Metabo WBE 700 Operating Instructions Manual page 6

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Operating Instructions
Dear Customer,
Thank you for the trust you have placed in us by buying a Metabo power tool. Each Metabo power tool
is carefully tested and subject to strict quality controls by Metabo's quality assurance. Nevertheless, the
service life of a power tool depends to a great extent on you. Please observe the information contained
in these instructions and the enclosed documentation. The more carefully you treat your Metabo power
tool, the longer it will provide dependable service.
Contents
1 Declaration of Conformity
2 Specified Conditions of Use
3 General Safety Instructions
4 Special Safety Instructions
5 Overview
6 Special Product Features
7 Initial Operation
7.1 Side Handle Installation
8 Use
8.1 Switching On and Off
8.2 Preselecting the Speed
8.3 Tool Change with a Geared Chuck
8.4 Removing Chuck
9 Accessories
10 Repairs
11 Environmental Protection
12 Technical Specifications
1 Declaration of Conformity
We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
this product conforms to the standards and
directives specified on page 2.
2 Specified Use
The machine is suitable for drilling into metal,
wood, plastic and similar materials, for screw
tapping, and for screwdriving.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by unspecified use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regula-
tions and the enclosed safety information must be
observed.
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3 General Safety Instructions
WARNING – Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk
of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Before using the power tool, carefully read through
and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety
information and the Operating Instructions. Keep
all enclosed documentation for future reference,
and pass on your power tool only together with this
documentation.
4 Special Safety Instructions
For your own protection and the protec-
tion of your power tool, observe the
passages marked by this symbol!
Use the additional handle supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can lead to injuries.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the
operator.
Take care to avoid gas, electricity, and water supplies!
Avoid unintentional starting: always unlock the
trigger switch if the machine is unplugged or in the
event of a power failure.
Keep hands away from the rotating tool!
Remove chips and similar material only with the
machine at standstill.
Wear ear muffs when working for long periods
of time. High noise levels over a prolonged period
of time may affect your hearing.
Dust from material such as paint containing lead,
some wood species, minerals and metal may be
harmful. Contact with or inhalation of the dust may