Hilti TE 500-A36 Original Operating Instructions page 21

carcinogenic such as oak and beech dust, especially in conjunction with additives for wood conditioning
(chromate, wood preservative). Material containing asbestos may be handled only by specialists.
▶ Take breaks and do physical exercises to improve the blood circulation in your fingers. Exposure to
vibration during long periods of work can lead to disorders of the blood vessels and nervous system in
the fingers, hands and wrists.
Electrical safety
▶ Before beginning work, check the working area for concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes.
External metal parts of the power tool can become live, presenting a risk of electric shock, if you
accidentally damage an electric cable.
Careful handling and use of electric tools
▶ Wait until the power tool stops completely before you lay it down.
2.4 Battery use and care
▶ Observe the special regulations and instructions applicable to the transport, storage and use of Li-ion
batteries.
▶ Do not expose batteries to high temperatures, direct sunlight or fire.
▶ Do not disassemble, crush or incinerate batteries and do not subject them to temperatures over 80 °C.
▶ Do not use or charge batteries that have suffered mechanical impact, have been dropped from a height
or show signs of damage. In this case, always contact your Hilti Service.
▶ If the battery is too hot to touch it may be defective. In this case, place the product in a non-flammable
location, well away from flammable materials, where it can be kept under observation and allowed to
cool down. In this case, always contact your Hilti Service.
3 Description
3.1 Product overview
3.2 Intended use
The product described is a cordless (battery-powered) breaker with pneumatic hammering mechanism. The
product designed for light to medium chiseling work on masonry and surface finishing work on concrete.
▶ Use only Hilti Li-ion batteries from the B 36 series with this product.
▶ Use only the Hilti battery chargers from the C4/36 series for these batteries.
3.2.1 Possible misuse
• This product is not suitable for working on hazardous materials.
• This product is not suitable for working in a damp environment.
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Printed: 16.07.2019 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5503655 / 000 / 00
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Function selector switch
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Lockbutton for sustained operation (chiseling
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Control switch
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Charge-status and fault indicator (Li-ion bat-
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Release buttons (also used to activate the
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charge status indicator)
Battery
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Side handle
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On/off switch
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Button for half power
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Half-power indicator
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Service indicator
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ON/OFF indicator
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