Metabo STA 18 LTX 140 Original Instructions Manual page 7

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Ensure that the blade is correctly positioned in the
groove of the saw blade support roller (19).
- Release the clamping lever (21). (It returns to its
initial position by itself. The saw blade is now
securely tightened).
7.3 Removing the saw blade
Caution: Be careful not to point the jigsaw at
anyone when removing it.
- Turn the clamping lever (21) forward until the stop;
the saw blade is ejected as a result of spring force.
7.4 Attaching / removing the protective cap
Fig. A
Attachment: Push on the protective cap (5) from
the front until it engages
Removal: Grip both sides of the protective cap (5),
then pull forwards and remove.
7.5 Sawing with dust extraction
- Fit the extractor connection piece (12). Connect a
suitable extraction device.
- Attach the protective cap (5) for maximum
extraction efficiency.
- Switch off the chip blower (see chapter 8.1).
7.6 Sawing without dust extraction
- Work with the protective cap (5) removed (see
Removal chapter 7.4).
7.7 Diagonal cuts
Remove the protective cap (5), the protective plate
(2), anti-splintering footplate (3) and extraction
connection piece (12). These parts cannot be used
for diagonal cuts.
- Pull out the clamp lever (23).
- Slide the footplate (11) back slightly and turn.
- You can read off the angles from the scale (22).
Adjust to different angles using an angle gage.
- Push the footplate (11) forward in the angles
provided until it engages.
- Push in the clamp lever (23).
7.8 Battery pack
Charge the battery pack (15) before use.
Recharge the battery pack if performance
diminishes.
Instructions on charging the battery pack can be
found in the operating instructions of the Metabo
charger.
In case of Li-Ion battery packs with capacity and
signal display (16) (equipment-specific):
- Press the button (17); the LEDs indicate the
charge (16) level.
- If one LED is flashing (16), the battery pack is
almost empty and must be recharged.
7.9 Removing and inserting the battery pack
Fig. A
Removing: Press the battery pack release button
(14) and pull the battery pack (15) upwards.
Inserting: Slide in battery pack (15) until it locks.
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8. Use
8.1 Chip blower
Turn the button (8) to turn on (symbol
8.2 Setting the pendulum motion
Set the required pendulum motion using the
adjustment lever (7).
Position "0" = pendulum motion is switched off
. . .
Position "III" = maximum pendulum motion
Recommended settings:
The best way to determine the ideal setting is
through a practical trial.
8.3 Setting the maximum stroke
Set the machine to maximum speed using the
setting wheel (13). This can also be done during
operation.
Setting wheel position "A" = automatic start-up
system: during the sawing process, the speed
automatically increases to the maximum speed.
Recommended settings:
The best way to determine the ideal setting is
through a practical trial.
8.4 Switching On/Off, continuous operation
Fig. A
The machine must not be allowed to draw in
additional dust and shavings. When switching
the machine on and off and keep it away from dust
deposits. After switching off the machine, only set it
down when the motor has come to a standstill.
Avoid switching on the machine accidentally:
always switch it off when the battery pack is
removed from the machine.
In continuous operation, the machine
continues running if it is forced out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine with
both hands using the handle provided, stand
securely and concentrate.
Switching on: push the slide switch (9) forwards.
For continuous operation, tilt it downwards until it
engages.
Switching off: press the rear end of the slide switch
(9) and release it.
8.5 LED light
For working in badly lit areas. The LED light (4)
lights up when the machine is switched on.
If the LED light is flashing, see chapter 10.
8.6 Application note
Plunging You can plunge the jigsaw blade into
workpieces made from thin, soft materials without
needing to drill a hole beforehand. Only use short
saw blades. Only at 0° angle setting.
Set the adjustment lever (7) to the "0" position
(pendulum motion is deactivated). Position the
jigsaw with the front edge of the footplate (11) on the
workpiece. Hold the operating jigsaw firmly and
guide slowly downwards. Once the saw blade has
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