Metabo GVB 18 LTX BL 11-28 Original Instructions Manual page 15

metals, asbestos. Other known diseases are e.g.
allergic reactions, respiratory diseases. Do not let
dust enter the body.
Observe the relevant guidelines and national
regulations for your material, staff, application and
place of application (e.g. occupational health and
safety regulations, disposal).
Collect the particles generated at the source, avoid
deposits in the surrounding area.
Use suitable accessories for special work. In this
way, fewer particles enter the environment in an
uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.
Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:
- do not direct the escaping particles and the
exhaust air stream towards yourself or nearby
persons or towards dust deposits,
- use an extraction unit and/or an air purifier,
- ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep
it clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or
blowing stirs up dust.
- Vacuum or wash protective clothing. Do not blow,
beat or brush protective gear.
4.6 Safety instructions for battery packs:
Protect battery packs from water and
moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to fire!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short circuit battery pack contacts!
A slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak
from defective Li-Ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into
contact with your skin, rinse immediately
with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out
and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them
with clean water and seek medical attention
immediately!
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
making any adjustments, changing tools,
maintaining or cleaning.
Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the
machine is switched off.
Hold the machine when removing and inserting the
battery pack so that the on/off switch cannot be
unintentionally pressed.
If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack
from the machine.
Transport of Li-Ion battery packs:
The shipping of Li-Ion battery packs is subject to
laws related to the carriage of hazardous goods (UN
3480 and UN 3481). Inform yourself of the currently
valid specifications when shipping Li-Ion battery
packs. If necessary, consult your freight forwarder.
Certified packaging is available from Metabo.
Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact
and no fluid is leaking. Remove the battery pack
from the machine for sending. Prevent the contacts
from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting them with
adhesive tape).
5. Overview
See page 2.
1 Collet chuck
2 Collet chuck nut
3 Rubber sleeve *
4 Spindle locking button*
5 Slide switch *
6 Handle
7 Dust filter *
8 Lock button (rotating battery pack)
9 Trigger*
10 Switch-on lock*
11 Battery pack release button
12 Battery pack *
13 Electronic signal indicator
14 Setting wheel for speed adjustment
15 Capacity indicator button *
16 Capacity and signal indicator *
*equipment-specific
6. Initial Operation
6.1 Dust filter
See page 2, fig. A.
Always fit the dust filter (7) if the surroundings
are heavily polluted.
The machine heats up faster when the dust
filter (7) is fitted. It is protected by the
electronics system from overheating.
Attaching:
Fit the dust filter (7) as shown.
Removal:
Holding the dust filter (7) at the edges, raise it
slightly and then pull it downwards and remove.
6.2 Rotating battery pack
See page 2, fig. B.
The rear section of the machine can be rotated 270°
in 3 stages, thus allowing the machine's shape to be
adapted to the working conditions. Only operate the
machine when it is in an engaged position.
First press the locking button (8), rotate the rear part
of the machine while keeping it pressed. Release
the button while rotating the machine. The locking
mechanism must engage with an audible "click".
6.3 Battery pack
Charge the battery pack (12) 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):
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