Conformity Declaration; Specified Use; General Safety Instructions; Special Safety Instructions - Metabo SCV 18 LTX BL 1.6 Instructions Manual

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1. Conformity Declaration

We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
these cordless curve shears, identified by type and
serial number *1), meets all relevant requirements
of directives *2) and standards *3). Technical
documentation at *4).
For UK only:
We as manufacturer and authorized person to
compile the technical file, see *4) on page 3,
hereby declare under sole responsibility that these
cordless curve shears, identified by type and serial
number *1) on page 3, fulfill all relevant provisions of
following UK Regulations S.I. 2016/1091,S.I. 2008/
1597, S.I. 2012/3032 and Designated Standards
EN 62841-1:2015,EN 62841-2-8:2016, EN IEC
63000:2018.

2. Specified Use

The machine is designed for cutting through and
trimming flat workpieces made from steel,
aluminium, and cuttable plastics. It is suited for
curved and straight cuts without material loss.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by inappropriate use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.
Any other use is considered to be not as specified
and not allowed. The manufacturer assumes no
liability for any damage caused by unspecified use.
Modification of the machine or use of parts not
approved by the manufacturer can cause
unforeseeable damage!

3. General Safety Instructions

For your own protection and for the
protection of your electrical tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instruc-
tions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING – Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference. Pass on your electrical tool only
together with these documents.

4. Special Safety Instructions

Remove the battery pack from the machine before
any adjustments, conversions or servicing are
performed.
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Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the
machine is switched off.
Protect battery packs from water and mois-
ture!
Do not expose battery packs to naked flame!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short-circuit battery packs!
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 imme-
diately.
Remove chips and similar material only when the
machine is at a standstill.
Secure the workpiece to prevent slipping or rotation
(e.g. by securing with screw clamps).
Always wear protective goggles, gloves, and sturdy
shoes when working with this tool.
Keep hands away from the cutting area.
Always switch on the machine before offering up to
the workpiece.
Always work with the chip deflector (8) attached.
Transport of li-ion battery packs:
The shipping of li-ion battery pack 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).
If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack
from the machine.
5. Overview
See page 2.
1 Slide switch
2 Handle
3 Thumbwheel for adjusting the speed
4 Button for capacity and signal indicator
5 Capacity and signal indicator
6 Battery pack*
7 Battery pack release button
8 Chip deflector
9 Cutting base
10 Top blade
11 Adjustment screw