Start Of Operation; Special Product Features - Metabo BHE 2243 Operating Instructions Manual

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Avoid inadvertent starts by always unlocking the
switch when the plug is removed from the mains
socket or in case of a power cut.
Do not touch the rotating tool!
Remove chips and similar material only with the
machine at standstill.
Caution must be exercised when driving screws
into hard materials (driving screws with metric or
imperial threads into steel)! The screw head may
break or a high reverse torque may build up on the
handle.
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments or servicing are performed.
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
cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory
diseases to the operator or bystanders.
Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic
such as oak and beech dust especially in conjunc-
tion with additives for wood conditioning (chro-
mate, wood preservative). Material containing
asbestos must only be treated by specialists.
- Where the use of a dust extraction device is
possible it shall be used.
- The work place must be well ventilated.
- The use of a dust mask of filter class P2 is
recommended.
Follow national requirements for the materials you
want to work with.
SYMBOLS ON THE TOOL:
.......Class II Construction
V...........volts
A...........amperes
Hz.........hertz
W..........watts
BPM .....beat per minute
~
..........alternating current
n .........rated speed
0
rpm ......revolutions per minute
.../min...revolutions per minute
4 Overview
See page 3 (please unfold).
1 Side handle
2 Tool lock
3 Depth stop
4 Rotation selector switch
5 Lock button
6 Trigger
7 Stop
8 Control knob

5 Special Product Features

• Aluminium die casting-gearbox
• Single-button control
A single switch button allows you to switch
between drilling, hammer drilling and chiselling
modes, depending on the features.
• Metabo S-automatic safety clutch:
If the tool jams or catches, the power supply to
the motor is restricted. Due to the strong force
which can arise, always hold the machine with
both hands using the handles provided, stand
securely and concentrate.
• Electronic smooth start-up for precision drilling
• Rotary stop (KHE2443):
Chiselling can be carried out if the rotary motion
is switched off.
• Lockable switch for convenient operation
during continuous chiselling

6 Start of Operation

Before plugging in check to see that the
rated mains voltage and mains frequency,
as stated on the rating label, match with your
power supply.
6.1 Side handle installation
For safety reasons, always use the side
handle supplied.
Open the clamping ring by turning the side handle
(1) counter-clockwise. Place the side handle onto
the machine's collar. Insert the depth stop (3).
Tighten the side handle in the required angle
depending on the task at hand.
7 Use
7.1 Depth Stop Setting
Loosen the side handle (1). Set depth stop (3) to
the desired drilling depth and retighten the side
handle.
7.2 Switching on/off
To start the machine, press the trigger (6).
The speed can be changed at the trigger.
For continuous operation the trigger can be locked
with the lock button (5). To stop the machine,
press the trigger again.
If switched on continuously, the machine
continues running if it is jerked out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the
machine with both hands on the handles, stand
safely, and concentrate on your work.
7.3 Operating mode selection
Select the desired operating mode by turning the
control knob (8). To turn, push the stop (7).
ENGLISH
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