Functional Description - Hilti TE16 Operating Instructions Manual

trician if damage is found. Check the condition of the
extension cord and replace it if damage is found.
Check the condition of the tool and its accessories.
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Do not operate the tool or its accessories if damage
is found, if the tool is incomplete or if its controls
cannot be operated faultlessly.
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Do not touch the supply cord in the event of it suf-
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fering damage while working. Disconnect the sup-
ply cord plug from the socket.
Electrostatic discharge is possible at any time.
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In the event of a power failure, switch the tool off
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and unplug the supply cord.
Avoid using extension cords with multiple sockets
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and the simultaneous use of several tools connected
to one extension cord.
Never operate the tool when it is dirty or wet. Dust
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(especially dust from conductive materials) or damp-
ness adhering to the surface of the tool may, under
unfavorable conditions, present a risk of electric
shock. Dirty or dusty electric tools should thus be
checked at a Hilti service center at regular intervals,
especially if used frequently for working on con-
ductive materials.
Wear
Warning:
protective
hot surface
gloves
The insert tool may become hot during use. Wear
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protective gloves when changing insert tools.
Wear
breathing
protection

4. Functional description

The tool is an electrically powered rotary hammer with
pneumatic hammering mechanism. The tool is intended
for professional use.
See figure and the explanations of operating controls
and parts on page 1.
4.1 Use of the tool as intended
The tool is designed for drilling in concrete and masonry.
The tool may also be used for light chiseling work on
masonry and for finishing concrete surfaces.
The working environment may be on a construction
site or in a workshop and the tool may be used for ren-
ovation, conversion or new building work.
The tool may be operated only when connected to a
power supply providing a voltage and frequency in com-
pliance with the information given on its rating plate.
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Breathing protection must be worn when the tool is
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used without a dust removal system for work that
creates dust.
The tool is intended for professional use.
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The tool may be operated, serviced and repaired only
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by authorized, trained personnel. This personnel
must be informed of any special hazards that may
be encountered.
Exercise your fingers during pauses between work
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to improve the blood circulation in your fingers.
The user and any other persons in the vicinity must
wear suitable eye protection, a hard hat, ear protection
and protective gloves when the tool is in use. Breath-
ing protection must be worn if no dust removal sys-
tem is used.
Wear eye Wear ear
Wear a
protection protection
hard hat
Symbols used on the tool
V volts
W watts
~ alternating current
Hz hertz
A amperes
n no load speed
0
/min revolutions per minute
∅
diameter
protective grounding
Z
double insulated
Changes or modifications to the tool are not permissible.
To avoid the risk of injury, use only original Hilti acces-
sories and additional equipment. Observe the informa-
tion printed in the operating instructions concerning
operation, care and maintenance. The tool and its ancil-
lary equipment may present hazards when used incor-
rectly by untrained personnel or when used not as directed.
4.2 Chucks
– TE-C (SDS plus) chuck
– TE-T (SDS top) chuck
4.3 Theft protection system (option with TE16-M)
The power tool may be equipped with the optional theft
protection system. If the power tool is equipped with
this feature, it can be activated and made ready for oper-
ation only by way of the corresponding activation key.
Wear Wear
protective breathing
gloves protection