Cleaning & Maintenance; Tips And Tricks - Metabo STA 18 LTX 100 Original Operating Instructions

en ENGLISH
- Release the clamping lever (1). (It returns to its
initial position by itself. The saw blade is now
securely tightened).
6.5 Removing the saw blade
Caution: Be careful not to point the jigsaw at
anyone when removing it.
- Turn the clamping lever (1) forward until the stop;
the saw blade is ejected as a result of spring force.
6.6 Sawing with dust extraction
- Fit the extractor connection piece (16). Connect a
suitable extraction device.
- For optimum dust extraction performance, push
the protective cap (9) downward.
- Switch off the chip blower
(see chapter 7.1).
6.7 Sawing without dust extraction
- Work with the protective cap (9) pushed up.
6.8 Diagonal cuts
Push the protective cap (9) upwards, remove the
anti-splintering footplate (7). These parts cannot be
used for diagonal cuts.
- Slacken the screw (5).
- Slid the footplate (6) forwards slightly and turn.
- Subsequently push the footplate insert (6)
towards the back into one of the notches (45°
angle, 0° angle). The preset angle is indicated on
the curved support plate (24) on the footplate.
Adjust to different angles using an angle gage.
- Tighten the screw (5) again.
6.9 Sawing close to the wall
Push the protective cap (9) upwards, remove the
anti-splintering footplate insert (7), circular-cutting
and parallel guide. These parts cannot be used
when sawing close to the wall.
- Slacken the screw (5) until the footplate (6) can be
raised slightly.
- Raise the footplate (6) slightly and slide
backwards up to the stop.
- Tighten the screw (5) again.
7. Use
7.1 Chip blower
Optional blower for a clear view of the cutting line.
On:Press the switch button (11) on the left side of
the machine. (look for the
Off:Press the switch button (11) on the right side of
the machine. (look for the
7.2 Adjusting the pendulum motion
Set the required pendulum motion using the
adjustment lever (10).
Position "0" = pendulum motion is switched off
. . .
Position "III" = maximum pendulum motion
See page 3 for recommend setting values.
12
symbol).
symbol).
The best way to determine the ideal setting is
through a practical trial.
7.3 Setting maximum speed
(STA 18 LTX 100)
Set the machine to maximum speed using the
setting wheel (17). This can also be done during
operation.
See page 3 for recommend setting values.
The best way to determine the ideal setting is
through a practical trial.
7.4 On/Off switch, continuous activation
(STA 18 LTX 100)
Avoid inadvertent starts: always switch the
tool off when the plug is removed from the
mains socket or if there has been a power cut.
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 sliding switch (12)
forwards. For continuous operation, now tilt it
downwards until it engages.
Switching off: press the rear end of the slide switch
(12) and release it.
7.5 Switching On and Off (STAB 18 LTX 100)
To switch on: Press the switch lock (13) on the right-
hand side of the machine, then press the trigger (14).
The stroke rate can be changed steplessly by
varying the pressure applied to the trigger switch
(14), thus adapting it to the material and working
conditions.
To switch off: Release the trigger (14). To prevent
accidental activation or to use as a transport lock: Press
the switch lock (13) on the left-hand side of the machine.
8. Cleaning, Maintenance
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
any adjustments, conversions or servicing are
performed.
Clean the machine regularly. This includes
vacuum cleaning the ventilation louvres on the
motor.
Clean the saw blade clamping fixture (2) regularly
and thoroughly by blowing with compressed air.
If required, clean the openings behind the saw
blade support roller (3) and the extraction nozzles
(16).
Apply a drop of oil to the saw blade support roller (3)
from time to time.

9. Tips and Tricks

Plunging
The jigsaw blade can plunge into workpieces made
from thin, soft materials without the necessity of
drilling a hole beforehand. Only use short saw
blades. Only at 0° angle setting.