Hilti BX 3-ME Original Operating Instructions page 15

2. Insert the battery, making sure that it engages with an audible click.
◁ When you insert the battery the charge status LEDs show briefly.
CAUTION
A falling battery presents a hazard. If the battery is not secured correctly it may drop out and fall while the
work is in progress.
▶ Always check that the battery is securely seated.
3. Check that the battery is securely seated in the fastening tool.
5.3 Removing the battery
1. Switch off the fastening tool. → page 11
2. Press and hold down the two release buttons.
3. Pull the battery to the rear and out of the device.
5.4 Removing the fastener guide
1. Switch off the fastening tool. → page 11
2. Remove the battery. → page 9
3. Pull the nail pusher down until it engages.
4. Unload the magazine. → page 11
5. Slide the fastener guide locking catch as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow.
◁ The fastener guide will be released.
6. Remove the fastener guide.
5.5 Inserting the fastener guide
1. Switch off the fastening tool. → page 11
2. Remove the battery. → page 9
3. Pull the nail pusher down until it engages.
4. Unload the magazine. → page 11
5. Slide the fastener guide locking catch as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow and hold it in this
position.
6. Slide the fastener guide into the nosepiece until it is heard to engage.
7. Release the fastener guide locking catch.
◁ The fastener guide jumps to the middle position.
8. Grip and pull the fastener guide to check that it is securely seated.
5.6 Working safely with the belt and scaffold hook
▶ Before beginning work, make sure that the scaffold hook is securely attached to the tool.
▶ Use the scaffold hook only when necessary. Lay the tool down in a safe place when it is not in use for a
long period.
5.7 Loading the fastening tool with nails
5.7.1 Loading for magazine operation
WARNING
Risk of crushing! Allowing the nail pusher to snap back under spring pressure may result in finger injuries
and cause damage to the fastening tool.
▶ When pulling the nail pusher down, take care to ensure that it engages securely. Do not allow the nail
pusher to jump back under spring pressure.
1. Pull the nail pusher down until it engages.
2. Slide the nail strip(s) into the magazine (a maximum of 2 strips of 10 nails per strip).
3. Hold the nail pusher securely and press the nail pusher release mechanism.
4. Guide the nail pusher back.
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Printed: 19.07.2018 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5377482 / 000 / 02
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