Care And Maintenance - Hilti NCT IS 053-A22 Original Operating Instructions

5.5 Assemble Hilti retaining leash (optional)
ATTENTION
Damage to the product and / or the retaining leash. Incorrect handling can result in damage to the
product and/or retaining leash.
▶ Do not use a metal chain as a retaining leash. Do not use retaining leashes longer than 6 ft (2 m).
To avoid damage and injury, when working at a height it is advisable to use the Hilti retaining strap.
The retaining strap allows a securing cord or leash to be attached.
When working with the product, you must comply with national regulations for working at heights.
1. Remove the battery.
2. Insert the two tabs on the retaining leash into the slots on each side of the base.
3. Secure the retaining leash with the screws supplied.
4. Refit the battery.
5.6 Dismantle the Hilti retaining leash (optional)
1. Remove the battery.
2. Remove the two retaining strap securing screws.
3. Pull the two retaining strap tabs out of the slots in the base and remove the retaining strap.
4. Refit the battery.
5.7 Cutting 3
WARNING
Risk of injury! Risk of serious injury during the cutting operation.
▶ During the cutting operation great care must be taken to ensure that the hands and fingers are kept well
clear of the cutting head.
For cutting in tight spaces or where access is difficult, the cutting head can be rotated through 350°
about its longitudinal axis.
In cold weather the hydraulic oil can thicken and slow the pressing operation. Perform 5 to 10 empty
pressing operations to heat up the pressing tool.
1. Rotate the cutting head to the desired working position.
2. Place the cable to be cut in the cutting head or, respectively, guide the cutting head into position around
the cable to be cut.
Always make sure that the cable to be cut is fully inserted into the cutting head.
Do not exceed the maximum cutting capacity.
Do not attempt to cut a cable that cannot be inserted fully into the cutting head.
3. Press the control switch.
4. Keep the control switch pressed until the product begins to release pressure. This is accompanied by a
clearly audible pop.
When the cut has been made, the product returns automatically to its initial position.
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Care and maintenance

WARNING
Risk of injury with battery inserted !
▶ Always remove the battery before carrying out care and maintenance tasks!
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