Tips And Tricks; Maintenance; Environmental Protection - Metabo BHA 18 LT Operating Instructions Manual

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6.4 Removing and inserting the battery pack
Removal:
Press the battery pack release button (10)and pull out
the battery pack (11) from the back.
Inserting:
Slide in the battery pack (11)until it engages.
6.5 Setting the direction of rotation,
engaging the transporting safety device
(switch-on lock)
Do not activate the rotation selector switch (8)
unless the motor has completely stopped!
Set the rotation selector switch (8).
See page 2.
R = Clockwise setting
L = Counter-clockwise setting
0 = Middle position: transportation safety device
(Switch-on lock) set
6.6 On/Off switch, setting the speed
Switching on, speed: press the trigger (9). The speed
can be changed by pressing in the trigger.
Switching off: release the trigger (9).
6.7 Operating mode selection
Do not activate the switch button (4) unless
the motor has completely stopped!
Select the desired operating mode by turning the
switch button (4). To turn, push in the lock (5).
Drilling
Hammer drilling
Avoid levering with the machine when a drill bit
is fitted.
6.8 Tool change with SDS chuck
Before fitting, clean tool shank and apply
special grease (accessories order no.
6.31800)! Use only SDS-plus tools.
Inserting the tool:
Turn the tool while inserting until it locks into place.
The tool is locked automatically.
Removing the tool:
Turn tool lock (2) in direction indicated by arrow (a)
and remove tool (b).
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7. Tips and Tricks

Only moderate pressure is required for hammer
drilling. Applying a high degree of pressure does not
increase performance.
When drilling deep holes, remove the drill bit
periodically from the hole to remove dust.
When drilling in tiles and other brittle materials: Set
the operating mode to

8. Maintenance

The vent slots of the machine should be cleaned
periodically.
9. Accessories
Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
If you need any accessories, check with your
dealer.
The dealer needs to know the exact model
designation of your power tool in order to select the
correct accessory.
See page 4.
A Chargers
B Battery packs with different capacities.
Use battery packs only with voltage suitable for
your power tool.
C Metabo carrying strap
D Tools with SDS-Plus shank
E Connecting piece
F Geared chuck
G Twist drills for metal and wood
H Screwdriver bit
I Special grease (for lubricating the tool shanks)
For a complete range of accessories, see
www.metabo.com or the main catalogue.
10. Repairs
Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by
qualified electricians ONLY!
If you have Metabo electrical tools that require repairs,
please contact your Metabo service centre. For
addresses see www.metabo.com.
You can download spare parts lists from
www.metabo.com.

11. Environmental Protection

Do not allow battery packs to come into contact with
water!
To protect the environment, do not dispose of
power tools or battery packs in household
waste. Observe national regulations on
separated collection and recycling of disused
machines, packaging and accessories.
Before disposal, discharge the battery pack in the
power tool. Prevent the contacts from short-
"Drilling".