Metabo STA 18 LTX 150 BL Original Instructions Manual page 12

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7.2 Insert saw blade
Use a saw blade that is suitable for the material
being sawn.
- Turn the clamping lever (23) forwards to the stop
and hold in place.
- Insert the saw blade (20) against the spring force
until the stop. (The saw teeth are facing forwards).
Ensure that the blade is correctly positioned in the
groove of the saw blade support roller (21).
- Release the clamping lever (23). (It returns to its
initial position by itself. The saw blade is now
securely tightened).
7.3 Removing the saw blade
Caution: Be careful not to point the jigsaw at
anyone when removing it.
- Turn the clamping lever (23) forward until the stop;
the saw blade is ejected as a result of spring force.
7.4 Attaching / removing the protective cap
Fig. A
Attachment: Slightly press together the protective
cap (5) and push on at the front until the stop
(see fig. A p. 2).
Removal: Grip both sides of the protective cap (5),
then pull forwards and remove.
7.5 Sawing with dust extraction
- Fit the extractor connection piece (16). Connect a
suitable extraction device.
- Attach the protective cap (5) for maximum
extraction efficiency.
7.6 Sawing without dust extraction
- Work with the protective cap (5) removed (see
Removal chapter 7.4).
7.7 Diagonal cuts
Remove the protective cap (5), the protective plate
(2), anti-splintering footplate (3) and extraction
connection piece (16). These parts cannot be used
for diagonal cuts.
- Slacken the screw (25).
- Slide the footplate (17) back slightly and turn.
- You can read off the angles from the scale (24).
Adjust to different angles using an angle gage.
- Push the footplate (17) forward in the angles
provided until it engages.
- Tighten the screw (25).
7.8 Battery pack
Charge the battery pack (14) before use.
Recharge the battery pack if performance
diminishes.
Instructions on charging the battery pack can be
found in the operating instructions of the Metabo
charger.
In case of Li-Ion battery packs with capacity and
signal display (13) (equipment-specific):
- Press the button (12); the LEDs indicate the
charge (13) level.
- If one LED is flashing (13), the battery pack is
almost empty and must be recharged.
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Fig. B
Fig. A
Fig. C
7.9 Removing and inserting the battery pack
Fig. A
Removing: Press the battery pack release button
(15) and pull the battery pack (14) upwards.
Inserting: Slide in battery pack (14) until it locks.
8. Use
8.1 Setting the pendulum motion
Set the required pendulum motion using the
adjustment lever (7).
Position "0" = pendulum motion is switched off
. . .
Position "III" = maximum pendulum motion
Recommended settings:
The best way to determine the ideal setting is
through a practical trial.
8.2 Setting the maximum stroke
Set the machine to maximum speed using the
setting wheel (11). This can also be done during
operation.
Recommended settings:
The best way to determine the ideal setting is
through a practical trial.
8.3 Switching On/Off, continuous operation
Fig. A
The machine must not be allowed to draw in
additional dust and shavings. When switching
the machine on and off and keep it away from dust
deposits. After switching off the machine, only place
it down when the motor has come to a standstill.
Avoid switching on the machine accidentally:
always switch it off when the battery pack is
removed from the machine.
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.
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Switching on: Push the slide switch left or right (19)
forwards. The device runs continuously.
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 off: Push the slide switch (19) forwards.
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Switching on: press the trigger switch (10). Press
the trigger more to increase the speed (up to preset
maximum speed, see chapter 8.2).
Switching off: Release the trigger switch (10).
Continuous operation: For continuous operation,
the pressed trigger (10) can be locked using the
lock button (9). Press the trigger switch (10) again to
stop the machine.
Fig. A
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Fig. A
P. 4