Operation - Hilti SF 22­A Operating Instructions Manual

6.4 Removing the battery
1. Press both battery release buttons.
2. Pull the battery out of the power tool toward the rear.
6.5 Fitting the side handle
1. Set the forward / reverse switch to the middle position (trans-
en
port lock) or remove the battery from the power tool.
2. Release the side handle clamping band by turning the handle
counterclockwise.
3. Slide the side handle clamping band over the chuck and onto
the clamping section at the front end of the power tool.
4. Pivot the side handle into the desired position.
5. Secure the side handle by turning the grip clockwise.
6. Check that the side handle holds securely.
6.6 Transport and storage of battery packs
Pull the battery pack out of the locked position (working position)
and move it into the first click-stop position (transport position).
If you disconnect a battery pack from the power tool for transport
or storage, make sure that the contacts of the battery pack are
not short-circuited. Remove loose metal parts such as screws,
nails, clamps, loose screw bits, wires or metal swarf from the case,
toolbox or transport container, or prevent these parts from coming
into contact with the battery packs.
Observe national and international transport regulations when
shipping battery packs (transportation by road, rail, sea or air).

7 Operation

CAUTION
The tool may get hot during use. Wear protective gloves.
CAUTION
The power tool may suddenly swing to the side (rotate about
its own axis) when drilling, hammer drilling or screwdriving.
Always use the power tool with the side handle fitted and hold
it securely with both hands.
CAUTION
To avoid injuries caused by the insert tool, wear protective
gloves when changing insert tools.
7.1 Setting forward or reverse rotation
NOTE
The forward / reverse switch is used to select the direction of
rotation of the drive spindle. An interlock prevents switching
while the motor is running. The control switch is locked when the
forward / reverse switch is in the middle position. Push the forward
/ reverse switch to the right (power tool held in working direction)
to select forward rotation. Push the forward / reverse switch to the
left (power tool held in working direction) to select reverse rotation.
7.2 Adjusting the side handle
1. Release the side handle clamping band by turning the handle
counterclockwise.
2. Pivot the side handle into the desired position.
3. Tighten the side handle by turning the grip clockwise.
4. Check that the side handle holds securely.
7.3 Speed selection with the 3-gear switch
WARNING
Large and heavy insert tools must only be operated in first
gear. There is otherwise a risk that the tool will be damaged when
it is switched off or, under unfavorable conditions, the chuck might
be detached.
NOTE
The mechanical 3-speed gear switch can be used to select the
speed range required. Speed with fully-charged battery. 1st gear:
0-370 /min, 2nd gear: 0­1120 /min or 3rd gear: 0­2090 /min
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Printed: 30.09.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5071534 / 000 / 02
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