Metabo BHA 18 LTX Operating Instructions 2 - Page 10

17027010_0311 BHA 18 LT LTX 36 LTX Compact.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 10. März 2011 10:29 10 ENG ENGLISH Original instructions Dear Customer, Thank you for the trust you have placed in us by buying a Metabo power tool. Each Metabo power tool is carefully tested and subject to strict quality controls by Metabo's quality assurance. Nevertheless, the service life of a power tool depends to a great extent on you. Please observe the information contained in these instructions and the enclosed documentation. The more carefully you treat your Metabo power tool, the longer it will provide dependable service. Contents The rotary hammer can be carried with the fitted Metabo carrying strap. 1 Declaration of Conformity 2 Specified Use 3 General Safety Instructions 4 Special Safety Instructions 5 Overview 6 Special Product Features 7 Initial Operation 7.1 Assembly of the additional handle 7.2 Carrying strap 8 Use 8.1 Depth stop setting 8.2 Automatic protection mode 8.3 Battery pack 8.4 Removing and inserting the battery pack 8.5 Setting the direction of rotation, engag- ing the transporting safety device (switch-on lock) 8.6 On/Off switch, setting the speed 8.7 Selecting the operating mode 8.8 Tool change with SDS chuck 9 Tips and Tricks 10 Maintenance 11 Accessories 12 Repairs 13 Environmental Protection 14 Technical Specifications 1 Declaration of Conformity The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by improper use. Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed. 3 General Safety Instructions WARNING - Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury. WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all safety instructions and information for future reference. Before using the power tool, carefully read through and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety information and the Operating Instructions. Keep all enclosed documentation for future reference, and pass on your power tool only together with this documentation. 4 Special Safety Instructions For your own protection and for the protection of your power tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol. We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that this product conforms to the standards and directives specified on page 2. Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. Use the additional handle supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. 2 Specified Use With the appropriate accessories this cordless rotary hammer drill is suitable for impact drilling with impact masonry bits into concrete, stone and other such materials, as well as for nonimpact drilling into metal, wood etc. and for driving screws. Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may also energise metal parts of the power tool, resulting in an electric shock. Always wear protective goggles, gloves, a dust mask and sturdy shoes when working with this tool. 10