Metabo BS 18 LTX-3 BL I Metal Operating Instructions - Page 12

en ENGLISH Original instructions 1. Declaration of Conformity We declare and accept sole responsibility for ensuring: these cordless drills/screwdrivers and cordless hammer drills identified by their type and serial number *1) conform to all relevant provisions of the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical documents at *4) - Fig. K+L. For UK only: We as manufacturer and authorized person to compile the technical file, see *4) Fig. L., hereby declare under sole responsibility that these battery-powered drilling screwdrivers and impact drills, identified by type and serial number *1) Fig. K, fulfill all relevant provisions of following UK Regulations S.I. 2016/1091, S.I. 2008/1597, S.I. 2012/3032 and Designated Standards EN 628411:2015, EN 62841-2-1:2018+A11:2019, EN IEC 63000:2018. 2. Specified Conditions of Use The cordless drills/screwdrivers and cordless hammer drills are suitable for drilling without impact in metal, wood, plastic and similar materials as well as for screwdriving and thread tapping. The cordless hammer drills are also suitable for impact drilling in masonry, brickwork and stone. The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by inappropriate use. Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed. 3. General Safety Information 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! WARNING - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury. WARNING - Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all safety instructions and information for future reference. Always include these documents when passing on your power tool. 4. Special safety instructions Wear ear protectors when impact drilling (machines with the designation SB). Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. 12 Use the additional handle supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. Brace the power tool properly before use. This tool produces a high output torque and without properly bracing the tool during operation, loss of control may occur resulting in personal injury. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock. Safety instructions when using long drill bits: a) Never operate at higher speed than the maximum speed rating of the drill bit. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury. b) Always start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip in contact with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury. c) Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bend causing breakage and loss of control, resulting in personal injury. Ensure that the spot where you wish to work is free of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g. using a metal detector). Always hold the machine with both hands on the designated handles, take a secure stance and concentrate on the work. Protect battery packs from water and moisture! Do not expose battery packs to fire! Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs! Do not open battery packs! Do not touch or short circuit battery pack contacts! A slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak from defective Li-ion battery packs! If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water and seek medical attention immediately! If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack from the machine. Remove the battery pack from the machine before making any adjustments, changing tools, maintaining or cleaning. Make sure that the tool is switched off before fitting the battery pack. Keep hands away from the rotating tool!