Metabo PE 15-20 RT Operating Instructions - Page 13

Damaged, eccentric or vibrating tools must not be used. Pull the plug out of the socket before making any adjustments, converting or servicing the machine. A damaged or cracked additional handle must be replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective additional handle. A damaged or cracked hand guard must be replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective hand guard. Reducing dust exposure: Some of the dust created using this power tool may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some of these substances include: lead (in paint containing lead), mineral dust (from bricks, concrete etc.), additives used for wood treatment (chromate, wood preservatives), some wood types (such as oak or beech dust), metals, asbestos. The risk from exposure to such substances will depend on how long you or people nearby are exposed to them. Do not let particles enter the body. Do the following to reduce exposure to these substances: ensure good ventilation of the workplace and wear appropriate protective equipment, such as respirators able to filter microscopically small particles. Observe the relevant guidelines for your material, staff, application and place of application (e.g. occupational health and safety regulations, disposal). Collect the particles generated at the source, avoid deposits in the surrounding area. Use suitable accessories for special work. In this way, fewer particles enter the environment in an uncontrolled manner. Use a suitable extraction unit. Reduce dust exposure with the following measures: - do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons or on dust deposits. - use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers. - ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust. - Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush. 5. Overview See page 2. 1 Spindle locking button 2 Sliding on/off switch 3 Handle 4 Speed adjustment wheel 5 Electronic signal indicator * 6 Dust filter * 7 Bar auxiliary handle * 8 Thumb screws of the bar auxiliary handle * 9 Locking discs of the bar auxiliary handle * 10 Threaded holes on gear housing 11 Additional handle * 12 Lock button 13 Trigger ENGLISH en * depending on equipment/not in scope of delivery 6. Initial Operation Before commissioning, check that the rated mains voltage and mains frequency, as stated on the type plate match your power supply. Always install an RCD with a maximum trip current of 30 mA upstream. Always guide the angle grinder with both hands on the handles provided. 6.1 PE 15-20 RT: Attaching the additional handle Always work with the auxiliary handle (11) attached! Attach the auxiliary handle on the left or right of the machine and secure. 6.2 Attach the bar auxiliary handle Always work with the bar auxiliary handle (7) attached! Fit the bar auxiliary handle (7) as shown (see illustration A, page 2). - Fit locking discs (9) to the left and right of the gear housing. - Fit the bar auxiliary handle (7) at the gear housing. - Insert the thumb screws (8) left and right into the bar auxiliary handle (7) and turn gently. - Adjust the bar auxiliary handle (7) to the required angle. - Firmly tighten the thumb screws (8) to the left and right manually. 6.3 Dust filter (depending on features) Assembly see page 2, fig. B. Regularly clean the dust filter. See chapter 9. Cleaning. 7. Installing the tools Press in the spindle locking knob (1) only when the spindle is stationary! Locking the spindle Press in the spindle locking button (1) and turn the spindle by hand until the spindle locking button engages. 7.1 Installing support plate and sanding sheet 13