Before Use; Operation; Preparing For Use - Hilti TE 500 Mode D'emploi

6 Before use

CAUTION
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Check the insert tool for damage or uneven wear each
time before use.
6.1 Fitting and adjusting the side handle 2
1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power
outlet.

7 Operation

DANGER
Always hold the power tool securely with both hands
on the grips provided. Keep the grips dry, clean and
free from oil and grease.

7.1 Preparing for use

CAUTION
Wear protective gloves when changing insert tools
as the insert tools get hot through use and they may
have sharp edges.
7.1.1 Fitting the insert tool 3
1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power
outlet.
2. Check that the connection end of the insert tool is
clean and lightly greased. Clean it and grease it if
necessary.
3. Check that the sealing lip of the dust shield is
clean and in good condition. Clean the dust shield
if necessary or have it replaced if the sealing lip is
damaged.
4. Push the insert tool into the chuck and rotate it while
applying slight pressure until it engages in the guide
grooves.
5. Push the insert tool further into the chuck until it is
heard to engage.
6. Check that the insert tool has engaged correctly by
pulling it.
7.1.2 Removing the insert tool 4
1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power
outlet.
2. Open the chuck by pulling back the insert tool lock-
ing sleeve.
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2. Release the side handle clamping band by turning
the knob.
3. Slide the side handle clamping band over the chuck
and onto the cylindrical 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 knob.
6.2 Unlocking the tool (theft protection system)
NOTE
See section "Using the TPS theft protection system".
6.3 Use of extension cords and generators or
transformers
Please refer to section 2 "Description".
3. Pull the insert tool out of the chuck.
7.2 Operation
CAUTION
Working on the material may cause it to splinter. Wear
eye protection and protective gloves. Wear breathing
protection if no dust removal system is used. Splin-
tering material presents a risk of injury to the eyes and
body.
CAUTION
The work generates noise. Wear ear protectors. Expos-
ure to noise can cause hearing loss.
7.2.1 TPS theft protection system (optional)
NOTE
The power tool may be equipped with the optional theft
protection system. If the power tool is equipped with this
feature, it can be unlocked and made ready for operation
only through use of the corresponding TPS key.
7.2.1.1 Unlocking the power tool 5
1. Plug the supply cord into the power outlet. The
yellow theft protection indicator LED blinks. The
power tool is now ready to receive the signal from
the TPS key.