En Original Instructions - Metabo BHA 18 LT Notice Originale

Original instructions
1. Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility: These
cordless hammers, identified by type and serial
number *1), comply with all relevant requirements of
the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical file
at *4) - see page 3.
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 non-impact drilling into
metal, wood etc. and for driving screws.
The rotary hammer can be carried with the fitted
Metabo carrying strap.
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
For your own protection and for the
protection of your electrical tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instruc-
tions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety warn-
ings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Pass on your electrical tool only together with these
documents.
4. Special Safety Instructions
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.
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.
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).
Secure small workpieces, e.g. by clamping in place with
screw clamps.
Work only with the additional handle correctly
installed.
Always hold the machine with both hands using the
handles provided, stand securely and concentrate.
A damaged or cracked additional handle must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective
additional handle.
Metabo S-automatic safety clutch.
When the safety clutch responds, switch off the
machine immediately! If the tool jams or catches,
the power supply to the motor is restricted. Due to
the strong force which can arise, always hold the
machine with both hands using the handles
provided, stand securely and concentrate.
Do not touch the rotating tool!
Remove chips and similar material only with the
machine at a standstill.
Caution must be exercised when driving screws into
hard materials (driving screws with metric or
imperial threads into steel)! The screw head may
break or a high reverse torque may build up on the
handle.
Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful.
Contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or
bystanders.
Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic
such as oak and beech dust especially in conjunction
with additives for wood conditioning (chromate, wood
preservative). Material containing asbestos must only
be treated by specialists.
- Where the use of a dust extraction device is
possible it shall be used.
- The work place must be well ventilated.
- The use of a dust mask of filter class P2 is
recommended.
Follow national requirements for the materials you want
to work with.
Protect battery packs from water and
moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to naked flame!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short-circuit battery packs!
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.
Remove the battery pack from the machine before any
adjustments, conversions or servicing are performed.
Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the
machine is switched off.
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