Metabo PE 12-175 Instrucciones De Manejo página 8

PE 12-175_ v5 Über.ENG
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4 Functional Description
See page 3 (please unfold).
1 Spindle locking knob
2 Slide switch (lockable)
3 Thumb-wheel for setting speed
4 Electronic signal indicator
5 Hand protection
6 Additional handle
5 Special
Product Features
Marathon motor
The dust-proof Metabo Marathon motor
guarantees an up to 50% longer service life
thanks to the Metabo winding protective grille and
powder-coated field winding.
Autostop carbon brushes
When the Autostop carbon brushes are worn, the
power tool switches off automatically, thus
preventing armature damage.
VTC electronics
The electronics make material-compatible work
possible and an almost constant speed, even
under load. The Vario-Tacho Constamatic
Electronics (VTC) also includes starting current
limitation, electronic smooth start, monitoring of
the winding temperature and electronic restart
protection.
Restart protection
The restart protection prevents the tool from
starting unintentionally when being plugged in
again or when power is restored after a power
failure.
Ergonomic front cap
Ergonomic front cap for optimised machine
guidance in continuous operation.
Spindle locking knob
Spindle lock for simple tool change.
6 Assembly, Initial Use
Before plugging in, check to see that
the rated mains voltage and mains
frequency, as stated on the rating label,
match with your power supply.
Inserting mains supply plug
The red electronics signal indicator (6) lights up
briefly when the mains plug is inserted in the
socket, indicating readiness for operation.
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7 Operation,
Switching On and Off
First switch on, then attach the tool to the
workpiece.
The machine must not be allowed to draw
in additional dust and shavings. When
switching the machine on and off, keep it
away from dust deposits.
After switching off the machine, only place
it down when the motor has come to a
standstill.
To switch on:
Push the slide switch (1) forwards until it engages
(continuous operation).
To switch off:
Press the rear of the slide switch.
In continuous operation, the machine
continues running if it is forced out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine
with both hands at the intended handles,
take a secure stance and concentrate on
the work.
8 Operation,
Setting Speed
The speed can be preset via the thumb-wheel
and is infinitely variable.
Positions 1-6 correspond approximately to the
following no-load speeds:
1 700 / rpm 4
2 1100 / rpm 5
3 1500 / rpm 6
The VTC electronics make material-compatible
work possible and an almost constant speed,
even under load.
9 Operation,
Installing the tools
The spindle lock button (2) may only be
pressed when the spindle is completely
stationary !
Locking the spindle
Push in the spindle locking knob (2) and turn the
spindle by hand until you feel the spindle locking
knob engage.
1800 / rpm
2000 / rpm
2200 / rpm