Side Handle Installation; Operating Mode Selection; Environmetal Protection - Metabo BHE 2243 Manual Original

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Australia: Always use a residual current
device (RCD) protected supply with a
rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
6.1

Side handle installation

For safety reasons, always use the side
handle supplied.
Open the clamping ring by turning the side handle
(1) counter-clockwise. Place the side handle onto
the machine's collar. Insert the depth stop (3).
Tighten the side handle in the required angle
depending on the task at hand.
7. Use
7.1 Depth Stop Setting
Loosen the side handle (1). Set depth stop (3) to the
desired drilling depth and retighten the side handle.
7.2 Switching on/off
To start the machine, press the trigger (6).
The speed can be changed at the trigger.
For continuous operation the trigger can be locked
with the lock button (5). To stop the machine, press
the trigger again.
If switched on continuously, the machine
continues running if it is jerked out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine
with both hands on the handles, stand safely,
and concentrate on your work.
7.3

Operating mode selection

Select the desired operating mode by turning the
control knob (8). To turn, push the stop (7).
Drilling
Hammer drilling
Chiselling
(KHE 2443 only)
In chiselling mode, the chisel is locked so that it
cannot turn.
To position the chisel for a particular application, set
the switch button (8) between
When a chisel is fitted, only operate the
machine in the chiselling operating mode
.
Avoid levering with the machine when a
chisel is fitted.
7.4 Setting the direction of rotation,
engaging the transporting safety device
(switch-on lock)
Do not activate the rotation selector switch (4)
unless the motor has completely stopped.
See page 2.
R=Clockwise setting
L = Counter-clockwise setting
8
Tool Change with SDS Chuck
order no. 6.31800)! Use only SDS-plus tools.
Inserting the tool:
Turn the tool while inserting, until it engages.
The tool is automatically locked.
Removing the tool:
Turn tool lock (2) in direction indicated by arrow
(a) and remove the tool (b).
8. Maintenance
The vent slots of the machine should be cleaned
from time to time.
9. Trouble Shooting
If the trigger (6) can not be depressed, check to see
that the direction of rotation selector switch (4) is
fully set to the R or L position.
f 10. Accessories
Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
Fit accessories securely. Secure the machine if it is
operated in a bracket. Loss of control can cause
personal injury.
For a complete range of accessories, see
www.metabo.com or the catalogue.
11. Repairs
and .
Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by
qualified electricians ONLY!
Contact your local Metabo representative if you
have Metabo power tools requiring repairs. For
addresses see www.metabo.com.
You can download a list of spare parts from
www.metabo.com.

12. Environmetal Protection

Observe national regulations on environmentally
compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused
machines, packaging and accessories.
Before fitting, clean tool shank and
apply special grease (accessories
Only for EU countries: Never dispose of
power tools in your household waste! In
accordance with European Guideline