Setting Speed; Environmental Protection - Metabo PE 12-175 Manual Original

8. Use
8.1

Setting speed

The speed can be preset via the setting wheel
(3)and is infinitely variable.
Positions 1-6 correspond approximately to the
following no-load speeds:
1......... 700 rpm
2......... 1100 rpm
3......... 1500 rpm
The VTC electronics make material-compatible
work possible and an almost constant speed, even
under load.
8.2 Switching On and Off
Switch on first, then guide the accessory
towards 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.
In continuous operation, the machine
continues running if it is forced out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine with
both hands using the handles provided, stand in a
safe position and concentrate.
To switch on: Push the slide switch (2) forward.
For continuous activation, now tilt
downwards until it engages.
To switch off: Press the rear end of the slide switch
(2) and release it.
9. Cleaning
Motor cleaning: blow compressed air through the
rear ventilation slots of the machine regularly,
frequently and thoroughly. Here, the machine must
be held firmly.
10. Troubleshooting
The electronic signal display (4) lights up and
the load speed decreases. The coil temperature
is too high! Run the machine in idling until the
electronics signal indicator switches off.
The electronic signal display (4) flashes and
the machine does not start. The restart protection
is active. If the mains plug is inserted with the
machine switched on, or if the current supply is
restored following an interruption, the machine
does not start up. Switch the machine off and on
again.
11. Accessories
Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
Use only accessories which fulfil the requirements
and specifications listed in these operating
instructions.
4 ....... 1800 rpm
5 ....... 2000 rpm
6 ....... 2200 rpm
See page 4.
A Polishing and sanding pads with Velcro
fasteners (for attaching polishing and sanding
accessories)
B Foam polishing pad, coarse with Velcro
fasteners (for buffing weathered paint)
C Foam polishing pad, fine with Velcro fasteners
(for polishing paint)
D Foam polishing pad, profiled with Velcro
fasteners (for polishing paint)
E Felt polishing disc, hard with Velcro fasteners
(for buffing paint, non-ferrous metals and
stainless steel sheets)
F Felt polishing disc, soft with Velcro fasteners
(for buffing paint, non-ferrous metals and
stainless steel sheets)
G Sheepskin polishing disc with Velcro fasteners
(for high-gloss polishing)
H Sheepskin polishing disc with cord drive (for
high-gloss polishing)
I Sanding cloth with Velcro fasteners (for light
sanding, cleaning, degreasing)
J Cushioning disc with Velcro fasteners (for
sanding curved surfaces)
K Felt polishing disc with internal thread M 14
L Moltopren polishing disc with internal thread M
14
M Buffing disc 200 x 20 mm (for general polishing
work)
N Buffing disc 200 x 20 mm (for high gloss
polishing)
O Mounting shank for 2 buffing discs with flanges
and clamping nut
P Polishing paste (for metal and plastic)
For a complete range of accessories, see
www.metabo.com or the main catalogue.
12. Repairs
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.

13. Environmental Protection

The generated grinding dust may contain harmful
substances. Dispose appropriately.
Observe national regulations on environmentally
compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused
machines, packaging and accessories.
Only for EU countries: Never dispose of
power tools in your household waste! In
accordance with European Directive 2002/
96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
and its implementation in national law, used elec-
trical tools must be collected separately and
handed in for environmentally compatible recycling.
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