6 Before use
NOTE
The tool may be powered only by the Hilti PRA 84 battery,
which is manufactured in accordance with IEC 60285.
6.1 Switching the tool on
Press the on / off button.
NOTE
After switching on, the tool begins to level itself automat-
ically.
6.2 LED indicators
Please refer to section 2 "Description".
6.3 Battery use and care
Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Never store the
battery where it is exposed to direct sunlight or sources
of heat, e.g. on heaters / radiators or behind a motor
vehicle windscreen. Batteries that have reached the end
of their life must be disposed of safely and correctly to
avoid environmental pollution.
6.4 Charging the battery
DANGER
Use only the Hilti batteries and Hilti mains adapters
listed under "Accessories".
6.4.1 Charging a new battery for the first time
Charge the battery fully before using it for the first time.
NOTE
Make sure the system to be charged is standing securely.
6.4.2 Charging a previously used battery
Ensure that the outer surfaces of the battery are clean
and dry before inserting it in the tool.
Li-ion batteries are ready for use at any time, even when
only partly charged. During charging, progress is indic-
ated by the LEDs on the tool.
6.5 Fitting the battery 4
DANGER
Use only the Hilti batteries and Hilti mains adapters
listed under "Accessories".
CAUTION
Before inserting the battery in the tool, check that
the terminals of the battery and the tool are free from
foreign objects.
1.
Push the battery into the tool.
2.
Turn the catch in a clockwise direction to the second
detent (the "locked" symbol is displayed).
6.6 Removing the battery 5
1.
Turn the catch in a counterclockwise direction from
the second detent back to the "open" position (the
"unlocked" symbol is displayed).
2.
Pull the battery out of the tool.
6.7 Options for charging the battery
DANGER
The PRA 85 mains adapter is for indoor use only.
Avoid ingress of moisture.
6.7.1 Charging the battery in the tool 6
NOTE
When charging, check that the temperature is within the
recommended charging temperature range (0 to 40°C/
32 to 104°F).
1.
Swing the cover to the side so that the charging
cord socket becomes accessible.
2.
Plug the charging cord from the AC adapter or motor
vehicle power adapter into the battery.
3.
During charging, the charge status is indicated by
the battery status LEDs on the tool (the tool must be
switched on).
6.7.2 Charging the battery outside the tool 7
NOTE
When charging, check that the temperature is within the
recommended charging temperature range (0 to 40°C/
32 to 104°F).
1.
Remove the battery from the tool and connect it to
the AC adapter or motor vehicle power adapter.
2.
The red LED on the battery lights while charging is
in progress.
6.7.3 Charging the battery while the tool is in
operation 6
CAUTION
Avoid ingress of moisture. Moisture may cause a short
circuit resulting in a risk of burning injury or fire.
1.
Swing the cover to the side so that the charging
cord socket becomes accessible.
2.
Connect the charging cord from the AC adapter to
the battery.
3.
The tool continues to operate while charging is in
progress.
4.
During charging, the charging status is indicated by
the LEDs on the tool.
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