Metabo HPT CR 18DA Manual De Instrucciones página 16

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1. Switch operation
(1) Lock-off button
The tool is equipped with a lock-off button. To start
the tool, press the lock-off button and then squeeze
the trigger switch. (Fig. 19)
CAUTION
Do not fi x and secure the lock-off button.
Besides, keep your fi nger off the trigger switch
when the tool is being carried around. Otherwise,
the trigger switch can be inadvertently turned
ON, resulting in unexpected accidents.
(2) Trigger switch
This tool is equipped with a variable speed controlled
trigger switch. The tool can be turned "ON" or
"OFF" by squeezing or releasing the trigger. The
blade plunger stroke rate can be adjusted from the
minimum to maximum nameplate stroke rate by
the pressure you apply to the trigger. Apply more
pressure to increase the speed and release pressure
to decrease speed. (Fig. 20)
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Lock
Push
Lock-off button
Unlock
Push
Fig. 19
Trigger switch
Fig. 20
2. How to use the LED light
While the switch is pulled, the LED light will
automatically light up the tip portion of the tool.
(Fig. 21)
The LED light will automatically turn off the switch is
released.
The LED light also functions as a warning signal that
lights up during use.
For details, see "6. LED light warning signals".
LED light
CAUTION
● Do not expose directly your eye to the light by
looking into the light.
If your eye is continuously exposed to the light,
your eye will be hurt.
● Wipe off any dirt or grime attached to the lens of
the LED light with a soft cloth, being careful not
to scratch the lens.
Scratches on the lens of the LED light can result
in decreased brightness.
3. Cutting metallic materials
CAUTION
● Press the base fi rmly against the workpiece.
● Never apply any unreasonable force to the saw
blade when cutting. Doing so can easily break
the blade.
● The motor can be locked sometimes, depending
on the combination of the material to be cut and
the blade. Whenever the motor gets locked,
switch it off immediately.
● Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Reciprocating
saw create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Trigger switch
Fig. 21