General Safety Information; Conformity Declaration; Specified Conditions Of Use; Special Safety Information - Metabo BDE 1100 Manual Original

Operating Instructions
Dear Customer,
Thank you for the trust you have placed in us by buying a Metabo power tool. Each Metabo power tool
is carefully tested and subject to strict quality controls by Metabo's quality assurance. Nevertheless, the
service life of a power tool depends to a great extent on you. Please observe the information contained
in these instructions and the enclosed documentation. The more carefully you treat your Metabo power
tool, the longer it will provide dependable service.
Contents

1 Conformity Declaration

2 Intended Use
3 General Safety Instructions
4 Special Safety Instructions
5 Overview
6 Special Product Features
7 Start of Operation
8 Use
8.1 Depth stop setting
8.2 Switching on/off
8.3 Speed selection
8.4 Selection of rotary direction
8.5 Tool change with a geared chuck (1)
8.6 Removing the handle
8.7 Removing the chuck
9 Tips and Tricks
10 Accessories
11 Repairs
12 Environmental Protection
13 Repairs
1 Conformity Declaration
We hereby declare at our sole responsibility that
this product conforms to the standards and
normative documents mentioned on page 2.

2 Specified Conditions of Use

The drill is suitable for non-impact drilling into
metal, wood, plastic and similar materials. It is also
suitable for thread tapping and screwdriving.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by inappropriate use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.

3 General Safety Information

WARNING – Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk
of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Before using the power tool, carefully read through
and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety
information and the Operating Instructions. Keep
all enclosed documentation for future reference,
and pass on your power tool only together with this
documentation.

4 Special Safety Information

For your own protection and the
protection of your power tool, observe
the passages marked by this symbol!
Use the additional handle supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can lead to injuries.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the
operator.
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments or servicing are performed.
Take care to avoid gas, electricity, and water
supplies!
Metabo S-automatic safety clutch.
When the safety clutch responds, switch off the
machine immediately!
Avoid unintentional starting: always unlock the
trigger switch if the machine is unplugged or in the
event of a power failure.
Do not grasp the rotating tool!
ENGLISH
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