En Original Instructions; Declaration Of Conformity; Specified Use; General Safety Instructions - Metabo MT 18 LTX Manual Original

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Original instructions

1. Declaration of Conformity

We, being solely responsible: Hereby declare that
these multitools, identified by type and serial
number *1), meet all relevant requirements of
directives *2) and standards *3). Technical
documents for *4) - see page 3.

2. Specified Use

The machine is suited for sawing, cutting and dry
grinding of small areas made from wood, plastics,
metals, sheet steel, tiles, joints and other grouted
and painted areas as well as for scraping adhesive
remains and paint residues and similar without
using water.
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 Instructions

For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
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.
Pass on your power tool only together
with these documents.

4. Special Safety Instructions

Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring. A cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire
may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
Ensure that the place where you wish to work is free
of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g.
check using a metal detector).
Secure the workpiece against slipping, e.g. with the
help of clamping devices.
Therefore always hold the machine with both hands
using the handle provided, stand securely and
concentrate.
Keep hands well away from the sawing area and the
saw blade. Do not reach underneath the workpiece.
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Remove chips and similar material only with the
machine at a standstill.
Danger of injury due to the sharp accessories. Wear
protective gloves.
After stopping work, the tool may still be hot. Wear
protective gloves.
Danger of crushing when changing the tool. Wear
protective gloves.
Do not keep the ventilation slots closed.
Do not process surfaces that are impregnated with
liquids containing solvents! Do not process wet
coatings! The surface heats up during processing
and toxic vapours may develop.
WARNING – Always wear protective
goggles.
Wear ear protectors when working for long
periods of time. High noise levels over a
prolonged period of time may affect your hearing.
LED lights (1): Do not observe the LED radiation
directly with optical instruments.
4.1 Special safety instructions for cordless
machines:
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
making any adjustments, changing tools,
maintaining or cleaning.
Protect battery packs from water and
moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to fire!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch contacts or short-circuit battery packs!
A slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak
from defective Li-ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into
contact with your skin, rinse immediately
with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out
and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them
with clean water and seek medical attention
immediately!
Reducing dust exposure:
Some of the particles generated using this
power tool may contain substances known to
cause cancer, allergic reactions, respiratory
diseases, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some of these substances include: Lead (in paint
containing lead), mineral dust (from bricks,
concrete etc.), additives used for wood treatment
(chromate, wood preservatives), some wood types
(such as oak or beech dust), metals, asbestos.
The risk from exposure to such substances will
depend on how long the user or nearby persons are
being exposed.
Do not let particles enter the body.
Do the following to reduce exposure to these