Declaration Of Conformity; Specified Use; General Safety Instructions; Special Safety Instructions - Metabo SE 2500 Manual Original

Original Instructions

1. Declaration of Conformity

We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
these screwdrivers, 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 tools are suitable for screwing into gypsum
plasterboard on timber and metal substructures.
SE 4000 and SE 18 LTX 4000 are also suitable for
gypsum fibre board up to 12.5 mm on metal
substructures.
SE 2500 and SE 18 LTX 2500 are also suitable for
gypsum fibre board up to 12.5 mm on metal and
timber substructures and on lay plates.
The machines are not suitable for inserting and
removing screws in metal materials.
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

Mains powered machines: hold the power tool
by the insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation during which the
cutting accessory may come into contact with
hidden wiring or its own cord. 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.
Cordless machines: hold the power tool by the
insulated gripping surfaces, when performing
an operation during which 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).
Never use 25 mm long screwdriver
bits (13) in the screwdriver spindle
(15)! Removal is not possible! Only
use the bit holder (14)!
Smaller workpieces must be secured in such a way
that they are not carried along with the screwdriver
bit (e.g. by clamping in a vice or on a work bench
with screw clamps).
Keep hands away from the rotating tool! Remove
chips and similar material only with the machine at
a standstill.
Wear ear protectors when working for long periods
of time. High noise levels over a prolonged period of
time may affect your hearing.
Note that high counter-torques are possible during
work. Always hold the machine firmly, adopt a
steady stance and focus on your work.
Do not keep the ventilation slots closed.
Materials that generate dusts or vapours that may
be harmful to health (e.g. asbestos) must not be
processed.
4.1 Special safety instructions for mains
powered machines:
Avoid inadvertent starts by always unlocking the
switch when the plug is removed from the mains
socket or whenever the power fails.
Pull the plug out of the socket before making any
adjustments, changing tools, carrying out
maintenance or cleaning.
4.2 Special safety instructions for cordless
machines:
Avoid inadvertent starts by making sure that the
machine is switched off before fitting the battery
pack.
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
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