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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.
For UK only:
We as manufacturer and authorized person to
compile the technical file, see *4) on page 3,
hereby declare under sole responsibility that these
screwdrivers, identified by type and serial number
*1) on page 3, fulfill all relevant provisions of
following UK Regulations S.I. 2016/1091, S.I. 2008/
1597, S.I. 2012/3032 and Designated Standards
EN 62841-1:2015, EN 62841-2-2:2014, , EN IEC
63000:2018.
2. Specified Conditions of Use
The tools are suitable for screwing into gypsum
plasterboard on timber and metal substructures
and gypsum fibre board up to 12.5 mm on metal
substructures.
HBS 18 LTX BL 3000 are also suitable for gypsum
fibre board up to 12.5 mm on timber substructures
and on lay plates,
and for chipboard (OSB) on timber substructures.
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 Information
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 – Read the operating
instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING – Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Always include these documents when passing on
your power tool.
4. Special safety instructions
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
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the fastener may contact hidden wiring.
Fasteners 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 spot where you wish to work is free
of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g.
using a metal detector).
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
debris and similar material only when the machine
is 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.
Avoid inadvertent starts by making sure that the
machine is switched off before fitting the battery
pack.
Remove the battery pack from the tool before any
adjustments, conversions, servicing or cleaning are
performed.
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 or short circuit battery pack contacts!
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!
If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack
from the machine.
LED light (10): do not observe the LED radiation
directly with optical instruments.
Transport of Li-Ion battery packs:
The shipping of Li-Ion battery packs is subject to
laws related to the carriage of hazardous goods (UN
3480 and UN 3481). Inform yourself of the currently
valid specifications when shipping Li-Ion battery
packs. If necessary, consult your freight forwarder.
Certified packaging is available from Metabo.