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Instrucciones de manejo 18
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Operating Instructions
This cordless band saw can be used to cut metal
and hard plastic. The material to be sawed must
rest on a firm surface. The cordless band saw is
suitable for straight cutting with a mitre angle of up
to 45°. Please note the saw blade
recommendations.
Do not saw any plastics that may melt due to the
frictional heat. Cutting melting plastics may lead to
a burnout of the motor due to overloading.
The light on this cordless band saw is used to light
the immediate operating range of the power tool
and must not be used as a torch or for room lighting.
The cordless band saw must not be used in a wet
environment or near flammable liquids or gases.
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.
For your own protection and for the
protection of your electrical tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instruc-
tions will reduce the risk of injury.
Pass on your electrical tool only together with these
documents.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING – Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference! The term "power tool" in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
2.1 Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2.2 Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use
an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
2.3 Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
1. Specified Use
2. General Safety Instructions
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2.4 Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool's operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
2.5 Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
2.6 Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring. Cutting accessories contacting a „live“ wire
may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
„live“ and could give the operator an electric shock.
WARNING – Always wear protective
goggles.
Always wear protective goggles, work gloves and
sturdy shoes when working with this tool.
Wear ear protectors when working for long
periods of time. High noise levels over a
prolonged period of time may damage your hearing.
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).
When sawing water pipes, ensure that they do not
contain any water.
Use only sharp, undamaged saw blades. Do not
use saw blades that are cracked or that have
changed their shape.
Always hold the tool with both hands on the
designated handles, take a secure stance and
concentrate on the work.
Work only with the parallel guide attached.
When sawing, the parallel guide must make secure
contact with the workpiece.
Do not try to saw extremely small workpieces.
Clamp the workpiece properly e.g. using clamping
fixtures. Under no circumstances should you hold
the workpiece with your hand or foot.
Keep your hands away from the sawing area and
from the saw blade.
Risk of injury due to the sharp saw blade.
Do not touch the moving saw blade!
Remove shavings and similar material only with the
tool at a standstill.
The saw blade and shavings may be very hot after
sawing. Wear protective gloves.
LED light (11): Do not observe the LED radiation
directly with optical instruments.
Never use an incomplete tool, or one on which an
unauthorised modification has been made.
Do not switch on the tool if parts or guard devices
are missing or defective.
Guide the tool against the workpiece only when it is
switched on. Otherwise there is a risk of rebound
from jamming the tool in the workpiece.
Switch off the tool after completing the cutting and
let the saw blade come to a standstill. Only then pull
the saw blade out of the cut. This prevents any
rebound.
Keep oil and lubricant away from the saw blade.
Wipe off any excess oil completely before cutting
otherwise the saw blade may slip.
3. Special Safety Instructions
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Do not exert excessive pressure on the saw blade
when working. The saw blade may slip or break if
excess pressure is exerted.
Do not slow down the saw blade after switching off
the tool by pressing it against the side of the
workpiece. Otherwise the saw blade may break or
cause a rebound. There is a risk of injury in this
case.
3.1 Special safety instructions for cordless
tools:
Remove the battery pack from the tool...
- ...before making any adjustments, changing tools,
maintaining or cleaning.
- ...if the operator moves away from the tool.
- ...prior to the removal of blockages.
- ...after touching a foreign body in order to check
the tool for damage.
- ...for immediate checking when the tool starts to
vibrate excessively.
Avoid unintentional starting: Make sure that the tool
is switched off before fitting the battery pack.
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!
Additional Warnings:California Prop 65 08_2018
Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
SYMBOLS ON THE TOOL:
V...............volts
.......... direct current
See pages 2 and 3.
1 Clamping lever for tensioning the saw blade
2 Battery pack release button
3 Battery pack *
4 Capacity and signal indicator *
5 Capacity indicator button *
6 Allen key
7 Front handle
8 Locking button
9 Trigger
10 Rear handle
11 LED light
12 Guide rollers
13 Parallel guide
14 Saw blade *
15 Nut (2x)
16 Adjusting screw (2x)
17 Saw blade protection plate
18 Hanging hook
19 Pulleys
20 Rubber tyres
* depending on equipment / not included in the
delivery
Remove the battery pack from the tool before
any adjustments, conversions, servicing or
cleaning are performed. Make sure that the tool is
switched off before fitting the battery pack.
5.1 Battery pack
Charge the battery pack (3) before use.
Recharge the battery pack if performance
diminishes.
The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and
30°C.
"Li-Power" Li-ion battery packs have a capacity and
signal indicator (4):
- Press the button (5); the LEDs indicate the charge
level.
- The battery pack is almost flat and must be
recharged if one LED is flashing.
Inserting the battery pack
Removing: Press the battery pack release button
(2) and pull the battery pack (3) forwards.
Inserting: Slide in the battery pack (3) until it
engages.
5.2 Fitting and removing the saw blade
Remove the battery pack from the tool before
any adjustments, conversions, servicing or
cleaning are performed. Make sure that the tool is
switched off before fitting the battery pack.
WARNING
4. Overview
5. Assembly,
Initial Operation and Setting
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Risk of injury due to the sharp saw blade. The
saw blade may still be hot after stopping work.
Wear protective gloves.
Use only sharp, undamaged saw blades. Do not
use saw blades that are cracked or that have
changed their shape.
Use only a saw blade that fulfil the
requirements and specifications listed in these
operating instructions. See Chapter 11. Technical
Data. See Chapter 8. Accessories for
recommended saw blades.
Use only bi-metal saw blades. Use a saw
blade geared towards the material to be sawn.
See Chapter 8. Accessories for recommended saw
blades.
Removing the saw blade
1. Rotate the clamping lever (1) clockwise until it
goes no further. This releases the saw blade
tension.
2. Turn the tool over and use the Allen key (17) to
unscrew both saw blade protection plates (6)
and remove them.
3. CAUTION! When removing the saw blade, the
tension may be released causing the saw blade
to spring off. Risk of injury due to the sharp saw
blade! Wear protective gloves! Wear eye
goggles!
4. Pull the saw blade (14) slightly off the guide
rollers (12). Then pull the saw blade slightly off
both pulleys (19). Repeat the process of pulling
off the saw blade until it can be removed. The
gradual removal of the saw blade prevents it
bending.
Cleaning and checks
5. Remove any shavings. Wipe the rubber tyres
(20) (this extends the service life and prevents
the saw blade slipping).
6. Check the guide rollers (12). The saw blade can
cause smooth areas on the guide rollers,
blocked by shavings, which then have to be
replaced. See Chapter 9. Repairs
7. Check the rubber tyres (20) on the pulleys (19).
The rubber tyres (20) must be replaced if they
are loose or damaged. See Chapter 9. Repairs
Fitting the saw blade
1. Fit the saw blade so that the teeth are facing
upwards and sloping towards the parallel guide
(13). See page 3, Fig. C.
2. Using the thumb and finger on one hand, press
the saw blade together so that it takes on the
shape of the fitted saw blade.
3. Slide the saw blade half way between the guide
rollers (12) and the parallel guide (13).
4. Guide the saw blade round the pulleys (19) with
your other hand.
5. Use your other hand to slide the saw blade
downwards so that it rests fully on the pulleys
and sits right between the guide rollers (12).
6. Rotate the clamping lever (1) anti-clockwise until
it goes no further. This tensions the saw blade.
7. Tighten both saw blade protection plates (17)
with the Allen key (6).
8. Switch the tool on and off several times to
ensure that the saw blade is properly fitted.
6.1 Switching on and off
Switching on: Press and hold the locking button
(8), then actuate the trigger switch (9).
Switching off: Release the trigger switch (9).
6.2 Working directions
Use a saw blade geared to the material to be
sawn.
Clamp the workpiece properly e.g. using
clamping fixtures. Under no circumstances
should you hold the workpiece with your hand or
foot.
Support heavy end pieces so that they cannot
fall down and cause injuries.
Hold the tool with both hands on the
designated handles, take a secure stance and
concentrate on the work.
Turn the tool off immediately if the saw blade
jams. Widen the sawn gap slightly with a
suitable tool and remove the tool.
- Press the tool with the parallel guide (13) against
the workpiece.
- The saw blade does not make contact with the
workpiece. Switch on the tool and leave it to run
for a few seconds.
- Only then guide the saw blade slowly and carefully
towards the workpiece.
- Avoid excessive pressure on the band saw blade
- the weight of the tool is sufficient.
- Do not bend or twist the band saw blade.
- Wait until the saw blade comes to a standstill
before you put down the tool. The saw blade may
jam, causing you to lose control of the tool.
Note:
Excessive force or bending reduces the service life
of the band saw blade.
Avoid the band saw blade coming into contact with
the workpiece quickly and forcefully. Otherwise the
band saw blade may be damaged.
Tension the workpiece slightly differently if
vibrations occur. Replace the saw blade if the
vibrations persist.
Check the alignment of the saw blade on a regular
basis. See Chapter 7. Maintenance.
Recommendations for sawing profiles:
See page 2, Fig. B.
6.3 Hanging hook
The hanging hook (18) is designed for hanging the
tool. Do not load it with extra weight.
Only hang the tool on components that can support
its weight.
6. Use
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6.4 LED light
The powerful LED (11) illuminates the cutting line
when the tool is switched on.
Remove the battery pack from the tool before
any adjustments, conversions, servicing or
cleaning are performed.
Deposits of dust and shavings must be regularly
removed from the tool. This includes cleaning the
ventilation slits on the motor with a vacuum cleaner.
Also unscrew the saw blade protection plates (17)
with the Allen key (6) and remove the dirt and
shavings.
Check the alignment of the saw blade on a
regular basis. See page 2, Fig. A. The saw blade
is set correctly if it is centred on the guide rollers
(12) and the teeth of the saw blade (14) are
4.76 mm (3/16") from the edge of the guide roller.
Adjust the saw blade position if necessary.
Excessive tightening of the adjusting screws
(16) may cause damage to the tool.
Adjusting the saw blade position if necessary:
1. Turn the tool over and use the Allen key (17) to
unscrew both saw blade protection plates (6)
and remove them.
2. Rotate the clamping lever (1) clockwise until it
goes no further. This releases the saw blade
tension and the adjusting screws (16) are
accessible.
3. Loosen both nuts (15) with a 10 mm open-end
spanner (rotate in an anti-clockwise direction).
4. Turn both adjusting screws (16) 1/4 of a rotation
with the Allen key (6). NOTE: Turning the
adjusting screws (16) in a clockwise direction
moves the saw blade towards the guide roller.
Turning the adjusting screws (16) in an anti-
clockwise direction moves the saw blade away
from the guide roller.
5. Tighten both nuts (15) with a 10 mm open-end
spanner (rotate in a clockwise direction).
6. Rotate the clamping lever (1) anti-clockwise until
it goes no further. This tensions the saw blade.
7. It is necessary to start the saw to check the
setting. Monitor the running of the saw blade
during operation and repeat steps 1-7 if
necessary to correct the alignment of the saw
blade.
8. Tighten both saw blade protection plates (17)
with the Allen key (6).
Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
Use only accessories which fulfil the requirements
and specifications listed in these operating
instructions.
A Chargers: ASC Ultra, ASC 15, ASC 30 and others
B Battery packs with different capacities. Use
battery packs only with voltage suitable for your
power tool.
C Saw blades
Information on choosing a saw blade (coarse
/ fine):
- Choose a coarse saw blade for a quick cut.
- Choose a fine saw blade for a smooth cutting
edge.
- Soft materials generally require coarse saw
blades. Hard materials generally require fine saw
blades.
- Take into account the size and shape of the
workpiece when choosing the saw blade: at least
2 teeth should touch the workpiece when the tool
is at a standstill.
See www.metabo.com or the catalogue for a
complete range of accessories.
Repairs to electrical tools must only be carried
out by qualified electricians!
Contact your local Metabo representative if you
have Metabo power tools requiring repairs. See
www.metabo.com for addresses.
You can download a list of spare parts from
www.metabo.com.
Observe national regulations on environmentally
compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused
tools, packaging and accessories.
Battery packs may not be disposed of with regular
waste. Return faulty or used battery packs to your
Metabo dealer!
Do not allow battery packs to come into contact with
water!
Discharge the battery pack in the power tool before
disposal. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting
(e.g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).
Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 4.
Subject to change in accordance with technical
progress.
U = Battery pack voltage
n0 = Idle speed
v0 = Belt speed in idle mode
T = Max. depth of cut
B = Saw blade dimensions
m = Weight with the smallest battery pack
The technical specifications quoted are subject to
tolerances (in compliance with the relevant valid
standards).
Emission values
These values make it possible to assess the
emissions from the power tool and to compare
different power tools. The actual load may be higher
or lower depending on the operating conditions, the
condition of the power tool or the accessories.
Please allow for breaks and periods when the load
is lower for assessment purposes. Arrange
protective measures for the user, such as
7. Maintenance and Cleaning
8. Accessories
9. Repairs
10. Environmental Protection
11. Technical Specifications
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organisational measures based on the adjusted
estimates.
Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions)
determined in accordance with EN 60745:
ah = Vibration emission value (sawing
metal)
Kh = Uncertainty (vibration)
Typical A-weighted sound levels:
LpA = Sound pressure level
LWA = Acoustic power level
KpA, KWA = Uncertainty
The noise level can exceed 80 dB(A) during
operation.
Wear ear protectors!
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