HILTI SPN 6-22 Cordless nibbler Instruction Manual

June 4, 2024
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HILTI SPN 6-22 Cordless nibbler

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Information about the documentation

About this documentation

  • Read this documentation before initial operation or use. This is a prerequisite for safe, trouble-free handling and use of the product.
  • Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
  • Always keep the operating instructions with the product and make sure that the operating instructions are with the product when it is given to other persons.

Explanation of symbols used
Warnings
Warnings alert persons to hazards that occur when handling or using the product. The following signal words are used:

DANGER!

  • Draws attention to imminent danger that will lead to serious personal injury or fatality.

WARNING!

  • Draws attention to a potential threat of danger that can lead to serious injury or fatality.

CAUTION!

  • Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to slight personal injury or damage to the equipment or other property

Symbols in the documentation
The following symbols are used in this document:

  • Read the operating instructions before use.
  • Instructions for use and other useful information
  • Dealing with recyclable materials
  • Do not dispose of electric equipment and batteries as household waste

Symbols in the illustrations
The following symbols are used in illustrations:

  • These numbers refer to the corresponding illustrations found at the beginning of these operating instructions
  • The numbering reflects the sequence of operations shown in the illustrations and may deviate from the steps described in the text
  • Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustrations and refer to the numbers used in the product overview section
  • This symbol is intended to draw special attention to certain points when handling the product.

Product-dependent symbols

The following symbols can be used on the product:

  • Wireless data transfer
  • Drilling without hammer action
  • Drilling with hammering action (hammer drilling)
  • Forward/reverse
  • Protection class II (double-insulated)
  • Rated speed under no load

Product information
products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be specifically informed about the possible hazards. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use. The type designation and serial number are printed on the rating plate.

  • Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
Nibbler SPN 6-22
Generation: 02
Serial no.:

Declaration of conformity

We declare, on our sole responsibility, that the product described here complies with the applicable directives and standards. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be found at the end of this documentation. The technical documentation is filed here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany

Safety

General power tool safety warnings
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. 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.
Work area safety

  • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
  • 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.
  • Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Personal safety

  • 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.
  • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
  • 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 energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
  • 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.
  • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
  • 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.
  • f 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.
  • Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

Power tool use and care

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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.
  • 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.
  • Maintain power tools and accessories. 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.
  • Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
  • 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.
  • Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Service

  • 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.

Diamond drill safety warnings

  • When performing drilling that requires the use of water, route the water away from the operator’s work area or use a liquid collection device. Such precautionary measures keep the operator’s work area dry and reduce the risk of electrical shock.
  • Operate power tool by insulated grasping 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 could give the operator an electric shock.
  • Wear hearing protection when diamond drilling. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
  • When the bit is jammed, stop applying downward pressure and turn off the tool. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of the bit jamming.
  • When restarting a diamond drill in the workpiece check that the bit rotates freely before starting. If the bit is jammed, it may not start, may overload the tool, or may cause the diamond drill to release from the workpiece.
  • When securing the drill stand with anchors and fasteners to the workpiece, ensure that the anchoring used is capable of holding and restraining the machine during use. If the workpiece is weak or porous, the anchor may pull out causing the drill stand to release from the workpiece.
  • When securing the drill stand with a vacuum pad to the workpiece, install the pad on a smooth, clean, non-porous surface. Do not secure to laminated surfaces such as tiles and composite coating. If the workpiece is not smooth, flat or well affixed, the pad may pull away from the workpiece
  • Ensure there is sufficient vacuum before and during drilling. If the vacuum is insufficient, the pad may release from the workpiece.
  • Never perform drilling with the machine secured by the vacuum pad only, except when drilling downwards. If the vacuum is lost, the pad will release from the workpiece.
  • When drilling through walls or ceilings, ensure to protect persons and the work area on the other side. The bit may extend through the hole or the core may fall out on the other side.
  • When drilling overhead, always use the liquid collection device specified in the instructions. Do not allow water to flow into the tool. Water entering the power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Additional safety instructions
Personal safety

  • Do not tamper with or attempt to make alterations to the machine.
  • The machine is not intended for use by debilitated persons who have received no special training.
  • Keep the machine out of reach of children.
  • Do not touch rotating parts. Switch the machine on only after it is in position at the workpiece. Touching rotating parts, especially rotating accessory tools, can result in injury.
  • Avoid skin contact with drilling slurry.
  • Dust from materials such as lead-based paint, certain types of wood and concrete/masonry/stone containing quartz, minerals or metal can be harmful to health. Contact with or inhalation of the dust can cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory or other diseases among operators or bystanders. Certain kinds of dust such as oakwood and beechwood dust are classified as carcinogenic, especially in conjunction with additives for wood conditioning (chromate, wood preservative). Only specialists are permitted to handle material containing asbestos. Use as effective a dust removal system as possible. To achieve a high level of dust collection, use a suitable vacuum extractor of the type recommended by Hilti for wood dust and/or mineral dust and which is designed for use with this power tool. Make sure that the workplace is well-ventilated. It is advisable to wear a respirator appropriate for the type of dust generated. Comply with national regulations applicable to the materials you will be working with.
  • The diamond core drilling machine and the diamond core bit are heavy. There is a risk of crushing parts of the body. The user and persons in the vicinity must wear suitable protective goggles, a hard hat, ear defenders, protective gloves and protective footwear while the machine is in use.

Power tool use and care

  • Make sure that the machine is correctly secured to the drill stand.
  • Always make sure that an end stop is installed on the drill stand as otherwise the safety-relevant end-stop function is not implemented.
  • Check that accessory tools are compatible with the machine’s chuck/drive system and that they are installed and secured correctly.

Electrical safety

  • Do not use extension cords with multiple power outlets powering two or more devices in operation
    at the same time.

  • Operate the machine only when it is connected to an adequately rated power supply with a ground conductor.

  • Before beginning work, check the working area (e.g. using a metal detector) to ensure that no concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes are present. External metal parts of the machine can become live, for example if you inadvertently damage electric wiring. This constitutes a serious risk of electric shock.

  • Make sure that the supply cord cannot be damaged as the carriage advances.

  • Never operate the machine without the accompanying PRCD (machines without PRCD: Never operate the machine without an isolating transformer). Test the PRCD each time before use.

  • Check the machine’s supply cord at regular intervals and have it replaced by a qualified specialist if found to be damaged. If the machine’s supply cord is damaged it must be replaced with a specially prepared and approved supply cord available from Hilti Customer Service. Check extension cords at regular intervals and replace them if found to be damaged. Do not touch the supply cord orV extension cord if it is damaged while working. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet. Damaged supply cords or extension cords present a risk of electric shock.

  • Never operate the machine when it is dirty or wet. Dust (especially dust from conductive materials) or dampness adhering to the surface of the machine may, under unfavorable conditions, lead to electric shock. Dirty or dusty machines should thus be checked by Hilti Service at regular intervals, especially if used frequently for working on conductive materials

Description

Product overview 1

HILTI-SPN-6-22 -Cordless-nibbler-FIG1

  1. Lockable on/off switch
  2. Grip
  3. Adjusting knob for speed
  4. Battery status indicator
  5. Battery release button
  6. Battery
  7. Dust filter
  8. Indexing pin
  9. Die carrier
  10. Securing screws
  11. Die
  12. Cover ring
  13. Punch
  14. Punch guide
  15. Casing
  16. Accessory tool, SPN-CN
  17. Accessory tool, SPN-RN
  18. Accessory tool, SPN-RL

Intended use

The product described is a hand-held cordless nibbler. It is designed for cutting sheet-like workpieces out of punchable materials such as steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metal and plastic, for nibbling straight or curved outside edges and cut-outs and for nibbling along marked lines of cut. The nibbling process produces distortion-free cut edges. Other applications are possible as well, depending on the accessory tool used.
SPN-CN: This accessory tool is also designed for cutting pipes, nibbling corrugated metal and nibbling with a template. The hollow round punch enables the nibbler to be rotated about its own axis so that nibbling can proceed in any direction.
SPN-RN and SPN-RL: These accessory tools are also designed for cutting sheet metal profiles such as trapezoidal sheet metal, corrugated sheet metal, box-section sheet metal and angled moldings.

  • For this product, use only Hilti Nuron lithium-ion batteries of the B 22 series. For optimum performance, Hilti recommends the batteries stated in the table at the end of these operating instructions for this product.
  • For these batteries, use only Hilti chargers of the type series stated in the table at the end of these operating instructions.

Items supplied

Nibbler, Torx wrench, operating instructions
Drill / driver, side handle, operating instructions. Other system products approved for use with this product can be found at your local Hilti Store or online at: www.hilti.group | USA: www.hilti.com

Before being dispatched, the product was tested to ensure that it is in full working order. There workpiece used in testing might have left tiny scratches in the surface of the housing.

Temperature-dependent motor protection
The temperature-dependent motor protection system monitors current input and motor temperature and thus prevents the power tool overheating. If the motor is overloaded through application of excessive working pressure, the product’s performance drops noticeably or it might stall completely. If the product stalls or slows significantly due to overloading, relieve the pressure applied to the product and then allow it to run under no load for approx. 30 seconds.

Status indicators of the Li­ion battery
Hilti Nuron Li-ion batteries can indicate state of charge, fault messages and the battery’s state of health.
Indicators for state of charge and fault messages
WARNING
Risk of injury by a falling battery!

  • If the release button is pressed with a battery inserted in the product, subsequently check that the battery is correctly re-engaged and secure.

Short-press the release button of the battery to get whichever of the following status indications is applicable at the time. State of charge and, if applicable, faults are indicated constantly as long as the connected product is switched on.

Status Meaning
Four (4) LEDs show constantly green State of charge: 100 % to 71 %
Three (3) LEDs show constantly green State of charge: 70 % to 51 %
Two (2) LEDs show constantly green State of charge: 50 % to 26 %
One (1) LED shows constantly green State of charge: 25 % to 10 %
One (1) LED slow-flashes green State of charge: < 10 %
One (1) LED quick-flashes green The Li-ion battery is completely discharged.

Recharge the battery.

If the LED again starts quick-flashing after the bat-

tery has been charged, consult Hilti Service.

One (1) LED quick-flashes yellow| The Li-ion battery or the product in which it is in- serted is overloaded, too hot or too cold, or experi- encing some other fault.

Bring the product and the battery to the recom- mended working temperature and do not overload the product when it is in use.

If the message persists, consult Hilti Service.

One (1) LED shows yellow| The Li-ion battery and the product in which it is

inserted are not compatible. Consult Hilti Service.

One (1) LED quick-flashes red| The Li-ion battery is locked and cannot be used.

Consult Hilti Service.

Indicators showing the battery’s state of health
To check the battery’s state of health, press the release button and hold it down for longer than three seconds. The system does not detect a potential malfunction of the battery due to misuse, for example battery dropped or pierced, external heat damage, etc.

Status Meaning

All LEDs show in sequence, followed by one (1)

LED showing constantly green.

| The battery can remain in use.
All LEDs show in sequence, followed by one (1) LED quick-flashing yellow.| The check to ascertain the battery’s state of health did not complete. Repeat the procedure, or consult

Hilti Service.

All LEDs show in sequence, followed by one (1) LED showing constantly red.| If a connected product can still be used, the re- maining battery capacity is below 50 %.

If a connected product can no longer be used, the battery has reached the end of its useful life and

has to be replaced. Consult Hilti Service.

Technical data

The nibbler comes with the SPN­CN, SPN­RN or SPN­RL accessory tool as standard. The individual accessory tools are also available as optional accessories and are compatible with every as-delivered version of the power tool.

  SPN 6-22
SPN­CN SPN­RN
Rated voltage 21.6 V
Weight in accordance with EPTA Proce- dure 01, without battery 2 kg

2.2 kg
Stroke rate at idle speed| 620 /min …

1,370 /min

| 620 /min …

1,370 /min

| 620 /min …

1,370 /min

Starting hole diameter| 17 mm| 24 mm| 24 mm
Smallest radius for curved cut-outs| 4.0 mm| •/•| •/•
Radius| •/•| 50 mm| 50 mm
Cutting track width| 8.0 mm| 5.0 mm| 5.0 mm
Permissible steel thickness, steel up to 400 N⁄mm²| 2.0 mm / 14 ga| 2.0 mm / 14 ga| 2.0 mm / 14 ga
Permissible steel thickness, steel up to 600 N⁄mm²| 1.5 mm / 16 ga| 1.5 mm / 16 ga| 1.5 mm / 16 ga
Permissible steel thickness, steel up to 800 N⁄mm²| 1.0 mm / 20 ga| 1.0 mm / 20 ga| 1.0 mm / 20 ga
Permissible material thickness, aluminum up to 250 N⁄mm²| 2.5 mm / 10 ga| 3.0 mm / 9 ga| 3.0 mm / 9 ga
Storage temperature| −20 ℃ … 70 ℃| −20 ℃ … 70 ℃| −20 ℃ … 70 ℃
Ambient temperature for operation| −17 ℃ … 60 ℃| −17 ℃ … 60 ℃| −17 ℃ … 60 ℃

Battery

Battery operating voltage 21.6 V
Weight, battery See the end of these operating in-

structions

Ambient temperature for operation| −17 ℃ … 60 ℃
Storage temperature| −20 ℃ … 40 ℃
Battery charging starting temperature| −10 ℃ … 45 ℃

Noise information and vibration values in accordance with EN 62841

The sound pressure and vibration values given in these instructions were measured in accordance with a standardized test and can be used to compare one power tool with another. They can also be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The data given represent the main applications of the power tool. However, if the power tool is used for different applications, with different accessory tools, or is poorly maintained, the data can vary. This can significantly increase exposure over the total working period. An accurate estimation of exposure should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off, or when it is running but not actually being used for a job. This can significantly reduce exposure over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of noise and/or vibration, for example: maintaining the power tool and accessory tools, keeping the hands warm, organization of work patterns.
Noise information

  SPN­CN SPN­RN SPN­RL
Typical A-weighted emission sound pres- sure level (LpA) 98 dB(A) 94 dB(A)

95 dB(A)
Uncertainty for the sound pressure level (KpA)| 3 dB(A)| 3 dB(A)| 3 dB(A)
Typical A-weighted sound power level (LWA)| 109 dB(A)| 105 dB(A)| 106 dB(A)
Uncertainty for the sound power level (KWA)| 3 dB(A)| 3 dB(A)| 3 dB(A)

Vibration information

  SPN­CN SPN­RN SPN­RL
Triaxial vibration value (ah) B 22­55 13.1 m/s² 13.8 m/s²
B 22­255 13.3 m/s² 14.6 m/s² 13.5 m/s²
Uncertainty (K) B 22­55 1.5 m/s² 1.5 m/s²
B 22­255 1.5 m/s² 1.5 m/s² 1.5 m/s²

Preparations at the workplace

HILTI-SPN-6-22 -Cordless-nibbler-FIG2

WARNING
Risk of injury by inadvertent starting!

  • Before inserting the battery, make sure that the product is switched off.
  • Remove the battery before making any adjustments to the power tool or before changing accessories.

Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
Charging the battery

  1. Before charging the battery, read the operating instructions for the charger.
  2. Make sure that the contacts on the battery and the contacts on the charger are clean and dry.
  3. Use an approved charger to charge the battery. → page 6

Inserting the battery
WARNING
Risk of injury by short circuit or falling battery!

  • Before inserting the battery, make sure that the contacts on the battery and the contacts on the product are free of foreign matter.
  • Make sure that the battery always engages correctly.
    • Charge the battery fully before using it for the first time.
    • Push the battery into the product until it engages with an audible click.
    • Check that the battery is seated securely.

Removing the battery

  1. Press the battery release button.
  2. Remove the battery from the product.

Fall arrest
WARNING
Risk of injury by falling tool and/or accessory!

  • Use only the Hilti tool tether recommended for your product.
  • Prior to each use, always check the attachment point of the tool tether for possible damage.

Comply with the national regulations for working at heights.

As drop arrester for this product, use only a combination of the Hilti retaining strap and the Hilti tool tether #2261970.

  • Secure the retaining strap to the installation openings for accessories. Check that it holds securely.
  • Secure one carabiner of the tool tether to the retaining strap and secure the second carabiner to a load-bearing structure. Check that both carabiners hold securely.

Comply with the operating instructions of the Hilti retaining strap and those of the Hilti tool tether.

Accessory tools 2
See the illustration for the correct combination of accessory tool and material to be worked.
Explanation of the materials to be worked on:

  • A: Flat sheet metal
  • B: Corrugated sheet metal
  • C: Trapezoidal sheet metal (profile depth max. 85 mm)
  • D: Trapezoidal sheet metal (profile depth max. 162 mm)

To make burr-free cuts in sheet metal up to 1 mm thick with the SPN­RN and SPN­RL accessory tools, the P1 die can be used. The smaller cutting clearance reduces the tendency for burrs to form along the cut.
Installing the accessory tool 3
CAUTION
Risk of injury! The accessory tool may be hot and/or have sharp edges.

  • Wear protective gloves when changing the accessory tool.
  • Never lay down a hot accessory tool on a flammable surface.
    • Grease the punch guide.
    • Engage the punch in the groove of the pushrod.
    • Hold the accessory tool with the cutting direction facing forward.
    • With the cutting direction facing forward, insert the accessory tool into the housing.
    • Then turn the accessory tool to the desired cutting direction.
    • Turn the indexing pin clockwise and tighten it until hand-tight.
  • Make sure there is no gap between the housing and the die carrier.

Setting the cutting direction 4
If necessary, the cutting direction can be turned right or left in steps of 45°. This makes cutting profiled sheets easier and it also enables you to set the nibbler for right-hand or left-hand operation.

  1. Back off the indexing pin about three full turns counter-clockwise until it no longer indexes.
  2. Pull the accessory tool slightly out of the housing and turn it in the desired direction.
    • There are eight possible indexed positions.
  3. With the accessory tool in the desired indexed position, press it back into the housing.
  4. Turn the indexing pin clockwise and tighten it until hand-tight.
    • Make sure there is no gap between the housing and the die carrier.

Removing the accessory tool 4
CAUTION
Risk of injury! The accessory tool may be hot and/or have sharp edges.

  • Wear protective gloves when changing the accessory tool.
  • Never lay down a hot accessory tool on a flammable surface.
    • Back off the indexing pin six full turns counter-clockwise.
    • Remove the accessory tool from the housing.

Adjusting the stroke rate

  • Set the stroke rate by turning the adjusting knob for motor speed.

Operation

HILTI-SPN-6-22 -Cordless-nibbler-FIG3

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Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
Switching on

  1. Press the rear section of the on/off switch.
  2. Slide the on/off switch forward.
    • The motor runs.
  3. Lock the on/off switch.

Cutting 5
WARNING
Caution Nibbler overloaded due to blunt accessory tools.

  • At regular intervals, check the cutting edge of the punch for wear. Change the punch in good time to
    minimize the load on the nibbler.

    • Lightly coat the intended line of the cut with oil to extend the usable life of the punch and improve the result of the cutting operation.
    • Switch the tool on. → page 11
    • Wait until the tool reaches full speed and bring the nibbler into contact with the workpiece.
  • When making a cut-out in a sheet, first cut a starting hole of appropriate size for the accessory tool
    you are going to use.

    • Cut along the desired line of cut.
    • When you reach the end of the cut, switch the product off. If the line of cut ends in the workpiece, with the product still switched on pull it a few millimeters back along the line of the cut before switching it off.

Do not lay the nibbler down in the swarf before it has come to a complete stop. Pieces of swarf Vcould be sucked in by the motor.
Cutting with template 6
Option: SPN­CN
The requirements for cutting with a template are as follows:

  • The template must be 5 ­ 7 mm thick.
  • The contour of the template must be 2.5 mm distant from the contour of the cut.
  • Note that the minimum radius is 4 mm. Accordingly, the minimum radius of the template is 6.5 mm.
  • Guide the nibbler in such a way that the outside edge of the punch guide is always in contact with the template.

Switching off

  • Press the rear section of the on/off switch.
  • The on/off switch jumps into the off position and the motor stops.

Optional accessories

HILTI-SPN-6-22 -Cordless-nibbler-FIG12

Installing the swarf bag 7
Option: SPN­CN
A swarf bag can be installed to catch the pieces of swarf produced by the cutting operation so that they cannot scatter.

  1. Squeeze the two ends of the spring in the swarf bag together.
  2. Hook the spring round the bottom end of the die and release the ends of the spring.
  3. Check that the spring and the swarf bag are correctly seated and secure.

Care and maintenance

HILTI-SPN-6-22 -Cordless-nibbler-FIG5 HILTI-
SPN-6-22 -Cordless-nibbler-FIG6

WARNING
Electric shock hazard! Attempting care and maintenance with the supply cord connected to a power outlet can lead to severe injury and burns.

  • Always unplug the supply cord before carrying out care and maintenance tasks.

Care

  • Carefully remove any dirt that may be adhering to parts.
  • Clean the air vents carefully with a dry brush.
  • Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing. Do not use cleaning agents containing silicone as these may attack the plastic parts.

Maintenance
WARNING
Danger of electric shock! Improper repairs to electrical components may lead to serious injuries including burns.

  • Repairs to the electrical section of the tool or appliance may be carried out only by trained electrical specialists.
  • Check all visible parts and controls for signs of damage at regular intervals and make sure that they all function correctly.
  • Do not operate the electric tool if damaged or if its parts malfunction. Have the tool repaired by Hilti Service immediately.
  • After cleaning and maintenance, fit all guards or protective devices and check that they function correctly.

To help ensure safe and reliable operation, use only genuine Hilti spare parts and consumables. Spare parts, consumables and accessories approved by Hilti for use with the product can be found at your local Hilti Center or online at: www.hilti.com

Changing the punch 8
When changing the punch, also check for wear of the die, punch guide and wear plate (not SPN-CN) and change these components as well, if they are worn.

  1. Remove the accessory tool. → page 10

  2. Remove the worn punch from the accessory tool.

  3. Grease the new punch and also the punch guide in the accessory tool.

  4. If the following equipment exists, also take this action:
    Option: SPN­RL

    • Insert the pushrod extension between the pushrod and the punch and grease it.
  5. Install the accessory tool. → page 10

Changing the die 9
Option: SPN­CN

  1. Push the cover ring up and out of the groove.
  2. Use a suitable punch to push the straight pin out of the hole.
  3. Disengage the die from the carrier pin.
  4. Position the new die on the carrier pin.
  5. Reinstall the straight pin.
  6. Push the cover ring down into the groove and check that it is correctly seated.

Changing the punch guide 10
Option: SPN­CN
CAUTION
Risk of damage to product and cutting tools!

  • Clean the threads before installing the securing screws.
  • Always use the new securing screws supplied and tighten the screws to the specified tightening torque.
    • Remove the die. → page 13
    • Remove the securing screws.
    • Lift off the punch guide.
    • Place the new punch guide in position.
    • Insert the securing screws and tighten them to the specified torque

Technical data

Tightening torque| 3 Nm

Checking to die, punch guide and wear plate 11, 12
Option: SPN­RN
OR SPN­RL
CAUTION
Risk of damage to product and cutting tools!

  • Clean the threads before installing the securing screws.

  • Always use the new securing screws supplied and tighten the screws to the specified tightening torque.

    • Remove the securing screws.
    • Remove the punch guide and the die.
    • Check the wear plate for signs of wear.
      Result
      If clear signs of wear are visible:
  • Remove the wear plate and install a new replacement.

    • Clean the contact surfaces of the die bearing.
    • Use the pins to center the punch guide and the die.
    • Reinstall the securing screws and tighten until hand-tight.
    • Grease the guide surfaces of the punch guide.
    • Tighten the securing screws to the specified torque in diagonally opposite sequence.

Technical data

Tightening torque| 3 Nm

Transport and storage

  • Do not transport electric tools with accessory tools fitted.
  • Always unplug the supply cord before storing an electric tool or appliance.
  • Store tools and appliances in a dry place where they cannot be accessed by children or unauthorized persons.
  • Check electric tools or appliances for damage after long periods of transport or storage.

Troubleshooting

  • If the trouble you are experiencing is not listed in this table or you are unable to remedy the problem by yourself, please contact Hilti Service.
Trouble or fault Possible cause Action to be taken

The battery runs down more

quickly than usual.

| Very low ambient temperature.| ▶| Allow the battery to warm up

slowly to room temperature.

The battery does not engage

with an audible click.

| The retaining lug on the battery is

dirty.

| ▶| Clean the retaining lug and

re-insert the battery.

The product or battery gets very hot.| Electrical fault| ▶ Switch the product off immedi- ately, remove the battery, keep it under observation, allow it to cool down and contact Hilti

Service.

Product does not develop full

power.

| A battery with inadequate capacity

was used.

| ▶| Use a battery with adequate

capacity.

Diminishing cutting perfor-

mance

| Punch worn| ▶| Change the punch. → page 12
The motor has no braking

effect.

| Battery is discharged.| ▶  Change the battery and charge

the empty battery.

Trouble or fault Possible cause Action to be taken

The motor has no braking

effect.

| Product is momentarily

overloaded.

| ▶ Switch the product off and then

on again.

LEDs of the battery show

nothing

| Battery defective.| ▶ Contact Hilti Service.

Disposal

WARNING
Risk of injury due to incorrect disposal! Health hazards due to escaping gases or liquids.

  • DO NOT send batteries through the mail!
  • Cover the terminals with a non-conductive material (such as electrical tape) to prevent short circuiting.
  • Dispose of your battery out of the reach of children.
  • Dispose of the battery at your Hilti Store, or consult your local governmental garbage disposal or public health and safety resources for disposal instructions.

Most of the materials from which Hilti tools and appliances are manufactured can be recycled. The materials must be correctly separated before they can be recycled. In many countries, your old tools, machines or appliances can be returned to Hilti for recycling. Ask Hilti Service or your Hilti representative for further information.

  • Do not dispose of power tools, electronic equipment or batteries as household waste!

Manufacturer’s warranty

  • Please contact your local Hilti representative if you have questions about the warranty conditions.

Further information
For more information on operation, technology, environment and recycling, follow this link: qr.hilti.com/manual/?id=2327535&id=2331868
This link is also to be found at the end of the documentation, in the form of a QR code.

EC Declaration of Conformity| UK Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer:
Hilti Corporation
Feldkircherstraße 100
9494 Schaan | Liechtenstein

UK Importer:
Hilti (Gt. Britain) Limited
1 Trafford Wharf Road, Old Trafford
Manchester, M17 1BY

Serial Numbers: 1-99999999999
2006/42/EC I Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 2014/30/EU| Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 2011/65/EU I The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012

  • EN 62841-1
  • EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020
  • EN 62841-2-1
  • EN 55014-2:2015

Hilti Corporation
LI-9494 Schaan
Tel.: +423 234 21 11
Fax: +423 234 29 65
www.hilti.group

Hilti = registered trademark of Hilti Corp., Schaan

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