metabo BS 18 L Cordless Drill Instruction Manual

June 4, 2024
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metabo BS 18 L Cordless Drill Instruction Manual
metabo BS 18 L Cordless Drill

Specified Use

The cordless drills/screwdrivers and impact drills are suitable for drilling in metal, wood, plastic and similar materials, and also for screw driving and thread tapping.

The cordless impact drills are also suitable for impact drilling in masonry, brickwork and stone.
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.

General Safety Instructions

Notice icon 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.

Special Safety Instructions

Wear ear protectors with impact drills (machines with the designation SB). Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

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 spot where you wish to work is free of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g. using a metal detector)

 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.
Remove the battery pack from the machine before making any adjustments, changing tools, maintaining or cleaning.
Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the machine is switched off.
Keep hands away from the rotating tool! Remove chips and similar material only with the machine at a standstill.
Secure the workpiece to prevent slipping or rotation (e.g. by securing with screw clamps).
LED light (12): do not observe the LED radiation directly with optical instruments.

Reducing dust exposure:

**** Some of the dust created using this power tool may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, 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 you or people nearby are exposed to them.

Do not let particles enter the body.
Do the following to reduce exposure to these substances: ensure good ventilation of the workplace and wear appropriate protective equipment, such as respirators able to filter microscopically small particles.

Observe the relevant guidelines for your material, staff, application and place of application (e.g.  occupational health and safety regulations, disposal)

Collect the generated particles at the source, avoid deposits in the surrounding area.
Use suitable accessories for special work. In this way, fewer particles enter the environment in an uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.

Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:

  • Do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons or on dust deposits.
  • Use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers.
  • Ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or blowing stirs up dust.
  • Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not blow, beat or brush

Transport of li-ion battery packs:

The shipping of li-ion battery pack 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.

Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact and no fluid is leaking. Remove the battery pack from the machine for sending. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).

Figures

Illustrations are provided at the beginning of the operating instructions.

Symbol explanation:

| Movement direction
---|---

| Drill bit

| Slow

| Fast

| First gear

| Second gear

| Screwdriving / torque limitation

| Drilling / max. torque

| Impact drilling

Nm

| Torque

Overview

Fig. A
Product Overview

  1. Keyless chuck

  2. Adjusting sleeve
    (Torque limitation)

  3. Adjusting sleeve

    • Screw driving / torque limitation
    • Drilling / max. torque
    • Impact drilling
  4. Switch (1st / 2nd gear)

  5. Rotation selector switch (rotation setting, transport lock) – both sides of the machine

  6. Bit depot *

  7. Belt hook *

  8. Battery pack release button

  9. Capacity indicator button

  10. Capacity and signal indicator

  11. Battery pack

  12. LED light

  13. Trigger switch
    *equipment-specific

Use

Battery pack, capacity and signal indicator Fig. B
Using instruction

Charge the battery pack before use.
Recharge the battery pack if performance diminishes.
The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and 30°C.

Removing and inserting the battery pack Fig. C
Using instruction

Setting the direction of rotation, engaging the transporting safety device (switch-on lock) Fig. D
Using instruction

Selecting the gear Fig. E
Using instruction

****Do not set the switch (4) unless the motor has stopped completely!

Setting the torque limitation, screw driving, drilling and impact drilling Fig. F
Using instruction

 Set screwdriving by turning the sleeve (3)
AND
set the torque (with torque limitation) by turning the sleeve (2) – intermediate settings are also possible.
 Set drilling by turning the sleeve (3) (max. torque, without torque limitation)
To avoid overloading the motor, do not jam the spindle.

Machines with the designation SB

 Set impact drilling by turning the sleeve (3) (max. torque, without torque limitation) To avoid overloading the motor, do not jam the spindle

Switching On/Off, setting the speed Fig. A

Switching on, speed: press the trigger switch (13). Press in the trigger switch to increase the rotational speed.
Switching off: release the trigger switch (13).
Note: the noise that the machine makes when it switches off is due to the design (quick stop) and has no influence on the function or the service life of the machine.

Key less chuck Fig. G

Key less chuck

Opening the drill chuck:
Turn the drill chuck sleeve (1) clockwise.

Clamping the tool:
Open the drill chuck and insert the tool as far as possible. Turn the drill chuck sleeve (1) in clockwise direction until the tool is clamped securely. With a soft tool shank, re tightening may be required after a short drilling period.

Cleaning: from time to time, hold the machine vertically with the chuck facing downwards and turn the sleeve fully in the direction “GRIP, ZU” and then turn fully in the direction “AUF, RELEASE”. The dust collected falls from the keyless chuck.

Unscrewing the chuck Fig. H
Unscrewing the chuck

Employ the same procedure when attaching the chuck, except in reverse order

Chuck with quick change system (with BS 18 L Quick) Fig. I
quick change system

To remove: push the interlock ring forward (a), advance and pull off the chuck forwards (b).
To fit: push the interlock ring forward and move the chuck as far as the limit stop on the drill spindle.

Fitting the belt hook (equipment specific) / bit depot (equipment-specific) Fig. J
Accessories

Fit the belt hook (7) as shown.
Fit the bit depot (6) as shown.

Troubleshooting

The machine’s multi functional monitoring system

**** If the machine switches off automatically, the machine electronics have activated automatic protection mode. A warning signal sounds (continuous beeping). The beeping stops after a maximum of 30 seconds or when the trigger switch (13) is released.

****In spite of this protective function, overloading is still possible with certain applications and can result in damage to the machine.

Causes and remedies:

  1. Battery pack almost empty Fig. A, B (The electronics protect the battery pack against damage through total discharge).
    If one LED (10) is flashing, the battery pack is almost flat. If necessary, press the button (9) and check the LEDs (10) to see the charge level. If the battery pack is almost flat, it must be recharged.

  2. Long continuous overloading of the machine will activate the temperature cut-out.
    Leave the machine or battery pack to cool.
    Note: if the battery pack feels very warm, the pack will cool more quickly in an “AIR COOLED” charger.
    Note: the machine will cool more quickly if you operate it at idling speed.

  3. Metabo safety shutdown: the machine has SHUT DOWN by itself. If the speed suddenly drops (for example, if the machine suddenly seizes or kickback occurs), the machine switches off. Switch off the machine at the
    trigger switch (13). Switch it on again and continue to work as normal. Try to prevent the machine from seizing.

Accessories

Only use original Metabo battery packs and Metabo accessories.
Use only accessories that fulfil the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions.
Fitting the angle drilling attachment Fig. K.
Accessories
For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the catalogue.

Repairs

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.

Environmental Protection

Observe national regulations on environmentally compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused machines, 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!

 Protect the environment, and do not dispose of power tools and battery packs with household waste. Observe national regulations on  separated collection and recycling of disusedmachines, packaging and accessories.

Before disposal, discharge the battery pack in the power tool. Prevent the contacts from short circuiting (e. g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).

Technical Data

Fig. L. We reserve the right to make technical improvements
Technical improvements

U = Voltage of battery pack
n0 = No-load speed

Tightening torque for screwing:
M1 = Soft screwing application (wood)
M3 = Hard screwing applications (metal)
M4 = Adjustable torque

Max. drill diameter:
D1 max = in steel
D2 max = in softwood
D3 max = in masonry
s = Max. impact rate
m = Weight (with the smallest battery pack
G = Spindle thread
D max = Chuck clamping range

Measured values determined in conformity with EN 60745.
Direct current

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 organisational measures based on the adjusted estimates.

Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 60745:

ah, ID = Vibration emission value
(impact drilling in concrete)
ah, D = Vibration emission value
(Drilling in metal)
ah, S = Vibration emission value (screwing without impact)
Kh, … = Uncertainty (vibration)

Typical A-effective perceived sound levels:

LpA = Sound-pressure level
LWA = Acoustic power level
KpA, KWA= Uncertainty (noise level)
During operation the noise level can exceed 80 dB(A).

Wear ear protectors!

Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that these cordless drills/ screwdrivers and impact drills, identified by type and serial number 1), meet all relevant requirements of directives 2) and standards 3). Technical documents at 4) – Fig. M.
Declaration of Conformity

Support

Metabowerke GmbH
Metabo-Allee 1
72622 Nuertingen
Germany
www.metabo.com
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