metabo BS 18 LT BL 18V Cordless Compact Drill Instructions
- June 3, 2024
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metabo BS 18 LT BL 18V Cordless Compact Drill
Original Instructions
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.
Specified Use
The cordless drills/screwdrivers and impact drills are suitable for drilling
in metal, wood, plastic and similar materials, and also for screwdriving 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
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 instructions will 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.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Pass on your
electrical tool only together with these documents.
Special Safety Instructions
Wear ear protectors when impact drilling (machines with the designation SB).
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an
operation where the cutting accessory or fasteners 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).
Safety instructions when using long drill bits:
- Never operate at higher speed than the maximum speed rating of the drill bit. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
- Always start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip in contact with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
- Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bend causing breakage and loss of control, resulting in personal injury.
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 (13): d o not observe the LED radiation directly with optical
instruments.
CAUTION Do not stare at operating lamp.
Reducing dust exposure:
WARNING – 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 chemically treated 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.
This also applies to dust from other materials such as some timber types (like
oak or beech dust), metals, asbestos. Other known diseases are e.g. allergic
reactions, respiratory diseases. Do not let dust enter the body.
Observe the relevant guidelines and national regulations for your material,
staff, application and place of application (e.g. occupational health and
safety regulations, disposal).
Collect the particles generated 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:
Overview
- Keyless chuck
- Adjusting sleeve (Torque limitation)
- Adjusting sleeve
- Screwdriving / torque limitation
- Drilling / max. torque
- Impact drilling
- Switch (1st / 2nd gear)
- Rotation selector switch (rotation setting, transport lock) – both sides of the machine
- Handle
- Bit depot *
- Belt hook *
- Battery pack release button
- Capacity indicator button
- Capacity and signal indicator
- Battery pack
- LED light
- Trigger switch
Use
Battery pack, capacity and signal indicator Fig. B
Charge the battery pack before use.
Recharge the battery pack if performance diminishes.
Instructions on charging the battery pack can be found in the operating
instructions of the Metabo charger.
Removing and inserting the battery pack Fig. C
Setting the direction of rotation, engaging the transporting safety device
(switch-on lock) Fig. D
Selecting the gear Fig. E
Do not set the switch (4) unless the motor has stopped completely!
Setting the torque limitation, screw-driving, drilling and impact drilling
Fig. F
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 (14).
Press in the trigger switch to increase the rotational speed.
Switching off: release the trigger switch (14).
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.
Keyless chuck Fig. G
With a soft tool shank, retightening may be required after a short drilling
period.
Information for machines with the designation BS 18 LT BL, BS 18 LT BL SE, SB
18 LT BL, SB 18 LT BL SE: :
- The grating sound which may be heard after opening the chuck is functional and is stopped by turning the sleeve in the opposite direction.
- Clamping the tool:
Turn sleeve in direction “GRIP, ZU” until the noticeable mechanical resistance has been overcome.
Caution! The tool is not yet clamped! Keep turning the sleeve (it must “click” when turning), until it cannot be turned any further – only now is the tool securely clamped.
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
Employ the same procedure when attaching the chuck, except in reverse order.
Chuck with quick-change system (with BS 18 LT BL Q) Fig. I
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
Employ the same procedure when attaching the chuck, except in reverse order.
Fit the belt hook (8) as shown.
Fit the bit depot (7) as shown.
Troubleshooting
The machine’s multifunctional 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 (14) 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:
-
Battery pack almost empty Fig. A, B (The electronics protect the battery pack against damage through total discharge).
If one LED (11) is flashing, the battery pack is almost flat. If necessary, press the button (10) and check the LEDs (11) to see the charge level. If the battery pack is almost flat, it must be recharged. -
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. -
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 (14). Switch it on again and continue to work as normal. Try to prevent the machine from seizing.
Accessories
Use only original Metabo or CAS (Cordless Alliance System) battery packs and
accessories.
Use only accessories that fulfil the requirements and specifications listed in
these operating instructions.
Fitting the angle drilling attachment Fig. K.
For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the catalog.
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
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 house-hold waste. Observe national regulations on separated collection
and recycling of disused machines, packaging and accessories.
Discharge the battery pack in the power tool before disposal. 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.
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 62841.
Permitted ambient temperature during operation:
-20 °C (-4°F) to 50 °C (120°F) (limited performance with temperatures below 0 °C (32°F)). Permitted ambient temperature for storage: 0 °C (32°F) to 30 °C (86°F).
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 organizational measures based on the adjusted estimates.
Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in
accordance with EN 62841:
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!
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References
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