metabo ASE 18 LTX Cordless Sabre Saw Instructions

Metabo ASE 18 LTX Cordless Sabre Saw

OVERVIEW

1. Depot for hexagon wrench
2. Hexagon wrench
3. Screw for setting the guide
4. Guide
5. Saw blade quick-clamping device
6. Lever for saw blade quick-clamping device
7. Front handle
8. Switch-on locking button
9. Trigger
10. Rear handle
11. Battery pack release
12. Battery pack
13. Capacity indicator button
14. Capacity and signal indicator

ASC ultra, ASC 15, ASC 30, ASC 30-36, SC 60 Plus, etc.

• 18 V 3,0 Ah 6.25455 Li-Power Extreme
• 18 V 4,0 Ah 6.25527 Li-Power Extreme
• 18 V 5,2 Ah 6.25587 Li-Power Extreme

Conformity Declaration

We declare under our sole responsibility: These cordless sabre saws, identified by type and serial number 1), comply with all relevant requirements of the directives 2) and standards 3). Technical file at 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 cordless sabre saws, 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 62841-2-11:2016, EN IEC 63000:2018

Specified Use

The tool is suitable for sawing wood, metals, plastics or similar materials such as hard rubber, fibreglass, etc. Warranty claims apply only to a limited extent for applications with excessive wear (e.g. pallet construction/repair).
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by unspecified 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 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 electrical tool only together with these documents.

Special Safety Instructions

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live“ and could give the operator an electric shock.

Remove the battery pack from the machine before any adjustment or maintenance is carried out. Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the machine is switched off.

• Protect battery packs from water and moisture!
• Do not expose battery packs to naked flame!
• Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs! Do not open battery packs!
• Do not touch or short-circuit battery packs!
• 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 treatment immediately.If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack from the machine.
• Always wear protective goggles, gloves, and sturdy shoes when working with this tool.
• 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.

Wear ear protectors when working for long periods of time.
High noise levels over a prolonged period of time may affect your hearing.
Materials that generate specks of dust or vapors that may be harmful to health (e.g. asbestos) must not be processed.
Do not reach under the workpiece while the machine is in operation.
Do not try to see extremely small workpieces.

Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Only use sharp, undamaged saw blades. Do not use saw blades that are cracked or that have changed their shape.
For sawing, the guide must make secure contact with the workpiece.
Always hold the machine with both hands at the intended handles, take a secure stance and concentrate on the work.
The danger of injury due to the sharp saw blade.
Do not touch the moving saw blade! Remove chips and similar material only with the machine at standstill.
Remove the battery pack from the machine when not in use.

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), and 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, thus 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 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.
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).

Assembly, Initial Operation, Setting

Remove the battery pack from the machine before any adjustment or maintenance is carried out.

Battery pack
Charge the battery pack before use (12).
If performance diminishes, recharge the battery pack. “Li-Power” li-ion battery packs have a capacity and signal indicator: (14)

• Press the (13) button, the LEDs indicate the charge level.
• If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost flat and must be recharged.

Removal
Press the battery pack release (11) button and pull the battery pack (12) forwards.

Inserting
Slide in the battery pack (12) until it engages.

Inserting, removing saw blade
Do not touch the saw blade immediately following the operation of the tool, as it can be extremely hot and can lead to skin burns.

1. Pull up lever (6) of saw blade quick-clamping device upwards and hold in this position.
2. Insert the saw blade as far as it will go or remove it.
3. Release lever (6).
4. Check that the saw blade is securely seated.

Note: If a saw blade happens to break off and cannot be removed by hand from the saw blade quick-clamping device, pull up lever (6) and hold. Engage the tip of a saw blade in the broken section and pull it out. A fine-toothed metal saw blade is best suited for this task. See Fig. A, page 2.

Tip: The best possible access to the saw blade quick-clamping device (5) is achieved when it is in its outermost position. If necessary: a switch of the machine, press the trigger switch (9) lightly to move the saw blade quick- clamping device into its outermost position.

Setting the guide
The cutting depth can be limited by shifting the guide (4) (e.g. when sawing in front of a wall). Occasionally shift the guide (4) to achieve even wear of the saw blade.

1. =Remove hexagon wrench (2) from its depot (1).
2. Release both screws (3) with a hexagon wrench
3. Shift guide (4) to the desired position.
4. Tighten both screws (3) again with a hexagon wrench.
5. Insert hexagon wrench for safekeeping in its depot.
6. Check the guide for correct seating.

Use

Switching on and off
Switching on: Press the switch-on locking button (8) and hold in; then actuate the trigger (9).
(The switch-on locking button (8) can be pressed from the left and the right machine sides.)
To switch off: release the trigger switch (9).

Stepless stroke rate setting
The stroke rate can be changed steplessly by varying the pressure applied to the trigger switch (9), thus adapting it to the material and working conditions.

Working Directions
Sawing:
Use a saw blade geared to the material to be sawn. Press the machine with the guide (4) against the workpiece. Switch on the machine, and only then guide the saw blade against the workpiece. Do not make contact with any objects or with the ground with the moving saw blade (danger of recoil and saw blade fracture!) Adapt the stroke rate to the material to the sawn. Avoid excessive pressure on the saw blade (particularly in the case of long saw blades).
If the saw blade jams, turn the machine off immediately. Widen the sawn gap slightly with a suitable tool and take out the machine. After completing the sawing cut, switch off the machine and only take it out of the sawn gap to place it down once the saw blade has come to a standstill (danger of recoil).

Plunge cuts
Plunge cuts may only be made in soft materials such as wood or plastic. Only use short saw blades. Hold the machine with both hands at the intended handles, take a secure stance and concentrate on the work. See Fig. B, page 2: The machine is pressed with the edge of the guide (4) against the workpiece. The saw blade does not make contact with the workpiece. Switch on the machine. The corner of the guide serves as a pivot point around which the machine is slowly aligned, whereby the saw blade cuts into the workpiece.

Maintenance

On a regular basis, use compressed air to blow out the machine through the rear ventilation slots. Regularly clean the saw blade quick-clamping device (5) and blow out with compressed air. Do not oil or grease.

Accessories

• Only use original Metabo battery packs and Metabo accessories. See page 4. Use only accessories which fulfill the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions. A comprehensive range of saw blades for a wide variety of materials and use cases
• Battery charger
• Battery packs
• Lubricating stick for cooling the saw blades when sawing metal For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the catalog.

Repairs

Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by qualified electricians ONLY!

If you have Metabo electrical tools that require repairs, please contact your Metabo service center. For addresses see www.metabo.com. You can download spare parts lists 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 must 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!

Only for EU countries: Never dispose of power tools in your household waste! In accordance with European Guideline 2002/ 96/EC on used electronic and electric equipment and its implementation in national legal systems, used power tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally compatible recycling. 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 Specifications

Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 3. Changes due to technological progress are reserved.

U =Voltage of battery pack
n0 =Stroke rate at idle speed
s =Stroke length
T1 =max. cutting depth wood
T2 =max. cutting depth metal (profiles, tubes)
m =Weight (with smallest battery pack) Measured values determined in conformity with EN 62841.

Direct current
The technical specifications quoted are subject to tolerances (in compliance with the relevant valid standards).

Emission values
Using these values, you can estimate the emissions from this power tool and compare these with the values emitted by other power tools. The actual values may be higher or lower, depending on the particular application and the condition of the tool or power tool. In estimating the values, you should also include work breaks and periods of low use. Based on the estimated emission values, specify protective measures for the user – for example, any organizational steps that must be put in place.
Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 62841:
ah, B =vibration emission value (sawing of chipboards)
ah, WB =vibration emission value (sawing of wooden planks)
Kh,… =Uncertainty (vibration) During operation, the noise level can exceed80 dB(A).

References

• Metabo - Power Tools for professional users

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