metabo STA 18 LTX 140 Jigsaw Instructions

STA 18 LTX 140 Jigsaw
Instructions

STA 18 LTX 140 Jigsaw

| STA 18 LTX 140
*1) Serial Number: 01405…
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U| V1| 18
T1| mm (in)| 1140 (5¹/2)
T2| mm (in)| 35 (1³/8)
T3| mm (in)| 10 (³/8)
n0| min¹(rpm)| 1000 – 3000
m| kg (lbs)| 2,9 (6.4)
ah,CM/Kh,CM| m/s²| 12 / 2,3
ah,CW/Kh,C|  m/s²| 12 / 1,8
LpA/KpA| dB(A)| 90 / 3
LWA/KWA| dB(A)| 101 / 3
| | |
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I – III| | 5|
0 – III| | 5|
0 – III| | 4-5|
0 – II| | 3|
I – II| | 4-5|
0| | 2-3| ****
0 – I| | 3-4|
0 – I| | 2-3|
0| | 4|

2) 2014/30/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2011/65/EU 3) EN 60745-1:2009+A11:2010, EN 60745-2-11:2010

2016-03-01
Volker Siegle

Direktor Produktentstehung & Qualität (Vice President Product Engineering & Quality) *4) Metabowerke GmbH – Metabo-Allee 1 – 72622 Nuertingen, Germany

 Declaration of Conformity

We declare under our sole responsibility: These cordless jig-saws, identified by type and serial number 1), comply with all relevant requirements of the directives 2) and standards 3). Technical file at 4) Fig. H

Specified Use

The machine is suitable for sawing non-ferrous metals and sheet steel, wood and similar materials, plastics and similar materials. Any other use is not permitted.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by improper 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 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 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 electrical 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).
During work, the workpiece must lay flat and be secured against moving, e.g. using clamps. Do not try to saw extremely small workpieces.
When sawing, ensure that the footplate makes secure contact with the workpiece.
Do not switch the machine on while the saw blade is touching the workpiece. When interrupting a cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the saw blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from the workpiece while the saw blade is in motion or kickback may occur.
When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If the saw blade seizes, it may kickback from the workpiece when the saw is restarted.
Danger of injury due to the sharp jigsaw blade. After stopping work, the jigsaw blade may still be hot. Wear protective gloves.
Keep hands well away from the sawing area and the saw blade. Do not reach underneath the workpiece.
Remove chips and similar material only with the machine at standstill.
Remove the battery pack from the machine before any adjustments, conversions or servicing are performed.
Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the machine is switched off.
Remove the battery pack from the machine when not in use.
LED light (4): Do not look directly into the light. Do not observe the radiation directly with optical instruments.
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.

4.1 Safety instructions for battery packs:
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 attention immediately.
If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack from the machine.
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.

Overview

Fig. A – D

1. Guide rail adapter (to be attached to guide rail 6.31213)*
2. Protective plate for use with sensitive tool surfaces (attach as shown) *
3. Anti-splintering footplate insert *
4. LED lights
5. Protective cap *
6. Protective rod for preventing unintentional contact with the saw blade
7. Adjustment lever for pendulum motion
8. Switch button on the chip blower
9. Sliding on/off switch
10. Footplate
11.  Extractor connection piece *
12. Setting wheel for speed adjustment
13. Battery pack release button
14.  Battery pack
15. Capacity and signal indicator
16. Capacity indicator button
17.  Saw blade
18. Saw blade support roller
19. Saw blade clamping fixture
20. Clamping lever for securing the saw blade
21. Scale for reading off the cutting angle
22. Clamp lever for diagonal cuts
23. Locking screw
24. Clamping force screw

• depending on equipment/not in scope of delivery

 Initial Operation

7.1 Fit the anti-splintering footplate Fig. A
Danger of injury due to the sharp jigsaw blade. Remove the saw blade before fitting the antisplintering footplate insert (3).
Turn the machine over so that the footplate faces upwards. Insert the anti- splintering footplate from the front, ensuring the following:

• The smooth side of the footplate faces upwards.
• The slot is facing to the rear (towards the battery pack).
  If you are working with the protective plate attached (2) (depending on fittings), fit the anti-splintering footplate insert in the protective plate.

7.2 Fit the saw blade Fig. B
Danger of injury due to the sharp jigsaw blade. After stopping work, the jigsaw blade may still be hot. Wear protective gloves.
Use a saw blade that is suitable for the material being sawn.

• Turn the clamping lever (20) forwards to the stop and hold in place.
• Insert the saw blade (17) against the spring force until the stop. (The saw teeth are facing forwards). Ensure that the blade is correctly positioned in the groove of the saw blade support roller (18).
• Release the clamping lever (20). (It returns to its initial position by itself. The saw blade is now securely tightened).

7.3 Removing the saw blade
Caution: Be careful not to point the jigsaw at anyone when removing it.

• Turn the clamping lever (20) forward until the stop; the saw blade is ejected as a result of spring force.

7.4 Attach / remove the protective cap Fig. A
Attachment: Push on the protective cap (5) from the front until it engages
Removal: Grip both sides of the protective cap (5), then pull forwards and remove.
7.5 Sawing with dust extraction Fig. A

• Fit the extractor connection piece (11). Connect a suitable extraction device.
• Attach the protective cap (5) for maximum extraction efficiency.
• Switch off the chip blower (see chapter 8.1).

7.6 Sawing without dust extraction

• Work with the protective cap (5) removed (see Removal chapter 7.4).

7.7 Diagonal cuts Fig. C
Remove the protective cap (5), the protective plate (2), anti-splintering footplate (3) and extraction connection piece (11). These parts cannot be used for diagonal cuts.

• Pull out the clamp lever (22).
• Slide the footplate (10) back slightly and turn.
• You can read off the angles from the scale (21). Adjust to different angles using an angle gage.
• Push the footplate (10) forward in the angles provided until it engages.
• Push in the clamp lever (22).

7.8 Battery pack
Charge the battery pack before use (14).
If performance diminishes, recharge the battery pack.
The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and 30°C.
“Li-Power” li-ion battery packs have a capacity and signal indicator: (15)

• Press the button (16); the LEDs indicate the charge level. (15)
• (15)If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost flat and must be recharged.

7.9 Removing or replacing the battery pack Fig. A
To remove: Press the battery pack release (13) button and pull the battery pack (14) upwards. To fit:Slide in the battery pack (14) until it engages.

Use

8.1 Chip blower Fig. A
Turn the button (8) to turn on (symbol ) or off.
8.2 Set the pendulum motion Fig. A
Set the required pendulum motion using the adjustment lever (7).
Position “0” = pendulum motion is switched off. . .
Position “III” = maximum pendulum motion
Recommended settings: ** Fig. G.
The best way to determine the ideal setting is through a practical trial.
8.3 Set the maximum speed/stroke Fig. A
Set the machine to maximum speed using the setting wheel (12). This is also possible during operation.
Setting wheel position “A” = automatic start-up system: during the sawing process, the speed automatically increases to the maximum speed.
Recommended settings: ** Fig. G.
The best way to determine the ideal setting is through a practical trial.
8.4 Switching on/off, continuous operation Fig. A
The machine must not be allowed to draw in additional dust and shavings. When switching the machine on and off, keep it away from dust deposits. After switching off the machine, only place it down when the motor has come to a standstill.
Avoid switching on the machine accidentally: always switch it off when the battery pack is removed from the machine.
In continuous operation, the machine continues running if it is forced out of your hands. Therefore always hold the machine with both hands using the handle provided, stand securely and concentrate.
Switching on: Push the slide switch (9) forward. For continuous activation, now tilt downwards until it engages.
Switching off: Press the rear end of the slide switch (9) and release.
8.5 LED light Fig. A
For working on dimly lit areas. The LED lights (4)
light up when the machine is switched on.
If the LED light is flashing, see chapter 10.
8.6 Note on use Fig. E
Plunging You can plunge the jigsaw blade into workpieces made from thin, soft materials without needing to drill a hole beforehand. Only use short saw blades. Only at 0° angle setting.
Set the adjustment lever (7) to the “0” position (pendulum motion is deactivated). Position the jigsaw with the front edge of the footplate (10) on the workpiece. Hold the operating jigsaw firmly and guide slowly downwards. Once the saw blade has penetrated the workpiece, the pendulum motion can be activated.

Cleaning, Maintenance

Clean the machine regularly. This includes vacuum cleaning the ventilation louvres on the motor.
(19) Clean the saw blade clamping fixture regularly and thoroughly by applying a jet of compressed air. If necessary, clean the openings behind the saw blade support roller (18).
Apply a drop of oil to the saw blade support roller (18) from time to time.
If necessary, adjust the clamping force of the clamp lever (22) **** ( Fig. D): Release the safety screw (23) and turn the clamping force screw (24) (turning the screw anti-clockwise increases the clamping force). Tighten the safety screw (23).

 Troubleshooting

The LED light (4) is flashing SLOWLY and the machine has been switched off automatically. The machine switches off if it is overloaded for an extended period or if the saw blade is jammed. Switch off the machine at the slide switch (9). Switch it on again and continue to work as normal. Avoid any additional overloading or jamming.
The LED (4) is flashing quickly and the machine is not running. The restart protection is active. The machine will not start if the battery pack is inserted while the machine is on. Switch the machine off and on again.

Accessories

Only use original Metabo battery packs and Metabo accessories. ** Fig. F.
Use only accessories which fulfil the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions.
Fit accessories securely. Secure the machine if it is operated in a bracket. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
A Chargers
B Battery pack
C Circular-cutting and parallel guide
For sawing circles (dia. 100 – 360 mm) and making cuts parallel with edges (max. 210 mm). Attach the circular-cutting guide ( ** Fig. F-I)

• Slide the rod on the circular-cutting and parallel guide sideways into the footplate (centre point (c) faces downwards).
• Set the desired radius (d).
• Tighten screw (b).

Attach parallel guide ( Fig. F-II)

• Slide the rod on the circular-cutting and parallel guide sideways into the footplate (centre point (c) faces upwards).
• Set the dimension (e)
• Tighten screw (b).
  For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the catalogue. Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by qualified electricians ONLY!

 Repairs

If you have Metabo electrical tools that require repairs, please contact your Metabo service centre. 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  isposed of with regular waste. Please return faulty or used battery packs to your Metabo dealer.
Do not throw battery packs into 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

Fig. G. Changes due to technological progress reserved.

U = Voltage of battery pack
T1 = Maximum material thickness in wood
T2 = Maximum material thickness in nonferrous metals
T3  = Maximum material thickness in sheet steel
n0 = Stroke rate at idle speed
m = Weight (with smallest battery pack)
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
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 organisational steps that must be put in place.
Vibration total value (vector sum of three directions) determined in accordance with EN 60745:
ah,CM = Vibration emission value (sawing sheet metal)
ah,CW = Vibration emission value (sawing wood)
Kh,… = Uncertainty (vibration)
Typical A-effective perceived sound levels:
LpA = Sound pressure level
LWA = Acoustic power level
KpA, KWA= Uncertainty
During operation the noise level can exceed 80 dB(A).
Wear ear protectors!

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

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