Use and Care Manual

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6.3 Cutting 2
Before starting work, check that the cutting rails and the cut-off plate are correctly and securing seated
and check the tightening torques of the corresponding securing screws.
1. Switch the product on. → page 7
2. Guide the product through the material to be cut while holding the product at an angle of about 14 ° to
the material.
Always use a sharp blade and turn or change the cutting rails in good time.
Apply cutting oil or other cooling lubricant to the workpiece to prolong the useful life of the cutting
tools.
3. If the following conditions are met, also take this action:
Conditions: Cutting curves
▶ Guide the product slowly through the material, following the applicable radius.
Do not tilt the product to the side.
4. To end the cut, switch the product off.
6.4 Cutting off swarf 3
Do not cut off short lengths of swarf. The minimum length of the strip of swarf cut off must be one
complete curl.
Marks on the front of the housing indicate the cut-off position.
1. With the product switched on, press the swarf cutter for 0.5 of a second.
➥ The strip of swarf is cut off at the mark and the cut-off process stops automatically.
2. Remove the cutting of swarf by hand.
6.5 Switching off
▶ Press the rear section of the on/off switch.
➥ The on/off switch jumps into the off position and the motor stops.
7 Care and maintenance
WARNING
Risk of injury with battery inserted !
▶ Always remove the battery before carrying out care and maintenance tasks!
Care and maintenance of the tool
• Carefully remove any dirt that may be adhering to parts.
• Remove the dust filter and clean it and the air vents carefully, using a dry brush.
• Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing. Do not use cleaning agents containing silicone as
these can attack the plastic parts.
Care of the lithiumion batteries
• Keep the battery free from oil and grease.
• Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the casing. Do not use cleaning agents containing silicone as
these may attack the plastic parts.
• Avoid ingress of moisture.
Maintenance
• 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 product if signs of damage are found or if parts malfunction. Have it repaired
immediately by Hilti Service.
• After cleaning and maintenance, fit all guards or protective devices and check that they function correctly.