Start Of Operation; Side Handle Installation; Operating Mode Selection; Tool Change With Sds Chuck - Metabo BHE 2444 Originalbetriebsanleitung

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6. Start of Operation

Before plugging in check to see that the rated
mains voltage and mains frequency, as stated
on the rating label, match with your power supply.
Australia: Always use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply with a rated residual
current of 30 mA or less.
6.1

Side handle installation

For safety reasons, always use the side
handle supplied.
Open the clamping ring by turning the side handle
(1) counter-clockwise. Place the side handle onto
the machine's collar. Insert the depth stop (3).
Tighten the side handle in the required angle
depending on the task at hand.
7. Use
7.1 Depth Stop Setting
Loosen the side handle (1). Set depth stop (3) to the
desired drilling depth and retighten the side handle.
7.2 Setting direction of rotation
Do not activate the rotation selector switch (4)
unless the motor has completely stopped.
See page 2.
R = Clockwise setting
L = Counter-clockwise setting
7.3

Operating mode selection

Select the desired operating mode by turning the
control knob (8). To turn, push the stop (7).
Drilling
Hammer drilling
Chiselling
(KHE 2444, KHE 2644 only)
In chiselling mode, the chisel is locked so that it
cannot turn.
To position the chisel for a particular application, set
the switch button (8) between
When a chisel is fitted, only operate the
machine in the chiselling operating mode
.
Avoid levering with the machine when a chisel
is fitted.
7.4

Tool change with SDS chuck

Before fitting, clean tool shank and apply
special grease (accessories order no.
6.31800)! Use only SDS-Plus tools.
Inserting tools:
- Turn tool and insert until it engages. The tool is
locked automatically.
Removing the tool:
See page 2, fig. A.
8
Pull tool lock (2) backwards in direction indicated by
arrow (a) and remove tool (b).
7.5
Switching on, speed: press the trigger (6).
Continuous activation: While pressing on the
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine with
both hands using the handles provided, stand in a
safe position and concentrate.
8. Maintenance
The vent slots of the machine should be cleaned
from time to time.
9. Trouble Shooting
If the trigger (6) can not be depressed, check to see
that the direction of rotation selector switch (4) is
fully set to the R or L position.
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10. Accessories

Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
Use only accessories which fulfil the requirements
and specifications listed in these operating instruc-
tions.
Fit accessories securely. Secure the machine if it is
operated in a bracket. Loss of control can cause
personal injury.
For a complete range of accessories, see
www.metabo.com or the main catalogue.
11. Repairs
Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by
qualified electricians ONLY!
and .
Contact your local Metabo representative if you
have Metabo power tools requiring repairs. For
addresses see www.metabo.com.
You can download a list of spare parts from
www.metabo.com.

12. Environmetal Protection

Observe national regulations on environmentally
compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused
machines, packaging and accessories.
2002/96/EC on used electronic and electric
equipment and its implementation in national
Switching on/off, changing speed
The speed can be changed by pressing in the
trigger.
Release the trigger to switch off.
trigger (6), press in the locking button (5) and
then release the trigger. To switch off, press and
release the trigger (6) again.
In continuous operation, the machine
continues running if it is forced out of your
Only for EU countries: Never dispose of
power tools in your household waste! In
accordance with European Guideline