Hilti TE 2000-22, Original Operating Instructions

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Take frequent breaks and do physical exercises to improve the blood circulation in your fingers. High
vibration during long periods of work can lead to disorders of the blood vessels and nervous system in
the fingers, hands and wrists.
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Make sure that the product always stands in a steady, secure position. Always set the product on a level,
sturdy, vibration-free and shock-free flat.
Electrical safety
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Before beginning work, check the working area for concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes.
External metal parts of the product could give you an electric shock or cause an explosion if you
accidentally damage an electric cable or a gas or water pipe.
Power tool use and care
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Wait until the power tool stops completely before you lay it down.
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Switch the product on only after bringing it to the working position.
2.4 Battery use and care
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Comply with the following safety instructions for the safe handling and use of Li-ion batteries.
Failure to comply can lead to skin irritation, severe corrosive injury, chemical burns, fire and/or explosion.
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Use only batteries that are in perfect working order.
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Treat batteries with care in order to avoid damage and prevent leakage of fluids that are extremely
harmful to health!
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Do not under any circumstances modify or tamper with batteries!
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Do not disassemble, crush or incinerate batteries and do not subject them to temperatures over 80 °C
(176 °F).
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Never use or charge a battery that has suffered an impact or been damaged in any other way. Check
your batteries regularly for signs of damage.
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Never use recycled or repaired batteries.
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Never use the battery or a battery-operated power tool as a striking tool.
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Never expose batteries to the direct rays of the sun, elevated temperature, sparking, or open flame. This
can lead to explosions.
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Do not touch the battery poles with your fingers, tools, jewelry, or other electrically conductive objects.
This can damage the battery and also cause material damage and personal injury.
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Keep batteries away from rain, moisture and liquids. Penetrating moisture can cause short circuits,
electric shock, burns, fire and explosions.
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Use only chargers and power tools approved for the specific battery type. Read and follow the relevant
operating instructions.
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Do not use or store the battery in explosive environments.
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If the battery is too hot to touch, it may be defective. Put the battery in a place where it is clearly visible
and where there is no risk of fire, at an adequate distance from flammable materials. Allow the battery to
cool down. If it is still too hot to touch after an hour, the battery is faulty. Consult Hilti Service or read the
document entitled "Instructions on safety and use for Hilti Li-ion batteries".
Observe the special guidelines applicable to the transport, storage and use of lithium-ion batteries.
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Read the instructions on safety and use of Hilti Li-ion batteries that you can access by scanning
the QR code at the end of these operating instructions.