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Auto-stop carbon brushes
If the brushes are completely worn, the machine
switches off automatically.
With VTC electronics: A LED warns before the
brushes are completely worn.
Restart protection on machines with VTC
electronics
(BHE 24, KHE 24, KHE 28 )
The restart protection prevents unintentional
starting when being plugged in again or when
power is restored after a power failure.
Metabo contact mode:
(KHE 24 Contact)
For intelligent drilling in walls with installed electric
or water lines. As soon as the inserted tool makes
contact with conductive, earthed material or live
supply cables, the machine switches off
immediately.
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.
8.1 Side handle installation
For safety reasons, always use the side
handle supplied.
Open the clamping ring by turning the side handle
(17) counter-clockwise. Slide the side handle onto
the spindle collar of the machine. Insert the depth
stop (7). Tighten the side handle at an angle as
required for the application.
9.1 Depth Stop Setting
Loosen the side handle (17). Set depth stop (7) to
the desired drilling depth and retighten the side
handle.
9.2 Switching on/off
To start the machine, press the trigger (14).
8Start of Operation
9Use
Rotary stop:
(KHE 24, KHE 28, KHE 24 Contact):
By turning the rotation off chiselling can be done.
Metabo S-automatic safety clutch.
( )
With only a single control knob the operating mode
Metabo S-automatic safety clutch.
When the safety clutch responds, switch off the
machine immediately!
Avoid unintentional starting: always unlock the
trigger switch if the machine is unplugged or in the
event of a power failure. Not required for drills with
VTC electronics (restart protection).
For safety reasons, always use the side handle
supplied.
Do not grasp the rotating tool!
Remove chips and similar matter only with the
machine at standstill.
Hold the power tool only at insulated housing
parts, if there is a possible hazard of making
contact with concealed electric cables or the
supply cable.
Contact with live wires energizes
the metal parts of the housing and can cause
electric shock to the operator.
Wear hearing protection when working for a
longer period of time.
High noise levels over a
prolonged period of time may affect your hearing.
See page 3 (please unfold).
1 Keyless chuck
2 SDS chuck
3 Tool lock
4 Keyless chuck sleeve
5 Chuck lock
6 Spindle
7 Depth stop
8 Speed preselection wheel
9 Electronic signal indicator
10 Contact mode indicator
11 Contact mode
12 Rotation selector switch
13 Lock button
14 Trigger
15 Stop
16 Control knob
17 Side handle
18 SDS chuck
Exchangeable chuck
(not BH 20, BHE 20):
With a simple operation and without the need for
extra tools the SDS chuck is exchanged against
the keyless chuck.
Single-knob control
6 Overview
7 Special Product Features
(not BHE 22, BHE 24, KHE 24 SP)
(drilling, hammer drilling, chiselling, depending on
the model) is selected.
(KHE 26, KHE 28, KHE 26 Contact, KHE 24 SP):
If the tooling jams, the power flow to the engine
will be restricted. Because of the high power
which then arises, always hold the machine with
both hands on the handles, stand safely, and
concentrate on your work.
(BHE 26, KHE 26, KHE 28)
(KHE 26 Contact)
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