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10.8V Multi-Tool
900798
Notes about battery charging
• The Battery should be charged at ambient temperatures between 10 and 40°C (ideally
around 20°C)
• After charging, allow 15 minutes for the battery to cool before use
• Ensure that the charger is disconnected from the mains supply after use, and is
stored correctly
• DO NOT leave batteries on charge for extended periods and NEVER store batteries
on charge
• The Battery Charger monitors battery temperature and voltage while charging. Remove
the Battery once charging has been completed to maximise charge cycles of the battery
and not waste power
• Batteries can become faulty over time, individual cells in the battery can fail and the
battery could short. The charger will not charge faulty batteries. Use another battery,
if possible, to check correct functionality of the charger and purchase a replacement
battery if a faulty battery is indicated
• DO NOT store Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery packs in a discharged state long term. This
can damage the Lithium-Ion cells. For long-term storage, store batteries in a high
charge state disconnected from the power tool
• The capacity of batteries will reduce over time. After 100 charge cycles, the battery’s
operation time and the maximum torque performance of the multi-tool will slightly
reduce. This decline will continue until the battery has minimal capacity after 500
charge cycles. This is normal and not a fault with the battery pack
Fitting the Battery
1. Ensure the Battery (6) has adequate charge (see ‘Charging the Battery’)
2. Insert the Battery into the Hand Grip (5) (the Battery can only fit one way) until the
Battery Release (7) clips lock into place with a faint clicking sound
3. Your multi-tool is ready to use
Removing the Battery
1. Press in and hold the Battery Release (7) clips on both sides of the Hand Grip (5) then
pull out the Battery (6)
2. The Battery can now be inserted into the Battery Charger (12) to charge, if required (see
‘Charging the Battery’), or stored in a cool, dry place
Fitting a blade or scraper
1. Use the supplied Hex Key to loosen and remove the Mounting Bolt (11) and Mounting
Washer (10) by turning the bolt anti-clockwise as you face the Mounting Spindle
(9) (Fig. A)
2. Position the blade or scraper on to the flange of the Mounting Spindle so that the
mounting holes in the blade engage with the pins on the flange (Fig. B)
3. The blade or scraper can be positioned at an angle not directly in line with the tool if
required, so long as the blade or scraper mounting holes are engaged with the pins on
the mounting flange
4. Refit the Mounting Bolt and Mounting Washer carefully, as shown in Fig. B, ensuring the
blade or scraper correctly sits in the flange pins as the bolt is tightened
WARNING:
The blade or scraper and Mounting Spindle can be damaged if the pins
are not inserted into the blade mounting holes
5. Before using the tool, check that the blade or scraper is securely fitted and the
bolt is tight
Note:
Blades or scrapers that are cranked or bent must be mounted on the tool so that the
end of the blade is away from the tool as shown in Fig. B.
Fitting the sanding pad and sanding sheets
Note:
This tool comes supplied with 4 x sanding sheets: 2 x wood sanding sheets (80 and
120 grit); and 2 x metal sanding sheets (80 and 120 grit).
1. Use the supplied Hex Key to loosen and remove the Mounting Bolt (11) and Mounting
Washer (10) by turning the bolt anti-clockwise as you face the Mounting Spindle (9)
(Fig. A)
2. Position the supplied sanding pad onto the flange of the Mounting Spindle, so that the
mounting holes in the Sanding Pad (16) engage with the pins on the flange (Fig. C)
3. The Sanding Pad can be positioned at an angle if required but normally a point of the
triangle base is directly in line with the body of the tool
4. Refit the Mounting Bolt and Mounting Washer carefully, as shown in Fig. B, ensuring the
Sanding Pad correctly sits in the flange pins, as the bolt is tightened.
WARNING:
The Sanding Pad and Mounting Spindle can be damaged if the pins are
not inserted into the mounting holes in the Sanding Pad
5. Before using the tool, check that the Sanding Pad is securely fitted and the bolt is tight
6. Select the required sanding sheet for your intended task (see ‘Selecting the right grade
of sanding sheet’ below)
7. The Sanding Pad and sanding sheets use a hook and loop system for attachment. To
mount the sheet carefully line up one corner of the sheet with a corner of the Sanding
Pad and gradually push the rest of the sheet onto the pad, checking alignments as you
do so, until the sheet is fitted correctly (Fig. D)
Selecting the right grade of sanding sheet
• Sanding sheets are available in a variety of different grades: coarse (40–60 grit),
medium (120 grit) and fine (240 grit)
• Use a coarse grit to sand down rough finishes, medium grit to smooth the work, and
fine grit to finish off
• Always use good quality sanding sheets to maximise the quality of the finished task
• It is advisable to do a trial run on a scrap piece of material to determine the optimum
grades of sandpaper for a particular job. If there are still marks on your work after
sanding, try either going back to a coarser grade and sanding the marks out before
recommencing with the original choice of grit, or try using a new piece of sandpaper to
eliminate the unwanted marks before going on to a finer grit and finishing the job
Operation
WARNING:
ALWAYS wear adequate personal protection equipment, including eye,
hearing and respiratory protection when working with this tool.
WARNING:
Anti-vibration gloves should be worn when operating this tool to protect
users from the effect of vibration produced by the tool.
WARNING:
DO NOT inhale dust. Wear adequate breathing protection. Some dusts may
be toxic especially from man-made composite materials.
Switching On and Off
1. Hold the multi-tool firmly by the Hand Grip (5) with your thumb over the On/Off
Switch (3)
2. To switch the tool On: slide the On/Off Switch forward until it locks
3. To switch the tool Off: slide the On/Off Switch back
WARNING:
Allow the tool to reach the required speed before making contact with
the workpiece.
WARNING:
Motor Vents (8) allow heat generated from the motor to escape the body of
the tool and must not become blocked. Dust, wood chippings and swarf can block the motor
vents and cause the tool to shut down. Swarf, created when cutting metal, can also cause
permanent damage if it enters the tool. Do not allow dust, wood chippings and swarf to build
up. Use a vacuum cleaner to keep the work space clean, especially in confined areas, and
when working with harmful substances.
WARNING:
If the power tool gets excessively hot in use, stop using the tool immediately
and allow to cool before continuing work. The cooling period can be reduced operating the
multi-tool at maximum speed with no load. Always make sure the Motor Vents are not blocked
and do not allow dust to enter the body of the tool through the Motor Vents; dust, especially
metallic dust, may damage or destroy the tool.
Adjusting the tool speed
• The oscillating speed of this multi-tool can be adjusted using the Variable Speed Dial (4)
1. To increase the oscillating speed, turn the Variable Speed Dial to a higher
number setting
2. To decrease the oscillating speed, turn the Variable Speed Dial to a lowers
number setting
Note
: Adjust the tool speed to best suit the work carried out and to adapt to material
requirements. Also, refer to the accessory’s manufacturer’s instructions, regarding the optimal
tool speed selection
Sawing
• Ensure the saw blade is sharp and in good condition
• Do not use saw blades that are damaged or deformed in any way
• When sawing light building materials, follow the recommendations of the
material suppliers
• Apply plunges cuts to soft materials ONLY, for example wood, plasterboard, etc.
• If using saw blades not designed for cutting metal, ensure there are no nails or screws
embedded in the workpiece. If necessary, remove embedded objects or use metal
cutting saw blades instead
Sanding
• The removal rate and the sanding pattern are determined by the type of sanding sheet,
the pre-set oscillation rate, and the applied pressure to the multi-tool
• Pay particular attention to applying uniform sanding pressure; this increases the
working life of the sanding sheets
• Intensifying the sanding pressure will not lead to an increase of the sanding capacity,
but to increased wear of the machine and premature wear of the sanding sheet
• For precise on-the-spot sanding of edges, corners and hard-to-reach areas, it is also
possible to work only with the tip or an edge of the sanding plate
• A sanding sheet that has been used for sanding metal should not be used for sanding
other materials
• Regularly brush down or vacuum the surface being sanded to ensure the sanding sheet
is in direct contact with the surface
Scraping
• For scraping, select a high-speed setting
• On soft surfaces (e.g. wood), work at a flat angle and apply only light pressure so that
the scraper does not cut into the surface
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