Metabo HPT R 18DL Troubleshooting guide

Designed for operating in USA & Canada only.
When this product is used in areas other than the USA & Canada,
we cannot guarantee the product quality and performance.
Model
Modèle
Modelo R 18DL •R 18DSL Cordless Cleaner
Aspirateur sans fil
Aspirador a bateria
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING
IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this cleaner can result in death or serious bodily injury!
This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and
understand this manual BEFORE operating the cleaner. Please keep this manual available
for other users and owners before they use the cleaner. This manual should be stored in
safe place.
INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE ET MODE D’EMPLOI
AVERTISSEMENT
Une utilisation INCORRECTE OU DANGEREUSE de cet aspirateur peut entraîner une
blessure corporelle grave, voire mortelle!
Ce mode d’emploi contient des informations importantes sur la sécurité du produit. Veuillez
lire ce mode d’emploi et veiller à le comprendre AVANT d’utiliser cet aspirateur. Veuillez
conserver ce mode d’emploi pour que les autres utilisateurs puissent le consulter avant
d’utiliser l’aspirateur. Ce mode d’emploi doit être stocké dans un endroit sûr.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANUAL DE
INSTRUCCIONES
ADVERTENCIA
¡Una utilización INCORRECTA O INSEGURA de este aspirador puede provocar la muerte
o daños corporales importantes!
Este manual contiene información importante sobre la seguridad del producto. Lea y
comprenda este manual ANTES de utilizar el aspirador. Proporcione este manual a los
demás usuarios y propietarios antes de que utilicen este aspirador. Este manual debe
almacenarse en un lugar seguro.
Without charger and battery
Household Type
For indoor use only
Sans chargeur et batterie
Type ménager
Réservé à un usage intérieur
Sin cargador y batería
Tipo doméstico
Solo para uso en interiores
R 18DSL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction
Manual before operating or maintaining this cleaner.
Most accidents that result from cleaner operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic
safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation
before it occurs, and by observing appropriate safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the “SAFETY” section of this Instruction Manual and in the sections
which contain the operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identified by WARNINGS on
the cleaner and in this Instruction Manual.
NEVER use this cleaner in a manner that has not been specifically recommended by metabo HPT.
MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury, or may cause machine damage.
NOTE emphasizes essential information.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (THIS
APPLIANCE)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury:
1. Do not use outdoors.
2. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention
is necessary when used by or near children.
3. Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
4. Do not handle appliance with wet hands.
5. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
6. Do not operate cleaner in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable or combustible liquids, gasses or
dust.
7. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where
they may be present.
8. Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
9. Never use when the temperature is below 23°F
(-5°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
10. Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
of dust, line, hair, and anything that may reduce
air flow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts
of body away from openings and moving parts.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate cleaner in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Motor of cleaner may create sparks which
may ignite the dust of fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a cleaner.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
b) Do not expose cleaner to wet
conditions.
Water entering a cleaner will increase the
risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a cleaner.
Do not use a cleaner while you are tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating
cleaner may result in serious personal
injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
loose clothing, fingers and all parts of
body away from openings and moving
parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
4) Cleaner use and care
a) Disconnect the battery pack from
the cleaner before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing cleaner.
Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the cleaner accidentally.
b) Store idle cleaner out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the cleaner or these
instructions to operate the cleaner.
Cleaner are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
c) Maintain cleaner. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the cleaner
operation.
If damaged, have the cleaner repaired
before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained cleaner.
d) Use the cleaner, accessories, in
accordance with these instructions
and in the manner intended for the
particular type of cleaner, taking into
account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.
Use of the cleaner for operations different
from intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
5) Battery powered cleaner use and care
a) Ensure the switch is in the offposition
before inserting battery pack.
Inserting the battery pack into cleaner that
have the switch on invites accidents.
b) Recharge only with the charger
specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.
c) Use cleaner only with specifically
designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and fire.
d) When battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal
to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
e) Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery, avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
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flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
6) Service
a) Have your cleaner serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
cleaner is maintained.
b) If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return
it to a service center.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND
SYMBOLS
1. Do not put your hands or face near the
cleaner opening during use.
Doing so might lead to injuries.
2. Do not block the cleaner opening or intake.
Blocking the cleaner opening will cause
an increase in the motor rotation speed
abnormally and might damage the vanes on
the inner section of the unit or cause injuries.
The motor might also overheat and cause a
fire.
3. Do not use in locations where inflammable
materials such as lacquer, paint, benzene,
thinner or gasoline are present. Also do not
let items such as lighted cigarette butts be
suctioned inside at such locations.
Explosion or fires might result.
4. If you notice the unit is operating poorly
or making abnormal noises, immediately
stop using and shut offthe power switch.
Request an inspection and repair from the
dealer where you purchased the unit or a
metabo HPT Authorized Service Center.
Continuing to use while operating abnormally
might cause injuries.
5. If the unit is mistakenly dropped or
strikes another object, make a thorough
check of the unit for cracks, breakage or
deformation, etc.
Injuries might occur if the unit has cracks,
breakage or deformation.
6. Do not use near objects generating high
heat such as stoves.
Fires might occur if used near such locations.
7. Make a thorough inspection if using the
cleaner to clean viscous powder or dust
particles.
Powder or dust particles might be suctioned
in and adhere internally, causing the vanes to
break or injuries to occur.
8. Do not leave on locations such as benches
or floors while still rotating.
Injuries might occur.
9. ALWAYS wear ear protectors when using
the cleaner for extended periods.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity
noise can cause hearing loss.
10. When working at elevated locations, clear
the area of all other people and be aware of
conditions below you.
11. NEVER touch moving parts.
NEVER place your hands, fingers or other
body parts near the cleaner’s moving parts.
12. NEVER use a cleaner for applications other
than those specified.
NEVER use a cleaner for applications other
than those specified in the Instruction Manual.
13. Handle cleaner correctly.
Operate the cleaner according to the
instructions provided herein. Do not drop or
throw the cleaner. NEVER allow the cleaner to
be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar
with its operation or unauthorized personnel.
14. Keep all screws, bolts and covers tightly in
place.
Keep all screws, bolts, and plates tightly
mounted. Check their condition periodically.
15. Do not use cleaner if the plastic housing or
handle is cracked.
Cracks in the cleaner’s housing or handle can
lead to electric shock. Such cleaner should not
be used until repaired.
16. NEVER use a cleaner which is defective or
operating abnormally.
If the cleaner appears to be operating
unusually, making strange noises, or otherwise
appears defective, stop using it immediately
and arrange for repairs by a metabo HPT
authorized service center.
17. Carefully handle cleaner.
Should a cleaner be dropped or struck
against hard materials inadvertently, it may be
deformed, cracked, or damaged.
18. Do not wipe plastic parts with solvent.
Solvents such as gasoline, thinner benzine,
carbon tetrachloride, and alcohol may damage
and crack plastic parts. Do not wipe them with
such solvents.
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Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly
dampened with soapy water and dry
thoroughly.
19. ALWAYS wear eye protection that meets the
requirement of the latest revision of
ANSI Standard Z87.1.
20. Definitions for symbols used on this cleaner
V .............volts
— ...........direct current
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CHARGER
WARNING
Death or serious bodily injury could result
from improper or unsafe use of battery
chargers. To avoid these risks, follow
these basic safety instructions:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. This manual contains important safety and
operating instructions for battery charger
Model UC18YRL and UC18YRSL.
2. Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product
using battery.
3. Plug of battery charger must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the battery
charger.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
5. To reduce risk of injury, charge metabo HPT
rechargeable battery type, EBM1830 and
BSL1830. Other type of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
6. Use of an attachment not recommended or
sold by the battery charger manufacturer may
result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
7. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and
cord, pull by plug when disconnecting battery
charger.
8. Make sure cord is located so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
9. Do not operate battery charger with damaged
cord or plug-replace them immediately.
10. Do not operate battery charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to a qualified
serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble battery charger; take it to a
qualified serviceman when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock or fire.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from receptacle before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Removing the
battery will not reduce this risk.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE OF THE BATTERY AND
BATTERY CHARGER
You must charge the battery before you can
use the cleaner. Before using the model
UC18YRL and UC18YRSL battery charger, be sure
to read all instructions and cautionary statements on
it, the battery and in this manual.
REMEMBER: USE ONLY metabo HPT BATTERY
TYPES, EBM1830 AND BSL1830. OTHER TYPES
OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!
Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of injury:
WARNING
Improper use of the battery or battery
charger can lead to serious injury. To avoid
these injuries:
1. NEVER disassemble the battery.
2. NEVER incinerate the battery, even if it is
damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery can explode in a fire.
3. NEVER short-circuit the battery.
4. NEVER insert any objects into the battery
charger’s air vents. Electric shock or damage
to the battery charger may result.
5. NEVER charge outdoors. Keep the battery
away from direct sunlight and use only where
there is low humidity and good ventilation.
6. NEVER charge when the temperature is below
32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
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