Hilti WSC 55-A24 Cordless Saw User Manual


 
Insert the battery in the corresponding charger.
6.2 Charging the battery
CAUTION
UseonlytheHiltichargerslistedunder“Accessories”.
DANGER
Ensure that the outer surfaces of the battery are clean
and dry before inserting it in the corresponding char-
ger. Read the operating instructions for the charger
for further information about thecharging procedure.
6.2.1 Charging a new battery for the first time
A new battery must be charged correctly for the
first time before use. This will ensure that the cells
form correctly. Incorrect initial charging may have a
permanent, negative effectonbattery capacity.Please
refer to the applicable battery charger’s operating
instructions for information about initial charging.
6.2.2 Recharging a NiCd battery
NiCd batteries should be charged fully each time they
are charged.
6.2.3 Recharging Li-ion batteries
Li-ion batteries are ready for use at any time, even
when only partly charged. Charging progress is in-
dicated by the LEDs (see section “Charge status of
Liion batteries”).
6.3 Fitting the battery
CAUTION
UseonlyHiltiB36/2.4NiCd orB36/3.3Li-ionbatteries
for the WSC 70A36, and B 24/2.0 NiCd batteries for
the WSC 55A24.
CAUTION
Check that the power tool is switched off and the
switch interlock activated before fitting the battery.
Use only the Hilti batteries approved for use with this
power tool.
1. Push the battery into the power toolfrom the rear
as far as it will go and until it is heard to engage
with a double click.
2. CAUTION A falling battery may present a risk of
injury to yourself or others.
Check that the battery is seated securely in the
power tool.
6.4 Removing the battery
1. Press both battery release buttons.
2. Pull the battery out of the power tool toward the
rear.
7. Operation
NOTE
If the blade is stalled for a long time, the tool will
not restart by itself when the pressure applied to it
is released. The switch-on interlock and the control
switch must be pressed again.
CAUTION
Wear protectivegloves.The cuttingedgesof thesaw
blade teeth are sharp. The cutting edges may present
ariskofinjury.
CAUTION
Wear protective glasses and a dust mask. The
sawing operation swirls up dust and wood chips into
the air. The dust and wood chips may be harmful to
theeyesandrespiratorysystem.
CAUTION
Wear ear protectors. The power tool and the sawing
operationgeneratenoise.Exposuretonoisecancause
loss of hearing.
7.1 Changing the saw blade
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