SCM 18-A
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ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SCM 18-A cordless circular saw
It is essential that the operating instructions are read before the power tool is operated for the first time.
Always keep these operating instructions
together with the power tool.
Ensure that the operating instructions are
with the power tool when it is given to
other persons.
Contents Page
1. General information 1
2. Description 3
3. Insert tools, accessories 4
4. Technical data 4
5. Safety instructions 5
6. Before use 10
7. Operation 11
8. Care and maintenance 13
9. Troubleshooting 14
10. Disposal 15
11. Manufacturer’s warranty - tools 15
1 These numbersrefertothecorresponding illustrations. The illustrations can be found on the fold-out
cover pages. Keep these pages open while studying
the operating instructions.
In these operating instructions, the designation “the
power tool” always refers to the SCM 18-A cordless
circular saw.
Operating controls and indicators 1
Battery
@
Release buttons with additional function
;
(charge status display activation)
Charge status and fault display (lithium-ion
=
battery)
On / off switch
%
Switch-on interlock
&
Auxiliary grip
(
Drive spindle lockbutton
)
Hexagon socket wrench
+
Clamping lever for cutting depth adjustment
§
Parallel guide (rip fence)
/
Pivoting guard
:
Base plate
·
Guard
$
Drive spindle
£
Mounting flange
|
Clamping flange
¡
Clamping screw
Q
Pivoting guard operating lever
W
Chip collector
E
LED / viewing window
R
Parallel guide (rip fence) clamp
T
Saw blade position indicator
Z
Cutting line indicator
U
en
1. General information
1.1 Safety notices and their meaning
DANGER
Draws attention to imminent danger that will lead to
serious bodily injury or fatality.
WARNING
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation
that could lead to serious personal injury or fatality.
CAUTION
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation
that could lead to slight personal injury or damage to
the equipment or other property.
NOTE
Draws attention to an instruction or other useful
information.
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1.2 Explanation of the pictograms and other
information
Warning signs
en
Location of identification data on the power tool
The type designation and serial number can be found
on the type identification plate on the machine or tool.
Make a note of this data in your operating instructions
and always refer to it when making an enquiry to your
Hilti representative or service department.
General
warning
Obligation signs
Wear eye
protection
Wear
breathing
protection
Symbols
Read the
operating
instructions
before use
Warning:
electricity
Wear a hard
hat
Return waste
material for
recycling.
Warning:
caustic
substances
Wear ear
protection
Volts Direct current
Warning: hot
surface
protective
gloves
Type:
Generation: 01
Serial no.:
Wear
Rated speed
under no load
Saw blade
2
Revolutions
per minute
Revolutions
per minute
Diameter
2. Description
2.1 Use of the product as directed
The power tool is a hand-held, cordless circular saw.
The tool is designed for cutting metals or metal-like materials up to a cutting depth of 57 mm.
Working on materials hazardous to the health (e.g. asbestos) is not permissible.
The power tool is designed for professional use and may be operated, serviced and maintained only by trained,
authorized personnel. This personnel must be informed of any special hazards that may be encountered. The
power tool and its ancillary equipment may present hazards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or
when used not as directed.
The working environment may be as follows: construction site, workshop, renovation, conversion or new
construction.
Modification of the power tool or tampering with its parts is not permissible.
The use of saw blades not in compliance with the given specification (e.g. diameter, thickness) or the use of
cutting and grinding discs or blades made from high-alloy steel (HSS steel) is not permissible.
Do not use the saw to cut wood or wood-like materials, plastics, gypsum board, gypsum fiberboard and
composite materials.
Do not use the battery as a power source for other unspecified appliances.
To avoid the risk of injury, use only genuine Hilti accessories and insert tools.
Observe the information printed in the operating instructions concerning operation, care and maintenance.
2.2 Switch
On / off switch with switch-on interlock
2.3 Grips
Grip and auxiliary grip
2.4 Safety precautions
Blade guard and pivoting guard
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2.5 Lubrication
Grease lubrication
2.6 Protection against overload and overheating
The power tool is equipped with an electronic protection system to prevent overloading and overheating. The
power tool switches itself off automatically in the event of overloading and overheating. After releasing the on
/ off switch, the power tool may not restart immediately when the switch is pressed again (while the power
tool is cooling down).
2.7 Lithium‑ion battery charge status
When a lithium-ion battery is used, the charge status can be indicated by gently pressing one of the battery
release buttons (press until resistance is felt - do not release the battery). The display on the rear of the battery
provides the following information:
LEDs light constantly LEDs blink Charge status C
LED 1,2,3,4
LED 1,2,3
LED 1,2
-
-
-
C ≧ 75 %
50 % ≦ C < 75 %
25 % ≦ C < 50 %
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