RB 18 LTX 60
RBE 9-60
en Operating Instructions 5
fr Mode d'emploi 10
www.metabo.com Made in Germany
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RB 18 LTX 60:
RBE 9-60:
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m/s 9,2 8,0 - 14,0
m kg (lbs) 3,3 (7.3) 3,1 (6.8)
Metabowerke GmbH,
Postfach 1229
Metabo-Allee 1
D-72622 Nuertingen
Germany
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Operating Instructions
1. Specified Use
The machine is designed for glazing, tarnishing,
texturing, polishing and smoothing steel pipes
without the use of water.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be
observed.
2. General safety instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your electrical tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
Pass on your electrical tool only together with these
documents.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING – Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference! The term "power tool" in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
2.1 Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2.2 Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching out-
lets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) 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.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use
an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
2.3 Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
2.4 Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
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accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect
the power tool's operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many acci-
dents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
2.5 Battery tool use and care
a) 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.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) 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.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irri-
tation or burns.
2.6 Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
3. Special Safety Instructions
Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping
surfaces because the abrasive belt may
contact its own cord. Damage to a "live" wire may
energise metal parts of the power tool and cause an
electric shock.
Flying sparks are created when sanding metal.
Ensure that no persons are in danger. Due to the
risk of fire, all combustible materials must be
removed from the work area (area affected by flying
sparks).
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Dust from material such as paint containing lead,
some wood species, minerals and metal may be
harmful. Contact with or inhalation of the dust may
cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases
to the operator or bystanders.
Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic,
such as oak and beech dust, especially in
conjunction with additives for wood conditioning
(chromate, wood preservative). Material containing
asbestos must only be treated by specialists.
- Use a dust extraction device where possible.
- The work place must be well ventilated.
- The use of a dust mask of filter class P2 is recommended.
Follow national requirements for the materials you
want to work with.
Materials that generate dusts or vapours that may
be harmful to health must not be processed.
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause
hearing loss.
Wear protective gloves.
WARNING – Always wear protective
goggles.
Secure the workpiece against slipping, e.g. with the
help of clamping devices.
Always guide the machine with both hands on the
machine housing and on the handles provided.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
Check that the additional handles (8) are secure,
and tighten them with screws if necessary.
Never place your hand near rotating parts of the
device or near the rotating sanding belt.
Remove sanding dust and similar material only
when the machine is not in operation.
The rated speed of the sanding belt must be at least
equal to the belt speed in idling marked on the
power tool. A sanding belt running faster than its
rated speed can break and fly apart.
Check prior to each use that the sanding belt is
correctly attached and is completely on the rollers.
Carry out a trial run: Allow the machine to run at
idling speed for 30 seconds in a safe location. Stop
immediately if significant vibrations occur or if other
defects are noted. If such a situation occurs, check
the machine to determine the cause.
3.1 Special safety instructions for mains
powered machines:
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments, conversions or servicing are
performed.
Before connecting the mains plug, make sure that
the machine is switched off.
During machining, of metals in
deposits inside the machine. This can lead to the
transfer of electrical energy onto the machine
housing. This can mean a temporary danger of
electric shocks. This is why it is necessary when the
machine is running to blow compressed air through
the rear ventilation slots of the machine regularly,
particular, conductive dust can form
frequently and thoroughly. Here, the machine must
be held firmly.
We recommend using a stationary extractor system
and connecting a residual current circuit-breaker
(FI) upstream. When the machine is shut down via
the FI circuit-breaker, it must be checked and
cleaned. For information on cleaning the motor, see
chapter 7. Cleaning.
3.2 Special safety instructions for cordless
machines:
Remove the battery pack from the machine before
any adjustments, conversions or servicing are
performed.
Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the
machine is switched off.
Protect battery packs from water and moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to naked flame!
Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs!
Do not open battery packs!
Do not touch or short-circuit battery packs!
Slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak from
defective li-ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into
contact with your skin, rinse immediately
with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out
and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them
with clean water and seek medical attention immediately.
SYMBOLS ON THE TOOL:
.......Class II Construction
V ..........volts
A ..........amperes
Hz ........hertz
~..........alternating current
........direct current
n
.........no load speed
0
../min ...revolutions per minute
rpm ......revolutions per minute
B
.........sanding belt length
L
4. Overview
See Page 2 and 3.
1 Battery pack (RB 18 LTX 60)
2 Capacity indicator button (RB 18 LTX 60)
3 Capacity and signal indicator (RB 18 LTX 60)
4 Button to unlock battery pack (RB 18 LTX 60)
5 Electronic signal indicator (RB 18 LTX 60)
6 Dust filter (RB 18 LTX 60)
7Sliding
8 Additional handles
9Sanding belt
10 Sanding head
11 Arrow (direction of sanding belt motion)*
12 Adjuster screw (for setting the tension force)
13 Release lever
on/off switch
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Adjusting wheel for
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15 Sanding belt roller
16 Pressure spring
17 Screw (see chapter 5.4 and 5.5)
setting belt speed (RBE 9-
5. Initial Operation
5.1 For mains powered machines only
Mains connection
Before plugging in the device, check that the
rated mains voltage and mains frequency, as
specified on the rating label, match your power
supply.
Setting belt speed
The belt speed can be preset via the setting wheel
(14) and is infinitely variable.
Positions 1-6 correspond approximately to the
following belt speeds
1 .................8.0 m/s 4.............. 12.0 m/s
2 .................9.5 m/s 5.............. 13.0 m/s
3 ...............11.0 m/s 6.............. 14.0 m/s
Sanding belts and recommended adjusting wheel
settings:
Ceramic grain, standard corundum and zirconium
corundum belts................................. Position 2 - 4
Metabo pyramid belt ......................... Position 3 - 5
Fleece belt........................................ Position 4 - 6
Felt belt (polishing) ........................... Position 4 - 6
5.2 For cordless machines only
Dust filter
Always fit the dust filter if the surroundings are
heavily polluted (6).
The machine heats up faster when the dust
filter is fitted (6). It is protected by the electronics system from overheating (see chapter8.).
Attaching:
Attach dust filter (6) as shown.
To remove:
edges, raise it slightly and then pull it downwards
and remove.
Rotating battery pack
See illustration B on page 2.
The rear section of the machine can be rotated 270°
in three stages, thus allowing the machine's shape
to be adapted to the working conditions. Only
operate the machine when it is in an engaged position.
Battery pack
Charge the battery pack before use (1).
If performance diminishes, recharge the battery
pack.
The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and
30°C.
"Li-Power" li-ion battery packs have a capacity and
signal indicator: (3)
- Press the button (2), the LEDs indicate the charge
See page 2, illustration A.
Holding the dust filter (6) by the upper
level.
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- If one LED is flashing, the battery pack is almost
flat and must be recharged.
Removing and inserting the battery pack
To remove:
(4) and pull the battery pack (1) downwards
To fit:
5.3 Turning the sanding head (10) to operat-
- Open the release lever (13).
- Turn the sanding head (10) to the required operating position.
- Close the release lever (13), applying force until it
hits the limit stop.
the limit stop when force is applied (13) and when
the sanding head (10) is securely attached to the
device.
- If necessary, you can adjust the tension force of
the tension lock by twisting the adjus ter screw (12)
(when the release lever is open (13)).
5.4 Adjusting to the tube diameter
a) Choose the adjustable range (coarse setting)
See illustration D on page 3.
The screw (17) can be inserted in 2 different screw
threads. This provides 2 different adjustable ranges
for the sanding belt roller (15).
Note: When extracting screw (17), be careful not to
lose the inner pressure spring (16).
b) Adjust the sanding belt roller (fine setting)
See illustration E on page 3.
- Slacken the screw (17) sufficiently, but do not
remove it entirely.
- Tilt the sanding belt roller (15) in the direction of
the arrow and adjust.
- Tighten the screw (17) again.
- Adjust the belt run (see chapter 5.5).
5.5 Adjusting the belt run
See page 3, illustration F.
on the sanding belt roller.
Press the battery pack release button
Slide in the battery pack (1) until it engages.
ing position
The tension force has been set correctly when
the release lever can only be moved as far as
Using screw (17), adjust the sanding belt (with
the machine running) so that it runs centrally
6. Use
6.1 On/Off switch, continuous activation
Always guide the machine with both hands.
Switch the machine on first before mounting it
on the workpiece.
The machine must not be allowed to draw in
additional dust and shavings. When switching
the machine on and off, keep it away from dust
deposits.
After switching off the machine, only place it
down when the motor has come to a standstill.
In continuous operation, the machine
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continues running if it is forced out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine using
the handles provided, stand in a safe position and
concentrate.
Switching on/
.
Switching off: Press the rear end of the slide
6.2 Sanding procedure
Switch the machine on first before mounting it on
the workpiece.
Place the machine on the material such that the
sanding belt is parallel to the surface of the workpiece.
When working, please ensure that the machine is
operated at right angles to the pipe so that the belt
does not fall off the rollers.
To adjust the angle of contact, hold together the
additional handles (8).
You can adjust the cutting output by changing the
degree of pressure.
Keep the machine in constant motion because
otherwise recesses could be produced in the material.
Continuous activation
switch (7) forward. For continuous activation, now tilt downwards until it engages.
switch (7) and release.
: Push sliding
7. Cleaning, Maintenance
7.1 Motor cleaning
To clean the motor, apply jets of compressed air
through the rear ventilation slots of the machine
regularly, frequently and thoroughly. Here, the
machine must be held firmly.
7.2 Sanding belt replacement
- Hold the additional handles (8) together and
remove the sanding belt (9).
- Place the new sanding belt on the rollers so that
the arrow on the inside of the sanding belt is
aligned with the arrow (11) on the housing.
- Release the additional handles (8).
- Ensure that the sanding belt is completely on the
rollers.
- Adjust the belt run (see chapter 5.5).
8. Troubleshooting
8.1 Mains powered machines
- Overload protection: There is a MAJOR
reduction in load speed. The motor temperature
is too high! Allow the machine to run at idle speed
until it has cooled down.
- Overload protection: There is a SLIGHT
reduction in load speed. The machine is overloaded. Reduce the load before continuing to
work.
- Metabo S-automatic safety shutdown: The
machine was SWITCHED OFF automatically. If
the rate of current increase is too high (if the
machine seizes suddenly), the machine switches
off. Switch off the machine at the slide switch (7).
Switch it on again and continue to work as normal.
Try to prevent the machine from seizing.
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