Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all 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.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
The term power tool used in the safety warnings refers to both
mains-operated and battery-powered electric tools (with/
without power cable).
General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Work area
safety
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
•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.
•Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Electrical
safety
•Power tool or power adapter 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 outlets will reduce
risk of electric shock.
•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.
•Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
•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.
•When operating a power tool outdoors, use anextension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
•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.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Personal
safety
•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.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as protective mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, hearing protection or tight-fitting protective
clothing used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
•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.
•Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turningthe power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance atall times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
•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.
•If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. The use of a dust
extraction system may reduce dust-related hazards.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Power tool
use and care
•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.
•Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn iton and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the plug from the power source and / or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
•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.
•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 accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
•Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
•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.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Service
•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.
•Recharge only with the charger specified by themanufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
•Do not charge other battery packs. The charger is only
suitable for use with the supplied battery pack and with
the voltages specified in the technical data. Otherwise,
there is a risk of fire and explosion.
•Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected fromthe 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
irritation or burns.
•In case of damage and improper use of the battery,vapours may be emitted. Provide for fresh air and seek
medical help in case of complaints. The vapours can
irritate the respiratory system.
•Do not open the battery. There is danger of a short
circuit.
•Do not short-circuit the battery. There is danger of
explosion.
•Batteries must not be exposed to mechanical impacts.
•Protect electrical parts against moisture. To prevent an
electric shock, never immerse them in water or other
liquids during cleaning or operation. Never hold the
charger under running water. Please observe the
instructions for cleaning and maintenance.
•The charger is only suited for indoor use.
•Keep the charger clean. Contamination entails a risk of
electric shock.
•Do not operate the charger on highly combustible
ground (e.g. paper, textiles etc.) or in an inflammable
environment. The heat generated by the charger during
charging entails a risk of fire.
•Only use the charger for charging the battery. The
charger must not be used as power supply for the power
tool.
General Battery Pack / Charger Safety Warnings
•Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and fire.
•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
Safety warnings for multi-function tools
•Hold the power tool by its insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the insertion tool
may contact hidden wiring. Contacting a live wire might
energize exposed metal parts of the device and lead to an
electric shock.
•Only use the power tool for dry sanding. Water entering
an electrical appliance increases the risk of electric shock.
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Warning
Fire hazard! Avoid overheating of the material to be
sanded and the sander. Before taking work breaks
always empty the dust container.
Unfavourable conditions such as flying sparks when
sanding metal render abrasive dust in the dust bag,
micro filter, paper bag (or in the filter bag or filter of the
vacuum cleaner) prone to self-ignition. The risk is
particularly high when the abrasive dust is mixed with
residues of paint, polyurethane or other chemical
substances and the sanding material is hot after a
longer period of work.
•Keep your hands out of the sawing area. Do not reachunderneath the workpiece. Risk of injury upon contact
with the saw blade.
•Use appropriate detection equipment to track down
concealed supply lines or consult the local utility
companies. Contact with electrical lines may result in fire
and electric shock. Damaging a gas line may lead to an
explosion. Penetrating a water line causes property
damage and may cause an electric shock.
•During operation hold onto the power tool with both
hands and make sure you stand firmly on the ground.
It is safer to handle the power tool with two hands.
•Use the anti-vibration handle supplied with the device.
Losing control of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
•Secure the workpiece. The grip of tensioning devices or a
vice is more secure than holding the workpiece only by
hand.
Wear protective gloves when changing the insertion
tools. The applied tools heat up during longer
operation.
•Do not scrape moistened material (e.g. wallpaper) andnot on moist subsurfaces either. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
•Do not treat the surface to be processed with liquidscontaining solvents. Toxic fumes may be produced
during scraping owing to the heat-up of the materials.
•Exercise particular caution when using scraper andcutter. These tools are especially sharp involving a risk of
injury.
•Ensure sufficient ventilation when processing plastics,
paints, varnishes etc.
•Wait until the device has come to a standstill, before
putting it down.
Intended use
Only use the device PMTS 10-20V:
•For sawing and cutting
– Wood
– Plastic
– Plaster
– Non-ferrous metals
– Fixing elements
(e.g. screws, nails, clamps etc.)
•For processing soft wall tiles
•For sanding and scraping of small, dry areas
whilst adhering to the technical data.
We recommend using the power tool with original Trotec
accessories.
Improper use
Do not use the device PMTS 10-20V for:
•cutting up tiles
•sawing large screws or stainless steel
•processing workpieces requiring a continuous water
supply
Only use the device in weatherproof surroundings.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
•be aware of the dangers that occur when working with
electric devices in damp areas.
•have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Personal protective equipment
Wear hearing protection.
Excessive noise can lead to hearing loss.
Wear eye protection.
With it you protect your eyes from splintering, falling
and flying pieces which could cause injuries.
Wear a protective mask.
It saves you from inhaling harmful dusts generated
when processing workpieces.
Wear protective gloves.
They protect your hands from burns, crushing injuries
and skin abrasions.
Wear tight-fitting protective clothing.
This protects you from the draw-in and entanglement
hazard posed by rotating parts.
Electric shock from insufficient insulation.
Check the device for damages and proper functioning
before each use.
If you notice damages, no longer use the device.
Do not use the device when the device or your hands
are damp or wet!
Warning
Make sure not to hit power, gas or water lines when
working with a power tool.
If necessary, use a pipe detector to check the wall you
want to drill in or slit open.
Warning
Risk of injuries caused by flying parts or bursting tool
heads.
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning of electrical voltage
Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug
from the mains socket and the battery from the device!
Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable
out of the mains socket.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
Warning of explosive substances
Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 45
°C! Do not let the battery come into contact with water
or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There is a
risk of explosion!
Warning of hot surface
The insertion tool might still be hot after the
application. Burn hazard when touching the insertion
tool.
Do not touch the insertion tool bare-handed!
Wear protective gloves!
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Caution
Vibration emissions can cause a health hazard if the
device is used for an extended period of time or if it is
not properly handled and maintained.
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Notice
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Warning of sharp object
Parts of the saw blade are sharp. Risk of injuries if
handled without due care.
Wear protective gloves!
Warning
Toxic dusts!
The harmful / toxic dusts produced during operation
pose of risk to the health of the operator and persons
in the vicinity.
Wear eye protection and a dust mask!
Warning
Do not process materials containing asbestos.
Asbestos is considered carcinogenic.