BS18 LT 5.2 - Drill METABO - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Cordless drill/driver
Brand	Metabo
Model	BS18 LT 5.2
Rated voltage	18 V
Battery type	Li-Ion
Battery capacity	5.2 Ah
No-load speed (1st gear)	0-550 rpm
No-load speed (2nd gear)	0-1800 rpm
Max torque	55 Nm
Drilling capacity steel	10 mm
Drilling capacity wood	25 mm
Chuck	Keyless 13 mm
Weight (with battery)	1.5 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H)	200 x 200 x 60 mm
Power supply	18 V battery
Main functions	Drilling, screwdriving
Safety	Motor brake, overload protection
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry cloth, do not use corrosive products
Spare parts	Batteries, charger, chuck
General information	Supplied in a case with charger and battery

Frequently Asked Questions - BS18 LT 5.2 METABO

How to change the drill bit?

Open the chuck by turning the ring counterclockwise. Insert the drill bit, then tighten the chuck by hand until it is securely held. For a tighter grip, use the chuck key if provided.

How to remove the battery?

Press both side buttons on the battery simultaneously and pull it back to disengage from the drill.

How to adjust the screwdriving torque?

Turn the torque adjustment ring located behind the chuck. The numbers indicate the torque level, from lowest (1) to highest (max). Use a low setting for small screws and a high setting for large screws.

How to use drilling mode?

Turn the torque adjustment ring to the drill symbol (drilling). The drill will then operate at maximum torque, suitable for drilling.

How to charge the battery?

Use the appropriate Metabo charger (e.g., ASC 55 charger). Insert the battery into the charger until it clicks. The LED indicator shows the charge status (red: charging, green: charged).

What type of battery is compatible?

All Metabo Li-Ion batteries from the 18 V series are compatible, including models with capacities from 2.0 Ah to 5.2 Ah.

What is the weight of the drill?

The weight of the drill with the 5.2 Ah battery is approximately 1.5 kg.

How to maintain the drill?

Clean the drill regularly with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents. Keep the ventilation slots clean and free of dust.

What to do if the drill does not start?

First check that the battery is charged and correctly inserted. If the problem persists, check that the brushes are not worn. If the drill still does not work, contact Metabo customer service.

Where to find spare parts?

Spare parts (batteries, charger, chuck, brushes) are available on the official Metabo website or from authorized dealers.

USER MANUAL BS18 LT 5.2 METABO

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Three Metabo LT electric drillers with arrows indicating motion, no text or symbols present

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    A["1: Attack"] --> B["2: Collision"]
    B --> C["3: Land"]

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1... = Nm ... Nm

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    A["H"] --> B["BS...Quick"]
    B --> C["1."]
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    D --> E["3."]
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			BS 14.4 LT	BS 18 LT	BS 14.4 LT Quick	BS 18 LT Quick	SB 18 LT
U	V		14,4	18 14,4 18 18
n_0	/min, rpm	1	0 - 400 0 -	450 0 - 400 0 -	450 0 - 450
		2	0 - 1450 0 -	1600 0 - 1450 0	- 1600 0 - 1600
M_1	in-lbs (Nm)		239 (27) 301	(34) 239 (27) 301	(34) 301 (34)
3	in-lbs (Nm)		442.5 (50) 531	(60) 442.5 (50)	531 (60) 531 (60)
4	in-lbs (Nm)
D_1 max	in (mm)		^1/_2 (13)	^1/_2 (13)	^1/_2 (13)	^1/_2 (13)	^1/_2 (13)
2 max	in (mm)		35 ( 1^3/_8 )	3 ^1/_2 835	(1 ( ^3/_8 )1	3 ^1/_2 838	(1 ( ^1/_2 )1
		2	-	-	-	-	^1/_2 (13)
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	Ibs (kg)
G	UNF(in)		1/2“ - 20 UNF	1/2“ - 20 UNF	1/2“ - 20 UNF	1/2“ - 20 UNF	1/2“ - 20 UNF
			^1/_2 (13)	13 ( ^1/_2 )	13 ( ^1/_2 )	13 ( ^1/_2 )	13 ( ^1/_2 )

Operating Instructions

1. Specified Use

The drills and impact drills are suitable for drilling in metal, wood, plastic and similar materials, and also for screwdriving and thread tapping.

The impact drills are also suited for drilling in masonry, brickwork and stone.

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 instructions may result in electric shock, fire 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 outlets 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.
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.

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c) 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.

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 accidents 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 irritation 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

Wear ear protectors with impact drills (machines with the designation SB). Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

Use auxiliary handle, if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where

the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

Ensure that the spot where you wish to work is free of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g. by using a metal detector).

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.

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.

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.

Secure the workpiece against slipping, e.g. with the help of clamping devices.

LED lights (11): Do not observe the LED radiation directly with optical instruments.

SYMBOLS

V ......volts

- - - - . . . . . . . direct current

n_0 ____ rated speed

../min .....revolutions per minute

rpm ......revolutions per minute

4. Figures

Illustrations are provided at the beginning of the operating instructions.

Symbol explanation:

Movement direction

Slow

Fast

First gear

Second gear

Screws

Drill bit

Without torque limitation

Impact drilling

Nm

Torque

5. Overview

Fig. A

1 Keyless chuck
2 Sleeve (torque, drilling, impact drilling)*
3 Switch (1st/2nd gear)
4 Rotation selector switch (rotation setting, transport lock) - both sides of the machine
5 Bit depot *
6 Belthook *
7 Battery pack release button
8 Capacity indicator button
9 Capacity and signal indicator
10 Battery pack
11 LED lights
12 Trigger switch *equipment-specific

6. Use

6.1 Battery pack, capacity and signal display → Fig. B

Charge the battery pack before use.

If performance diminishes, recharge the battery pack.

The ideal storage temperature is between 10^ C and 30^ C.

6.2 Removing, replacing battery pack → Fig. C

6.3 Setting direction of rotation, transporting safety device (switch-on lock) → Fig. D

6.4 Selecting gear stage Fig. E

Do not set the switch (3) unless the motor has stopped completely!

6.5 Setting torque limitation, drilling, impact drilling Fig. F

6.6 Switching on/off, setting speed → Fig. A

Switching on, speed: press the trigger (12). The speed can be changed by pressing in the trigger.

Switching off: release the trigger (12). Note: The noise that the machine makes when it switches off is due to the design (quick stop) and has no influence on the function or the service life of the machine.

6.7 Keyless chuck Fig. G

With a soft tool shank, retightening may be required after a short period of operation.

Notes on machines with the designation SB... :

1. The ratchet sound which can possibly be heard after opening the drill chuck is functional and is switched off by a reverse rotation of the sleeve.
2. Clamping tool:
   Turn sleeve in direction "GRIP, ZU" until the noticeable mechanical resistance has been overcome.
   Caution! The chuck is not yet fully tightened! Keep turning the sleeve (it must "click" when turning)) until it cannot be turned any further - only now is the tool safely clamped.

Cleaning: From time to time, hold the machine vertically with the keyless chuck facing downwards and turn the sleeve fully in direction "GRIP, ZU" and then turn fully in direction "AUF, RELEASE". The dust collected falls from the keyless chuck.

6.8 Unscrewing chuck Fig. H

Employ the same procedure when attaching the chuck, except in reverse order.

6.9 Chuck with quick bit change system (for BS 14.4 LT Quick, BS 18 LT Quick) Fig. I

To remove: Push the interlock ring forward (a), advance and pull off the chuck (b).

To mount: Push the interlock ring forward and move the chuck as far as the limit stop on the drill spindle.

6.10 Attaching the belt hook (depending on machine features)/bit depot (depending on machine features) Fig. J

Attach the belt hook to the left (6), as shown.

Attach the bit depot to the right (5), as shown.

7. Troubleshooting

7.1 The machine's multifunctional monitoring system

If the machine switches off automatically, the machine electronics have activated automatic protection mode. A warning signal sounds (continuous beeping). The beeping stops after a maximum of 30 seconds or when the trigger (12) is released

In spite of this protective function, overloading is still possible with certain applications and can result in damage to the machine.

Causes and remedies:

1. Battery pack almost empty Fig. A, B (The electronics protect the battery pack against damage through total discharge).

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If one LED is flashing (9), the battery pack is almost flat. If necessary, press the (8) button and check the LEDs (9) to see the charge level. If the battery pack is almost flat, it must be recharged.

1. Long continuous overloading of the machine will activate the temperature cut-out.

Leave the machine or battery pack to cool.

Note: If the battery pack feels very warm, the pack will cool more quickly in an "AIR COOLED" charger.

Note: The machine will cool more quickly if you operate it at idling speed.

1. Metabo safety shutdown: The machine was SWITCHED OFF automatically. If the slew rate of the current is too high (for example, if the machine suddenly seizes or kickback occurs), the machine switches off. Switch off the machine at the trigger (12). Switch it on again and continue to work as normal. Try to prevent the machine from seizing.

Switch off the machine at the trigger (12). Then continue working as normal. Try to prevent the machine from seizing.

8. Accessories

Use only genuine Metabo accessories.

Use only accessories that fulfil the requirements and specifications listed in these operating instructions.

Fitting the angle drilling attachment→ Fig. K.

For a complete range of accessories, see www.metabo.com or the main catalogue.

9. Repairs

Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by qualified electricians ONLY!

If you have Metabo electrical tools that require repairs, please contact your Metabo service centre. For addresses see www.metabo.com.

You can download spare parts lists from www.metabo.com.

10. Environmental Protection

Do not allow battery packs to come into contact with water!

To protect the environment, do not dispose of power tools or battery packs in household waste. Observe national regulations on rated collection and recycling of disused nes, packaging and accessories.

Before disposal, discharge the battery pack in the power tool. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting them with adhesive tape).

11. Technical specifications

→ Fig. L. We reserve the right to make technical improvements.

U = Voltage of battery pack

$$ n _ {0} \quad = \text { No - load speed } $$

Tightening torque for screwing:

M_1 = Soft screwing application (wood)

M_3 = Hard screwing application (metal)

M_4 = Adjustable torque

Max. drill diameter:

D_1 = in s t e e l

D_2 = in softwood

D_3 = n c o n c r e t e

s = M a x . i

m = Weight (with smallest battery pack)

G = S p i n d l

D_max = Chuck clamping range

Wear ear protectors!

Mode d'emploi

1. Utilisation conforme aux prescriptions

metabo® work. don't play.

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