Hilti TE 4-18A 18V Rotary Hammer Drill

1. Sarrera

This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Hilti TE 4-18A 18V Rotary Hammer Drill. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the tool to ensure proper handling and to prevent injury or damage. The Hilti TE 4-18A is a high-performance cordless rotary hammer designed for drilling a wide range of hole sizes in concrete and masonry, offering corded performance in a compact, lightweight cordless tool.

Figure 1: Hilti TE 4-A18 Rotary Hammer Drill packaging box, showing the tool and branding.

2. Segurtasun-argibideak

Always observe general power tool safety warnings and local safety regulations. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

• Lan eremuko segurtasuna: Mantendu zure lan-eremua garbi eta ondo argiztatuta. Ez erabili tresna elektrikoak leherketa-atmosferan, hala nola likido, gas edo hauts sukoien aurrean.
• Segurtasun elektrikoa: Saihestu gorputza lurrera konektatutako edo lurrera konektatutako gainazalekin kontaktuan jartzea. Ez jarri tresna elektrikoak euripean edo hezetasunean.
• Segurtasun pertsonala: Always wear eye protection, hearing protection, and a dust mask when operating the tool. Use appropriate personal protective equipment for the task. Dress properly; avoid loose clothing or jewelry.
• Tresnaren erabilera eta zaintza: Ez behartu tresna elektrikoa. Erabili zure aplikaziorako tresna elektriko egokia. Deskonektatu bateria-paketea tresna elektrikotik doikuntzak egin, osagarriak aldatu edo tresna elektrikoak gorde aurretik.
• Bateria tresnaren erabilera eta zaintza: Kargatu berriro fabrikatzaileak zehaztutako kargagailuarekin soilik. Erabili tresna elektrikoak berariaz izendatutako bateria-paketeekin soilik.
• Zerbitzua: Erreminta elektrikoa konponketa-pertsona kualifikatu batek erreparatu, ordezko pieza berdinak soilik erabiliz.

3. Produktua amaitu daview eta Osagaiak

The Hilti TE 4-18A Rotary Hammer Drill is supplied as a performance package, including the following components:

• Hilti TE 4-18A Rotary Hammer Drill body
• Two (2) Hilti 18V 2.6-Ah CPC Lithium-Ion Batteries
• One (1) Hilti Battery Charger
• Three (3) Hilti SDS Drill Bits (sizes: 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2")
• Hilti Kit Box for storage and transport
• Alboko heldulekua
• Sakonera-neurgailua

4. Konfigurazioa

4.1 Bateria kargatzea

1. Connect the Hilti battery charger to a suitable power outlet.
2. Insert the 18V Lithium-Ion battery into the charger. Ensure it clicks securely into place.
3. The charger's indicator light will show the charging status. Refer to the charger's specific manual for detailed light indications.
4. Guztiz kargatuta dagoenean, kendu bateria kargagailutik.

4.2 Bateria sartzea eta kentzea

• Txertatzeko: Align the battery with the receptacle on the tool handle and slide it in until it clicks securely.
• Kentzeko: Press the battery release buttons on both sides of the battery pack and slide the battery out of the tool.

4.3 Attaching and Removing Drill Bits

The TE 4-18A uses SDS-plus drill bits.

• Eransteko: Clean the shank of the drill bit. Pull back the chuck sleeve, insert the drill bit into the chuck, and release the sleeve. Pull on the bit to ensure it is locked. A slight axial play is normal for SDS-plus systems.
• Kentzeko: Pull back the chuck sleeve completely and pull the drill bit out.

4.4 Adjusting the Side Handle and Depth Gauge

• Askatu alboko heldulekua erlojuaren orratzen kontrako noranzkoan biratuz.
• Egokitu heldulekua posizio eroso eta seguru batera.
• Insert the depth gauge into the hole on the side handle.
• Set the desired drilling depth by sliding the gauge.
• Tighten the side handle by rotating it clockwise to secure both the handle and the depth gauge.

5. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

5.1 Funtzionamendu modua hautatzea

The TE 4-18A features a mode selector switch. Rotate the switch to select the desired operating mode:

• Drilling Mode (Rotary Only): Egurra, metala eta plastikoak zulatzeko.
• Hammer Drilling Mode (Rotary with Hammer Action): For drilling in concrete, masonry, and natural stone.

5.2 Tresna abiaraztea eta gelditzea

• Hasteko: Press the ON/OFF trigger switch. The tool speed is variable depending on the pressure applied to the trigger.
• Gelditu: Askatu ON/OFF etengailua.
• Biraketa-noranzkoa: Use the forward/reverse switch located above the trigger to select drilling direction. Ensure the switch is in the desired position before starting.

5.3 Zulatzeko teknikak

• Always hold the tool firmly with both hands using the main handle and the side handle.
• Egin presio etengabe eta uniformea. Ez behartu tresna; utzi mailuaren ekintzak lana egiten.
• For hammer drilling, ensure the drill bit is sharp and suitable for the material.
• When drilling overhead or horizontally, the tool's light and compact design makes it ideal for reduced fatigue.
• The overall drilling range for concrete and masonry is 3/16" to 9/16".

6. Mantentzea

6.1 Garbiketa

• Regularly clean the tool housing with a slightly damp oihal. Ez erabili disolbatzaile edo garbitzaile urratzailerik.
• Keep the ventilation slots clear to prevent overheating.
• Clean the chuck regularly to ensure smooth operation and proper bit retention.

6.2 Bateria zaintzea

• Gorde bateriak leku fresko eta lehor batean, eguzki-argitik eta muturreko tenperaturatik urrun.
• Ez jarri bateriak uraren edo hezetasunaren eraginpean.
• Saihestu bateriak guztiz deskargatzea berriro kargatu aurretik, haien iraupena luzatzeko.

6.3 Inspection and Storage

• Before each use, inspect the tool for any signs of damage, loose screws, or worn parts. Do not use a damaged tool.
• Store the tool and accessories in the Hilti kit box in a secure, dry place, out of reach of children.

7. Arazoak

If you encounter issues with your Hilti TE 4-18A, refer to the following common problems and solutions:

For issues not listed here or if solutions do not resolve the problem, please contact Hilti customer support.

8. Zehaztapenak

9. Bermea eta Laguntza

Hilti products are manufactured to the highest quality standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, service, or technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Hilti webgunea. Gorde erosketa-agiria erosketaren frogagiri gisa, berme-erreklamazioetarako.