Metabo Basic 160-6 W OF, Original Instructions Manual

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safety devices, protective devices or lightly 

damaged parts must be carefully inspected for 

correct and proper operation. A damaged 

device must only be reused after it has been 

correctly repaired.

– Check to see that all moving parts work properly 

and do not jam. All parts must be correctly 

installed and fulfil all conditions necessary to 

ensure perfect operation of the unit. 

– Damaged protection devices or parts must be 

repaired or replaced by a qualified specialist. 

4.5 Additional Safety Instructions

– Please also observe the special safety 

instructions in the respective chapters. 

– Observe any particular health and safety or 

accident prevention regulations governing the 

use of compressors and compressed air tools. 

– Observe the legal provisions for the operation of 

systems requiring monitoring.

– Keep in mind that escaping condensate and 

other consumables contaminate the 

surrounding area and may trigger damage to the 

environment during operation and storage of the 

tool.

– Consider environmental conditions:

4.6 Symbols on the machine 

(depends 

on model)

Read the operating instructions. 

Wear eye goggles

Wear ear protectors.

Warning of automatic startup. 

Danger - electrical voltage. 

Guaranteed sound power level. 

4.7 Safety devices

Safety valve 

The spring-loaded valve (3) reacts if the permitted 

maximum pressure is exceeded. 

See page 2.

1 pressure vessel

2 condensate  outlet

3 safety valve

4 connection for compressed air (quick 

coupling), regulated compressed air

5 manometer control pressure

6 pressure  regulator

7 manometer boiler pressure

8 ON/OFF  Switch

9 transport handle

* depends on model / equipment

6.1 Check condensate outlet

Ensure that the condensate outlet (2) is closed.

6.2 Installation 

The positioning site of the device has to meet the 

following requirements:
– Dry, protected from frost
– Stable,  horizontal and even surface

Danger! 

Wrong positioning might cause serious accidents.
– Secure the device against rolling away, tilting 

and slipping.

– Safety installations and operating elements 

have to be easily accessible at any time.

6.3 Transport

– Do not pull the device from the hose or mains 

cable. Transport the device at the transport 

handle (9).

7.1 Power-supply connection

Danger! High voltage.

Operate the device in dry surroundings only. 
Operate the device only at a power source 

meeting the following requirements: Wall sockets 

installed according to regulations, earthed and 

tested; fuse protection according to the technical 

data. 
Position power supply cable so it does not 

interfere with the work and is not damaged.
Check every time if the device is switched off, 

prior to plugging the mains plug into the socket 

outlet. 
Protect power supply cable from heat, aggressive 

liquids and sharp edges.
Use only extension cables with sufficient core 

cross-section (see chapter 12. Technical Data).
Use extension cables for outdoor areas. When 

working outdoors, only use the correspondingly 

marked extension cable approved for this 

purpose.
Do not switch off the compressor by pulling the 

mains plug, but use the ON/OFF switch. 
Always install an RCD with a maximum trip 

current of 30 mA upstream.

7.2 Generate compressed air

1. Switch on the device using the ON/OFF switch 

(8)  and wait, until the maximum boiler 

pressure has been reached (compressor 

switches off). The boiler pressure is shown at 

the boiler pressure manometer (7) .

Set the control pressure at the pressure reducer 

(6) . The current control pressure is shown at the 

control pressure manometer (5) .

Attention!

The set control pressure must not exceed the 

maximum operating pressure of the connected 

compressed air tools!
2. Connect the compressed air hose at the 

compressed air inlet (4) .

3. Connect the compressed air tool. Now you 

can work with the compressed air tool.

4. Switch off the tool if you don't want to continue 

working immediately. Afterwards pull the 

mains plug.

5. Drain the condensed water of the pressure 

vessel at the condensate outlet (2) on a daily 

basis. 

Danger!

Prior to all servicing: 

Switch machine off. Disconnect the mains plug. 

Wait until the device has stopped. Ensure that 

there is no more pressure on the device and all 

used compressed air tools and accessories.
Leave the device and all used compressed air 

tools and accessories to cool down. 

After to all servicing: 

Put back into operation and check all safety 

installations. Ensure that there are no tools or 

similar at or in the device.
Repair and maintenance work other than 

described in this section should only be carried 

out by qualified specialists.

8.1 Important information

Maintenance and test have to be planned and 

carried out in accordance with the legal 

provisions in line with the setup and mode of 

operation of the device.
Regulatory authorities may ask to view respective 

documentation.

8.2 Regular maintenance 

Prior to every start

– Check compressed air hoses for damage and 

replace, if necessary. 

– Check that all screw fittings are seated securely, 

and tighten if necessary. 

– Check connection cables for damage, and, if 

necessary, have it replaced by a qualified 

electrician.

Daily

– Drain the condensed water of the pressure 

vessel at the condensate outlet (2).

8.3 Storage of device 

1. Switch off the device and pull mains plug.
2. Depressurise the pressure vessel and all 

connected compressed air tools.

3. Drain the condensed water of the pressure 

vessel at the condensate outlet (2). 

4. Store the device in such a way that 

unauthorised persons cannot start it. 

Attention!

Do not store the tool outdoors or in damp 

conditions without protection.

Danger of frost

Attention!

Frost (< 5 °C) destroys the pump and accessories 

as both always contain water! If there is a danger 

of frost disassemble pump and accessories and 

store in frost-free conditions. 

Danger! 

Repair of tools must be carried out by qualified 

electricians only! 
If you have Metabo devices that require repairs, 

please contact your Metabo service centre. See 

www.metabo.com for addresses.
You can download a list of spare parts from 

www.metabo.com.

Danger! 

The condensed water from the pressure vessel 

contains oil residue and /or contaminations 

hazardous to the environment. Dispose of the 

condensed water in an environmentally-friendly 

manner using respective collection sites!
Observe national regulations on environmentally 

compatible disposal and on the recycling of 

disused machines, packaging and accessories.

Only for EU countries: Never dispose of 

devices in your household waste! In 

accordance with European Guideline 2012/

19/EU on used electronic and electric equipment 

and its implementation in national legal systems, 

used devices must be collected separately and 

returned for environmentally compatible 

recycling.

Danger!

Prior to all servicing:

Switch machine off. Disconnect the mains plug. 

Wait until the device has stopped. Ensure that 

there is no more pressure on the device and all 

5. Overview

6. Commissioning

7. Operation

8. Care And Maintenance 

9. Repairs

10. Environmental Protection 

11. Troubleshooting