Operating Instruction TE 2, TE 2-S, TE 2-M (02)

English 7
8 Troubleshooting
If the trouble you are experiencing is not listed in this table or you are unable to remedy the problem by
yourself, please contact Hilti Service.
8.1 Troubleshooting
Trouble or fault Possible cause Action to be taken
The power tool doesn’t start. Interruption in the electric supply. ▶ Plug in another electric tool or
appliance and check whether it
works.
No hammering action. The power tool is too cold. ▶ Bring the tip of the drill bit
into contact with the working
surface, switch the rotary
hammer on and allow it to
run. If necessary, repeat the
procedure until the hammering
mechanism begins to operate.
The function selector switch is set
to “Rotary drilling only” .
▶ Set the function selector switch
to the “Hammer drilling” position
.
The rotary hammer doesn’t
achieve full power.
The control switch is not fully
pressed.
▶ Press the control switch as far
as it will go.
TE 2-S
Function selector switch set to
“Light hammering action” .
▶ Set the function selector switch
to the “Hammer drilling” position
.
The gauge (cross section) of the
extension cord conductors is inad-
equate.
▶ Use an extension cord with
an adequate conductor cross
section.
The drill bit cannot be re-
leased.
The chuck is not pulled back fully. ▶ Pull the chuck back as far as it
will go and remove the tool.
The drill bit makes no
progress.
The power tool has been set to
reverse rotation.
▶ Set the power tool to forward
rotation.
9 Disposal
Most of the materials from which Hilti tools and appliances are manufactured can be recycled. The
materials must be correctly separated before they can be recycled. In many countries, your old tools,
machines or appliances can be returned to Hilti for recycling. Ask Hilti Service or your Hilti representative
for further information.
▶ Disposal of electric tools or appliances together with household waste is not permissible.
10 Manufacturer’s warranty
▶ Please contact your local Hilti representative if you have questions about the warranty conditions.
Printed: 04.10.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5261120 / 000 / 01