Milwaukee M18 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 3

Specifi cations
Tool
Cat. No. Volts FPM Recommended Blades
2629-20 * 18 DC 480 35-3/8" X 1/2" X .020 Bi-Metal
* Use only Milwaukee M18 Battery Packs Cat. No. 48-11-1828
WARNING
Recharge only with the
charger specifi ed for the battery. For specifi c
charging instructions, read the operator's
manual supplied with your charger and
battery. This tool is not compatible with V™-
technology or NiCd systems.
Inserting/Removing Battery Pack
Insert the battery pack, slide the pack onto the
body of the tool. Make sure it latches securely
into place.
To remove the battery pack, push in the release but-
tons and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always lock trigger or
remove battery pack before changing or re-
moving accessories. Only use accessories
specifi cally recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Blades and Blade Selection
The blade dimensions required for this band saw
is: .020" thickness, 1/2" width and 35-3/8" in length.
The special .020" thickness reduces fl exure fatigue
and provides maximum tooth life. To maximize cut-
ting life, use a blade with the correct pitch (teeth
per inch) for the specifi c cutting job.
Fig. 1
• For tough stock 3/16" up to
10 Teeth per Inch
3-1/4" in diameter or width.
• For tough stock 5/32" to 3/4" in
14 Teeth per Inch
diameter or width.
• For thin-wall tubing and thin
18 Teeth per Inch
sheets heavier than 21 gauge.
• For thin-wall tubing and thin
24 Teeth per Inch
sheets heavier than 21 gauge.
Blades are available in several pitches. To select the
proper blade, three factors should be considered:
The size, shape, and type of material to be cut.
The following suggestions are for selecting the
right blade for various cutting operations. Keep in
mind that these are broad guidelines and that blade
requirements may vary depending upon the specifi c
size, shape and type of material to be cut. Gener-
Capacities
Round Stock Rectangular Stock
3-1/4" 3-1/4" x 3-1/4"
ASSEMBLY
ally, soft materials require coarse pitch blades and
hard materials require fi ne pitch blades. Use coarse
pitch blades for thick work and fi ne pitch blades for
thin work. It is important to keep at least three teeth
in the cut (see "Typical Application").
Adjusting the 2-Position Material Guide
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. To raise the guide to the upper position, press up
fi rmly to disengage the bottom position detent.
Slide the guide to the upper position.
3. To lower the guide, pull down fi rmly to engage
the bottom-position detent.
WARNING
Do not touch blade imme-
diately after use. Blade will be hot.
Changing Blades
1. REMOVE BATTERY PACK BEFORE CHANG-
ING OR REMOVING BLADES.
2. Raise the material guide to the upper position.
3. Turn the tension lock handle located on the front
of the saw 180° counterclockwise.
4. To remove the blade:
a. Pull the blade out of the guides.
b. Then, press the Blade Release Button to lift
the blade above the blade guard and remove
completely.
5. To install a blade:
a. Fit the blade around the pulleys.
NOTE: Be sure the teeth face out.
b. Firmly press the blade between the guides.
6. Turn the tension lock handle 180° clockwise to
secure the blade on the pulleys.
7. Adjust the material guide to the desired position.
8. Be sure that the blade lies freely within the guard
channel before starting the tool motor.
BE SURE THAT THE BLADE IS PROPERLY
SEATED ON THE PULLEYS BEFORE START-
ING THE CUT.
LED Worklight
The LED worklight is turned on automatically when
the trigger is pulled. To turn on the LED to line-up
a cut or light-up the workpiece, press the LED On
Button. The LED will go off automatically after
about 30 seconds.
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WARNING
Always remove battery
pack before changing or removing acces-
sories. Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others may be
hazardous.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
wear safety goggles or glasses with side
shields. Keep hands away from the blade and
all moving parts.
Trigger Lock
To lock the trigger, push the Trigger Lock to the
right. The trigger will not work while the switch
is in the locked position. Always lock the trigger
and remove the battery pack before performing
maintenance and when changing accessories.
Lock the trigger when storing the tool and when
the tool is not in use.
Starting and Stopping
1. To start the tool, grasp the handles fi rmly and
pull the trigger.
NOTE: The LED is turned on when the trigger
is pulled.
2. To stop the tool, release the trigger. Allow the
tool to come to a complete stop before remov-
ing the blade from a partial cut or laying the tool
down.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the charger and remove the bat-
tery pack from the charger or tool before per-
forming any maintenance. Never disassemble
the tool, battery pack or charger. Contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
After six months to one year, depending on use,
return the tool, battery pack and charger to A
MILWAUKEE service facility for:
• Lubrication
• Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears,
spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)
• Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger,
motor)
OPERATION
Typical Application
1. Keep the blade off the workpiece until the motor
has reached full speed.
2. Start cutting on a surface where the greatest
number of teeth will be in contact with the work-
piece at one time (Fig 2).
Fig. 2
Correct Incorrect
3. Place the material guide against the workpiece
and lower the moving saw blade into the cut.
4. Do not bear down while cutting. The weight of
the tool will supply adequate pressure for the
fastest cutting.
5. When completing a cut, hold the tool fi rmly so it
will not fall against the workpiece (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3
• Testing to assure proper mechanical and
electrical operation
If the tool does not start or operate at full power
with a fully charged battery pack, clean the contacts
on the battery pack. If the tool still does not work
properly, return the tool, charger and battery pack,
to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of per-
sonal injury and damage, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or allow
a liquid to fl ow inside them.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from charger and tool vents.
Keep tool handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease.
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the
tool, battery pack and charger since certain cleaning
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