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Pocket Cutting
Pocket cuts are made in the middle of the work-
piece when it can not be cut from an edge. We
recommend using a Sawzall
®
reciprocating saw
or jig saw for this type of cut. However, if you must
use a circular saw to make a pocket cut, USE
EXTREME CAUTION. To maintain control of the
saw during pocket cutting, keep both hands on
the saw (Fig. 5).
Warning
To reduce the risk of
electric shock, check work area for hidden
pipes and wires before making pocket cuts.
Fig. 5
1. Beginning at a corner, line up the sight line with
your cutting line. Tilt the saw forward, firmly fix
-
ing the front of the shoe on the workpiece. The
blade should be just above cutting line, but not
touching it. Raise the lower guard using the lower
guard lever.
2. To start the saw, push the lock-off button down
while pulling the trigger. Allow the motor to reach
full speed before beginning cut. Using the front
of the shoe as a hinge point, gradually lower
the back end of the saw into the workpiece.
Release the lower guard lever and grasp the
front handle.
3. When the shoe rests flat against workpiece,
advance the saw to the far corner. Release the
trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete
stop before removing it from workpiece. Repeat
the above steps for each side of the opening.
Use a Sawzall
®
reciprocating saw, jig saw or
small hand saw to finish the corners if they are
not completely cut through.
accessories
For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
MILWAUKEE
Electric Tool catalog or go online
to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog,
contact your local distributor or service center.
Warning
Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing accessories.
Only use accessories specifically recommend-
ed for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
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, spin
-
dles, bearings, housing, etc.)
• Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger, motor)
• 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.
mainTenance
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 agents and solvents are harmful to plastics
and other insulated parts. Some of these include
gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and house-
hold detergents containing ammonia. Never use
flammable or combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and
charger to the nearest service center.
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 flow inside them.
Warning
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the charger and remove the
battery pack from the charger or tool before
performing any maintenance. Never disas-
semble the tool, battery pack or charger.
Contact a
milWaukee
service facility for
ALL repairs.
