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funcTional descripTion

assembly

Warning 

Recharge  only  with  the

charger specified for the battery. For specific 

charging  instructions,  read  the  operator’s 

manual supplied with your charger and battery.

Inserting/Removing the Battery

To 

remove

 the battery, push in the release buttons 

and pull the battery pack away from the tool.

To 

insert

 the battery, slide the pack into the body of 

the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.

Installing Side Handle

The side handle may be installed on either side 

or the top of gear case. Position side handle in 

the location which offers best control and guard 

protection. To install, thread side handle into side 

handle socket and tighten securely.

Installing, Removing and Adjusting the Guard

This tool is shipped with a guard. A guard must be 

used when using the tool as a grinder. The guard 

may be removed when using tool as a sander.

1. To 

remove

 the guard, remove the battery pack

and remove any accessories from spindle.

2. Press in the lock lever and rotate the guard to

line up the tabs on the grinder with the slots in

the guard.

3. Press in the lock lever and lift the guard straight 

up and away from the tool.

4. To 

install

 the guard, remove the battery pack

and remove any accessories from the spindle.

5. Line up the tabs on the grinder with the slots in

the guard.

6. Press in the lock lever and press the guard onto 

the tool.

7. To 

adjust

 the guard, press in the lock lever and

rotate the guard to one of five detent slots.

Warning

 

To reduce the risk of injury

when grinding:

• ALWAYS use the proper guard.

• ALWAYS properly install the guard.

• ALWAYS  hold  the  tool  firmly  with  both

hands using the handles provided before

and during grinding.

• NEVER use a wheel that has been dropped.

• NEVER bang grinding disc onto work.

• NEVER  grind  without  proper  safety

equipment.

Tab 

slots

Fig. 1

Detent 

slots

Warning 

Always  remove  battery 

pack before changing or removing accesso-

ries. Only use accessories specifically recom-

mended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.

Warning 

Only use accessories with

Maximum Safe Operating Speed rated at least 

equal to the maximum speed marked on the 

power tool. This speed is based on the strength 

of the wheel, allowing for a reasonable mea-

sure of safety. It is not meant to imply a best or 

most efficient operating speed. Do not exceed 

the Maximum Safe Operating Speed.

Cat. No. Volts

 

DC

No Load 

RPM

Spindle 

e

zi

d

a

e

r

h

T

Wheel Thickness

Size

HD18 AG125

18

125mm (5")

SYMBOLOGY

SPECIFICATIONS

Volts

Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per 

Minute (RPM)

M14

10

000

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1. Side handle

2. Spindle lock

3.  Side handle sockets

4. Paddle switch

1

4

5

6
7

3

2

5. Switch lock-off

6. Guard

7. Guard lock lever

Regulatory Compliance mark 

(RCM). This product meets 

applicable regulatory

requirements.

Summary of Contents for HD18 AG125

Page 1: ...Cat No HD18 AG125 M18 CORDLESS 125mm 5 CUT OFF GRINDER OPERATOR S MANUAL TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...2 ...

Page 3: ...job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such pre ventive safet...

Page 4: ...or torque reaction during start up The operator can control torque reactions or kick back forces if proper precautions are taken Never place your hand near the rotating acces SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES This power tool is intended to function as a grinder sander wire brushing or cut off tool Read all safety warnings instructions illus trations and specifications provided with this power tool Failure to ...

Page 5: ...tart the cutting operation in the workpiece Let the wheel reach full speed and carefully re enter the cut The wheel may bind walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in the workpiece Support panels or any oversized workpiece to minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kick back Large workpieces tend to sag under their own weight Supports must be placed under the workpiece near the line of...

Page 6: ...inder with the slots in the guard 6 Press in the lock lever and press the guard onto the tool 7 To adjust the guard press in the lock lever and rotate the guard to one of five detent slots WARNING To reduce the risk of injury when grinding ALWAYS use the proper guard ALWAYS properly install the guard ALWAYS hold the tool firmly with both hands using the handles provided before and during grinding ...

Page 7: ...When finished turn off the tool and make sure it comes to a complete stop before laying it down OPERATION 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 wearsafetygogglesorglasseswithsideshields 5 Place the selected wheel on the spindle and align it ...

Page 8: ...These conditions increase the pos sibility of further brush failure and possible injury Discard and replace damaged brushes immediately USING WIRE BRUSHES Wire brushes are useful for removing rust scale burrs weld slag etc Always install wire cup brushes according to the accessory manufacterer s instructions Test wheel for balance and loose or damaged wires by letting it spin for one minute before...

Page 9: ...tery pack and reverse the pro cedure Sanding Hold tool at 5 to 15 angle to ensure proper sand ing pressure and control Too great an angle will result in too much pressure and could cause exces sive wear to the disc and workpiece Too small an angle will reduce control Use long sweeping side to side strokes advancing forward to produce the desired finish Cross Sanding When finishing a surface that h...

Page 10: ...o your authorised MILWAUKEE dealer 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 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 certai...

Page 11: ...e Number 1300 645 928 New Zealand Toll Free Telephone Number 0800 645 928 or visit www milwaukeetools com au www milwaukeetools co nz Please refer to Australian and New Zealand warranty supplied with tool This warranty applies only to product sold in Australia and New Zealand 961068030 02 A Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation 13135 West Lisbon Road Brookfield Wisconsin U S A 53005 Milwaukee Tool A...

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