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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specified for the battery. For spe
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cific charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To
remove
the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
To
insert
the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
use a side handle when using this
tool. Hold securely.
Installing Side Handle
The side handle may be installed on either side of
the gear case. Position the side handle in the loca
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tion which offers best control and guard protection.
To install, thread side handle into side handle socket
and tighten securely.
Sanding Disc Selection
Use sanding discs and accessories that are:
• correct size as written on tool’s nameplate.
• rated at or above the RPM listed on the tool’s name-
plate.
• correct accessory, wheel type and grit for the job.
Select the correct type of sanding disc for your job.
Generally, use 24 or 36 grit for heavy stock removal;
50, 60, or 80 grit for medium stock removal and 120
grit for finishing. Always begin with a coarse grit, us
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ing successively finer grits to obtain the desired finish.
•
Aluminum Oxide:
For fast cutting, general purpose
discs for most metal jobs. Best for cold-rolled steel,
stainless steel or metals requiring tough, fast cutting,
long lasting abrasives.
•
Aluminum Zirconia Bi-Cut:
Unique grit pattern is
arranged in clusters for faster stock removal and
cleaning. Ideal for removing paint from cars, boats,
etc. without clogging.
•
Ceramic:
Lasts up to 3 times longer than Aluminum
Oxide Discs. For general metal working. Ideal for
tough jobs.
Installing/Removing Sanding Discs
Use Roloc™ type sanding discs.
1. Remove the battery pack.
WARNING!
Always
remove battery pack before changing or removing
accessories.
2. Press in the spindle lock and thread sanding disc
onto the backing pad. Hand tighten securely.
3. To
remove
, reverse the procedure.
Installing Backing Pads
1. Remove the battery pack.
WARNING!
Always
remove battery pack before changing or removing
accessories.
2. Wipe the accessories and
spindle to remove dust and
debris. Inspect the parts for
damage. Replace if needed.
Use only MILWAUKEE
mounting hardware designed
for your tool.
3. Press in the spindle lock and
thread the backing pad into
the spindle. Hand tighten securely.
4. To
remove
backing pad, remove the battery pack
and reverse the procedure.
Installing/Removing Hook and Loop
Polishing Pads
1. Remove the battery pack.
WARNING!
Always
remove battery pack before changing or removing
accessories.
2. To
install
, line up the polishing pad with the back-
ing pad and press firmly onto the tool.
3. To
remove
, pull the polishing pad off of the backing
pad.
NOTE:
Use side handles for better control.
OPERATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
wear safety goggles or glasses
with side shields.
Fuel Gauge
To determine the amount of charge left in the bat-
tery, pull the trigger. The Fuel Gauge will light up for
2-3 seconds.
To signal the end of charge, 1 light on the fuel gauge
will flash for 2-3 seconds.
Selecting Speed
Allow the tool to come to a complete
stop before changing speeds.
1. For
Low
speed, push the speed
selector to display “1”.
2. For
High
speed, push the speed
selector to display “2”.
Locking the Trigger
Always allow the motor to come to a complete stop
before locking the trigger. Always lock the trigger or
remove the battery pack before performing mainte-
nance, changing accessories, storing the tool and
any time the tool is not in use.
To
lock
the trigger, push the trigger lock from the
LOCK side of the tool. To
unlock
, push the trigger
lock to the
UNLOCK side of the tool.
General Operation
1. After installing an accessory or beginning a pe
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riod of work, test the wheel by letting it spin for
one minute before applying it to the workpiece.
WARNING!
Never use a accessory that has been
dropped. Out-of-balance or damaged accessories
can mar workpiece, damage the tool, and cause
stress that may cause accessory failure.
2. Use a clamp, vise or other practical means to hold
your work, freeing both hands to control the tool.
3.
WARNING!
Hold tool securely with both hands.
Start the tool.
NOTE:
If the battery is inserted when the tool is
ON, the tool will not run. Turn the tool OFF, then
back ON to begin work.
4. Allow accessory to come to full speed before
beginning work.
5. Control pressure and surface contact between ac
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cessory and workpiece.
WARNING!
Never bang
accessory onto work. Too much pressure causes
accessory failure or slows speed.
6. When finished, turn off the tool and make sure it
comes to a complete stop before laying it down.
