Milwaukee M12 Fuel, Operator'S Manual

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Do not handle battery pack or vacuum with wet
hands.
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
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• Do not use in the presence of explosive dust,
liquids or vapours.
• Do not use where oxygen or anesthetics are used.
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Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention
is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use extra care when using on stairs.
WORK AREA SAFETY
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STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not use vacuum when you are
alcohol or medication causing diminished control.
WARNING
WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL VACUUM, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING VACUUM. BEFORE USING THE VACUUM, READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL,
BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER OPERATOR’S MANUALS, AND ALL LABELS ON THE VACUUM,
BATTERY PACK, AND CHARGER.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
VACUUM USE AND CARE
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liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they
may be present.
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• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is
Inserting battery pack in vacuum that has the switch
on invites accidents.
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of body away from openings and moving parts.
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Use only as described in this manual.
Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool.
the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Wear a dust mask or use a suitable vacuum
soultion when working in dusty situations. Dust
particles can harm your lungs.
Do not use without dust canister and/or filter in
place.
The operation of a vacuum can result in foreign
objects being blown into eyes, which can
result in eye damage. Always wear safety
goggles or glasses with side shields marked to
comply with AS/NZS 1337.1 when operating
vacuum.
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• Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall
motor or be exhausted back into the air.
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• Use special care when emptying heavily loaded
tanks.
To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty dust
box after each use.
Do not leave vacuum unattended when battery
pack is installed. Remove battery pack when not
in use and before servicing.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
with another battery pack.
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battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acciden-
eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
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This product is suitable for collection of silica
dust when used in accordance with these
instructions. To reduce the risk of health
hazards from other vapours or dust, do not
vacuum carcinogenic, toxic or hazardous
materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium,
beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health
endangered materials.
Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE
®
service facility for a
replacement.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Maintain vacuum. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the
vacuum's operation. If damaged, have the
vacuum repaired before use.
Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Vacuums have motors and other parts that can
produce sparks during normal use. Do not use
within 10 metres of areas where explosive
materials may be present (such as gasoline pumps
and places where liquids like paint thinners,
cleaners, solvents, etc. are stored).
THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS (INCLUDING CHILDREN) WITH
REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL CAPABILITIES, OR LACK OF EXPERIENCE AND
KNOWLEDGE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY
WITH THE APPLIANCE.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the vacuum in unexpected situations.
OPERATORS SHALL BE ADEQUATELY INSTRUCTED ON THE USE OF THESE
MACHINES.
WARNING
Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.