Milwaukee M18 BLTRC, Original Instructions Manual

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Reverse Button
If the cutting jaws need to be opened without completing the
cutting cycle:
1. Release the trigger.
2. Press the reverse button . The button light will turn ON.
3. Pull the trigger and hold the tool firmly until the cutting
jaws open fully. NOTE: The tool will only enter reverse mode
if the jaws are NOT fully open.
Jammed Cutting Dies
Dirt and debris can cause the cutting dies to become jammed
together after a cut. If the tool shuts off and the cutting jaws are
still closed:
1. Press the reverse button and pull the trigger until the
cutting jaws open fully. If this does not work,
2. Remove the battery pack
3. Remove, clean, and reinstall the cutting dies according to
„Removing/Replacing the Cutting Dies“.
MAINTENANCE
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the
appliance.
Never open the threaded rod cutter, removable battery or charger.
Check the threaded rod cutter for any problems such as noise or
jamming of moving parts that could be affecting the tool.
Check the cutting tools for cracks and other signs of wear.
Clean dust and debris from openings. Keep handle clean, dry and
free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean,
since certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics
and other insulated parts. Some of these include gasoline, turpen-
tine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia and household detergents containing ammonia. Never
use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.
Check that the dies are sharp and replace worn dies.
Replace the dies when they become chipped or damaged. Always
replace dies as a set. Use only MILWAUKEE dies.
To avoid injury and damage, never immerse the tool, removable
battery or charger in liquid or allow liquid to penetrate them.
The ventilation slots of the machine must be kept clear at all times.
Further service and repair work may only be carried out by authori-
sed specialist workshops.
Use only Milwaukee accessories and Milwaukee spare parts. Should
components need to be replaced which have not been described,
please contact one of our Milwaukee service agents (see our list of
guarantee/service addresses).
If needed, an exploded view of the tool can be ordered. Please
state the Article No. as well as the machine type printed on the
label and order the drawing at your local service agents or directly
at: Techtronic Industries GmbH, Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Win-
nenden, Germany.
BATTERIES
Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance of
the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk
of overheating).
The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully char-
ged, after use. Battery packs which have not been used for some
time should be recharged before use.
To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack
from the charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:, Store the battery
pack where the temperature is below 27°C and away from
moisture, Store the battery packs in a 30% - 50% charged conditi-
on, Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or
by burning them. Milwaukee Distributors offer to retrieve old
batteries to protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short
circuit risk).
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load
or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid wash
it off immediately with soap and water. In case of eye contact rinse
thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek medical
attention.
No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the
charger (short circuit risk).
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legisla-
tion requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with
local, national and international provisions and regulations.
The user can transport the batteries by road without further
requirements.
Commercial transport of Lithium-Ion batteries by third parties is
subject to Dangerous Goods regulations. Transport preparation and
transport are exclusively to be carried out by appropriately trained
persons and the process has to be accompanied by corresponding
experts.
When transporting batteries:
Ensure that battery contact terminals are protected and insulated
to prevent short circuit. Ensure that battery pack is secured against
movement within packaging. Do not transport batteries that are
cracked or leak. Check with forwarding company for further advice