Attaching the Shoulder Strap
(Available as an accessory)
When operating this tool, use the shoulder strap to
reduce user fatigue and help in maintaining control
during use.
To install the strap:
1. Remove the battery
pack.
2. Fit the pole clip around
the power head pole
between the front han-
dle and rear handle in
a location comfortable
during use.
3. Insert the bolt through
the pole clip and strap
bevel. Thread the nut
onto the bolt and tight-
en securely.
4. Clip the strap cara-
biner to the bevel.
To wear the strap:
1. Put your right arm
and head through the
strap.
2. Adjust the strap clips
to change the strap
length to fit comfort-
ably.
3. Slide the neck pad to
the appropriate posi-
tion.
To unclip the strap:
1. Hold the tool by the front handle with your left hand.
2. Grip the carabiner with your right hand and unclip
by pushing in the gate and it sliding off the bevel.
OPERATION
To reduce the risk of injury, always
WARNING
wear proper eye protection marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Always remove battery pack before changing or
removing accessories or attachments.
Use both hands when operating the tool, accord-
ing to the attachment instructions. Maintain a firm
grip. Using one hand could cause loss of control
and result in serious injury.
Inspect the area before using the tool. Remove
all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass,
wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise
cause injury or damage during operation.
Quik-Lok
This tool can be connected to a number of MILWAUKEE
Quik-Lok
TM
attachments. Use only in accordance to
the attachment's operator's manual. Specifications
and operation instructions are provided in the attach-
ment manual. Use only attachments recommended
by MILWAUKEE.
Selecting the Speed
Use the speed control button to select Low
or High speeds. Refer to your attachment
manual for speed recommendations.
Gate
Carabiner
Bolt
Pole
clip
Attachments
TM
Starting/Stopping the Power Head
WARNING
body keeping clearance between body and the
tool/attachment. Any contact with an attachment
or cutting head can result in cuts, burns and
other serious personal injury.
Always remove the battery pack and keep hands
clear of the trigger and lock-out when carrying
or transporting tool.
1. Grasp the tool firmly by both handles.
2. To start the tool, squeeze the trigger lock-out and
pull the trigger.
Bevel
3. To vary the speed, increase or decrease the pres-
sure on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled,
the greater the speed up to the maximum set by
the speed control button.
4. To stop the tool release the trigger. Make sure the
tool comes to a complete stop before laying the
tool down.
Nut
WARNING
battery pack from the charger or tool before
performing any maintenance. Never disassemble
the tool, battery pack or charger. Contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL repairs.
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
Inspect your tool for issues such as undue noise,
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, or any other condition that may affect the tool
operation. Return the tool, battery pack, and charger
to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repair. After six
months to one year, depending on use, return the
tool, battery pack and charger to a MILWAUKEE
service facility for inspection.
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 prop-
erly, return the tool, charger and battery pack, to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
WARNING
your tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or
allow a liquid to flow inside them.
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep handles
clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild
soap and a damp cloth to clean, since certain clean-
ing 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 household deter-
gents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or
combustible solvents around tools.
High
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest authorized service center.
WARNING
Low
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
www.milwaukeetool.com or contact a distributor.
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To reduce the risk of injury, always
hold the power head away from the
MAINTENANCE
To reduce the risk of injury, always
unplug the charger and remove the
Maintaining Tool
To reduce the risk of personal in-
jury and damage, never immerse
Cleaning
Repairs
ACCESSORIES
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.