SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Match the arrow direction on the saw
blade with the arrow direction on the
saw.
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.
ASSEMBLY
Recharge only with the charger
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specified for the battery. For spe-
cific charging instructions, read the operator's
manual supplied with the 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.
Always lock the trigger or remove
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the battery pack any time the tool
is not in use.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
Only use accessories specifically
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recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Selecting Blade
Always:
• Use the correct blade type for the application. Using
the wrong blade may result in reduced performance
or damage to the blade.
• Use sharp, thin kerf blades with a maximum safe op-
erating speed greater than the no load RPM marked
on the tool's nameplate. Dull blades tend to overload
the tool and increase the chance of kickback.
• Use the appropriate size blade and arbor found in
the specifications chart.
Never:
• Use blades that are cracked or have broken teeth.
• Use any type of abrasive cut-off wheel or dry dia-
mond cutting blades.
• Sharpen ferrous metal cutting blades.
Read the blade manufacturer's instructions before
use. Refer to the blade manufacturer's recommenda-
tions regarding sharpening of the blade.
Checking the Operation of the Lower Guard
Check the operation and condition of the lower guard
lever. If the guard and the lever are not operating
properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower
guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts,
gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris.
1. WARNING! Remove battery to avoid starting the tool.
2. Place the tool on its side.
NOTE: This procedure will not show proper lower
guard operation if the tool is not on its side.
3. Grasp the lower guard by the sides and push it all
the way back into the blade housing.
4. Release the lower guard.
• If the guard immediately springs back into place, it
is working correctly and you may continue with
use.
• If the guard does not immediate spring back
into place, clean the upper and lower guards to
remove all chips and debris. Then, check the
operation again by starting with step 1.
• If the guard still does not immediately spring back
into place, contact a MILWAUKEE service facility
for repairs.
Installing and Removing Blades
1. WARNING! Remove battery to avoid starting the tool.
Do not touch the saw blade with bare hands immedi-
ately after cutting; it may be hot and could burn skin.
2. Place the saw on a flat surface with the blade fac-
ing upwards. To remove the bolt from the spindle,
push in the spindle lock button. While holding in
the spindle lock button, use the wrench provided
with the tool to turn the bolt in the "OFF" direction
indicated on the blade flange. Remove the bolt
and blade flange.
3. Slide the lower guard lever up to raise the lower
guard. Remove the blade from the spindle. Always
clean the spindle, upper guard and lower guard to
remove any dirt and sawdust.
NOTE: Do not remove inner blade flange. Larger
diameter of inner flange should face the blade.
Spindle
Inner flange
4. To install a blade, place the blade on the spindle
with the teeth pointing in the same direction as
the arrow on the lower guard. Release the lower
guard lever.
5. Place the blade flange on the spindle and hand
tighten the bolt.
6. While holding in the spindle lock button, use the
wrench to turn the bolt in the opposite direction
indicated on the blade flange and tighten securely.
Always use either the dust chute
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or vacuum hose adaptor/vacuum.
Failure to do so could cause dust or foreign
objects to be thrown into your face or eyes which
could result in serious injury.
Universal Dust Port Adapter
Use the universal dust port adapter to attach the saw
to a vacuum hose.
1. WARNING! Remove battery
to avoid starting the tool.
2. Insert the vacuum hose
adapter into the upper
guard. Tighten the screw to
.9 ft-lbs using a calibrated
device.
3. Connect the vacuum hose to the adapter, twisting
together to secure.
4. To remove, reverse the procedure.
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Bolt
Outer flange