Milwaukee M18 2623-20, Operator'S Manual

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GENERAL POWER TOOL           

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings, instruc-

tions,  illustrations  and  specifica

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tions provided with this power tool. 

Failure to 

follow all instructions listed below may result in 

electric  shock,  fire  and/or  serious  injury. 

Save all 

warnings and instructions for future reference. 

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your 

mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-oper-

ated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep work area clean and well lit. 

Cluttered or 

dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-

spheres, such as in the presence of flammable 

liquids, gases or dust. 

Power tools create sparks 

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating 

a power tool. 

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. 

Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use 

any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) 

power tools. 

Unmodified plugs and match-

ing  outlets  will  reduce  risk  of  electric  shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded 

surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 

refrigerators. 

There is an increased risk of electric 

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-

tions. 

Water entering a power tool will increase the 

risk of electric shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. 

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or 

moving parts. 

Damaged or entangled cords increase 

the risk of electric shock.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an ex-

tension cord suitable for outdoor use. 

Use of a cord 

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is 

unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter 

(GFCI) protected supply. 

Use of an GFCI reduces 

the risk of electric shock. 

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use 

common sense when operating a power tool. Do 

not use a power tool while you are tired or under 

the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. 

A 

moment of inattention while operating power tools 

may result in serious personal injury.

• Use  personal  protective  equipment.  Always 

wear eye protection. 

Protective equipment 

such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, 

hard hat or hearing protection used for appropri-

ate  conditions  will  reduce  personal  injuries. 

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch 

is in the off-position before connecting to power 

source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying 

the tool. 

Carrying power tools with your finger on 

the switch or energizing power tools that have the 

switch on invites accidents.

• Remove  any  adjusting  key  or  wrench  before 

turning the power tool on.

 A wrench or a key left 

attached to a rotating part of the power tool may 

result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 

balance at all times. 

This enables better control 

of the power tool in unexpected situations.  

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 

jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from 

moving parts. 

Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair 

can be caught in moving parts.

• If devices are provided for the connection of 

dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure 

these are connected and properly used. 

Use of 

dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use 

of tools allow you to become complacent and 

ignore tool safety principles. 

A careless action can 

cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power 

tool for your application. 

The correct power tool 

will do the job better and safer at the rate for which 

it was designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not 

turn it on and off. 

Any power tool that cannot be 

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be 

repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from 

the power tool before making any adjustments, 

changing accessories, or storing power tools. 

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of 

starting the power tool accidentally.

• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children 

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the 

power tool or these instructions to operate the 

power tool. 

Power tools are dangerous in the hands 

of untrained users.  

• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check 

for  misalignment  or  binding  of  moving  parts, 

breakage of parts and any other condition that 

may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, 

have the power tool repaired before use. 

Many ac-

cidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. 

Properly 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges 

are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits 

etc. in accordance with these instructions, 

taking into account the working conditions 

and  the  work  to  be  performed. 

Use of the 

power tool for operations different from those 

intended  could  result  in  a  hazardous  situation.

• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean 

and free from oil and grease. 

Slippery handles and 

grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and 

control of the tool in unexpected situations.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the 

manufacturer. 

A charger that is suitable for one type 

of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used 

with another battery pack.

• Use power tools only with specifically designated 

battery packs. 

Use of any other battery packs may 

create a risk of injury and fire.

• 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 

may cause burns or a fire.