Milwaukee Tool 2485-20 Operators Manual - Page 2

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING Read tions, all safety warnings, instrucillustrations and specifica- tions provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in •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. electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all •If devices are provided for the connection of dust warnings and instructions for future reference. extraction and collection facilities, ensure these The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your are connected and properly used. Use of dust mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-oper- collection can reduce dust-related hazards. ated (cordless) power tool. •Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of WORK AREA SAFETY •Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. •Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- 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 spheres, such as in the presence of flammable •Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks tool for your application. The correct power tool will which may ignite the dust or fumes. do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was •Keep children and bystanders away while operat- designed. ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose •Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn control. it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled 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 matching 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 conditions. 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 extension 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. 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 accidents 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 hazard- PERSONAL SAFETY ous situation. •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 •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. 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 appropriate 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. 2 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. •Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-