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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 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- •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. ated (cordless) power tool. •Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use WORK AREA SAFETY •Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. •Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- 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 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 which may ignite the dust or fumes. will do the job better and safer at the rate for which •Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhileoperating it was designed. a power tool.Distractions can cause you to lose control. •Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn 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. PERSONAL SAFETY 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 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 •Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use result in a hazardous situation. common sense when operating a power tool. Do •Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean not use a power tool while you are tired or under and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and moment of inattention while operating power tools control of the tool in unexpected situations. 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 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. result in personal injury. 2 •Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. •Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. •Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F (130°C) may cause explosion. •Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. SERVICE •Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. •Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR IMPACT WRENCHES •Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener may contact hidden wiring. Fas- teners contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock. •Wear ear protectors when impact drilling. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. •Use only sockets and other accessories specifi- cally designed for use on impact wrenches and drivers. Other sockets and accessories might shatter or break causing injury. •If using with a lanyard, do not exceed maximum capacity marked on the lanyard label. Always determine the weight of the product, with all acces- sories, when selecting the appropriate lanyard system. Exceeding maximum capacity may result in serious injury. See specifications for tool and battery weight. •For best results, use only with energy absorbing lanyards. Ropes, straps or chains may break and cause failure. Do not use with lanyards at full tension. • WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, when working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use an OSHA compliant dust extraction solution. •Always use common sense and be cautious when using tools. It is not possible to anticipate every situation that could result in a dangerous outcome. Do not use this tool if you do not understand these operating instructions or you feel the work is beyond your capability; contact Milwaukee Tool or a trained professional for additional information or training. •Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry im- portant information. If unreadable or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement. • WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: •lead from lead-based paint •crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and •arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 1 7 23 45 8 6 1. 1/2" Square drive anvil with pin detent (2962P-20) 2. LED 3. Control switch 4. Trigger 5. 4-Mode drive control 6. Belt clip 7. 3/8" Square drive anvil with friction ring (2960-20) 8. 1/2" Square drive anvil with friction ring (2962-20) SYMBOLOGY Volts Direct Current No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) Impacts per Minute Under Load (IPM) C US UL Listing for Canada and U.S. 3

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifica
-
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 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 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 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.
•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.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acciden
-
tally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam
-
aged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or tem
-
perature above 265°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
•Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specified in the instructions.
Charging im-
properly or at temperatures outside the specified range
may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
SERVICE
•Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
•Never service damaged battery packs.
Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
IMPACT WRENCHES
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
the fastener may contact hidden wiring.
Fas-
teners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give
the operator an electric shock.
•Wear ear protectors when impact drilling.
Exposure
to noise can cause hearing loss.
Use only sockets and other accessories specifi
-
cally designed for use on impact wrenches and
drivers.
Other sockets and accessories might shatter
or break causing injury.
•If using with a lanyard, do not exceed maximum
capacity marked on the lanyard label.
Always
determine the weight of the product, with all acces-
sories, when selecting the appropriate lanyard system.
Exceeding maximum capacity may result in serious
injury. See specifications for tool and battery weight.
•For best results, use only with energy absorbing
lanyards. Ropes, straps or chains may break
and cause failure. Do not use with lanyards at
full tension.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, when
working in dusty situations, wear
appropriate respiratory protection or use an
OSHA compliant dust extraction solution.
•Always use common sense and be cautious when
using tools.
It is not possible to anticipate every
situation that could result in a dangerous outcome.
Do not use this tool if you do not understand these
operating instructions or you feel the work is beyond
your capability; contact Milwaukee Tool or a trained
professional for additional information or training.
Maintain labels and nameplates.
These carry im-
portant information. If unreadable or missing, contact
a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from lead-based paint
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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1. 1/2" Square drive anvil with pin detent (2962P-20)
2.
LED
3.
Control switch
4.
Trigger
5.
4-Mode drive control
6.
Belt clip
7. 3/8" Square drive anvil with friction ring (2960-20)
8. 1/2" Square drive anvil with friction ring (2962-20)
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SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Impacts per Minute Under Load (IPM)
C
US
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.