Milwaukee M18 FPFT30 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Cat. No.
M18 FPFT30
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.
M18 FUEL™ POWERED FISH TAPE WITH 30 M NON-CONDUCTIVE
CARTRIDGE

2
GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
-
•
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
•
tions provided with this power tool. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
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
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
PERSONAL 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.
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
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
•
•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
A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
•
•Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool.
the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
•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.
•
•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.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
with another battery pack.
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
•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
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
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
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.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD). Use of a RCD reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection marked to comply with
AS/NZS 1337.1. Protective equipment such as a
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.

3
•
•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
•
•
•
SERVICE
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 authorised service providers.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
POWERED FISH TAPE
•Do not use on or near live circuits. When working
near electrical equipment, use extreme caution.
When pulling through conduit which contains any
other wires, be certain that power to those wires
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact ac-
cidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
Charging
range may damage the battery and increase the risk
•Maintain proper footing and balance when
performing pulling operations. Do not pull from
a ladder. If a snag or resistance is encountered, a
ladder could become unstable which may result in
a loss of balance or control.
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
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Read operator's manual
Wear eye protection
Do not use on or near live circuits
Do not pull from a ladder
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No.............................................. M18 FPFT30
Volts........................................................... 18V DC
Battery Type .................................................M18™
Charger Type................................................M18™
Recommended Ambient
RPM.....................................................................37
Operating Temperature................... -17°C to 51°C
Non-Conductive Drum 30 m (100')......... 48445195
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
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 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.
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
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE®service facility for a
replacement.
Do not dispose of electric tools
together with household waste
material. Electric tools and electronic
equipment that have reached the end
of their life must be collected
separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible recycling
facility.
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
This product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
To reduce the risk of fire,
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
WAR NING
personal injury , and product damage due to a
short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery
pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow
inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids,
such as seawater , certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc.,
can cause a short circuit.

4
General Operation
4.
1. Install the battery pack.
3. To feed the conduit run, move the control switch
to the feed position and pull the trigger.
5.
6.
7. Move the control switch to the Lock position or
remove the battery pack.
To vary the speed, increase or decrease pressure
on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled, the
greater the speed.
with yellow paint. Once yellow paint is visible, stop
extending. Further extension could damage or
pulling point, release the trigger.
Wrap with tape to secure
changing or removing accessories.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge
for
onl
the
y with
battery
th
.
e ch
For
arg
spe
er
-
manual supplied with your 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.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
reco
Only use
mmended
accessorie
for thi
s
s tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Installing a Drum
1. Align the nozzle of the drum to the nozzle notch
of the tool and place the drum around the tool hub
until fully seated.
2. Secure the drum to the tool with the three latches.
3. To remove, unlatch and use drum removal grips
to separate the drum from the tool.
OPERATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk
wear proper eye protection marked
of injury, always
to comply with AS/NZS 1337.1.
WARNING
Maintain proper footing and bal-
ance when performing pulling
operations. Do not pull from a ladder. If a snag or
resistance is encountered, a ladder could become
unstable which may result in a loss of balance or
control.
Using the Control Switch
The control switch may be set to three positions:
using theto a complete stop before control switch.
push the control switch in1. To feed
the direction shown.
feed, retract and lock. Due to a lockout mechanism,
the control switch can only be adjusted when the
trigger is not pulled. Always allow the motor to come
Push for
Retract
Push for
Feed
PUSH TO CENTRE TO LOCK
2. To retract tape, push the
the direction
3.
shown.
control switch in
controlpush the switch to theTo lock the trigger,
centre position. The willtrigger not
control switch is the
work when the
position.lockedin
Always remove the packbattery before performing
accessories, storing the
time not in
maintenance, changing
tool and any the tool is use.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1. Latches
2. Nozzle notch
3. Trigger
4. Control switch
5. Handle
6. Nozzle
7. Hub
8. Drum grips
9. Drum
6
8
9
1
1
1
7
2
34
5
WARNING
Maintain proper footing and bal-
9.
10.
ance when performing pulling
operations. Do not pull from a ladder. If a snag or
resistance is encountered, a ladder could become
unstable which may result in a loss of balance or
control.
11.
Before pulling wire through, be mindful of your
surroundings and potential nearby hazards to
yourself and others in the event the tape breaks
free during pulling.
Do not force a pull that has snagged or encoun-
terd a point of resistance. Instead, remove the
wire and clear the obstruction.
To retract
to the retract position and pull the trigger. Stop
starting position. Continuing to retract further
could damage or break the drum.
..
8. Fasten your wire or pull-line to the fish tape
securely. Wrapping the connection with plastic
tape may help prevent it from unravelling during
pulling.

5
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal in-
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
unplug the charger and remove the
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.
Maintaining Tool
-
jury and damage, never immerse
your tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or
Cleaning
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-
combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest service centre.
ACCESSORIES
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
properly, return the tool, charger and battery pack,
to a MILWAUKEE®service facility for repairs.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
milwaukeetool.com.au / milwaukeetool.co.nz or
contact a distributor.
12. If the tool shuts down during Feed:
a. Release the trigger.
b. Push the control switch to the Retract position.
c. Pull the trigger for 3-4 seconds.
d. Push the control switch to the Feed position.
e. Pull the trigger and attempt to feed again.
f. Repeat the above steps up to 5 times if needed.
g. If tool continues to shut down during Feed, the
drum must be replaced.
13. If the non-conductive tape begins retracting into
the drum during Feed:
a. Release the trigger.
b. Push the control switch to the Retract position.
c. Grasp the tape just outside the drum using a firm
handshake grip.
d. Pull the trigger while applying tension to the tape
with your other hand as the tape pulls back into the
drum.
e. Release the trigger.
f. Push the control switch to the Feed position.
g. Pull the trigger and attempt to feed again.
h. Repeat the above steps up to 5 times if needed.
i. If tool continues to retract during Feed, the drum
must be replaced.

WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
SERVICE - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
MILWAUKEE®prides itself in producing a premium quality product that is Nothing But Heavy DutyTM.
Your satisfaction with our products is very important to us! If you encounter any problems with the
operation of this tool, please contact your authorised MILWAUKEE®dealer.
For a list of MILWAUKEE®dealers, guarantee or service agents please contact MILWAUKEE®
Customer Service or visit our website.
(Australia Toll Free Telephone Number 1300 645 928)
(New Zealand Toll Free Telephone Number 0800 645 928)
or visit milwaukeetool.com.au/milwaukeetool.co.nz.
Please refer to Australian and New Zealand warranty supplied with tool. This warranty applies only to
product sold by authorised dealers in Australia and New Zealand.
961013831-01(B)
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
13135 West Lisbon Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin U.S.A. 53005
Milwaukee Tool (Australia)
21 Kelletts Road, Rowville, VIC 3178
Melbourne, Australia
Milwaukee Tool (New Zealand)
274 Church Street, Penrose,
Auckland, 1061, New Zealand
DESIGNED BY MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORP.
PROFESSIONALLY MADE IN CHINA
PRINTED IN CHINA