Milwaukee M18 BLSAG125XPD User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Cat. No.
M18 BLSAG125XPD
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.
M18™ BRUSHLESS 125 MM (5") ANGLE GRINDER WITH
DEADMAN PADDLE SWITCH

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
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•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
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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 oper-
ating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
•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.
PERSONAL SAFETY
•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.
•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.
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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 bal-
ance 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.
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.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
with another battery pack.
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nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
•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 chil-
dren 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, break-
age of parts and any other condition that may
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, tak-
ing into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
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.
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 energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
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.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of a RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.

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SERVICE
•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
•Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
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tacts 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
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside
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
GRINDERS
Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, Sanding,
•This power tool is intended to function as a
grinder, sander, wire brush, hole cutter or cut-
this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
serious injury.
•Operations such as polishing are not to be
performed with this power tool. Operations for
which the power tool was not designed may create
a hazard and cause personal injury.
•Do not convert this power tool to operate in a
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Such a conversion
may result in a loss of control and cause serious
personal injury.
•Do not use accessories which are not spe-
cifically designed and specified by the tool
manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be
attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe
operation.
•The rated speed of the accessory must be at
least equal to the maximum speed marked on
the power tool. Accessories running faster than
•The outside diameter and the thickness of your
accessory must be within the capacity rating
of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories
cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
•The dimensions of the accessory mounting must
the power tool. Accessories that do not match the
mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of
balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of
control.
•Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each
use inspect the accessory such as abrasive
wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for
cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for
loose or cracked wires. If power tool or acces-
sory is dropped, inspect for damage or install
an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and
installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating
accessory and run the power tool at maximum
no-load speed for one minute. Damaged acces-
sories will normally break apart during this test time.
•Wear personal protective equipment. Depending
on application, use face shield, safety goggles or
safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask,
hearing protectors, gloves and workshop apron
capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece
fragments. The eye protection must be capable of
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tions. The dust mask or respirator must be capable
application. Prolonged exposure to high intensity
noise may cause hearing loss.
•Keep bystanders a safe distance away from
work area. Anyone entering the work area must
wear personal protective equipment. Fragments
and cause injury beyond immediate area of opera-
tion.
•Hold the power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces only, when performing an operation where
the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.
Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give
the operator an electric shock.
•Never lay the power tool down until the acces-
sory has come to a complete stop. The spinning
accessory may grab the surface and pull the power
tool out of your control.
•Do not run the power tool while carrying it at
your side. Accidental contact with the spinning
accessory could snag your clothing, pulling the ac-
cessory into your body.
•Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The
motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing
and excessive accumulation of powdered metal
may cause electrical hazards.
•
materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
•Do not use accessories that require liquid cool-
ants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result
in electrocution or shock.
Kickback and Related Warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or
snagged rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or
any other accessory. Pinching or snagging causes
rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which in turn
causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in
the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at
the point of the binding.
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.
•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.

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cessive pressure. Do not attempt to make an
excessive depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel
increases the loading and susceptibility to twisting
or binding of the wheel in the cut and the possibility
of kickback or wheel breakage.
•Do not position your body in line with and behind
the rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the point
of operation, is moving away from your body, the
possible kickback may propel the spinning wheel
and the power tool directly at you.
•When using dual purpose wheels always use
the correct guard for the application being per-
formed. Failure to use the correct guard may not
provide the desired level of guarding, which could
lead to serious injury.
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•When wheel is binding or when interrupting a
and hold it motionless until the wheel comes
to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove
is in motion otherwise kickback may occur.
Investigate and take corrective action to eliminate
the cause of wheel binding.
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•Do not attempt to do curved cutting. Overstress-
ing the wheel increases the loading and susceptibil-
Do not restart the cutting operation in the
workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and
carefully re-enter the cut. The wheel may bind,
walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in
the workpiece.
Support panels or any oversized workpiece to
minimise the risk of wheel pinching and kick-
back. Large workpieces tend to sag under their
own weight. Supports must be placed under the
workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of
the workpiece on both sides of the wheel.
Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut”
into existing walls or other blind areas. The pro-
truding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical
wiring or objects that can cause kickback.
ity to twisting or binding of the wheel in the cut and
the possibility of kickback or wheel breakage, which
can lead to serious injury.
light clothing and/or skin.
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brush even during ordinary operation. Do not
overstress the wires by applying excessive load
to the brush. The wire bristles can easily penetrate
Additional Safety Warnings
•Use proper sized sanding disc paper. Follow
manufacturers recommendations, when select-
ing sanding paper. Larger sanding paper extend-
ing beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration
hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of the disc
or kickback.
Safety Warnings Specific for Wire Brushing
Operations:
•Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the
brushing, do not allow any interference of the
wire wheel or brush with the guard. Wire wheel
or brush may expand in diameter due to work load
and centrifugal forces.
WARNING
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or
pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that
is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface
of the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick
out. The wheel may either jump toward or away from
the operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s
movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels
may also break under these conditions.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and
can be avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below.
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lip. An improperly mounted wheel that projects
through the plane of the guard lip cannot be ad-
equately protected.
•The guard must be securely attached to the
power tool and positioned for maximum safety,
so the least amount of wheel is exposed towards
the operator. The guard helps to protect the opera-
tor from broken wheel fragments, accidental contact
with wheel and sparks that could ignite clothing.
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•Never place your hand near the rotating acces-
sory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
•Do not position your body in the area where
power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback
will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s
movement at the point of snagging.
•Use special care when working corners, sharp
edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the
accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have
a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause
loss of control or kickback.
•Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade,
segmented diamond wheel with a peripheral gap
greater than 10 mm or toothed saw blade. Such
blades create frequent kickback and loss of control.
Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and
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for the selected wheel. Wheels for which the
power tool was not designed cannot be adequately
guarded and are unsafe.
•The grinding surface of centre depressed wheels
must be mounted below the plane of the guard
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tions. For example: do not grind with the side of
for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to these
wheels may cause them to shatter.
correct size and shape for your selected wheel.
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ing the possibility of wheel breakage. Flanges for
Do not use worn down wheels from larger power
tools. A wheel intended for larger power tool is not
suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and
may burst.
Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and
position your body and arms to allow you to
resist kickback forces. Always use auxiliary
handle, if provided, for maximum control over
kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
The operator can control torque reactions or
kickback forces, if proper precautions are taken.
To reduce the risk of injury, when
working in dusty situations,
wear appropriate respiratory protection or use
a suitable dust extraction solution.

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•Always operate with two hands.
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WARNING
Some dust
sawing, grinding,
creat
drilling,
ed by power sanding,
and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
•lead from lead-based paint
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
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1. Side handle
2. Spindle lock
3. Handle
4. Paddle switch
5. Switch lock-off
6. Type 27 guard
7. Type 1 clip-on guard
8. Accessory
9. Guard lock lever
10.Side handle sockets
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SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
Rated Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Do not use this type of guard for
Read Operator's Manual
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury when
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manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Inserting/ Removing the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
the battery pack
Always lock the trigger or remove
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.
grinding, always use properly in-
stalled guards. The guard type must match the
wheel type to provide maximum protection for
the operator if the wheel should break.
for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
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.
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.
WARNING
Do not charge non-rechargeable
batteries.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
WARNING
T
injury
o reduce
, and product damage
the risk of fire, personal
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No.................................. M18 BLSAG125XPD
Volts............................................................ 18V DC
Battery Type .................................................M18™
Charger Type................................................M18™
Rated RPM...................................................11,000
Spindle Thread................................................. M14
Recommended Ambient
Max Capacity............................................. 125 mm
Operating Temperature.................. -17°C to 51°C
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
This product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
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.
V
arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
chemically-treated lumber.
Wear safety glasses.

Installing/Adjusting/Removing the Guard
This tool is shipped with a guard. A guard must be
used when using the tool as a grinder. The guard may
be removed when using tool as a sander.
1.
2. Press and hold the spindle lock and unscrew the
3. Line up the tabs on the grinder with the slots in
the guard, push down, and twist left to engage.
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4. To adjust the guard, press down the guard lock
slots.
Operator's Zones
5.
6.
7.
8. Press in the guard lock lever and rotate the guard
to line up the tabs on the grinder with the slots in
the guard.
9. Press in the lock lever and lift the guard straight
up and away from the tool.
To remove the guard, remove the battery pack and
remove any accessories from spindle.
4. To remove, remove the battery pack and then
separate the Type 1 clip-on guard from the Type
27 guard.
3. To install the Type 1 clip-on guard, slide the Type 1
clip-on guard over the Type 27 guard until it clips
into place.
WARNING
To reduce
use a side handle
the risk of
when
injury,
using
always
this
tool. Hold securely.
Installing Side Handle
The side handle may be installed on either side of
the gear case. Position the side handle in the loca-
To install, thread side handle into side handle socket
and tighten securely.
WARNING
T
operator should
o reduce the risk of injury
be instructed
, the
in
the use, care and protection of grinding wheels.
Grinding Wheel Selection
Use grinding wheels, and accessories that are:
•correct size as written on tool’s nameplate.
•rated at or above the RPM listed on the tool’s name-
plate.
•correct accessory, wheel type and grit for the job.
Grinding is the cutting action of thousands of abrasive
grains on the face of a grinding wheel. When grinding
metals such as steel and iron, choose an aluminum
oxide grinding wheel. Select a silicon carbide grinding
wheel for stone and concrete. Use cotton reinforced
wheels for non-ferrous metals.
WARNING
Always adjust the guard to
provide the operator with
maximum protection while operating.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack and
remove any accessories from
spindle.
Installing/Removing the Type 1
Clip-on Guard
When using a Type 1 wheel, always use the Type 1
clip-on guard.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Properly install the Type 27 guard according to the
instructions, and adjust it properly to provide the
operator with maximum protection while operating.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing
To install the guard, remove the battery pack and
remove any accessories from the spindle.
accessories.
NOTE: Only use 125 mm accessories with
125 mm guards.
Reinstall the disc nut and backing flange
ensuring the notches line up appropriately.
Press the spindle lock and tighten the flange nut
to secure.
Type 1 Reinforced 3 mm (1/8”) thick or less Cut-Off
Wheels are suited for small cut-off and shallow
notching operations only. Always handle wheels
carefully to avoid damage. Before installing any
wheel, always inspect it for cracks. If wheel is
cracked, discard it to prevent others from using it.

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•wetness and extreme humidity
•any type of solvent
•extreme changes in temperature
•dropping and bumping
•in an organised way so wheels can be removed
without disturbing or damaging other wheels
•with their safety information
Discard wheels that have been dropped, rolled,
bumped, subjected to extreme changes in tempera-
ture, or come into contact with solvents or wetness.
Grinding and cut-off wheels should be stored:
Grinding and cut-off wheels should NOT be
dropped, rolled or bumped.
Grinding/cut-off wheels should be protected from:
WARNING
Installing/Removing Grinding Wheels
Make sure the wheel does not extend beyond the
bottom of the guard. Threaded hub grinding wheels
may require a deeper guard (see "Accessories").
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Properly position the guard.
3.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing
accessories.
Only use accessories with
Maximum Safe Operating Speed
rated at least equal to the maximum speed
marked on the power tool. This speed is based
on the strength of the wheel, allowing for a
reasonable measure of safety. It is not meant to
imply a best or most efficient operating speed.
Do not exceed the Maximum Safe Operating
Speed.
4. Place the on spindle, as shown.
Flange nut
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6.
.
Flange nut
position for
3 mm
6 mm
3 mm thick or less
wheels
Flange nut
position for
6 mm thick or less
wheels
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•Ceramic: Lasts up to 3 times longer than Aluminum
Oxide Discs. For general metal working. Ideal for
tough jobs.
Disc nut
Sanding
disc
Backing
pad
Spindle
5.
the battery pack and reverse the procedure.
6. To remove backing pad and sanding disc, remove
Aluminium Oxide: For fast cutting, general
purpose discs for most metal jobs. Best for
cold-rolled steel, stainless steel or metals requiring
tough, fast cutting, long lasting abrasives.
Aluminium Zirconia Bi-Cut: Unique grit pattern is
arranged in clusters for faster stock removal and
cleaning. Ideal for removing paint from cars, boats,
etc. without clogging.
Installing Backing Pad and Sanding Discs
1. Remove the battery pack.
2.
3.
4. Place sanding disc on backing pad and secure
assembly to spindle with disc nut.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing
accessories.
Wipe the flange, flange nut and spindle to
remove dust and debris. Inspect the parts for
damage. Replace if needed. Use only
MILWAUKEE®mounting hardware designed for
your tool.
7.
8.
Sanding Disc Selection
Use sanding discs and accessories that are:
Press in the spindle lock button while turning the
To remove wheel, remove the battery pack and
reverse the procedure.
•correct size as written on tool’s nameplate.
•rated at or above the RPM listed on the tool’s name-
plate.
•correct accessory, wheel type and grit for the job.
Select the correct type of sanding disc for your job.
Generally, use 24 or 36 grit for heavy stock removal;
50, 60, or 80 grit for medium stock removal and 120
grit for finishing. Always begin with a coarse grit,
using successively finer grits to obtain the desired
finish.
Wheel
Spindle
Backing
flange
Wipe the backing flange, flange nut and spindle
to remove dust and debris. Inspect the parts for
damage. Replace if needed. Use only
MILWAUKEE®mounting hardware designed for
your tool.
Position the flange nut over the spindle
according to wheel thickness.
Place the selected wheel on the spindle and
align it with the backing flange.
Slide backing pad onto spindle with flat side
away from gear case.
Press in the spindle lock button while turning disc
nut clockwise. Tighten securely.

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Using Cut-Off Wheels
WARNING
The guard type must match the
wheel type to provide maximum
protection for the operator if the wheel should
break.
WARNING
WARNING
Using Wire Brushes
Wire brushes are useful for removing rust, scale,
burrs, weld slag, etc.
Never exceed Maximum Safe Operating Speed of
brush. Do not use a damaged brush or one that
is functioning improperly (throwing wires, out-
of-balance, etc.). These conditions increase the
possibility of further brush failure and possible
injury. Discard and replace damaged brushes
immediately.
A Type "27" guard must be installed when using
a wire wheel brush to provide maximum protec
tion for the operator when fatigued wires break.
(See "Removing/Installing/Adjusting the guard".)
Using the face of a Cut-Off Wheel
(as in grinding) will cause the Wheel
Cut-Off Wheels are suited for small cut-off and
shallow notching operations only.
When using a cut-off wheel, hold the tool as shown,
using only the edge of the wheel.
Everyone in the area must wear
protective clothing and safety
to crack and break, resulting in serious personal
injury.
goggles or face shields. Fatigued wires and residue
will fly off the brush with considerable force, causing
potential for serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
Paddle Switch Operation
To start the tool, grasp the handle and side handle
paddle switch.
To stop the tool, release the paddle switch. Make
sure the tool comes to a complete stop before laying
the tool down.
General Operation
1. If you have just installed an accessory or are
beginning a period of work, test the wheel by let-
ting it spin for one minute before applying it to the
workpiece.
2. Use a clamp, vise or other practical means to hold
3.
your workpiece, freeing both hands to control the
tool.
4. Allow accessory to come to full speed before
beginning work.
5. Control pressure and surface contact between ac-
cessory and workpiece.
Always hold the tool firmly
with both hands using the
Hold tool securely with both
hands. Start the tool.
6. When finished, turn off the tool and make sure it
comes to a complete stop before laying it down.
WARNING
Never bang accessory onto
work. Too much pressure causes
NOTE: If the battery is inserted when the tool is
ON, the tool will not run. Turn the tool OFF, then
back ON to begin work.
handles provided before and during grinding.
accessory failure or slows speed.
OPERATION
WARNING
Never grind without proper safety equipment.
Controlled Start
The controlled start feature reduces the torque reac-
tion "jerk" when the trigger is pulled.
WARNING
bo
Always
th hand
hold
s u
the
sing
tool
the hand
with
les
provided before and during grinding.
To reduce the risk of injury,
always wear proper eye
protection marked to comply with
AS/NZS 1337.1.
When working in dusty situations, wear
appropriate respiratory protection or use a
suitable dust extraction solution.
Using Grinding Wheels
WARNING
The guard typ
wheel type to provide maximum
e must match the
protection for the operator if the wheel should
break.
Hold at a
5° to 15° angle
For best result use only
this portion of disc
When grinding, hold tool at a 5oto 15oangle, using
constant pressure for a uniform finish. Too great an
angle causes concentrated pressure on small
areas which may gouge or burn work surface.

Using Sanding Discs
Hold tool at 5° to 15° angle to ensure proper sanding
pressure and control. Too great an angle will result
in too much pressure and could cause excessive
wear to the disc and workpiece. Too small an angle
will reduce control.
Hold at a
5° to 15° angle
For best result use only
this portion of disc
Cross Sanding - When finishing a surface that has
been prepared by a coarse disc or wheel, sand at
right angles to the strokes made by the coarser
disc. Finishing marks left from previous sanding are
easily seen and removed for a uniform finish.
Failure to cross sand when changing from a coarse
disc to a finishing disc may result in deep scratches
and circular marks.
Removing Welds or Hammer Marks - When
removing welds or hammer marks, limit coarse
sanding to the immediate area. Use successively
finer grits to smooth surface.
Use long, sweeping, side to side strokes,
advancing forward to produce the desired finish.
Control pressure and surface contact between
wheel and workpiece. Too much pressure causes
over-bending of wires and heat build-up causing
premature wire breaking, rapid dulling and reduced
brush life. Instead of more pressure, try a wire
wheel with more aggressive cutting action
(increased wire size, decreased wire length or
different brush type (knot type vs. crimped wire
type).
Guard
Wire
Brush
Wheel
Brush
Wire Cup
Test wheel for balance and loose or damaged wires
by letting it spin for one minute before applying it to
the workpiece. During this time, no one should stand
in front of or in line with it.
Always install wire brushes according to the acces-
sory manufacturer’s instructions. Only use acces-
sories with threads matching the tool spindle.
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Finishing Metal - Constantly move across the sur-
face. Work faster on curved surfaces where contact
areas are smaller and pressure is greater. Flat areas
may appear at the end of the stroke when pressure
is too heavy. Ease up on pressure at end of each
stroke and when reversing strokes.
Troubleshooting
Deep scratches and circular marks can result from:
•Using too coarse a grit
•Using a partially glazed disc
•Dirt or loose metal on the workpiece
•
•Failure to use closed coated discs to reduce the
problem of grains working loose and scratching the
workpiece
Bluish discoloration of metal surface indicates:
•Excessive heat causedby circularmotion ina smallarea
•Excessive pressure
•Use of worn out or glazed discs
Cleaning
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Maintaining Tool
To reduce the risk of injury,
always 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.
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 repair.
Failure to sand across the grain when changing
from coarse to finishing discs
Clean dust and debris from any vents. Keep tool
clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild
soap and a damp cloth to clean, since certain
cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics
and other insulated parts. Some of these include
petrol, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and
household detergents containing ammonia. Never
use flammable or combustible solvents around
tools.
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest authorised service centre.
Repairs
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
milwaukeetool.com.au/milwaukeetool.co.nz. or
contact a distributor.

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.
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