materialsandthelower end for harder materials.
Set the drill rotating speed to the recommended
speed.
2. Position the workpiece or tool so that the center
pin is directly over the desired drilling location.
3. The use of HAWG WASH™ cutting fluid is re-
quiredforlonglifeof these cutters (see "Lubrica-
tion").Attachthehosetotheoilfittingon the side
of the arbor and to your lubricant reservoir.
4. Swingthearbor arminthe directionofthe spindle
rotation until it comes in contact with the side of
the drill motor or drill press.
5. Start the drill motor.
6. Cutting fluid will not flow freely until the cen-
ter pin is depressed slightly. Move the cutter
towards the material until the center pin is de-
pressedslightlyandbeginpumpingcuttingfluid.
7. When feeding the cutter into the material, use
onlyenoughpressure to produceefficientcutting
without overloading the tool or cutter. Because
STEEL HAWG™ CUTTERS have multiple
cutting edges, they require considerably less
downward pressure than ordinary twist drills.
STEEL HAWG™ CUTTERS work best at their
recommendeddrillrotatingspeed and with mod-
eratepressure. Excessivepressurewillonly slow
the operation and damage the cutter. Use less
feedpressurewhen slotting or notchingbecause
thereis lesssupportforthecuttingedgesinthese
situations.
8. Avoid raising the cutter before the cut is com-
plete. Keep constant pressure throughout the
entire operation to prevent chips and cuttings
from falling under the cutting edges. A loose
cuttingunderthecuttercan make cutting difficult
or impossible.
9. Whenthecutis completed, stop pumpingcutting
fluid,and withdraw the cutter whilethedrillmotor
is still rotating.
10. Turn the drill motor off.
11. When the drill has stopped, use a pliers to re-
move cuttings from the bit and arbor. Use care
to avoid damaging the carbide teeth.
12. The center pin is spring loaded and should
eject the slug when the cut is completed. Pro-
vide protection from falling slugs for people or
property below.
Lubrication
A continuous flow of lubricant is required with
these cutters. MILWAUKEE HAWG WASH™ (cut-
ting fluid) is recommended for most applications.
It is available in a case of twelve 16 oz. bottles of
concentrate,Cat. No. 49-32-0081, which will make
1 gal. of lubricant per bottle. Failure to use the
lubricant properly will cause cutter damage. When
cutting with STEEL HAWG™ CUTTERS, supply a
continuous flow of cutting fluid to the arbor. When
notching or slotting, the lubricant system may not
supply enough lubricant to the cutting area. In
these situations, the cutting fluid should be applied
directly to the area being cut.Alternative lubricants
introducedifferentcoolingand lubricatingreactions.
The operator is responsible for the application of
lubricants other than HAWG WASH™ cutting fluid.
ACCESSORIES
WARNINGTo reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the tool before attaching
orremoving accessories. Useonly specifically
recommended accessories. Others may be
hazardous.
Maintaining Tools
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a regular
maintenance program. Before use, examine the
general condition of your tool. Inspect guards,
switches, tool cord set and extension cord for
damage. Check for loose screws, misalignment,
binding of moving parts, improper mounting, bro-
ken parts and any other condition that may affect
its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the
problem corrected before further use. Do not use a
damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “DO NOT USE”
until repaired (see “Repairs”).
Undernormalconditions, relubricationisnotneces-
sary until the motor brushes need to be replaced.
After six months to one year, depending on use,
returnyourtool to thenearestMILWAUKEEservice
facility for the following:
•Lubrication
•Brush inspection and replacement
•Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spin-
dles, bearings, housing, etc.)
•Electrical inspection (switch, cord, armature, etc.)
•Testingto assure proper mechanicalandelectrical
operation
WARNINGTo reduce the risk of injury,
electric shock and damage to the tool,
never immerse your tool in liquid or allow a
liquid to flow inside the tool.
MAINTENANCE
WARNINGTo reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug your tool before performing
any maintenance. Never disassemble the tool
or try to do any rewiring on the tool’s electrical
system.Contact a MILWAUKEEservice facility
for ALL repairs.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the tool
handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use
only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean your
tool since certain cleaning agents and solvents
are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts.
Someof theseinclude:gasoline,turpentine,lacquer
thinner, paintthinner, chlorinatedcleaningsolvents,
ammonia and household detergents containing
ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible
solvents around tools.
Repairs
If your tool is damaged, return the entire tool to the
nearest service center.
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