Milwaukee HEAVY DUTY M12 FTB User manual

Cat. No.
M12 FTB
M12 FUEL™ LOW SPEED TYRE BUFFER
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifica-
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WORK AREA SAFETY
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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.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
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.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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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.
•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.
•
•Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the oႇ-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.
•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.
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POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
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•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.
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 oႇ. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
•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 aႇect 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 diႇerent 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.
•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.
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.
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.

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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 authorised service providers.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
TYRE BUFFER
Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, Sanding,
and Polishing Operations:
•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 expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or tem-
perature above 130°C (265°F) 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.
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.
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•This power tool is intended to function as a
grinder, sander, or polisher tool. Read all safety
warnings, instructions, illustrations and speci-
fications provided with this power tool.Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
•Do not use accessories which are not spe-
ci fically designed and recommended 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 grinding accessories
must be at least equal to the maximum speed
marked on the power tool. Grinding accessories
running faster than their rated speed can break
and fly apart.
•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 controlled.
•
The arbor size of wheels, sanding drum or any
other accessory must properly fit the spindle or
collet of 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.
•Mandrel mounted wheels, sanding drums, cut-
ters or other accessories must be fully inserted
into the collet or chuck. If the mandrel is insuႈ-
ciently held and/or the overhang of the wheel is too
long, the mounted wheel may become loose and be
ejected at high velocity.
•Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each
use inspect the accessory such as abrasive
wheels for chips and cracks, sanding drum for
cracks, tear or excess wear. If power tool or ac-
cessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install
an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and
installing an accessory, position yourself and
•Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring.
Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
•Always hold the tool firmly in your hand(s) dur-
ing the start-up. The reaction torque of the motor,
as it accelerates to full speed, can cause the tool
to twist.
•Use clamps to support workpiece whenever
practical. Never hold a small workpiece in one
hand and the tool in the other hand while in use.
Clamping a small workpiece allows you to use your
hand(s) to control the tool. Round material such as
dowel rods, pipes or tubing have a tendency to roll
while being cut, and may cause the bit to bind or
jump toward you.
•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.
•After changing the bits or making any adjust-
ments, make sure the collet nut, chuck or any
other adjustment devices are securely tightened.
Loose adjustment devices can unexpectedly shift,
causing loss of control, loose rotating components
will be violently thrown.
•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.
•Do not operate the power tool near flammable
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, sanding band, 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. For
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
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Wear personal protective equipment.
Depending on application, use face shield,
safety goggles or safety glasses marked to
comply with AS/NZS 1337.1. 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 stopping flying
debris generated by various operations. The dust
mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating
particles generated by your operation. 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 of workpiece or of a broken accessory
may fly away and cause injury beyond immediate
area of operation.

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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.
SYMBOLOGY
Cat. No..................................................... M12 FTB
Volts............................................................ 12V DC
Volts
Direct Current
Rated Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Read Operator's Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Battery Type .................................................M12™
Charger Type................................................M12™
Rated RPM......................................... 0-1200/2500
Quick Change Adaptor
Max Buffing Accessory Ø ............. 80 mm (3-1/8")
Recommended Ambient
Max Drilling Accessory
Ø ................... 9.5 mm (3/8")
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Operating Temperature................... -17°C to 51°C
1. Collet
2. Mode selector
3. Fuel gauge
4. Handle
5. LED
6. Paddle switch
7. Switch lock-o
•Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and posi-
•Use special care when working corners, sharp
tion your body and arm to allow you to resist
kickback forces. The operator can control kickback
forces, if proper precautions are taken.
example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched
by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is enter-
ing 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 move-
ment at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may
also break under these conditions. Kickback is the
result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operat-
ing procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
create frequent kickback and loss of control.
•Do not attach a toothed saw blade. Such blades
edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the ac-
cessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a
tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause
loss of control or kickback.
•Always feed the bit into the material in the same
direction as the cutting edge is exiting from the
material (which is the same direction as the
chips are thrown). Feeding the tool in the wrong
direction causes the cutting edge of the bit to climb
out of the work and pull the tool in the direction of
this feed.
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Additional Safety Warnings
WARNING
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•Do not use the battery pack as leverage. 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.
•
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
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, 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.
Do not charge non-rechargeable
batteries.
When using rotary files, high-speed cutters or
tungsten carbide cutters, always have the work
securely clamped. These wheels will grab if they
become slightly canted in the groove, and can
kickback. When a cut-off wheel grabs, the wheel
itself usually breaks. When the rotary file,
high-speed cutter or tungsten carbide cutter grabs,
it may jump from the groove and you could lose
control of the tool.
To reduce the risk of injury, when
working in dusty situations, wear
appropriate respiratory protection or use a
suitable 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
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.
Wear safety glasses
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specified for the battery. For spe-
cific charging instructions, read the operator’s
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.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
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of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Only use accessories with Maximum Safe Operat-
ing Speed rated at least equal to the maximum
speed marked on the power tool. This speed is
based on the strength of the accessory, allow-
ing for a reasonable measure of safety. It is not
meant to imply a best or most eႈcient operating
speed. Do not exceed the Maximum Safe Operat-
ing Speed.
Accessories
Points, cones, plugs, grinding wheels and cut-oႇ
wheels should be protected from:
Installing Accessories
1.
2.
Remove dust and debris from the collet body
before inserting accessory.
Insert the collet with the collet nut attached into the
collet body. Thread the collet nut onto the spindle
but do not tighten it yet.
3.
•wetness and extreme humidity
•any type of solvent
•extreme changes in temperature
•dropping and bumping
Points, cones, plugs, grinding wheels and cut-oႇ
wheels should be stored:
•in an organised way so points, cones, plugs or
wheels can be removed without disturbing or dam-
aging other points, cones, plugs or wheels
•with their safety information
Points, cones, plugs, grinding wheels and cut-oႇ
wheels should NOT be dropped, rolled or bumped.
Discard points, cones, plugs, or wheels that have
been dropped, rolled, bumped, subjected to extreme
changes in temperature, or come into contact with
solvents or wetness.
Collet Mandrel
Accessory
4. Hold the spindle shaft steady with a 1/2" open end
wrench and securely tighten the collet nut with an
11/16" open end wrench.
5. Reverse the procedure when removing the ac-
cessory.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury
securely tighten the collet to the
, always
grinders and clean mandrels before inserting
them into the collet. Otherwise the high-speed
rotation of the tool could force the accessory to
Mode Drilling Mode
RPM 0-1,200 0-2,500
Buႈng Mode
fly out of the collet.
OPERATION
WARNING
Fuel Gauge
To determine the amount of charge left in the battery,
turn the tool ON. The Fuel Gauge will light up for 2-3
seconds. When less than 10% of charge is left, 1 light
on the fuel gauge will flash 4 times.
To signal the end of charge, 1 light on the fuel gauge
will flash 8 times and the tool will not run. Charge
the battery pack.
If the battery becomes too hot, the fuel gauge lights
will flash in an alternating pattern and the tool will not
run. Allow the battery to cool down.
Using the Mode Selector
The mode selector button is used to adjust
the rotation speed (RPM) for the applica-
tion.
To select the mode:
Push the mode selector forward to select
buႈng mode.
This is used inside the
inner liner of the tyre.
Push the mode selector button downward
to select drilling mode. This application
Clean the accessory mandrel, then insert it a
minimum of 25 mm (1") into the collet. The
mandrel will overhang the collet and the
accessory about 13 mm (1/2").
Overhang about
13 mm (1/2")
Insert mandrel
a minimum of 25 mm (1") inside the collet
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.
is used on the inside and outside of the
tyre.

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General Operation
1. If you have just installed an accessory or are
beginning a period of work, test it by letting it spin
for one minute before applying it to the workpiece.
2. Use a clamp, vice or other practical means to
hold your work.
3. To start the tool, push the switch lock-oforward
(1) and squeeze the paddle switch (2). NOTE: An
LED is turned on when the switch is pulled.
4. Allow accessory to come to full speed before
beginning work.
5. To vary the speed, increase or decrease pressure
on the switch. The further the switch is pulled, the
greater the speed.
6. Control pressure and surface contact between ac-
cessory and workpiece.
tool comes to a complete stop before laying the
tool down.
7. To stop the tool, release the switch. Make sure the
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal in-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
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
allow a liquid to flow inside them.
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-
gents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or
combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest authorised service centre.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
Never bang accessories onto
work. Too much pressure causes
accessory failure or slows speed.
WARNING
Never use an accessory that has
been dropped. Out-of-balance or
damaged accessories can mar workpiece,
damage the tool, and cause stress that may
cause accessory failure.
If the tyre buffer begins vibrating, immediately
stop the motor and check to see if the
accessory is dull. Dull accessories will cause
the tool to vibrate and could force the collet to
fly off the tool. Always replace or sharpen dull
accessories.
Accessories are designed for specific uses. Only
use points, cones, plugs, grinding wheels and
cut-off wheels for applications for which they were
designed. Follow manufacturer's care and use
instructions.
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 aff ect 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
www.milwaukeetool.com.au/
www.milwaukeetool.co.nz or contact a distributor.
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WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
SERVICE - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
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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
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