Milwaukee M12 BCST User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Cat. No.
M12 BCST
M12™ CABLE STAPLER
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-
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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
•
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.
•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
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) 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
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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.
•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 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
actuation, resulting in serious injury.
WARNING
•Always assume that the tool contains fasten-
ers. Careless handling of the stapler can result in
•Do not point the tool towards yourself or anyone
nearby. Unexpected triggering will discharge the
fastener causing an injury.
•Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is placed
If the tool is not in
contact with the workpiece, the fastener may be
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•Disconnect the tool from the power source when
the fastener jams in the tool. While removing
a jammed fastener, the tool may be accidentally
activated if it is plugged in.
•Use caution while removing a jammed fastener.
The mechanism may be under compression and the
fastener may be forcefully discharged while attempt-
ing to free a jammed condition.
•When fastening electrical cables, make sure the
cables are not energized. Hold the tacker only
by insulated gripping surfaces. Use only fasten-
ers designed for electrical cable installations.
Inspect that the fastener has not damaged the
insulation of the electrical cables. A fastener that
damages the insulation of electrical cables can lead
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mended.
tool by the tool manufacturer may result in a risk of
injury to persons or damage to the tool.
•Prior to each use, check workpiece contact and
trigger for correct operation. Do not disassemble
or clamp parts of the workpiece contact, trigger, or
driving mechanism. This will cause unexpected
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding,
•Do not engage in horseplay. The discharged
fasteners are projectiles capable of causing seri-
ous injury.
•Do not remove, tamper with, or otherwise cause
the tool operating controls to become inoper-
able. This will cause unexpected actuation, resulting
in serious injury.
•Do not operate a tool if any portion of the tool
operating controls is inoperable, disconnected,
altered, or not working properly. This will cause
unexpected actuation, resulting in serious injury.
•Always keep hands and body away from dis-
charge area of the tool. Never attempt to clear
a jammed workpiece contact by grasping the
discharge area of the tool. Fasteners discharged
from tool can cause serious injury if they contact
hands or body.
•Do not drive fasteners close to the edge of the
workpiece.
edges or penetrate through thin material, making
them projectiles capable of causing serious injury.
•Use the tool only for the intended purpose. Do
not abuse the tool. Do not use as a hammer, stamp
or engrave information onto parts, drop or impact
the tool or otherwise apply excess force to the tool
in use. Do not mount the tool to stands or modify it
for stationary use.
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
•
•
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.
•
•
Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE®service facility for a
replacement.
•
This tool is intended to be used at ground level and
not on ladders or other unstable supports.
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.
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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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
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any time the tool is not in use.
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 the battery pack
WARNING
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
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Installing/Removing Fasteners
1.
2.
To install fasteners:
3.
4.
5. Push the magazine back in until it snaps closed.
To remove fasteners:
Remove battery pack.
Pinch the magazine latch and and pull magazine
all the way out until the magazine clicks into place.
Insert the fasteners into the magazine channel.
The fastener legs should point outwards away from
the tool body.
SYMBOLOGY
1. Remove battery pack.
2.
3. Pinch the magazine latch and and pull magazine
all the way out until the magazine clicks into place.
4. Remove the fasteners.
Volts
Direct Current
Keep hands away
Risk of electric shock.
Always wear eye protection
Read Operator's Manual
WARNING
WARNING
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.
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.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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2
3
4
5
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1.
2. Trigger
3. Handle
4. Battery gauge
5. Battery bay
6. Magazine
Workpiece contact
bracket
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No................................................. M12 BCST
Volts........................................................... 12V DC
Battery Type .................................................M12™
Charger Type................................................M12™
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature................... -17°C to 51°C
Staple Type ......... MILWAUKEE® 1" Cable Staples
Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing
fasteners. To reduce the risk of injury, always
wear proper eye protection marked to comply
with AS/NZS 1337.1.
WARNING
Always point the tool away from
yourself and others when
installing fasteners. Failure to do so could result
in injury.
Use only MILWAUKEE®1" Cable
Staples. Other fasteners could
WARNING
result in tool malfunction, leading to injury.
WARNING
Always point the tool away from
yourself and others when
installing fasteners. Failure to do so could result
in injury.
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OPERATION
WARNING
WARNING
1. Insert battery pack.
2. Line up the fastener to the workpiece. Press the
workpiece contact bracket to the workpiece and
Reload Indicator
To indicate that the magazine is empty of fasteners ,
the workpiece contact will not compress, preventing
operation under usual pressure. Install more fasten-
ers to continue working.
WARNING
Know what is behind your
workpiece. A fastener could travel
through the workpiece and out the other side,
striking a bystander and causing serious injury.
Lower the power adjustment to prevent the
fastener from being pushed all the way through
the workpiece.
To reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others,
test the tool before beginning work each day ac-
cording to the "Required Daily Testing" section.
Remove battery pack and fasteners before leav-
ing the work area, moving the tool to another
location, or handing the tool to another person.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
When fastening electrical cables, make sure the
cables are not energized. Hold the tacker only by
insulated gripping surfaces. Use only fasteners
designed for electrical cable installations. Inspect
that the fastener has not damaged the insulation
of the electrical cables. A fastener that damages
the insulation of electrical cables can lead to
NEVER wedge or hold back the workpiece con-
tact mechanism during operation of the tool.
Never attempt to clear a jammed workpiece con-
tact by grasping the discharge area of the tool.
Doing so could result in serious injury.
To avoid serious injury, do not attempt to prevent
the work. Keep face and body away from the
tool. During normal use, the tool will recoil im-
mediately after driving a fastener. This is a normal
tool do the work, and do not place a second hand
on top of the tool.
Actuation Operation
To avoid serious injury, do not attempt to prevent
the work. Keep face and body away from the
tool. During normal use, the tool will recoil im-
mediately after driving a fastener. This is a normal
tool do the work, and do not place a second hand
on top of the tool.
Setting the Power Adjustment
The power of the drive can be adjusted to account for
the size of the fastener and the workpiece material.
1. Drive a test fastener.
2. Remove battery pack.
3.
4. Turn the power adjustment up or down to increase
or decrease the power.
5. Repeat until desired power is reached.
Clearing a Jammed Fastener
Most jams are caused by a fastener or part of a
fastener wedging between the driver blade and the
stapler guide. Fastener strips with a wrong fastener
gauge may cause continuous jamming. To clear
the jam:
REQUIRED DAILY TESTING
WARNING
1. Remove battery pack.
2.
3. Remove fastener strip from magazine.
4. Pull down on the magazine latch and pull maga-
zine away from the tool.
5. Remove the fastener and other debris (use needle-
nose pliers if necessary).
6. Follow the steps under "Required Daily Testing"
before restarting the work.
Always point tool away from yourself and others.
1. Remove battery pack.
2.
3. Check all screws, bolts, nuts, and pins on the tool.
Any loose fasteners must be tightened.
4. Pinch the magazine latch and pull magazine out
from tool. Press the workpiece contact against a
workpiece. It must move smoothly.
To reduce the risk of injury,
always wear proper eye
protection marked to comply with
AS/NZS 1337.1.
To reduce the risk of injury,
always wear safety goggles or
glasses with side shields. The operator and
other people in the work area must wear eye
protection in accordance with AS/NZS 1337.1.
Eye protection does not fit all operators in the
same way. Make sure the eye protection chosen
has side shields or provides protection from
flying debris both from the front and sides. The
employer is responsible for enforcing the use of
eye protection by the operator and other people
in the work area. When required, wear head
protection in accordance with ANSI Z89.1.
WARNING
Always point the tool away from
yourself and others when
installing or removing fasteners. Failure to do so
could result in injury.
WARNING
NEVER wedge or hold back the
workpiece contact mechanism
during operation of the tool. Never attempt to
clear a jammed workpiece contact by grasping
the discharge area of the tool. Doing so could
result in serious injury.
WARNING
Always point the tool away from
yourself and others when
installing fasteners. Failure to do so could result
in injury.
WARNING
Always point the tool away from
yourself and others when
installing fasteners. Failure to do so could result
in injury.
To reduce the risk of injury to
yourself and others, test the tool
before beginning work each day or if the tool is
dropped, received a sharp blow, been run over,
etc. Complete the following checklist IN ORDER.
If the tool does not work as it should, contact a
MILWAUKEE®service facility immediately.

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6.
7.
5. With the workpiece contact pressed against the
workpiece, pull the trigger. It must move smoothly.
Insert battery pack.
Make sure the magazine is still pulled out. Holding
the workpiece contact away from the workpiece,
pull and hold trigger for 5 seconds. The tool must
not operate. Release the trigger.
9. If all previous tests work properly, set the tool for your
work. Select the operation and load fastener strips.
10.If all tests operate properly, the tool is ready for
use. Repeat these tests before use each day or if
the tool is dropped, received a sharp blow, been
run over, jammed, etc.
WARNING
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
Cleaning
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 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 ÀDPPDEOH or
combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest authorised service centre.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
Maintaining Tool
MAINTENANCE
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 repairs.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
milwaukeetool.com.au / milwaukeetool.co.nz or
contact a distributor.
To reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage, never
immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in
liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

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.
961014379-01(A)
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