Milwaukee Rattle Stick User manual

69 Lincoln Blvd. Ste A-311 Lincoln, CA 95648

Table of Contents
1. Intro, User Responsibility
2. Reservation, Transportation, and Storage
3. Getting Started: Work Area Safety, Common Sense, PPE
4. Warranty
5. Maintenance
6. Maintenance (Continued)
7. Recommended Lubricant
8. Troubleshooting
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1
WARNING! If used incorrectly the machine can cause injury.
Please read the Operator’s Manual thoroughly making sure you understand how to use the machine
before use. Always wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, eye protection, hearing
protection, and a hard hat. Jobsites might require certain protective equipment be used due to
national and local regulations and insurance policies. Make sure you check with the jobsite foreman
for requirements before work begins.
Dear Customer,
Welcome to the Rattle Stick Concrete Tools family, our
intent to deliver the best products as possible. Delivering
innovative, well-built, ergonomic, cost-effective products
is our goal to help you do the best job possible. Safety,
and innovation are our cornerstone of design
This Operator’s Manual is a valuable document. Make
sure it is always accessible when using the machine. If
you lend or sell this machine, make sure that this
document is also transferred, so the new user will know
how to effectively use and maintain it.
User Responsibility
It is the owner’s / employer’s responsibility to ensure that
the operator is trained and has sufficient knowledge
about how to use this machine safely. Supervisors and
operators must read and understand the Operators
Manual. They must be aware of the safety instructions,
limitations, proper use and maintenance. Local and
national legislation may regulate the use of this machine.
Find out what legislations are applicable in your location
before use.

2
Rattle Stick Concrete Tools Reservation
All the information and data in this Operator’s Manual was
up to date at the time the Operator’s Manual was sent to
print. Rattle Stick Concrete Tools, research and
development are continually working on product
development and improvements. Therefore, we reserve
the right to modify the design, appearance, and features of
the product without prior notice.
Transportation and Storage
After work is completed, remove the Rattle Stick from the
float and thoroughly wipe down before the concrete has
time to setup. DO NOT USE A PRESSURE WASHER OR
SUBMERGE IN WATER! There are sensitive electronics
and not all areas can be watertight. Secure the equipment
during transportation to avoid transport damage and
accidents. Store in a lockable area so that it is not able to
be accessed by children or unauthorized persons.
Vibration Warning
WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage and or nerve damage,
especially in people who have impaired circulation. Contact your doctor if you experience
symptoms of overexposure to vibration. Symptoms include numbness, loss of feeling, tingling,
pricking, pain, loss of strength, and changes in skin color and condition. These conditions normally
occur in the fingers, hands or wrists and can be further increased in cold temperatures.

3
Observe your surroundings to ensure nothing can
affect your control of the machine.
Observe your surroundings to ensure there is no risk
of people or animals that can encounter the machine
while in operation.
Do not use machine in bad weather, such as heavy
rain, strong winds, intense cold, or heavy fog.
Working in such weather is trying and can lead to
difficult situations.
Ensure that the work area is sufficiently illuminated to
create a safe working environment.
Make sure that there are no overhead or other
electrical cables routed in the working area that poles
could in contact with. Make sure that the work area is
clear, clean, and free of obstacles that can cause trips
or spills.
Work Area Safety Common Sense
It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation.
Exercise care and use common sense if you get into a
situation where you feel unsafe. Stop and seek expert
advice by contacting Rattle Stick Concrete Tools, a service
dealer, or an experienced user. Do not attempt any task
that you are unsure of.
Personal Protective Equipment
You must use approved personal protective equipment
whenever you use the machine. Personal protective
equipment cannot eliminate injury, but it will reduce the
degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer
for help in choosing the right protective equipment. Anti
vibration gloves are recommended.
Before Starting
Inspect equipment to ensure that there are no loose parts
or other obvious damage. If there are do not use until the
problems are corrected. Make sure that routine
maintenance has been completed. (See page 5)
In the Box
Rattle Stick EX vibrator, adapter sleeve, carrying case and
warranty.

4
Any reproduction of any piece of this tool is prohibited & protected under U.S. and Foreign Patent rights and subject to
prosecution
Rattle Stick Concrete Tools Warranty
Rattle Stick is under warranty for 1 Year, from date of purchase. (proof of purchase required)
Rattle Stick warrants that its product is free from defects in material andworkmanship for 1 year from the day of
purchase and provided that the product upon examination by Rattle Stick discloses that it is defective.
This warranty does not extend to any part of our product that has been deemed damaged by normal wear/ tear, misuse,
accident, used in violation of the instructions, tampered with, or altered.
Note: Warranty Registration not required. Proof of purchase and a copy of this warranty card is required for warranty
verification. Serial number and proof of purchase will be used to determine if product is still under warranty.
Serial # RS
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which is (are)
known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For information visit P65warnings.ca.gov

Twist style speed
control. Turn
completely left to
click power off.
5
Rattle Stick Tool Maintenance
Use the sleeve with thin wall
chain or EZ tilt style float
heads. Remove for heavy wall
adapters like Kraft Knuckle
Head II and RED-K2.
Never tighten the 2 motor
bolts they are factory
torqued. Additional torque
will cause failure.
Remove cap to oil bearing.
If it is wet already DO NOT OIL.
Only apply 2 -3 drops when needed. A dry bearing will
cause overheating and failure. Thick oils and grease will
also cause failure. Only use high speed thin as water oils.
3 in 1 PTFE, 3 in 1 Penetrant.
Big handles slip
over backwards,
small handles go
inside.
Technical Data
Motor 18-20VDC
Twist Knob Variable Speed Control
Weight 5lbs
Dimensions 30” x 2.25”
Cap Bolts 1/4 -20 x 3/8"
Socket Size 3/8” SAE

Rattle Stick Tool Maintenance
6
WARNING ~ REMOVE BATTERY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE TO AVOID
INJURY Important: Do not get any water, concrete, dirt, or debris inside tool! This will void
warranty.
Remove the float end to expose the main bearing and
apply 1-2 drops lubricant as needed, if the bearing is
wet, do not lubricate. Be careful it comes out fast. Too
much oil can damage electrical parts
Never torque or change the factory torque on the motor
screws, this will void the warranty.
Only use the recommended lubricant for your Rattle Stick.
(See page 7)

7
DON’T EVER USE motor oil or any thick lubricant this will void your warranty and will burn up the
motor. NO GREASE, MOTOR OIL OR AIR TOOL OIL (do not use the 3 in 1 for ¼ HP Motors)
Just the two listed below 3 in 1 PTFE lubricant for the bearing. If 3 in 1 is not available in your
area, you may use other lubricant as long as it is thin as water
3-in-1 PTFE Lubricant
Available at Lowes
Recommended Lubricant
3-in-1 Penetrant
Available at Lowes

Troubleshooting
8
Lack of vibration
Over heating
No power/loss of variable
speed
Fits Loose into float adapter
Not bringing up the cream
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Dry bearing
Dry bearing
Water damage switch or ECU
Missing sleeve adapter
Float pitch too flat, moving
too fast
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Oil bearing
Oil bearing
Send in for repair
Put sleeve adapter on
Roll float on the edge and
slow down
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Problem Causes Fix