Milwaukee HAMMERVAC M12 UDEL User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.
Cat. No.
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M12™ HAMMERVAC™ UNIVERSAL DUST EXTRACTOR

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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
WHEN USING
AN ELECTRI-
CAL DUST EX-
TRACTOR, BASIC PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: READ
ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DUST EXTRACTOR. FOR HOUSE-
HOLD OR COMMERCIAL USE. BE-
FORE USING THE DUST EXTRAC-
TOR, READ THIS OPERATOR’S
MANUAL, YOUR TOOL, BATTERY
PACK AND CHARGER OPERATOR’S
MANUALS, AND ALL LABELS ON
THE DUST EXTRACTOR, BATTERY
PACK, CHARGER AND TOOL.
WORK AREA SAFETY
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
•Dust extractors have motors and other parts that
can produce sparks during normal use. Do not
of areas where explosiveuse within 10 metres
materials may be present(such as gasoline pumps
and places where liquids like paint thinners,
cleaners, solvents, etc. are stored).
•Do not use in the presence of explosive dust,
liquids or vapours.
•Do not use where oxygen or anesthetics are used.
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention
is necessary when used by or near children.
•Use extra care when using on stairs.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•Do not pick up wet material. Do not use water to
settle dust.
•Do not handle battery pack or dust extractor with
wet hands.
PERSONAL SAFETY
•STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not use dust extractor when you
alcohol or medication causing diminished control.
•
•Wear a dust mask or use a suitable dust ex-
traction solution when working in dusty situations.
Dust particles can harm your lungs.
•Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is
Inserting battery pack in dust extractor that has the
switch on invites accidents.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of the
dust extractor in unexpected situations.
The operation of a dust extractor can result in
foreign objects being blown into eyes, which
can result in eye damage. Always wear safety
goggles or glasses with side shields marked to
comply with AS/NZS 1337.1 when operating dust
extractor.
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of body away from openings and moving parts.
•Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
USE AND CARE
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liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they
may be present.
•Do not pick up anything that is burning or smok-
ing such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
•Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall
motor or be exhausted back into the air.
•This product is suitable for collection of silica
dust when used in accordance with these in-
structions. To reduce the risk of health hazards
from other vapours or dust, do not vacuum
carcinogenic, toxic or hazardous materials
such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead,
pesticides or other health endangered materials.
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•lead from lead-based paint
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
•arseni
c 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 spe-
•Use special care when emptying heavily loaded
tanks.
•To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty dust
box after each use.
•Do not leave dust extractor unattended when
battery pack is installed. Remove battery pack
when not in use and before servicing.
•Do not put any object into openings. Do not use
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
•Maintain dust extractor. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
extractor's operation. If damaged, have the dust
extractor repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
•Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE® service facility for a
replacement.
BATTERY PACK USE AND CARE
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ignated battery packs. Use of any other battery
•
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use on
wet surfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
•Before using the battery pack or charger read
the operator’s manuals, and any labels on the
battery pack, charger and dust extractor.
Some dust created by power sanding,
construction activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
WARNING

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manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
with another battery pack.
•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
•Do not use damaged battery pack or dust extrac-
tor. If battery pack or dust extractor are not working
as they should, have been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return them to a
SERVICE
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repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
DUST EXTRACTORS
•Before using the dust extractor, read this opera-
tor’s manual, your tool, battery pack and charger
operator’s manuals, and all labels on the dust
extractor, battery pack, charger and tool.
•Always use side handle assembly with the correct
neck diameter for the rotary hammer/hammer
drill.
causing loss of control.
•Never use dust extractor without dust box and
•Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause
hearing loss.
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WARNING
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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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Side handle clamp
attachment point
1. Dust box latch
2. Depth gauge button
3. Nozzle release lever
4. Nozzle
5. Nozzle assembly
6.
Dust box with filter7.
8. Side handle clamping
collar assembly
9. Depth gauge
10. Tool and bit depth
gauge button
11. Clamp lever
12. Side handle grip
13. Bit brush
14. Power switch
15. Fuel gauge
13 12
10 11
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9
6
3 4
2
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SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
This product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
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Read Operator's Manual
Do not dispose in household rubbish
•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
•Always use side handle provided with dust
extractor when using with a rotary hammer/
hammer drill. When dust extractor is removed
from the tool, always use side handle(s) supplied
with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal
injury.
•Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the fas-
tener may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners con-
tacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts
of the power tool “live” and could give the operator
an electric shock.
READ AND
SAVE ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
trained professional for additional information or
training.
service centre.

CAUTION
HAMMERVAC™ is largely depen-
clean with water or compressed air. Remove from
dust box and tap clean.
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Installing/Removing Nozzle Assembly
To install the nozzle assembly
supplied with the tool, or acces-
sory nozzles:
1. With the nozzle assembly
pointing straight up, line up the
lugs of the nozzle assembly
with the lugs on the front of the
HAMMERVAC™. The unlock
symbol on the nozzle as-
sembly will line up with the
depth gauge on the top of the
HAMMERVAC™.
2. Turn the nozzle assembly left
or right to lock into place. The
lock symbol on the nozzle
assembly will line up with the
depth gauge on the top of the
HAMMERVAC™.
3. To remove, reverse the proce-
dure.
Installing/Removing Nozzle
Replace the nozzle:
After drilling about 1500 holes,
When the bit brush shows signs
of wear,
When suction is reduced,
When dust escapes through the
bit brush during use
To replace the Standard (Cat.
No. 14-52-0105 and Large
Cat. No. 14-52-0110) nozzles, ro-
tate the nozzle release lever up to
the open position and pull out nozzle from the lower
nozzle assembly(Cat. No. 42-20-0615).Slide the new
nozzle into the lower nozzle assembly and rotate the
nozzle release lever down to the closed position.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No..................................................M12 UDEL
Dust Box Cat. No.................................. 42-16-0580
Crevis Tool Cat. No............................... 49-90-2325
Volts............................................................12V DC
Battery Type .................................................M12™
Charger Type................................................M12™
Max depth........................................... 203 mm (8”)
Min Bit Diameter ................................ 4 mm (5/32")
Max Bit Diameter............................. 32mm (1-1/4")
Hammer Collar Sizes
Diameter Circumference
Ø 41-61 mm (1.6"-2.4") 129-192 mm (5.1"-7.5")
Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature
...................................-17°C to 51°C (0°F to 125°F)
Dust box
port
HEPA
6. If necessary, pull the
the dust box and tap
HEPA filter away from
clean. Do not clean
with water or compressed air. After about 1500
HEPA filter (Cat. No. 49-90-2306).
To install the dust box:
1. Slide the dust box into the body of the
HAMMERVAC™.
2. The dust box latches should snap into place.
NOTE: Do not operate the HAMMERVAC™ without
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
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.
WARNING
Do not charge
non-rechargeable batteries.
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
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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
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, always remove the
battery pack before removing the dust box. Do
in place.
Installing/Removing the Dust Box
and HEPA Filter
To remove the dust box:
1. Turn OFF the tool.
2. Remove the battery pack.
3.
Press the dust box latches. (1)
4. Pull the dust box away from the
1
2
HAMMERVAC™. (2)
5. Empty debris by holding away
from the user’s face and tap-
ping dust box into a trash can,
pail, or other reasonable con-
tainer. For best cleaning
results, connect a
vacuum hose with dust
extraction adaptor (Cat
No. 49-90-1959) to the
dust box port and suc-
tion out debris.

Adjusting the Side Handle Position
1. Loosen the side handle clamping collar assembly
by unscrewing the side handle grip until the side
handle clamping collar assembly rotates freely.
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3. Tighten the side handle grip securely.
Installing/Removing the Bit
Slide the bit through the nozzle and then install
into the tool according to the tool manufacturer's
instructions. For best results, use a bit 177.8mm (7")
in length or shorter.
Fitting the HAMMERVAC™ to the Tool and Bit
For proper suction and depth
Correct
Incorrect
Incorrect
control, position the nozzle as-
the forward face of the nozzle:
1. Press and hold the tool and
bit depth gauge button.
2. Push in the nozzle assembly
front face of the nozzle.
3. Release the tool and bit depth
gauge button.
NOTE: Fully extend the
HAMMERVAC™ before storing
to preserve spring life.
Setting the Drilling Depth
1. Fit the HAMMERVAC™ to the Tool and Bit.
2. Press and hold the depth gauge button and slide
the depth gauge to the desired depth. The drill-
ing depth is the last visible measurement shown
when viewed from the depth gauge on the top of
the tool. To ensure the HAMMERVAC™ is prop-
erly set to the tool, bit, and desired depth, always
drill a test hole.
OPERATION
WARNING
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mable or combustible materials. Empty dust box
completely before use.
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 suit-
able dust extraction solution.
Using the Power Switch
AUTO To set the HAMMERVAC™ to start auto-
matically as a hole is being drilled, move
.noitisopOTUAehtothctiwsrewopeht
When the nozzle assembly is pushed in,
the HAMMERVAC™ will run. NOTE: The
HAMMERVAC™ will continue to run 3-5
seconds after the tool has fully extended to
ensure all dust is captured in dust box.
ON To turn the tool ON, move the power switch
to the ON position. The HAMMERVAC™ will
run continuously.
OFF To turn the tool OFF, move the power switch
to the OFF position.
NOTE: When the HAMMERVAC™ has come to a
of debris that could become lodged.
Proper Operation
1. Empty the dust box.
NOTE: For optimal use to remove debris in the
dust box, connect a hose to a vaccum and re-
move debris.
2. Install and position the nozzle assembly to the
desired side.
3. Attach side handle clamping collar assembly and
grip to tool.
4. Fit the HAMMERVAC™ to the Tool and Bit.
5. Set the drill depth.
6. Install the battery pack.
7. Turn HAMMERVAC™ to ON or AUTO.
8. Begin use according to tool manufacturer instruc-
tions.
9. Always hold the tool securely using both handles
to maintain control.
Attaching the HAMMERVAC™ to a Rotary
Hammer/Hammer Drill
The HAMMERVAC™ is provided with a clamping
collar assembly and one side handle grip.
1. Turn OFF, remove the battery pack from the
HAMMERVAC™, and disconnect power from
the tool.
2. Remove the tool side
handle by flipping
clamp lever upwards.
3.Slide the
HAMMERVAC™ side
handle clamping col-
lar assembly over the
chuck and onto the
neck of the tool.
4. Attach the side handle
clamping collar assem-
then lower jaw.
5. Press down the clamp lever to secure the clamping
collar assembly to the HAMMERVAC™.
6. Rotate the HAMMERVAC™ and side handle grip
to the desired position and tighten securely.
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NOTE: When using the optional Crevice Tool (Cat.
No. 49-90-2325), set the drill depth to 0.
Drill Depth
Clamp
lever Upper
Jaw
Lower
Jaw

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ACCESSORIES
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
.co.nz or contact a distributor.
www.milwaukeetool.com.au / www.milwaukeetool
10. Stop and empty dust box:
• When suction decreases,
• When dust begins to come through the bit
brush.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To reduce
unplug the charge
the risk of
r and r
injury,
emove the
always
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
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal in
jury and damage, never immerse
your tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or
Cleaning
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest authorised service centre.
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.
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
cleaning 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 detergents containing ammonia. Never
use flammable or combustible solvents around
tools.

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 in Australia and New Zealand.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
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Milwaukee Tool (Australia)
21 Kelletts Road, Rowville, VIC 3178
Melbourne, Australia
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274 Church Street, Penrose,
Auckland, 1061, New Zealand
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