Operation Warning; Maintenance - Milwaukee M12 DE Operator's Manual

operaTion
warning
and injury, do not use to pick up flammable
or combustible materials.
warning
injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with
side shields and dust mask. Empty dust box
completely before use.
NOTE:
When using the optional Crevice Tool
accessory (Cat. No. 49-90-2325), set the drill
depth to 0.
Using the Power switch
AUTO To set the HAMMERVAC™ to start auto-
matically as a hole is being drilled, move
the power switch to the AUTO position.
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.
Proper Operation
1. Empty the dust box.
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 in-
structions.
9. Always hold the tool securely using both handles
to maintain control.
10. Stop and empty dust box:
• When suction decreases
or
• When dust begins to come through the bit
brush.
To reduce the risk of fire
To reduce the risk of

mainTenance

warning
always unplug the charger and remove the
battery pack from the charger or tool before
performing any maintenance. Never disas-
semble the tool, battery pack or charger.
Contact a milwaukee service facility for
All repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
After six months to one year, depending on use,
return the tool, battery pack and charger to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for:
• Lubrication
• Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spin-
dles, bearings, housing, etc.)
• Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger,
motor)
• Testing to assure proper mechanical and
electrical operation
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.
WARNING
injury and damage, never immerse your tool, battery
pack or charger in liquid or allow
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from charger
vents. Keep tool handles clean, dry and free of oil
or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth
to clean the tool, battery pack and charger since
certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to
plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these
include petrol, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint
thinner, chlorinated
and household detergents
Never use flammable
around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest service center, please visit
www.milwaukeetools.com.au /
www.milwaukeetools.co.nz or
contact our customer service centre
(Australia Toll Free Telephone Number 1300 361 505)
(New Zealand Toll Free Telephone Number
0800 279 624).
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
before changing or removing accessories.
Only use accessories specifically recommended
for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories, refer to your
MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go online to
www.milwaukeetools.com.au /
www.milwaukeetools.co.nz.
To obtain a catalog, contact your local distributor or
service center.
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To reduce the risk of injury,
To reduce the risk of personal
cleaning solvents,
containing
or combustible
Always remove battery pack
and tool
ammonia
ammonia.
solvents