Milwaukee M18 CAG125XPDB Operator's Manual page 7

USING CUT-OFF WHEELS
WARNING
installed when using a cut-off wheel to provide
maximum protection for the operator if the
wheel should break.
Type "1" Cut-Off Wheels are suited for small cut-off
and shallow notching operations only.
When using a cut-off wheel, hold the tool as shown,
using only the edge of the wheel.
Fig. 4
WARNING
Wheel (as in grinding) will cause the Wheel
to crack and break, resulting in serious per-
sonal injury.
USING GRINDING WHEELS
WARNING
the operator should be instructed in the use,
care and protection of grinding wheels.
Grinding Wheel Selection
Use grinding wheels, and accessories that are:
• correct size as written on tool's nameplate.
• rated at or above the RPM listed on the tool's
nameplate.
• correct accessory, wheel type and grit for the job.
Grinding is the cutting action of thousands of abra-sive
grains on the face of a grinding wheel. When grinding
metals such as steel and iron, choose an aluminum oxide
grinding wheel. Select a silicon carbide grinding wheel for
stone and concrete. Use cotton reinforced wheels for
non-ferrous metals.
Type 27 Reinforced 1/8" (3.18 mm) thick or less Cut-Off
Wheels are suited for small cut-off and shallow notching
operations only. Always handle wheels carefully to avoid
damage. Before installing any wheel, always inspect it for
cracks. If wheel is cracked, discard it to prevent others
from using it.
Care of Grinding and Cut-Off Wheels
Grinding/cut-off wheels should be protected from:
• wetness and extreme humidity
• any type of solvent
• extreme changes in temperature
• dropping and bumping
Grinding and cut-off wheels should be stored:
• in an organized way so wheels can be removed without
disturbing or damaging other wheels
• with their safety information
A Type "1" guard must be
Using the face of a Cut-Off
To reduce the risk of injury,
Grinding and cut-off wheels should NOT be
dropped, rolled or bumped.
Discard wheels that have been dropped, rolled,
bumped, subjected to extreme changes in tempera-
ture, or come into contact with solvents or wetness.
Grinding
When grinding, hold tool at a 5
constant pressure for a uniform finish. Too great an
angle causes concentrated pressure on small areas
which may gouge or burn work surface.
Fig. 5
For best result use only this portion of disc
USING WIRE BRUSHES
WARNING
wear protective clothing and safety goggles
or face shields. Fatigued wires and residue
will fly off the brush with considerable force,
causing potential for serious injury.
Wire brushes are useful for removing rust, scale,
burrs, weld slag, etc.
Always install wire cup brushes according to the
accessory manufacturer's instructions.
Fig. 6
WARNING
wheel brushes are directed towards the op-
erator, a guard must be used to protect the
operator when fatigued wires break.
When using a wire wheel brush, install guard ac-
cording to "Installing/Removing Accessories".
Fig. 7
7
to 15 angle, using
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Hold at a
5° to 15°
Everyone in the area must
Wire Cup Brush
Because the wires on wire
Wire Wheel Brush
Guard
angle