Maintenance - Milwaukee M18 BJS User Manual

Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short circuit risk).
No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the charger (short
circuit risk).
Use only System M18 chargers for charging System M18 battery packs. Do not
use battery packs from other systems.
Never break open battery packs and chargers and store only in dry rooms. Keep
dry at all times.
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load or extreme
temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid wash it off immediately with
soap and water. In case of eye contact rinse thoroughly for at least 10 minutes
and immediately seek medical attention.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
This jig saw can cut wood, plastic and metal; it can cut straight lines, bevels,
curves, and internal cut-outs.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use.
BATTERIES
Battery packs which have not been used for some time should be recharged
before use.
Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance of the battery
pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk of overheating).
The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully charged, after use.
To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack from the
charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27°C and away from
moisture.
Store the battery packs in a 30% - 50% charged condition.
Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
BATTERY PACK PROTECTION LI-ION BATTERY
The battery pack has overload protection that protects it from being overloaded
and helps to ensure long life.
Under extreme stress the battery electronics switch off the machine automatically.
To restart, switch the machine off and then on again. If the machine does not start
up again, the battery pack may have discharged completely. In this case it must
be recharged in the battery charger.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation
requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with local, national
and international provisions and regulations.
• The user can transport the batteries by road without further requirements.
• Commercial transport of Lithium-Ion batteries by third parties is subject to
Dangerous Goods regulations.
Transport preparation and transport are exclusively to be carried out by
appropriately trained persons and the process has to be accompanied by
corresponding experts.
When transporting batteries:
• Ensure that battery contact terminals are protected and insulated to prevent
short circuit.
• Ensure that battery pack is secured against movement within packaging.
• Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leak.
Check with forwarding company for further advice

MAINTENANCE

The ventilation slots of the machine must be kept clear at all times.
Use only Milwaukee accessories and spare parts. Should components need to be
replaced which have not been described, please contact one of our Milwaukee
service agents (see our list of guarantee/service addresses).
If needed, an exploded view of the tool can be ordered.
Please state the serial No. as well as the machine type printed on the label and
order the drawing at your local service agents.
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CAUTION! WARNING! DANGER!
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on
the machine.
Please read the instructions carefully before starting the
machine.
Wear gloves!
Wear ear protectors!
Accessory - Not included in standard equipment,
available as an accessory.
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.
Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling
advice and collection point.
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