Operation - Milwaukee M12 2534-20 Operator's Manual

SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
WARNING
edges and moving parts. Blade is
sharp. Laceration and amputation
can occur.
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Power button
Mode button
Full Capacity
Half Capacity
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.
US
C
ASSEMBLY
Recharge only with the charger
WARNING
specified for the battery. For spe-
cific charging instructions, read the operator's
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.
Always close the blades and re-
WARNING
move the battery pack any time the
tool is not in use.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
Only use accessories specifically
WARNING
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Always remove battery pack before changing or
removing accessories specifically recommended
for this tool.
Removing/Installing the Cutting Blade
Replace the blade when it becomes dull or chipped.
A blade is dull when the blade edge appears rounded
or damaged.
Use only MILWAUKEE blade Cat. No. 48-44-2769.
Blade is sharp. Keep hands away
WARNING
from cutting edge. Laceration can
occur.
1. Close the blades. The cutting edge of the blade
should be covered by the lower jaw.
2. Remove the battery pack.
3. To remove, use a 5 mm
hex wrench to unfasten
the screws holding the
cutting blade.
4. Remove the locking cap
screw.
5. Pull blade out of slot.
6. To install, push blade
into slot lining up the holes.
Keep hands away
from all cutting
Screws
Locking
cap screw
7. Replace and tighten screws to secure blade
in place. For best results, after installation of
a new locking cap screw allow 24 hours for
the threadlocker to cure before using the tool.

OPERATION

To reduce the risk of injury, always
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wear proper eye protection marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Always remove battery pack before changing or
removing accessories specifically recommended
for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of explosion, electric shock, and
property damage, never cut gas lines, electrical
lines, or water lines.
To reduce the risk of injury, always move blades
to the fully closed position before storing and
any time the shears are not in use.
Do not cut short pieces of plant material that put
fingers near cutting and support blades.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times.
Blade is sharp. Keep hands away from all cutting
edges. Laceration and amputation can occur.
In applications where it is necessary to support
surrounding material (supporting a branch, mov-
ing leaves/denser debris out of the way):
• Keep free hand clear of the shears and out of
the cutting path.
• Maintain a firm grip on the branch being cut.
• Do not cross arms or overreach.
• Always cut away from yourself.
• Avoid excess flexing or tension on the branch
being cut.
Fuel Gauge
To determine the amount of charge left in the battery,
turn the tool ON. The Fuel Gauge will light up for 2-3
seconds. When less than 10% of charge is left, 1 light
on the fuel gauge will flash 4 times.
To signal the end of charge, 1 light on the fuel gauge
will flash 8 times and the tool will not run. Charge
the battery pack.
If the battery becomes too hot, the fuel gauge lights
will flash and the tool will not run. Allow the battery
to cool down.
Using the Cutting Modes
Full Capacity mode opens the blades all the way
for larger diameter pruning.
Half Capacity mode opens the blades partially for
smaller, more repetitive cuts.
Push the mode select button to toggle between the
modes. The blades must open to initiate mode selec-
tion. Hold the lock-off button and press the trigger to
lock in the desired mode.
General Operating
1. To turn the tool on, press the power button.
2. Press the mode select button to select the correct
application for pruning. If changing modes, hold
the lock-off button and press the trigger to lock in
the desired mode.
3. Place material in between the cutting blade and
support blade.
4. Hold the lock-off button and push the trigger to
make a cut.
5. After a period of inactivity, the tool will automati-
cally turn off.
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