Milwaukee 6278-59 General Power Tool Safety Warnings, Electrical Safety, Power Tool USE and Care

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

	•Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
WORK AREA SAFETY
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or	turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
	attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
dark areas invite accidents.	result in personal injury.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-	•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable	balance at all times. This enables better control
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks	of the power tool in unexpected situations.
which may ignite the dust or fumes.	•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
•Keep children and bystanders away while	jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause	away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
you to lose control.	lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY	•If devices are provided for the connection of
•Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never	dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any	these are connected and properly used. Use of
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power	dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will	POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
reduce risk of electric shock.	•Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
•Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
	power tool for your application. The correct
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
	power tool will do the job better and safer at the
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric	rate for which it was designed.
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.	•Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
•Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
	turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase
	controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
the risk of electric shock.	be repaired.
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
	•Disconnect the plug from the power source
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
	and/or the battery pack from the power tool
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
	before making any adjustments, changing
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
	accessories, or storing power tools. Such
increase the risk of electric shock.
	preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
•When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
	starting the power tool accidentally.
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use	•Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
	dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
of electric shock.
	the power tool or these instructions to operate
•If operating a power tool in a damp location
	the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
	hands of untrained users.
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces	•Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
the risk of electric shock.
	or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
PERSONAL SAFETY	and any other condition that may affect the
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use	power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
common sense when operating a power tool. Do	power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

•Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a live wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool live and could give the operator an electric shock.

•Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

•Keep hands away from all cutting edges and moving parts.

•Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.

•WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause can- cer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•lead from lead-based paint

•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

•arsenic 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- cifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Cat.	Volts		No Load	Length
		Amps	Strokes Per	of
No.	AC
			Minute	Stroke
6278-20	120V~50-60Hz	6	500-3000	1"

EXTENSION CORDS

Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage. Refer to the table shown to determine the required minimum wire size.

The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord. When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, be sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum wire size.

Guidelines for Using Extension Cords

•If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Cana- da) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use.

•Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.

•Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge

or Extension Cords*

Nameplate			Extension Cord Length
Amperes
		25'		50'	75'	100'	150'
0 - 2.0		18		18	8	18	16
2.1	- 3.4	18		18	18	16	14
3.5	- 5.0	18		18	16	14	12
5.1	- 7.0	18		16	14	12	12
7.1 - 12.0		16		14	12	10	--
12.1	- 16.0	14		12	10	--	--
16.1	- 20.0	12		10	--	--	--

*Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes.

READ AND SAVE ALL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

not use a power tool while you are tired or under	are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A	•Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
moment of inattention while operating power tools	maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
may result in serious personal injury.	are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
	•Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
•Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such	etc., in accordance with these instructions,
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or	taking into account the working conditions and
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions	the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
will reduce personal injuries.	for operations different from those intended could
	result in a hazardous situation.
•Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting	SERVICE
to power source and/or battery pack, picking	•Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with	repair person using only identical replacement
your finger on the switch or energising power tools	parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
that have the switch on invites accidents.	tool is maintained.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No.	Volts ca	Watts	No Load	Length of
			Strokes Per Minute	Stroke
6278-59	220-230V~50Hz	600	500-3000	1"
6278-59A	220-230V~50Hz	600	500-3000	1"
6278-59B	127V~50Hz	600	500-3000	1"

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