OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug tool before attaching or remov- ing accessories or making adjustments. Use only specifically recommended accessories. Others may be hazardous.
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields. Keep hands away from the bit and all moving parts.
Two Speed Switch (Cat. No. 6236N)
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Speed Dial (Cat. No. 6230N)
MILWAUKEE Variable Speed Band Saws are equipped with a speed dial located on the side of the handle to set the maximum speed. Rotate the speed dial to “5” for maximum speed, “1” for minimum speed.
Starting and Stopping
1.To start the tool, grasp the handles firmly and pull the trigger.
2.To vary the speed (Cat. No. 6230N only), increase or decrease pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled, the greater the speed.
3.To stop the tool, release the trigger. Allow the tool to come to a complete stop before remov- ing the blade from a partial cut or laying the tool down.
Typical Application
1.Keep the blade off the workpiece until the motor has reached the selected speed.
2.Start cutting on a surface where the greatest number of teeth will be in contact with the work- piece at one time (Fig 2).
3.Place the work steady rest against the workpiece and lower the moving saw blade into the cut.
Fig. 2
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4.Do not bear down while cutting. The weight of the tool will supply adequate pressure for the fastest cutting.
5.When completing a cut, hold the tool firmly so it will not fall against the workpiece (Fig. 3).
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WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug your tool before performing any maintenance. Never disas- semble the tool or try to do any rewiring on the tool’s electrical system. Contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tools
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a regular maintenance program. Before use, examine the general condition of your tool. Inspect guards, switches, tool cord set and extension cord for damage. Check for loose screws, misalignment, binding of moving parts, improper mounting, bro- ken parts and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “DO NOT USE” until repaired (see “Repairs”).
Under normal conditions, relubrication is not neces- sary until the motor brushes need to be replaced. After six months to one year, depending on use, return your tool to the nearest MILWAUKEE service facility for the following:
•Lubrication
•Brush inspection and replacement
•Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)
•Electrical inspection (switch, cord, armature, etc.)
•Testing to assure proper mechanical and electri- cal operation
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, electric shock and damage to the tool, never immerse your tool in liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside the tool.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the tool handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean your tool since certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thin- ner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
If your tool is damaged, return the entire tool to the nearest service center.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug the tool before attaching or removing accessories. Use only specifically recommended accessories. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories refer to your MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go
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