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Troubleshooting
If the blade does not follow a straight line:
• Teeth are dull. This is caused by hitting a
hard object such as a nail or stone, dull-
ing teeth on one side. The blade tends to
cut to the side with the sharpest teeth.
• Shoe is out of line or bent
• Blade is bent
• Blade is loose.
If the blade binds, smokes or turns blue
from friction:
• Blade is dull
• Blade is on backwards
• Blade is bent
• Blade is dirty
• Workpiece is not properly supported
• Incorrect blade is being used
• Battery charge is low
Electric Brake
The electric brake engages when the trig-
ger is released, causing the blade to stop
and allowing you to proceed with your work.
Generally, the saw blade stops within two
seconds. However, there may be a delay
between the time you release the trigger
and when the brake engages. Occasionally
the brake may miss completely. If the brake
misses frequently, the saw needs servicing
by an authorized MILWAUKEE service facil-
ity. The brake is not a substitute for the guard,
and you must always wait for the blade to
stop completely before removing the saw
from the workpiece.
Cold Weather Operation
The V28 Lithium-Ion battery pack can be
used in temperatures down to -4°F. When
the battery pack is very cold, it may pulse for
the fi rst minute of use to warm itself up. Put
the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in
a light application. After about a minute, the
pack will have warmed itself up and operate
normally.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in
good repair by adopting a regular maintenance
program. After six months to one year, depend-
ing on use, return the tool, battery pack and
charger to a MILWAUKEE service facility for:
• Lubrication
• Brush inspection and replacement
• Mechanical inspection and cleaning
(gears, spindles, bearings, housing,
etc.)
• Electrical inspection (battery pack, char-
ger, motor)
• Testing to assure proper mechanical and
electrical operation
If the tool does not start or operate at full
power with a fully charged battery pack,
clean the contacts on the battery pack. If
the tool still does not work properly, return
the tool, charger and battery pack to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
MAINTENANCE WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal in-
jury, always unplug the charger and
remove the battery pack from the
charger or tool before performing any
maintenance. Never disassemble the
tool, battery pack or charger. Contact
a MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL
repairs.
Cleaning
Clean out dust and debris from vents and
electrical contacts by blowing with com-
pressed air. Keep tool handles clean, dry and
free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and
a damp cloth to clean the tool, battery pack
and charger, keeping away from all electri-
cal contacts. Certain cleaning agents and
solvents are harmful to plastics and other
insulated parts. Some of these include gaso-
line, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and
household detergents containing ammonia.
Never use fl ammable or combustible sol-
vents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and
charger to the nearest authorized service
center.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal in-
jury and damage, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in liquid
or allow a liquid to fl ow inside them.
For a complete listing of accessories refer to
your MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go
on-line to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain
a catalog, contact your local distributor or a
service center.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
ACCESSORIES
6-7/8" Metal Cutting Blades:
Non-Ferrous Metal Blade
Cat. No. 48-40-4006
Ferrous Metal Blade
Cat. No. 48-40-4016
Fiber Cement Blade
Cat. No. 48-40-4026