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OPERATIONUsing the Hold-Down Chain
This tool is equipped with a hold-down chain which locks the handle
down for transporting and storing the tool. To release the hold down
chain, pull the handle down and lift the chain off the hook. To lock the
chain, pull the handle down and loop the chain onto the hook.
Removing and Installing Cut-Off Wheels (Fig. 1)
The cut-off machine is supplied with the abrasive cut-off wheel in-
stalled.
MILWAUKEE
recommends using only
MILWAUKEE
14" Abra-
sive Cut-Off Wheels, 3/32" wide with this tool. Before operating the tool,
make sure the wheel is in good condition as described in the “Specific
Safety Instructions for Abrasive Cut-Off Machines”.
1. To adjust the depth of cut, use the open end wrench provided to
lower or raise the depth adjustment bolt.
2. Loosen the hex nut.
3. Adjust the depth adjustment bolt to the desired height.
4. When desired depth of the cut is achieved, tighten the hex nut.
To change wheels, follow the procedure below.
1. Release the hold down chain, pull the handle down and lift the chain
off of the hook.
2. Pull the moveable portion of the guard back to expose the wheel arbor
hex bolt.
Press in the spindle lock button and use the open end wrench pro-
vided to loosen the hex bolt (counterclockwise).
3. Remove the hex bolt, spring washer, washer, outer flange and cut-
off wheel (if installed).
4. Check the two (2) wheel flanges to be sure they are in good condi-
tion. Remove any nicks or burrs, which could cause uneven cutting
pressure and result in wheel damage.
5. Install the inner flange, wheel, outer flange, washer, spring washer
and hex bolt as shown (Fig. 1).
6. Press in the spindle lock button while using the open end wrench
provided to tighten the hex bolt (clockwise).
NOTE: Tighten the bolt firmly enough to flatten the spring washer,
but do not use excessive pressure. Overtightening the bolt may
damage the wheel and flanges.
7. Allow the moveable portion of the guard to return to its original
position.
8. Before starting a cut, step back from the tool and make a trial run to
confirm that the wheel is in good condition. When replacing a cut-off
wheel, run the tool for over 3 minutes. When starting routine work,
run the tool for over 1 minute.
Adjusting the Depth of Cut (Fig. 2)
The depth adjustment bolt can be adjusted to change the depth of cut.
When adjusted properly, the depth adjustment bolt prevents the cut-off
wheel from contacting the surface under the base during cutting. Cut-
off wheels wear down as they are used and the depth of cut may need
to be increased.
To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug tool
before attaching or removing accessories. Use only
specifically recommended accessories. Others
may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, use only the proper
wheel made for this machine. DO NOT USE ANY TYPE
OF SAW BLADE.
Fig. 1 Moveable portion of guard
Abrasive cut-off
wheel
Flange
Washer
Hex bolt
Spring
washer
Washer
WARNING!
WARNING!
Fig. 2
Bolt