GENERAL SAFETY RULES
ASSEMBLY
WARNING 
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before using the work light, read this operator's manual, your battery pack and charger operator's manual, and all labels on the battery pack, charger and work light.
Removing Battery Pack from Tool
Push in the release buttons and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
Inserting Battery Pack into Tool
To insert the battery pack onto the tool, slide the pack onto the body of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Replacing the Bulb
1.Remove battery pack before changing bulb.
2.Unscrew the bezel assembly on pivot head by turning counterclockwise.
3.Remove the bezel assembly.
4.Pull forward the aluminum heat sink.
5.Gently rotate the bulb counter clockwise and pull out.
Fig. 2 | Spare bulb storage | Pivot |
1.Know your work light. Read this manual carefully to learn your work light's applications and limitations as well as potential hazards associated with this type of tool.
2.Batteries must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
3.Use work light only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
4.When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one termi- nal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
5.Never insert bulbs other than MILWAUKEE bulbs in the bulb sock- et. Bulbs other than MILWAUKEE bulbs may cause short circuit of battery and personal injury.
6.Store idle work light out of reach of children. Warm work lights can become hazardous in the hands of children.
7.Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not look directly into the light when the work light is on.
Adjusting the Pivot Head
The pivot head can pivot to a range of 140°; 110° up and 30° down with detents every 10°. Pivot head to desired position (Fig. 1). Allow the detent to snap into place. Do not forcibly pivot the head.
Fig. 1
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Bezel |
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assembly | Bulb |
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Aluminum heat sink
To install new bulb, follow above directions in reverse.
NOTE: Use a soft cloth when installing bulbs. Direct contact with oils or other contamina- tion can shorten the life of bulbs.
F o r w o r k l i g h t 4 9 - 2 4 - 0 1 8 5 , u s e replacement bulb
A spare bulb is provided with the work light. The bulb is located behind the aluminum heat sink.
See your nearest MILWAUKEE Retailer or Service Center to obtain replacement bulbs.
Symbology
Volts Direct Current
Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc.
Specifications
Catalog Volts
Number DC
49-24-0185 28
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, DO NOT operate work light without bezel assembly in place. Bulb does get hot. Always remove battery pack before changing or removing bulbs. Always allow the work light to cool for at least 10 minutes before replacing the bulb.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury and damage, never insert bulbs other than MILWAUKEE 28V bulbs in the bulb socket. Other bulbs will over heat!
Intelligent Circuit
This work light is equipped with an intelligent circuit. If an improper voltage bulb is installed, the light will flash repeatedly. If this occurs, remove the improper bulb and install a MILWAUKEE 28V bulb.
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