Milwaukee 0522-20, 0521-20 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL de L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL del OPERADOR

Catalog No.

No de Cat.

Catálogo No.

0521-20
0522-20

SPECIAL NOTE: New battery packs are not fully charged. Charge

your battery pack before using it for the first time and follow the
charging instructions in your charger manual.

NOTE SPÉCIALE : Les batteries neuves ne sont pas entièrement
chargées. Chargez la batterie avant de vous en servir la première fois
en suivant les instructions de recharge dans le manuel qui
accompagne cet outil.

NOTA ESPECIAL: Las baterías, cuando son nuevas, no están
totalmente cargadas. Cargue su batería antes de usarla por
primera vez y siga las instrucciones de carga que vienen en el
manual de la herramienta.

18 V 1/2" HI-TORQUE HAMMER-DRILL
PERCEUSE-TOURNEVIS 18V 13 mm (1/2") SANS CORDON À COUPLE ÉLEVÉ
TALADRO/ATORNILLADOR DE 18V DE 13 mm (1/2"), A BATERIAS, DE
ALTO TORQUE

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE BLESSURES, L'UTILISATEUR DOIT LIRE ET BIEN COMPRENDRE LE

MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR.
PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE LESIONES, EL USUARIO DEBE LEER Y ENTENDER EL MANUAL DEL

OPERADOR.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES — FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS

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

WORK AREA

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect oth­ers in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks. Provide
barriers or shields as needed.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.

5. A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate bat­tery pack 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.

6. Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated bat-

tery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

PERSONAL SAFETY

7. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or un­der the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of

inattention while operating power tools may result in serious per­sonal injury.

8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain

long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from mov­ing parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in mov-

ing parts.

9. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off
position before inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your
finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the
switch on invites accidents.

10. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool
may result in personal injury.

11. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unex­pected situations.

12. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for
appropriate conditions.

TOOL USE AND CARE

13. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against

your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

14. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The
correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.

15. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be re­paired.

16. Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the

locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures

reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

17. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained per-
sons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

18. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal

objects like: paper clip s, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small
metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks,

burns, or a fire.

19. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.

20. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of

parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s opera­tion. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many acci-

dents are caused by poorly maintained tools. Do not use a damaged
tool. T ag damaged tools “Do not use” until repaired.

21. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufac-
turer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool
may create a risk of injury when used on another tool.

SERVICE

22. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair person­nel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may

result in a risk of injury.

23. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Fol-
low instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use
of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact a
replacement.

2. WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, 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.
Y our 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 specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

3. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.

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

5. Wear ear protectors when using the tool for extended periods. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise can cause hearing loss.

Symbology

Volts Direct Current

No Load Revolutions per
Minute (RPM)

Properly Recycle Nickel
Cadmium Batteries

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

Catalog

No.

0521-20

0522-20

Specifications

Volts

DC

Low 0 - 450

18

High 0 - 1 500

Low 0 - 450

18

High 0 - 1 500

No Load

RPM

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Capacities

Steel

1/2"

1/2"

service facility for a free

Wood

1-1/2"

1-1/2"

7

Cat. No. 0521-20

1. Clutch adjusting ring

2. Speed selector

3. Release buttons

4. Battery pack

5. Trigger

6. Control switch

7. Keyless chuck

Canadian Standards Association

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1

2

6

5

4

3

7

6

Cat. No. 0522-20

1

5

4

2

3

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CHARGING AND USING BATTERY PACK

WARNING!

Charge only
Power Plus battery packs in Power Plus
chargers. Other types of batteries may
explode causing personal injury and damage.

Charge your battery pack before using your tool for the first time and
when your tool no longer performs with the power and torque needed for
the job. Full loading capacity of battery pack is only reached after
4 - 5 chargings. Never completely discharge the battery pack. Standard
charging time will vary according to the type of charger you use. The
charging time will also vary depending on the supply voltage and charge
needed. For example, if your battery pack does not require a full charge,
charging time will be less.

FOR SPECIFIC CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE READ THE
CHARGER INSTRUCTION SHEET SUPPLIED WITH YOUR CHARGER.

Battery packs are affected by temperature. Your battery pack will
perform best and have longest life if it is charged when the temperature
is between 60°-80°F (15°-27°C). Do not charge in temperatures below
40°F (5°C) or above 105°F (40°C). Under these conditions, capacity will
be reduced. See “Maintenance”.

Removing Battery Pack from Tool

Push in the release buttons and remove the battery pack.

Inserting Battery Pack into Tool (Fig. 1 & 2)

Battery pack can be inserted into the tool in two ways.

1. For working in restricted spaces.
Insert the battery pack from the front by pressing in the release but-

tons and sliding battery pack into the body of the tool (Fig. 1). Insert
the battery pack until clamp engages.

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12, 14.4 and 18 Volt

Fig. 1

2. For optimum weight distribution and balance.
Insert the battery pack from the back by pressing in the release but-

tons and sliding the battery pack into the body of the tool (Fig. 2).
Insert the battery pack until clamp engages.

Fig. 2

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OPERATION

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles
or glasses with side shields.

Using Clutch (Fig. 3)

This tool has an adjustable clutch for driving different types of screws into
different materials. When properly adjusted, the clutch will slip at a preset
torque to prevent driving the screw too deep and to prevent damage to
the screw or tool.

To adjust the clutch, turn the clutch adjusting ring to one of the twenty
positions shown on the adjusting ring.

Fig. 3

Clutch

adjusting ring

The torque specifications shown here are approximate values obtained
with a fully charged battery pack.

Position

numbers

1. For Low speed (up to 450 RPM), push the speed selector forward
(Position 1).

2. For High speed (up to 1,500 RPM), push the speed selector back
(Position 2).

Starting, Stopping & Controlling Speed

1. To start the tool, pull the trigger.

2. To stop the tool, release the trigger and an electric brake stops the
tool instantly.

All models feature variable speed control. To vary the speed, simply in­crease or decrease pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled,
the greater the speed.

Using Control Switch (Fig. 5)

The control switch may be set to three positions: forward, reverse and
lock. Due to a lockout mechanism, the control switch can only be ad­justed when the ON/OFF switch is not depressed. Always allow the motor
to come to a complete stop before using the control switch.

Fig. 5

Cat. No. 0521-20

Reverse

Forward

Torque

Positions 1 - 5

Positions 6 - 10

Positions 11 - 15

Positions 16 - 20

Drill

Low
High

NOTE: Because the above settings are only a guide, use a piece of scrap

material to test the different clutch positions before driving screws into
the workpiece.

Selecting Speed (Fig. 4)

The speed selector is on top of the motor housing. Allow the tool to come
to a complete stop before changing speeds. See “Applications” for rec­ommended speeds under various conditions.

Fig. 4

Low

0 - 14 in. lbs.

20 - 41 in. lbs.

46 - 60 in. lbs.

65 - 85 in. lbs.

400 in. lbs.
136 in. lbs.

High

Forward

Trigger

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Reverse

Forward (clockwise) rotation, push the control switch to the left
position. Check the direction of rotation before use.

Reverse (counter clockwise) rotation, push the control switch to the right
position. Check direction of rotation before use.

Locking the trigger, push the control switch to center position. The trig­ger will not work while the control switch is in the center locked position.
Always lock the trigger or remove the battery pack before performing
maintenance, changing accessories, storing the tool and any time the
tool is not in use.

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Using Keyless Chucks (Fig. 6)

Always remove the battery pack or lock the trigger before inserting or
removing bits.

Fig. 6

Sleeve

1. To open the chuck jaws, hold the collar while turning the sleeve in the
counterclockwise direction.

When using drill bits, allow the bit to strike the bottom of the chuck.
Center the bit in the chuck jaws and lift it about 1/16" off of the bot­tom.

When using screwdriver bits, insert the bit far enough for the chuck
jaws to grip the hex of the bit.

2. To close the chuck jaws, hold the collar while turning the sleeve in
the clockwise direction. Tighten securely.

3. To remove the bit, hold the collar while turning the sleeve in the coun­terclockwise direction.

Collar

APPLICATIONS

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of electric shock, check
work area for hidden pipes and wires before
drilling or driving screws.

Drilling

Set the clutch adjusting ring to the drill position. Place the bit on the work
surface and apply firm pressure before starting. Too much pressure will
slow the bit and reduce drilling efficiency. Too little pressure will cause
the bit to slide over the work area and dull the point of the bit.

If the tool begins to stall, reduce pressure slightly to allow the bit to regain
speed. If the bit binds, reverse the motor to free the bit from the work­piece.

Drilling in Wood, Composition Materials and Plastic

When drilling in wood, composition materials and plastic, start the drill
slowly, gradually increasing speed as you drill. When drilling into wood,
use wood augers or twist drill bits. Always use sharp bits. When using
twist drill bits, pull the bit out of the hole frequently to clear chips from the
bit flutes. To reduce the chance of splintering, back work with a piece of
scrap wood. Select low speeds for plastics with a low melting point.

Drilling in Metal

When drilling in metal, use high speed steel twist drills or hole saws. Use
a center punch to start the hole. Lubricate drill bits with cutting oil when
drilling in iron or steel. Use a coolant when drilling in nonferrous metals
such as copper, brass or aluminum. Back the material to prevent binding
and distortion on breakthrough.

Driving Screws and Nut Running

Drill a pilot hole when driving screws into thick or hard materials. Set the
clutch adjusting ring to the proper position and set the speed to low. Use
the proper style and size screwdriver bit for the type of screw you are
using.

With the screwdriver bit in the screw, place the tip of the screw on the
workpiece and apply firm pressure before pulling the trigger. Screws can
be removed by reversing the motor.

Overloading

Continuous overloading may cause permanent damage to tool or battery
pack.

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of personal injury,
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
facility for ALL repairs.

Maintaining Tool

Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good repair by adopting a
regular maintenance program. After six months to one year, depending
on use, return the tool, battery pack and charger to a
vice facility for:

• Lubrication

• Brush inspection and replacement

• Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spindles,

bearings, housing, etc.)

• Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger, motor)

• T esting 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

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Maintaining Battery Pack

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of cycles when they are maintained and used according to these instruc­tions.

A battery pack that is stored for six months without being used will dis­charge itself. Batteries discharge at a rate of about 1% per day. Charge
the battery every six months even if it is unused to maximize battery life.
Do not tape the trigger in the “ON” position and leave the tool unattended
as this may discharge the battery to a point where it will no longer be able
to recharge. Use a
forms with the power and torque needed for your application.

Store your battery pack in a cool, dry place. Do not store it where the
temperature may exceed 120°F (50°C) such as in a vehicle or metal build­ing during the summer. High temperatures will overheat the battery pack,
reducing battery life. If it is stored for several months, the battery pack
will gradually lose its charge. One to three cycles of charging and dis­charging through normal use will restore the capacity of the battery pack.
During the life of the battery pack, the operating time between charges
becomes shorter. If the operating time becomes extremely short after a
proper charge, the usable life of the battery pack has been reached and
it should be replaced.

Cleaning

Clean dust and debris from charger and tool vents. 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 since certain cleaning agents
and solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of
these include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlori­nated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents containing
ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.

service facility for repairs.

battery packs will operate for many years and/or hundreds

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battery pack only until it no longer per-

service

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WARNING!

To reduce the risk of personal injury and
damage, never immerse your tool, battery
pack or charger in liquid or allow a liquid to
flow inside them.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of explosion, never burn
a battery pack even if it is damaged, dead or
completely discharged.

RBRC Battery Recycling Seals

The RBRC™ Battery Recycling Seals (see "Symbology") on your tool bat­tery packs indicate that
battery pack with the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC).
At the end of your battery pack's useful life, return the battery pack to a

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est you. For more information, visit the RBRC web site at www.rbrc.org.

Disposing of Nickel-Cadmium Battery Packs

Nickel-Cadmium battery packs are recyclable. Under various state and
local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal
waste stream. Dispose of your battery pack according to federal, state
and local regulations.

Repairs

For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger to the nearest ser­vice center listed on the back cover of this operator's manual.

Battery Pack Warranty

Battery packs for cordless tools are warranted for one year from the date
of purchase.

Branch Office/Service Center or the participating retailer near-

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has arranged for the recycling of that

WARRANTY

Every

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rial and workmanship.
examination proves to be defective in material or workmanship.

Limitations: This warranty does not cover: 1) repairs made or attempted
by other than
personnel; 2) normal wear and tear; 3) abuse; 4) misuse; 5) improper
maintenance; 6) continued use after partial failure; 7) tools that have been
modified; or product used with an improper accessory.

Battery Packs are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Should a problem develop, return the complete product to any

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vice Station, freight prepaid and insured. If inspection shows the problem
is caused by a defect in material or workmanship, all repairs or a replace­ment will be made at no charge and the product will be returned, transpor­tation prepaid. No other warranty, written or verbal, is authorized.

THE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN
ARE EXCLUSIVE. IN NO EVENT SHALL
ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, IN­CLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER W ARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED WHETHER FOR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other
rights that vary from state to state. In those states that do not allow the
exclusion of implied warranties or limitations of incidental or conse­quential damages, the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you.

product is warranted to be free from defects in mate-

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Factory Service Center or

will repair or replace any product which

or

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Authorized Service Station

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BE LIABLE FOR

Authorized Ser-

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ACCESSORIES

WARNING!

Always remove battery pack before changing or
removing accessories. Only use accessories
specifically recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.

For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
center listed on the back cover of this operator’s manual.

18 Volt Power Plus Battery Packs

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Fits

2.0 Amp-Hours

Cat. No. 48-11-2200

2.4 Amp-Hours

Cat. No. 48-11-2230

Power Plus Chargers 120 Volt

For charging 12-18 Volt Power Plus Battery Packs.

1-Hour Vehicle Charger

Cat. No. 48-59-0186

1-Hour Universal Charger

Cat. No. 48-59-0245

Plastic Carrying Case

Cat. No. 48-55-3015

Driver/Drill Accessory Kit

Cat. No. 48-30-0101
Includes 1/4" socket driver, 6F-7R slotted bit, #1 and #2 Phillips
bits, 1/4" and 3/16" twist bits, and two 1/8" twist bits.

Keyless Chuck

Cat. No. 48-66-0365
Rugged nylon housing with rust resistant nickel plated jaws and
body. For cordless drills with 1/2" - 20 thread.

Charger Cat. No. 48-59-0245.

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Electric Tool catalog. To obtain a catalog, contact your local distributor or a service

Cat. No. 48-11-2230

Cat. No. 48-59-0245

Jobbers Length Twist Drill Sets
13 Piece Set

Cat. No. 48-89-0030
Sizes 1/16" to 1/4" by 64ths.

15 Piece Set

Cat. No. 48-89-0020
Sizes 1/16" to 1/2" by 32nds.

21 Piece Set

Cat. No. 48-89-0015
Sizes 1/16" to 3/8" by 64ths.

29 Piece Set

Cat. No. 48-89-0010
Sizes 1/16" to 1/2" by 64ths.

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Cat. No. 48-30-0101

Cat. No. 48-89-0020