IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY W ARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save these instructions - This operator’s manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for the MILWAUKEE M12 Sub-Scanner™ Detection Tool. Before using the Sub-
Scanner, read this operator’s manual, your battery pack and charger operator’s manual, and
all labels on the battery pack, charger and Sub-Scanner.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
WORK AREA SAFETY
rain, snow, damp or wet locations. Do not use in
the presence of explosive atmospheres (gaseous
fumes, dust or fl ammable materials) because
sparks may be generated when inserting or removing battery pack, possibly causing fi re.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the Sub-Scanner. Do not use while you are tired or under
the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention may result in serious
personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
in unexpected situations.
BA TTER Y USE AND CARE
• Recharge only with the charger specifi ed by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fi re
when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifi cally desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fi re.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal
objects that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fi re.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
SERVICE
• Have your Sub-Scanner serviced by a qualifi ed
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the tool is
maintained.
• Do not disassemble. Incorrect reassembly may
result in the risk of electric shock or fi re. If it is dam-
aged, take it to a MILWAUKEE service facility.
• Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store where
temperatures may exceed 140°F (60°C) such as
in direct sunlight, a vehicle or metal building during
the summer.
• Do not remove or deface labels. Maintain labels
and nameplates. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE
service facility for a free replacement.
WARNING: Changes or modifi cations to this unit not ex-
pressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1. Wheels
2. Display
3. Battery pack
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4. On/Off button
5. Stud Scan/Down button
6. Calibrate button
7. Menu button
8. Metal Scan/Up button
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Specifi cations
Metal Mode depth accuracy: ±0.5" at 0.5" up to 6.0" depth
Metal Mode center accuracy: ±0.5" at 0.5" up to 6.0" depth
Stud Mode center accuracy: ±0.5" at 0.5" up to 1.5" depth
Drop test: 1 meter
Operating temperature: -5°C to 40°C (23°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Voltage: 12 DC
Battery run time: Greater than 12 hrs with all functions
without battery
METAL Mode
In metal mode, the Sub-Scanner will detect both
ferrous (>14 mm Ø) and non-ferrous (>16 mm Ø)
metals in concrete up to a depth of 6". The SubScanner can not reliably detect metal behind material of varying densities. Materials such as carpet,
wire metal mesh backing, damp walls, and stucco
may affect readings. Alternating surfaces, such
as thick grout lines or extremely heavy plaster on
drywall, may be detected or show as metal or studs.
1.Turn on the Sub-Scanner.
2.Select Metal mode (default).
ASSEMBLY
WARNING Recharge only with the
charger specified for the battery.
For specifi c charging instructions, read the
operator’s manual supplied with your charger
and battery.
Inserting/Removing the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body of
the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
OPERATION
WARNING Always remove battery
pack before changing or removing
accessories. Only use accessories specifi -
cally recommended for this tool. Others may
be hazardous.
On/Off
Press the
Sleep Mode
The Sub-Scanner is automatically powered off in
about 20 minutes after the last operation. To reset,
press any button. If the display is blank when the
Sub-Scanner is turned ON, charge the battery according to the battery/charger manual.
The Sub-Scanner does use battery power in sleep
mode. Be sure to turn OFF the tool to conserve
battery power.
Set-up
1.Turn on the Sub-Scanner (defaults to Metal mode
without sound).
2.Press the MENU button.
3.Use the up and down buttons to scroll
through the menu items (UNITS, SOUND). Use
the Calibrate button to select.
UNITS - Select either English or Metric units.
SOUND - Turn sound On or Off
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4.Press the MENU button again to exit.
Selecting Mode
1.Turn on the Sub-Scanner.
2.Metal mode is the default scan setting.
3.To change between Metal and Stud, select the
METAL and STUD buttons.
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button to turn the tool on and off.
3.Standard depth of
scan (up to 4" deep
METAL
scan) is defaulted.
Press the Metal
button to switch
to Deep depth of
scan (up to 6" deep
scan).
PLACE ON SURFACE TO
CALIBRATE STANDARD SCAN
PRESS ‘CAL’ TO START
OR ‘METAL’ FOR DEEP SCAN
NOTE: Deep mode scans may display more
"noise" due to the higher sensitivity of the scan.
4.Hold the Sub-Scanner against the surface and
press the Calibrate button.
5.The Sub-Scanner
must remain flat
against and in contact with surface
during entire scan.
If CALIBRATION
METAL
CALIBRATING
STANDARD SCAN
ERROR is displayed, the tool was
placed in an area
where metal is present. Move the SubScanner to another
position and restart
METAL
SCANNING...
STANDARD SCAN
calibration.
6.When SCANNING is displayed, move the SubScanner across the surface. Keep your free hand
and other objects at least 6” (152 mm) away to
avoid false readings.
7.When metal is detected, the type (ferrous or nonferrous) and depth
are displayed. Continue to move the
Sub-Scanner across
the surface. As you
approach metal,
the distance will decrease. As you move
away from the metal, the distance will
increase. When the
minimum distance
and indicator arrow
are displayed, the
Sub-Scanner is directly over the metal
at that distance. The
minimum distance and indicator arrow may appear for a short span; the precise center is the
center of this span.
NOTE: There may be additional metal material
deeper in the wall, but only the closest metal
object’s depth is displayed.
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STUD Mode
In Stud mode, the Sub-Scanner will detect wood or
metal studs and joists behind wall board, wooden
panels, plaster or other non-metallic wall materials.
The Sub-Scanner can not reliably detect studs
behind material of varying densities. Materials
such as carpet, wire metal mesh backing, damp
walls, and stucco may affect readings. Alternating
surfaces, such as thick grout lines or extremely
heavy plaster on drywall, may be detected or show
as metal or studs.
1.Turn on the Sub-Scanner.
2.Select Stud mode.
3.Depth of scan is
STUD
defaulted to 0.5"
(standard wallboard
thickness). To
change the depth
of scan (0.5", 1",
or 1.5"), press the
STUD button.
4.Hold the Sub-
PLACE ON SURFACE TO
CALIBRATE 0.5” DEPTH
PRESS ‘CAL’ TO START
OR ‘STUD’
TO CHANGE DEPTH
STUD
Scanner against
the surface and
press the Calibrate
button.
NOTE: The Sub-
CALIBRATING
0.5” DEPTH
Scanner will not
calibrate correctly over studs. To fi nd a location
without studs, locate an outlet box and move the
Sub-Scanner 6" to either side before beginning
calibration.
5.When SCANNING
is displayed, move
the Sub-Scanner
across the surface.
STUD
SCANNING...
Keep your free
hand and other
objects at least 6”
0.5” DEPTH
(152 mm) away to
avoid false readings.
NOTE: The Sub-Scanner must remain fl at against
and in contact with the surface during the entire
scan.
6.When a stud is detected, the edge is
STUD
displayed. Continue moving the SubScanner to detect
the entire stud.
EDGE
7.When the center
of the stud is detected, both arrows
are displayed.
STUD
NOTE: If electric
wires or metal/
pipes are in contact
with the backside of
the wallboard, they
may be identifi ed as
a stud.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury,
always remove the batteries from the tool
before performing any maintenance. Never
disassemble the tool. Contact a MILWAUKEE
service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a regular
maintenance program. If the tool does not start
or operate at full power with fully charged batteries, clean the contacts on the battery. If the tool
still does not work properly, return the tool to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
WARNING To reduce the risk of per-
sonal injury and damage, never immerse your
tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or allow
a liquid to fl ow inside them.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from 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
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 fl ammable or combustible
solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool to the nearest service center
listed on the back cover of this operator's manual.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing accessories.
Only use accessories specifi cally recommend-
ed for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories refer to your
MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go online
to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog,
contact your local distributor or service center.
FIVE YEAR TOOL LIMITED WARRANTY
MILWAUKEE Test & Measurement Product (including bare tool, battery pack(s) and battery charger) is
warranted to the original purchaser only to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to
certain exceptions, MILWAUKEE will repair or replace any part on this product which, after examination, is
determined by MILWAUKEE to be defective in material or workmanship for a period of fi ve (5) years* after
the date of purchase. Return of the Test & Measurement tool to the nearest MILWAUKEE Electric Tool
Corporation - factory Service Center, freight prepaid and insured is required. A copy of the proof of purchase
should be included with the return product. This warranty does not apply to damage that MILWAUKEE
determines to be from repairs made or attempted by anyone other than MILWAUKEE authorized personnel,
misuse, alterations, abuse, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, or accidents.
*The warranty period for the LITHIUM-ION battery pack that ships with Test & Measurement Product is
two (2) years from the date of purchase. *Alkaline battery that ships with Test & Measurement Product is
separately warranted by the battery manufacture.
*The warranty period for a NON-CONTACT VOLTAGE DETECTOR – 2201 20 or Plumb 2-Beam Plumb
Laser – 2230 20 is one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable warranty on MILWAUKEE product. The
manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine the warranty period if no proof of purchase is
provided at the time warranty service is requested.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXCLUSIVE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS
A CONDITION OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF EVERY MILWAUKEE PRODUCT. IF YOU
DO NOT AGREE TO THIS CONDITION, YOU SHOULD NOT PURCHASE THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT
SHALL MILWAUKEE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE
DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS ALLEGED
TO BE AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CLAIMS FOR LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
LAW, MILWAUKEE DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE;
TO THE EXTENT SUCH DISCLAIMER IS NOT PERMITTED BY LAW, SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU, THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
This warranty applies to product sold in the U.S.A. and Canada only.
LIMITED WARRANTY - MEXICO, CENTRAL AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES' warranty is for 5 year since the original purchase date.
This warranty card covers any defect in material and workmanship on this Power Tool.
To make this warranty valid, present this warranty card, sealed/stamped by the distributor or store where you purchased the product, to the
Authorized Service Center (ASC). Or, if this card has not been sealed/stamped, present the original proof of purchase to the ASC.
Call toll-free 1 800 832 1949 to fi nd the nearest ASC, for service, parts, accessories or components.
Procedure to make this warranty valid
Take the product to the ASC, along with the warranty card sealed/stamped by the distributor or store where you purchased the product, and
there any faulty piece or component will be replaced without cost for you. We will cover all freight costs relative with this warranty process.
Exceptions
This warranty is not valid in the following situations:
a) When the product is used in a different manners from the end-user guide or instruction manual.
b) When the conditions of use are not normal.
c) When the product was modifi ed or repaired by people not authorized by TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES.
Note: If cord set is damaged, it should be replaced by an Authorized Service Center to avoid electric risks.
Model:
Date of Purchase:
Distributor or Store Stamp:
SERVICE AND ATTENTION CENTER
Rafael Buelna No.1.
Col. Tezozomoc Mexico, Azcapotzalco D.F.
Ph. 01 800 832 1949
IMPORTED AND COMMERCIALIZED BY:
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES MEXICO, .S.A. DE C.V.
Av. Santa Fe 481 piso 6, Col. Curz Manca.
CP 05349, Cuajimalpa, D.F.
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