Milwaukee 2729-22, 2729-20, 2729-21 User Manual
Cat. No.
No de Cat.
2729-20
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL de L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL del OPERADOR
M18TM FUEL™ DEEP CUT BAND SAW
SCIE À RUBAN PORTATIVE M18TM FUEL™
SIERRAS CLINTA DE CORTE PROFUNDO DE M18TM FUEL™
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 POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury. Save
all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warn-
ings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of fl ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use
of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medi-
cation. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your fi nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such pre-
ventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
BA TTER Y T OOL 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 terminals
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.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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SERVICE
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring.
Cutting accessories contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"
and could give the operator an electric shock.
• DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area
and the blade. Keep your second hand on
handle. If both hands are holding the saw, they
cannot be cut by the blade.
• Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
• 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.
Your 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 spe-
cially designed to fi lter out microscopic particles.
1. Speed dial
2. Trigger lock
3. Trigger
4. Handle
5. Hang hook
6. Guide adjustment button
7. Material guide
8. Blade
9. Tension lock handle
10. Front handle
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SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
SFPM
C
No Load Surface Feet per
Minute (SFPM)
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
US
United States and Canada
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SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No. Volts SFPM Recommended Blades Round Stock Rectangular Stock
2729-20 18 DC 0 - 380 Bi-Metal 5" 5" x 5"
Tool Capacities
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING Recharge only with the
charger specifi ed 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.
WARNING Always lock trigger or
remove battery pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories
specifi cally recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Blades and Blade Selection
The blade dimensions required for this band saw
is: .020" thickness, 1/2" width and 44-7/8" in length.
The special .020" thickness reduces fl exure fatigue
and provides maximum tooth life. T o maximize cutting life, use a blade with the correct pitch (teeth
per inch) for the specifi c cutting job.
Blades are available in several pitches. T o select the
proper blade, three factors should be considered:
The size, shape, and type of material to be cut.
The following suggestions are for selecting the
right blade for various cutting operations. Keep in
mind that these are broad guidelines and that blade
requirements may vary depending upon the specifi c
size, shape and type of material to be cut. Generally, soft materials require coarse pitch blades and
hard materials require fi ne pitch blades. Use coarse
pitch blades for thick work and fi ne pitch blades for
thin work. It is important to keep at least three teeth
in the cut (see "Typical Application").
Fig. 1
6 Teeth per Inch
8 Teeth per Inch
10 Teeth per Inch
14 Teeth per Inch
• For tough stock 1/2" to 3-3/8" in
diameter or width (available in
carbon steel only).
• For tough stock 3/8" to 1" in
diameter or width (available in
carbon steel only).
• For tough stock 3/16" up to
4-3/4" in diameter or width.
• For tough stock 5/32" to 3/4" in
diameter or width.
WARNING Do not touch blade imme-
diately after use. Blade will be hot.
Changing Blades
1. REMOVE BATTERY PACK BEFORE CHANGING OR REMOVING BLADES.
2. Turn the tension lock handle located on the front
of the saw 180° counterclockwise. This releases
the tension on the blade for easy removal.
3. Remove the blades from the pulley fi rst and then
from the guides.
4. T o install a new blade, with the pulleys facing up,
insert the blade between the rollers and the faces
of the guides, making sure that the teeth on the left
side of the tool point towards the rear of the tool.
5. With one hand, hold the blade in place between
the rollers and the guides and use the other hand
to position the blade around the pulleys. Be sure
that the blade lies freely within the guard channel
before starting the tool motor.
6. Turn the tension lock handle 180° clockwise to lock
the position. This will secure the blade on the pulleys.
BE SURE THAT THE BLADE IS PROPERLY
SEATED ON THE PULLEYS BEFORE ST ART ING THE CUT.
Adjusting the 3-Position Material Guide
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Press in the guide adjustment button and slide
the material guide to the desired position detent.
LED Worklight
The LED worklight is turned on automatically
when the trigger is pulled. The LED will go off
automatically.
OPERATION
WARNING Always remove battery
pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories specifi cally recom-
mended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
wear safety goggles or glasses with side
shields. Keep hands away from the blade and
all moving parts.
Trigger Lock
To lock the trigger, push the Trigger Lock to the
right. The trigger will not work while the switch
is in the locked position. Always lock the trigger
and remove the battery pack before performing
maintenance and when changing accessories.
Lock the trigger when storing the tool and when
the tool is not in use.
Speed Dial
These Band Saws have a speed dial located on
the side of the handle to set the maximum speed.
Rotate the speed dial to “5” for maximum speed,
“1” for minimum speed.
Starting and Stopping
1. To start the tool, grasp both handles fi rmly and
pull the trigger.
NOTE: The LED is turned on when the trigger
is pulled.
Fig. 2
2. To vary the speed, increase or decrease pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger is
pulled, the greater the speed.
3. To stop the tool, release the trigger. Allow the tool
to come to a complete stop before removing the
blade from a partial cut or laying down the tool.
Typical Application
1. Keep the blade off of the workpiece until the
motor has reached the selected speed.
2. Start cutting on a surface where the greatest
number of teeth will be in contact with the workpiece at one time.
Fig. 3
Correct Incorrect
3. Place the material guide against the workpiece
and lower the moving saw blade into the cut.
4. Do not bear down while cutting. The weight of
the tool will supply adequate pressure for the
fastest cutting.
5. When completing a cut, hold the tool fi rmly so it
will not fall against the workpiece.
18 Teeth per Inch
24 Teeth per Inch
• For thin-wall tubing and thin
sheets heavier than 21 gauge.
• For thin-wall tubing and thin
sheets heavier than 21 gauge.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING T o reduce the risk of 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 MILWAUKEE service 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
MILWAUKEE service facility for:
• Lubrication
• Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)
• Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger,
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.
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 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
fl ammable or combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and
charger to the nearest service center.
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.
LIMITED WARRANTY - USA AND CANADA
Every MILWAUKEE power tool (including cordless product – tool, battery pack(s) - see separate & distinct
CORDLESS BATTERY PACK LIMITED WARRANTY statements & battery charger and Work Lights*) 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 an electric power tool 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 unless otherwise noted. Return of the power tool to a MILWAUKEE factory Service Center
location or MILWAUKEE Authorized Service Station, 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, Job Site Radios, M12™ Power Port, M18™ Power Source, and T rade T itan™ Industrial Work Carts is one (1) year from the date of purchase. The warranty period for a LED Work Light and LED
Upgrade Bulb is a limited LIFETIME warranty to the original purchaser only, if during normal use the LED bulb
fails the Work Light or Upgrade Bulb will be replaced free of charge.
*This warranty does not cover Air Nailers & Stapler, Airless Paint Sprayer, Cordless Battery Packs, Gasoline
Driven Portable Power Generators, Hand Tools, Hoist – Electric, Lever & Hand Chain, M12™ Heated Jackets,
Reconditioned product and Test & Measurement products. There are separate and distinct warranties available for these products.
Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable warranty on a MILWAUKEE power tool 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 MIL-
WAUKEE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR
ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELA YS ALLEGED TO BE AS A CONSEQUENCE
OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED T O, ANY
CLAIMS FOR LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STA TES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMIT A TION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMIT A TION OR EXCLUSION MA Y NOT APPL Y
TO YOU. THIS W ARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WRITTEN
OR ORAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MILWAUKEE DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMIT A TION ANY IMPLIED W ARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PAR TICULAR 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 W ARRANTY AS
DESCRIBED ABOVE. SOME ST A TES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA TIONS 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.
Please consult the ‘Service Center Search’ in the Parts & Service section of MILWAUKEE’s website www.mil-
waukeetool.com or call 1.800.SAWDUST (1.800.729.3878) to locate your nearest service facility for warranty
and non-warranty service on a Milwaukee electric power tool.
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.
SERVICE AND ATTENTION CENTER
Model:
Av Presidente Mazarik 29 Piso 7, 11570 Chapultepec Morales
Miguel Hidalgo, Distrito Federal, Mexico
Date of Purchase:
Ph. 52 55 4160-3547
Distributor or Store Stamp:
IMPORTED AND COMMERCIALIZED BY:
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES MEXICO, .S.A. DE C.V.
Av Presidente Mazarik 29 Piso 7, 11570 Chapultepec Morales
Miguel Hidalgo, Distrito Federal, Mexico
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