Milwaukee 6514-20 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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MANUAL del OPERADOR
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18 VOLT SAWZALL® HATCHET ™
PASSE-PARTOUT SAWZALL® 18V
SAWZALL® HATCHET™ DE 18 V
Cat. No.
No de Cat.
6514-20
2
3
PERSONAL SAFETY
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WORK AREA SAFETY
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• 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.
• 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 elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. W ater 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 residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
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.
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND 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 warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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
preventive 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
• 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
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.
BATTER Y T OOL USE AND CARE
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.
• 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.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
• 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 specially designed to fi lter out microscopic particles.
• Hold power tools by insulated gripping sur-
faces when performing an operation where
the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make
exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock
the operator.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Keep hands away from all cutting edges and
moving parts.
• Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
1. Orbit control switch
2. Handle adjustment button
3. Handle
4. Trigger
5. Trigger lock switch
6. Insulating boot
7. Shoe release lever
8. Adjustable pivot shoe
9. Blade
10. Quik-Lok
®
blade clamp
10
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Strokes per
Minute
0 - 2700
Cat.
No.
6514-20
Volts
DC
18
Specifi cations
Length of
Stroke
3/4"
Symbology
Volts Direct Current
No Load Strokes per Minute
Orbital Cut
Straight Cut
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
United States and Canada
4
5
Fig. 1
OPERATION
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
wear safety goggles or glasses with side
shields.
WARNING Always remove battery
pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others may be
hazardous.
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.
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.
Removing Battery Pack from Tool
Push in the release buttons and remove the battery pack.
Inserting Battery Pack into Tool
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
buttons and sliding battery pack into the body
of the tool. Insert the battery pack until clamp
engages.
2. For optimum weight distribution and balance,
insert the battery pack from the back by pressing in the release buttons and sliding the battery
pack into the body of the tool. Insert the battery
pack until clamp engages.
Selecting a Blade
The Quik-Lok® Blade Clamp can be used with
all 1/2" shank universal Sawzall® blades. Use
MILWAUKEE High Performance Super Sawzall®
blades for best performance. When selecting a
blade, choose the right type and length.
Many types of blades are available for a variety of
applications: cutting metal, wood, nail-embedded
wood, scroll cutting, roughing-in, and contours.
Many lengths are also available. Choose a length
long enough to extend beyond the shoe and your
work throughout the stroke. Do not use blades
less than 3-1/2" long since they will not extend
beyond the shoe throughout the stroke.
For best performance and longest life, see "Accessories" to select the best blade for the job.
Installing and Removing Blades
Quik-Lok® Blade Clamp
1. Remove battery pack.
2. Be sure the spindle and blade clamp areas are
clean. Metal chips and sawdust may prevent the
Quik-Lok® Blade Clamp from clamping securely
(see "Maintenance").
3. To install a blade, twist the collar in the direction
of the arrow while inserting the blade into the
clamp until the tang butts against the collar.
Depending on the job, the blade may be inserted
with the teeth facing upward or downward.
4. Release the collar and the spring loaded mechanism will clamp the blade fi rmly in place.
5. Twist the collar in the opposite direction of the
arrow to ensure that the blade is locked into the
clamp.
6. Tug on blade to make sure it is securely locked
in place.
7. To remove a blade, twist the collar in the direction of the arrow while pulling on the blade. Be
careful when handling hot blades.
Removing Broken Blades from the Quik-Lok®
Blade Clamp
1. Remove battery pack.
2. Broken blades can be removed by the following
methods.
• Point the tool downward, twist the collar, and
shake the tool up and down (DO NOT turn on
the tool while your fi ngers are holding the blade
clamp open). The shank of the broken blade
should drop out of the clamp.
• If shaking the tool doesn't work...
In most cases, a corner of the broken blade will
extend beyond the blade clamp. Twist the collar
and pull the broken blade out of the clamp by
this corner.
• If the broken stub doesn't extend far enough to
be grabbed by its corner, use a thin blade with
small teeth (such as a metal cutting blade) to
hook the blade that is jammed in the clamp while
twisting the collar and pull it out.
Adjusting the Pivot Shoe
The shoe can be adjusted forward or backward
to six positions to take advantage of the unused
portion of the blade or for special jobs requiring
low blade clearance.
Fig. 2
1/4 Turn
Adjusting the Handle Angle
The adjustable handle allows the user to adjust the
angle of the handle for optimum cutting positions.
1. Remove battery pack
2. Press in and hold the handle adjustment button.
3. Rotate the handle to the desired angle at one of
six detents. The handle will snap into place.
4. Release the handle adjustment button.
WARNING Do not operate Sawzall
without a shoe. Striking the spindle against
the work may damage the reciprocating
mechanism.
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury ,
be sure the blade always extends beyond the
shoe and work throughout the stroke. Blades
may shatter if they impact the work or shoe
(Fig. 3).
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury ,
do not operate with the handle adjustment
button pressed in or with the handle not
locked into position.
1. Remove battery pack.
2. To adjust the shoe, pull the shoe release lever
down 1/4 turn down.
3. Slide the shoe forward or backward to the desired position.
4. To lock the shoe in position, push in the shoe
release lever.
5. After adjusting the shoe, slowly pull the trigger
to be sure the blade always extends beyond
the shoe and your work throughout the stroke
(Fig. 3).
DO NOT OPERATE SA WZALL WITHOUT SHOE.
STRIKING THE SPINDLE AGAINST WORK MAY
DAMAGE THE RECIPROCATING MECHANISM.
Fig. 3
Stroke
WARNING T o reduce the risk of injury ,
do not operate if the handle moves with the
handle adjustment button in a locked position. Return the tool to a MILWAUKEE service
facility for repair immediately.
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury ,
keep hands away from the blade and other
moving parts.
Trigger Speed Control Switch
The Sawzall® HatchetTM is equipped with a trigger speed control switch. It may be operated at
any speed from zero strokes per minute to full
speed. Always start tool before blade contacts the
workpiece.
1. To start the tool, grasp the handle fi rmly and pull
the trigger.
2. To vary the speed, increase or decrease the
pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger
is pulled, the greater the speed.
3. To stop the tool, release the trigger and allow
the tool to stop completely before removing from
a partial cut or before laying down the tool.
Locking the Trigger
Always lock the trigger or remove the battery pack
before changing accessories, making adjustments,
or performing maintenance. Lock the trigger when
the tool is not in use and when storing the tool.
6
7
MAINTENANCE
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.
WARNING To 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
MILW AUKEE 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.
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 listed on the back
cover of this operator's manual.
ACCESSORIES
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 a service center listed
on the back cover of this operator’s manual.
WARNING Always remove battery pack
before changing or removing accessories. Only
use accessories specifi cally recommended for
this tool. Others may be hazardous.
Plunge Cutting
Your MILWAUKEE Sawzall® is ideal for plunge cutting directly into surfaces that can not be cut from
an edge, such as walls or fl oors. Plunge cutting may
be done two ways depending on how the blade is
inserted. Column A shows how to plunge cut with the
teeth of the blade facing down. Column B shows how
to plunge cut with the teeth of the blade facing up.
NOTE: If the blade is installed with the teeth facing upward and orbital action is selected, cutting
performance is reduced.
Do not plunge cut into metal surfaces (see “Cutting Metals”).
Fig. 5
Straight
action
Orbital
action
WARNING T o reduce the risk of explo-
sion, electric shock and property damage,
always check the work area for hidden gas
pipes, electrical wires or water pipes when
making blind or plunge cuts.
Fig. 6
A
B
1. To lock the trigger , push
the trigger lock switch
in the direction shown.
The trigger will not work
when the switch is in
the locked position.
2. To unlock the trigger,
push the trigger lock
switch in the direction shown.
Using the Orbit Control Switch
The Sawzall Hatchet
TM
orbit control switch allows
the tool to be operated in straight reciprocating (non
orbital) or orbital action. Straight reciprocating action should be used when a smooth cut is needed.
Orbital action is recommended for fast, aggressive
cutting. The type of reciprocating action should be
determined by the user for their specifi c cutting
requirements.
1. For straight reciprocating action, press in the
orbit control switch and slide the switch so the
straight action symbol is shown.
2. For orbital action, press in the orbit control
switch and slide the switch so the orbital action
symbol is shown. Orbit action may be adjusted when the tool is running.
NOTE: If the blade is installed with the teeth fac-
ing upward and orbital action is selected, cutting
performance is reduced.
Fig. 4
Locked Unlocked
General Cutting
For straight or contour cutting from an edge, line the
blade up with your cutting line. Before the blade
contacts the workpiece, grasp the handle fi rmly
and pull the trigger. Then guide the tool along your
cutting line. Always hold the shoe fl at against the
workpiece to avoid excessive vibration.
Cutting Metals
Begin cutting at a slow speed, gradually increasing speed as you cut. When cutting into metals or
hard materials that can not be cut from an edge,
drill a starting hole larger than the widest part of
the blade. Extend blade life by using a solid blade
cutting lubricant such as MILWAUKEE Band Saw
Blade Lubricant Cat. No. 49-08-4206.
1. Insert the blade into the tool.
If you inserted the blade with the teeth facing
downward, hold the tool as shown in Column A,
resting the edge of the shoe on the workpiece.
If you inserted the blade with the teeth facing
upward, hold the tool as shown in Column B,
resting the edge of the shoe on the workpiece
as shown.
2. With the blade just above the workpiece, pull the
trigger. Using the edge of the shoe as a pivot,
lower the blade into the workpiece as shown.
3. As the blade starts cutting, raise the handle of
the tool slowly until the shoe rests fi rmly on the
workpiece. Then guide the tool along your cutting
line to acquire the desired cut.
NOTE: To make plunge cutting easier, use a
heavy gauge blade.
FIVE YEAR TOOL LIMITED WARRANTY
Every MILWAUKEE power tool (including cordless product – tool,
battery pack(s) and battery charger and Work Lights – cordless
fl ashlights) 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. Return the electric power tool and a copy
of proof of purchase to a MILWAUKEE factory Service Center location or MILWAUKEE Authorized Service Station, freight prepaid and
insured. 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.
*Every MILWAUKEE V™-technology LITHIUM-ION Battery Pack and
XC LITHIUM-ION Battery Pack is warranted for fi ve (5) years / 2000
charges from the date of purchase, whichever fi rst occurs. The fi rst
1000 charges or 2 years of the warranty, whichever fi rst occurs, are
covered through free replacement of the defective battery. This means
that for the earlier of the fi rst 1000 charges or two (2) years from the
date of purchase/fi rst charge, a replacement battery will be provided
to the customer for any defective battery free of charge. Thereafter,
the remaining charges up to a total of 2000 or the remainder of the fi ve
(5) year period from the date of purchase, whichever fi rst occurs, will
be covered on a pro rata basis. This means that every customer gets
an additional 1000 charges or three (3) years of pro rata warranty on
the V™-technology LITHIUM-ION Battery Pack and XC LITHIUM-ION
Battery Pack depending upon the amount of use.
*The warranty period for ALL non V™-technology and non XC LITHIUM-ION battery packs is two (2) years from the date of purchase.
*The warranty period for M12 2-Beam Laser & M12 Power Port, all
Ni-CD Battery Packs, Job Site Radios, and Trade Titan™ Industrial
Work Carts is one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable
warranty on a 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 T O THIS CONDITION, YOU
SHOULD NOT PURCHASE THE PRODUCT . IN NO EVENT SHALL
MILWAUKEE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENT AL, 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, F AILURE OF,
OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, ANY CLAIMS FOR LOSS OF PROFITS. THIS WARRANTY
IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR
CONDITIONS, WRITTEN OR ORAL, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, MILWAUKEE DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR
PURPOSE, AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES.
This warranty applies to product sold in the U.S.A., Canada and
Mexico only.
Please consult the ‘Service Center Search’ in the Parts & Service
section of MILWAUKEE’s website www.milwaukeetool.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.
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