Milwaukee M18 BLTRC Operator's Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Cat. No.
M18 BLTRC
M18™ BRUSHLESS THREADED ROD CUTTER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.
GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
tions provided with this power tool. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
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.
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
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WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
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liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
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ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
ELECTRICAL 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.
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.
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If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of a RCD 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
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 a 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.
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.
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• 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
jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry 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.
• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
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 remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 and accessories. 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
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
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result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
with another battery pack.
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battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
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• 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
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
explosion or risk of injury.
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excessive temperature. -
perature above 130°C (265°F) may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range may damage the battery and increase the risk
Charging
SERVICE
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorised service providers.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
THREADED ROD CUTTER
•Do not use tool without cutting dies installed.
Fingers could be crushed with or without cutting
dies in place.
Cutting dies are sharp. Keep hands away from
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cutting edges and moving parts. Avoid
cutting short pieces of material that put
hands near cutting dies. Laceration and
amputation can occur.
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Do not carry tool with finger on the trigger.
Accidental actuation could cause laceration or
amputation.
• To reduce the risk of injury, always wear proper
eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Material may crack or shatter.
• To reduce the risk of explosion, electric
shock and property damage, never cut
electrical, gas, or water lines. Tool is NOT
insulated. Contact with a live circuit could result
in severe injury or death.
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WARNING
siderable amount of dust, use an OSHA compliant dust extraction solution in accordance with
the solution’s operating instructions.
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Always use common sense and be cautious
when using tools. It is not possible to anticipate
every situation that could result in a dangerous
outcome. Do not use this tool if you do not
understand these operating instructions or you feel
the work is beyond your capability; contact
MILWAUKEE
additional information or training.
To reduce the risk of injury in
applications that produce a con-
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Tool or a trained professional for
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Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE
replacement.
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WARNING
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
Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
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service facility for a
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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1. Benchtop supports
2. LED worklight
3. Fixed die
4. Movable die
5. Hex wrench (5 mm)
6. Reverse button
7. Handle
8. Trigger
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SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Read operator’s manual
Regulatory Compliance mark (RCM).
This product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
WARNING
cu tting edges and moving parts.
Laceration and amputation can occur.
Cutting dies are sharp.
Keep hands away from
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