Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2787-20, M18 Fuel 2788-20 Operator's Manual
Cat. No. / No de cat.
2787-20, 2788-20
M18™ FUEL™ 1-1/2" MAGNETIC DRILLS
PERCEUSE MAGNÉTIQUE DE 38 mm (1-1/2") M18™ FUEL™
TALADROS MAGNÉTICOS M18™ FUEL™ DE 38 mm (1-1/2")
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL de L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL del OPERADOR
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.
AVERTISSEMENT An de réduire le risque de blessures, l'utilisateur doit lire et bien
comprendre le manuel.
ADVERTENCIA Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y entender el manual.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specica-
tions provided with this power tool. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, 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-oper-
ated (cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
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. Unmodied 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 inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. 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 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 o-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on
the switch or energizing 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
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 o. 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 aect 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 dierent from those intended could
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.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
• Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of re when used
with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and re.
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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
may cause burns or a re.
• 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 damaged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re,
explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or tem-
perature above 265°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specied in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specied
range may damage the battery and increase the risk
of re.
SERVICE
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
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 authorized service providers.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
MAGNETIC DRILLS
• Always use safety chain. Mounting can release.
•
DANGER
To reduce the risk of injury, always
keep hands, gloves, rags, clothing,
etc. away from moving parts and chips. Do not try to
remove chips while the cutter is rotating. Chips are
sharp and can pull objects into moving parts.
• Clean the surface before attaching the drill stand
to the work surface. Paint, rust, scale, or uneven
surfaces decrease the holding strength of the mag-
net. Chips, burrs, dirt and other foreign matter on the
surface of the magnet base will also decrease holding
power.
• Do not attach magnetic base to nonmagnetic
grades of stainless steel. The magnet base WILL
NOT hold. The permanent magnetic drill attaches
magnetically to 1/4" or thicker ferrous stock. Do not
use on stock less than 1/4".
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the
operator an electric shock.
• Safety Strap
• Do not use near acids or bleaching agents.
• Do not use for overhead lifting.
• Do not use strap if webbing is cut.
• Webbing must be protected from sharp edges.
• All hardware must be in line with direction of
pull for rated capacity.
• 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 Tool or a trained
professional for additional information or training.
• 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 specially designed to
lter out microscopic particles.
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
C
US
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of injury,
always keep hands,
gloves, rags, clothing, etc. away from
moving parts and chips. Do not try to
remove chips while the cutter is rotating.
Chips are sharp and can pull objects into
moving parts.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No. ...................................... 2787-20, 2788-20
Volts.............................................................. 18 DC
Battery Type .................................................M18™
Charger Type................................................M18™
No Load RPM ...........................High 690 / Low 400
Twist Drill* ......................................................... 1/2"
HSS Cutter ....................................................1-1/2"
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature ......................0°F to 125°F
*Requires use of 1/2" drill chuck adapter.
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specied for the battery. For specic charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Attaching Feed Handle
1. Line up the anvil and slide the handle into place
on the desired side of the tool.
2. To remove, press the center button and pull the
handle away from the tool.
Do not use a wrench, pipe, or any other lever in place
of the feed handle.
Motor adjustment lever
The motor adjustment lever is used to raise and lower
the motor on the slide rail. Always hold the motor
securely before loosening the adjustment lever.
Installing the Cutting Fluid Bottle
1. Ensure the valve is in the o (sideways) position.
2. Fill the bottle with HAWG WASH® cutting uid.
3. Attach the bottle bracket to the drill.
4. Attach the hose to the tting on the side of the drill.
OPERATION
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accesso-
ries. Only use accessories specically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, always wear safety
goggles or glasses with side shields.
Typical Operation
1. Check the work surface to make sure it is clean
and free of foreign materials.
Paint, rust, scale or uneven surfaces decrease the
holding strength of the magnet. Chips, burrs, dirt
and other foreign materials on the surface of the
magnetic base will also decrease holding power.
Use a smooth, at le to keep the magnet clean
and free of nicks.
The drill attaches magnetically to 1/4" or thick-
er ferrous stock. Do not use on stock less
than 1/4". The magnetic base WILL NOT hold
on nonmagnetic grades of stainless steel.
2. To install/remove cutter:
A. Remove battery pack.
B. Raise the drill motor to its highest position on
the slide rail.
C. Twist the quick-change arbor. Insert the cutter
into the arbor and release collar. Tug on cutter
to ensure it is secure. Cutter should be fully
seated into spindle.
D. Reverse procedure to remove cutter.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1. Slide rail
2. Carrying handle
3. Steel tie-o ring
(2788-20 only)
4. Feed handle
5. Battery bay
6. Magnet activation knob
7. Speed selector
8. Motor adjustment lever
9. Cutting uid valve
10. Cutting uid bracket
11. Cutting uid bottle
12. ON(I) / OFF(O) switch
13. Drill motor
14. Cutting uid tting
15. Quick-change arbor
16. Safety strap bracket
(strap not shown)
17. Magnetic base
18. LED button
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NOTE: Do not remove cutter unless slug is
removed. Slug may eject unexpectedly. Avoid
contact with cutter tips. Periodically inspect the
cutter tips for loose or damaged tips.
NOTE: If the cutter does not release from the arbor
when the collar is turned, use a locking pliers to
grasp the cutter above the cutter utes. Holding
the collar securely in one hand, rotate the pliers
clockwise to release the cutter from the arbor.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, do not
hold workpiece by hand.
3. Select High Speed or Low Speed , depending
on your application.
4. Position the tool so the center pin is directly over
the desired cutting location. Rotate the magnet
knob to engage the magnet. The magnet icons will
align . The drill motor will not start if the magnet
is not engaged with the work surface.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
use a safety strap on vertical, overhead, and pipe applications. Mounting can release.
5. Use a safety strap on vertical, overhead, and pipe
applications.
A. Route the safety strap, through the lower
slots, and wrap it tightly around a solid, rigid
structure. Make sure the strap is not twisted.
B. Snap the safety strap snaphooks together.
Eliminate any slack in the strap.
C. When using on a vertical surface, secure the
safety strap with a c-clamp or similar device.
This will hold the strap in place and prevent
the tool from sliding down the vertical surface.
Do not clamp to the strap. This may damage
the strap and cause it to break.
WARNING
Do not use cutting uid in an over-
head or any other position that
allows cutting uid to enter motor or switch enclosure.
6. Insert battery pack.
7. With the ON(I) / OFF(O) switch in the OFF(O)
position, turn the cutting uid bottle valve to the ON
(downward) position. Cutting uid will be released
as the center pin contacts the work surface.
Failure to lubricate properly will cause cutter
damage. The use of HAWG WASH® cutting uid
is recommended for long life of these cutters.
The operator is responsible for the application of
lubricants other than HAWG WASH® cutting uid.
In overhead or vertical cutting applications, do
not use cutting uids. Use only lubricant pastes
or sprays recommended for high speed cutting.
Do not allow lubricant pastes and sprays to enter
tool.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of in-
jury, always keep hands,
gloves, rags, clothing, etc. away from
moving parts and chips. Do not try to
remove chips while the cutter is rotat-
ing. Chips are sharp and can pull objects into
moving parts.
8. Start the drill motor by pulling the
ON(I) / OFF(O) switch out, by
both sides, to the on(I) position.
The drill motor will not start if the
magnet is not engaged with the
work surface.
WARNING
Excessive force on the feed handle
will break magnet free.
9. Even large bits only require a small amount of
pressure on the feed handle.
When feeding the cutter into the material, apply
only enough force to produce a curled chip. Applying too little force will result in small broken chips
and increased cutting time. Applying too much
force will cause overheating of the cutter resulting
in short cutter life. Overheating of the cutter can
be noticed when cutter and chips turn brown or
blue. Excessive force can cause the cutter to slow
down to a point where cutting time will increase.
The use of cutting lubricants will reduce cutting
heat and increase cutter life
Use less feed pressure when slotting or notching
because there is less support for the cutting edges
in these situations.
10. Keep constant pressure throughout the entire
operation to prevent chips and burrs from falling
under the cutting edges. Cutting debris under the
cutter can make cutting dicult or impossible.
11. When the cut is complete, withdraw the cutter
while the spindle is still rotating.
12. Stop the drill motor by pushing in the ON(I) / OFF(O)
switch.
13. When the spindle has stopped rotating, use a
pliers to remove cutting debris and chips from the
cutter and spindle. Use care to avoid damaging
the cutter teeth.
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14. The center pin is spring loaded. Provide protection
from ejected slug for people and property below
cutting area.
15. Firmly grip the tool and rotate the magnet knob
to disengaging the magnet.
16. When drilling on pipe, use the accessory pipe
adaptor 48-10-0130 and the safety strap.
MAINTENANCE
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
MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
Inspect your tool for issues such as undue noise,
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, or any other condition that may aect the tool
operation. Return the tool, battery pack, and charger
to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repair. After six
months to one year, depending on use, return the
tool, battery pack and charger to a MILWAUKEE
service facility for inspection.
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 personal injury and damage, never immerse
your tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or
allow a liquid to ow inside them.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep handles
clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild
soap and a damp cloth to clean, 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 deter-
gents containing ammonia. Never use ammable or
combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest service center.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
www.milwaukeetool.com or contact a distributor.
SERVICE - UNITED STATES
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Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM CST
or visit www.milwaukeetool.com
Contact Corporate After Sales Service Technical
Support with technical, service/repair, or warranty
questions.
Email: metproductsupport@milwaukeetool.com
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SERVICE - CANADA
Milwaukee Tool (Canada) Ltd
1.800.268.4015
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM CST
or visit www.milwaukeetool.ca
LIMITED WARRANTY
USA & CANADA
Every MILWAUKEE power tool* (see exceptions below) 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 workman-
ship for a period of 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.
Normal Wear: Many power tools need periodic parts replacement and
service to achieve best performance. This warranty does not cover
repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part including,
but not limited to, chucks, brushes, cords, saw shoes, blade clamps,
o-rings, seals, bumpers, driver blades, pistons, strikers, lifters, and
bumper cover washers.
*This warranty does not cover Air Nailers & Staplers; Airless Paint
Sprayer; Cordless Battery Packs; Gasoline Driven Portable Power
Generators; Hand Tools; Hoist – Electric, Lever & Hand Chain; M12™
Heated Gear; Reconditioned Product; and Test & Measurement
Products. There are separate and distinct warranties available for
these products.
**The warranty period for Job Site Radios, M12™ Power Port, M18™
Power Source, Jobsite Fan and Trade Titan™ Industrial Work Carts is
one (1) year from the date of purchase. The warranty period for the
Drain Cleaning Cables is two (2) years from the date of purchase. The
warranty period for the M18™ Compact Heat Gun and the 8 Gallon
Dust Extractor is three (3) years from the date of purchase. The warranty period for the LED in the LED Work Light and the LED Upgrade
Bulb for the Work Light is the lifetime of the product subject to the
limitations above. If during normal use the LED or LED Bulb fails, the
part will be replaced free of charge.
Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable war-
ranty 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 CON-
TRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF EVERY MILWAUKEE PRODUCT.
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