Milwaukee V28 S, 0719-20 V28 Operator's Manual

SAWZALL
PASSE-PARTOUT SAWZALL
SIERRAS SABLE-SAWZALLS DE

Cat. No.

No de cat.

0719-20

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL de L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL del OPERADOR

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
AFIN DE RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE BLESSURES, L'UTILISATEUR DOIT LIRE LE

MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR.
PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE LESIONES, EL USUARIO DEBE LEER EL MANUAL

DEL OPERADOR.

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WORK AREA SAFETY

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

PERSONAL SAFETY

WARNING

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fi re and/or
serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY RULES-FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS

1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite acci­dents.

2. Do not operate power tools in ex-

plosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of fl ammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Power tools create sparks which

may ignite the dust or fumes.

3. Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distrac­tions can cause you to lose control.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.

7. 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.

8. When operating a power tool out-

doors, use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable

for outdoor use reduces the risk of elec­tric shock.

9. Stay alert, watch what you are do-

ing 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 medication. A moment of inattention

while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.

10. Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Safety equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.

11. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off-position before plug­ging in. Carrying tools with your fi nger on

the switch or plugging in power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.

12. 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.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.

14. Dress properly. Do not wear loose

clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long

hair can be caught in moving parts.

15. If devices are provided for the connec-

tion of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected
and properly used. Use of these de-

vices can reduce dust-related hazards.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. 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 preven-

tive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.

19. Store idle power tools out of the reach

of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tools or
these instructions to operate power
tools. Power tools are dangerous in the

hands of untrained users.

20. 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.

21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.

22. Use the power tool, accessories and

tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of
power tool, 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.

SERVICE

28. 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.

23. Ensure the switch is in the off posi-

tion before inserting battery pack.

Inserting the battery pack into power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.

24. Recharge only with the charger speci-
fi 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.

25. Use power tools only with specifi cally
designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fi re.

26. 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.

27. Under abusive conditions, liquid may

be ejected from the battery, avoid
contact. If contact accidentally oc­curs, fl ush with water. If liquid con-
tacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery

may cause irritation or burns.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces 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.

2. Keep hands away from all cutting edges and moving parts.

3. Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important information. If unreadable or
missing, contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.

4. 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.

5. 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.

1. Handle

2. High/Low/Trigger lock switch

3. Trigger

4. Insulating boot

5. Quik-Lok™ blade clamp

6. Blade

7. Shoe

8. Shoe release lever

9. Battery pack

10. Battery pack release buttons

TOOL ASSEMBL Y

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 won't extend beyond the shoe
throughout the stroke.

For best performance and longest life, see
“Accessories” to select the best blade for
the job.

Removing Battery Pack from Tool

Push in the release buttons and pull the
battery pack away from the tool.

Inserting Battery Pack into Tool

T o insert the battery pack onto the tool, slide
the pack onto the body of the tool. Make sure
it latches securely into place.

Symbology

Volts Direct Current

No Load Strokes per Minute (SPM)

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
United States and Canada

Strokes

per Minute

Hi 0 - 3000
Lo 0 - 2000

Specifi cations

Catalog

No.

0719-20

Volts

DC

28

Length of

Stroke

1-1/8"

Fig. 1

Inserting a
battery pack

Removing a
battery pack

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, 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.

WARNING

Recharge only with the charger
specifi ed for the battery pack. For
specifi c charging instructions, read
the operator's manual supplied with
your charger and battery pack.

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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. 3

1/4 Turn

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, be sure
the blade always extends beyond the
shoe and workpiece throughout the
stroke. Blades may shatter if they im­pact the workpiece or shoe (Fig. 4).

Quik-Lok

®

Blade Clamp Maintenance

• Periodically clean dust and debris from
the Quik-Lok

®

Blade Clamp with dry

compressed air.

• If the collar resists twisting, twist the
collar back and forth to shake debris
loose.

• Periodically lubricate Quik-Lok

®

Blade
Clamp with a dry lubricant such as
graphite.

Removing broken blades from the Quik­Lok® Blade Clamp

Broken blades can be removed by the fol­lowing methods.

• Remove battery pack before removing
blades.

• Point the tool downward, twist the collar,
and shake the tool up and down (DO
NOT turn the tool on 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.

Installing and Removing Blades from the
Quik-Lok

®

Blade Clamp

Remove battery pack before changing
blades. Make sure the spindle and blade
clamp areas are clean. Metal chips and
sawdust may prevent the Quik-Lok® Blade
Clamp from clamping securely.

Fig. 2

1. Depending on the job, the blade may
be inserted with the teeth facing up or
down. To install a blade, twist collar in
the direction of the arrow while inserting
the blade into the clamp until the tang
butts against the collar.

2. Release collar and the spring loaded
mechanism will clamp the blade fi rmly
in place.

3. Twist collar in the opposite direction of
the arrow to ensure that the blade is
locked into the clamp.

4. Tug on blade to make sure it is securely
locked in place.

5. To remove a blade, twist collar in the
direction of the arrow while pulling on
the blade. Be careful when handling hot
blades.

1. T o adjust the shoe, pull the shoe release
lever down 1/4 turn and slide the shoe
forward or backward to the desired
position.

2. To lock the shoe in position, push the
shoe release lever up.

3. After adjusting the shoe, slowly pull
the trigger to be sure the blade always
extends beyond the shoe and your
workpiece throughout the stroke.

DO NOT OPERATE SAWZALL WITHOUT
SHOE. STRIKING THE SPINDLE AGAINST
WORKPIECE MAY DAMAGE THE RECIP­ROCATING MECHANISM.

Fig. 4

Stroke

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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 downward. (When
attempting to plunge cut in this manner, shoe
must be moved all the way out, as shown.)
Column B shows how to plunge cut with the
teeth of the blade facing upward. Do not
plunge cut into metal surfaces (see "Cutting
Metals").

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 firmly 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 and install the blade
with the teeth facing upward as shown in
Column B.

Fig. 6

A B

WARNING

To reduce the risk of explosion,
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.

Plunge Cutting

2. To vary the speed, increase or decrease
the pressure on the trigger. The further
the trigger is pulled, the greater the
speed. The maximum RPM is determined
by the high/low/trigger lock switch.

3. To stop the tool, release the trigger.
Make sure the blade comes to a com­plete stop before removing the blade
from a partial cut or laying the tool
down.

Electric Brake

The electric brake engages when the trig­ger is released, causing the blade to stop
and allowing you to proceed with your work.
Generally, the saw blade stops within two
seconds. However, there may be a delay
between the time you release the trigger
and when the brake engages. Occasionally
the brake may miss completely. If the brake
misses frequently, the saw needs servic­ing by an authorized MILWAUKEE service
facility. You must always wait for the blade
to stop completely before removing the saw
from the workpiece.

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.

Cold Weather Operation

The V28 Lithium-Ion battery pack can be
used in temperatures down to -4°F. When
the battery pack is very cold, it may pulse for
the fi rst minute of use to warm itself up. Put
the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in
a light application. After about a minute, the
pack will have warmed itself up and operate
normally.

For low speed (Maximum 2000 RPM): Move
the switch to the left." " will be displayed
above the switch. To vary the speed up to
2000 RPM, increase or decrease pressure
on the trigger. Low speed is generally used
for cutting metals.

For high speed (Maximum 3000 RPM):
Move the switch to the right. " " will be dis­played above the switch. To vary the speed
up to 3000 RPM, increase or decrease pres­sure on the trigger.

To lock the trigger: Move the switch to the
center. " " will be displayed above the
switch. 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 changing
accessories. Lock the trigger when storing
the tool and when the tool is not in use.

Starting, Stopping and Controlling
Speed

1. To start the tool, grasp the handle fi rmly
and pull the trigger.

OPERATION

High/Low/Trigger Lock Switch

T o set the maximum speed or lock the trigger,
move the high/low/trigger lock switch to the
following positions (Fig. 5):

Fig. 5

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2

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury , keep hands
away from the blade and all moving
parts. Always wear safety goggles or
glasses with side shields.

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For a complete listing of accessories refer to
your MILWAUKEE Electric T ool catalog or go
on-line to www.milwaukeetool.com. T o obtain
a catalog, contact your local distributor or a
service center.

See Pages 34 & 35 for a listing of Super
Sawzall

®

Blades

WARNING!

Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.

ACCESSORIES

Repairs

For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and
charger to the nearest authorized service
center.

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

• Brush inspection and replacement

• 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.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of personal 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.

Cleaning

Clean out dust and debris from vents and
electrical contacts by blowing with com­pressed air. 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, keeping away from all electri­cal contacts. 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 sol-
vents around tools.

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 fl ow inside them.

Every MILWAUKEE electric power tool (including 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 a 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/Sales Support
Branch location or MILWAUKEE Authorized Service Station, freight prepaid and insured, are requested
for this warranty to be effective. 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 Hoists (lever, hand chain, & electric chain hoists), Ni-Cd battery packs, Work
Lights (cordless fl ashlights), Job Site Radios, and Trade Titans™ Industrial Work Carts is one (1) year
from the date of purchase.

*There is a separate warranty for Li-Ion Battery Packs that accompany the power tools:
*Every MILWAUKEE Li-Ion Battery Pack is covered by an initial 1000 Charges/2 Years free replacement

warranty. This means that for the earlier of the fi rst 1000 charges or two (2) years from the date of pur-
chase/fi rst charge, a replacement battery will be provided to the customer for any defective battery free of
charge. Thereafter, customers will also receive an additional warranty on a pro rata basis up to the earlier
of the fi rst 2000 charges or fi ve (5) Years from the date of purchase/fi rst charge. This means that every
customer gets an additional 1000 charges or three (3) years of pro rata warranty on the Li-Ion Battery
Pack depending upon the amount of use. During this additional warranty period, the customer pays for
only the useable service received over and above the fi rst 1000 Charges/2 years, based on the date of fi rst
charge and number of charges found on the battery pack via MILWAUKEE’s Service Reader. After 1000
charges/2 years from the date of purchase/fi rst charge, the customer will be charged a prorated amount
for the service rendered.

Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable warranty on a MILWAUKEE product.
However, proof of purchase in the form of a sales receipt or other information deemed suffi cient by
MILWAUKEE, 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. 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 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.

FIVE YEAR TOOL LIMITED WARRANTY