OPERATOR'S MANUAL Cat. No. 0&%66 M18 FUEL™ DEEP CUT DUAL-TRIGGER BAND SAW WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, user mustread and understandoperator's manual. GENERAL POWER TOOL •Remove any adjusting key or wrench before SAFETY WARNINGS turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may WARNING Read all safety warnings, instruc- result in personal injury. tions, illustrations and specifica- •Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and tions provided with this power tool. Failure to balance at all times. This enables better control follow all instructions listed below may result in of the power tool in unexpected situations. electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all •Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or warnings and instructions for future reference. jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-oper- can be caught in moving parts. ated (cordless) power tool. •If devices are provided for the connection of WORK AREA SAFETY dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure •Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or these are connected and properly used. Use of dark areas invite accidents. dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. •Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- •Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use spheres, such as in the presence of flammable of tools allow you to become complacent and liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can which may ignite the dust or fumes. cause severe injury within a fraction of a second. •Keep children and bystanders away while operat- POWER TOOL USE AND CARE ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose •Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power control. tool for your application. The correct power tool ELECTRICAL SAFETY will do the job better and safer at the rate for which •Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never it was designed. modify the plug in any way. Do not use any •Do not use the power tool if the switch does not adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power Any power tool that cannot be tools. controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be reduce risk of electric shock. repaired. •Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded •Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric the power tool before making any adjustments, shock if your body is earthed or grounded. changing accessories, or storing power tools. •Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi- Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the starting the power tool accidentally. risk of electric shock. •Store idle power tools out of the reach of children •Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. power tool or these instructions to operate the Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase of untrained users. the risk of electric shock. •Maintain power tools and accessories. Check •When operating a power tool outdoors, use an for misalignment or binding of moving parts, extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of breakage of parts and any other condition that a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. have the power tool repaired before use. Many •If operating a power tool in a damp location is accidents are caused by poorly maintained power unavoidable, use a residual current circuit breaker tools. (RCD) protected supply. Use of a RCD reduces •Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly the risk of electric shock. maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. PERSONAL SAFETY •Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits •Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use etc. in accordance with these instructions, common sense when operating a power tool. Do taking into account the working conditions and not use a power tool while you are tired or under the work to be performed. Use of the power tool A moment of inattention while operating power tools result in a hazardous situation. may result in serious personal injury. •Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean •Use personal protective equipment. Always and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and wear eye protection. Protective equipment such grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or control of the tool in unexpected situations. hearing protection used for appropriate conditions BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE will reduce personal injuries. •Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch • Recharge only manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. with another battery pack. the switch or energizing power tools that have the • switch on invites accidents. battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may 2 •When battery pack is not in use, keep it away •arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, lumber. keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on that can make a connection from one terminal how often you do this type of work. To reduce your to another. Shorting the battery terminals together exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such •Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected as those dust masks that are specially designed to from the battery; avoid contact. If contact ac- cidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. SYMBOLOGY Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation Volts or burns. •Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam- Direct Current SMPM No Load Surface Metres per Minute (SMPM) explosion or risk of injury. Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). • This product meets applicable excessive temperature. - regulatory requirements. perature above 130°C (265°F) may cause explosion. •Follow all charging instructions and do not charge Read Operator's Manual the battery pack or tool outside the temperature ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES Charging To reduce the risk of fire, WAR NIN G range may damage the battery and increase the risk personal injury , and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow SERVICE inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, • such as seawater , certain industrial chemicals, repair person using only identical replacement and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power can cause a short circuit. tool is maintained. • Never service damaged battery packs. Service SPECIFICATIONS of battery packs should only be performed by the Cat. No........................................... M18 CBS125S manufacturer or authorized service providers. Volts............................................................18V DC Battery Type .................................................M18™ SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR Charger Type................................................M18™ BAND SAWS SMPM ..............................................................0-116 • Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, Recommended Blades .....................1140mm x 12.7 when performing an operation where the cutting Bi-Metal accessory may contact hidden wiring.Cutting Capacities accessories contacting a "live" wire may make ex- Round Stock ..............................................125mm posed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could Rectangular Stock .....................125mm x 125mm give the operator an electric shock. Recommended Ambient • Keep hands away from cutting area Operating Temperature ....................-17°C to 50°C DANGER and the blade. Keep your second hand on handle. If both hands are holding the saw, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION they cannot be cut by the blade. 3 4 5 • To reduce the risk of injury, when 6 WARNING working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use an 2 7 OSHA compliant dust extraction solution. • Always use common sense and be cautious when 1 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. 12 11 10 9 8 • WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other 1. Tension lock 7. Handle construction activities contains chemicals known to 2. Front handle trigger 8. Hang hook cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive 3. Front handle 9. Guide adjustment button harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: •lead from lead-based paint 4. Speed dial 10. Material guide •crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other 5. Trigger lock 11. Blade masonry products, and 6. Rear handle trigger 12. LED ON button 3 ASSEMBLY WARNING Do not touch blade immediately Recharge only with the charger after use. Blade will be hot. WARNING - Changing Blades 1. REMOVE BATTERY PACK BEFORE CHANG- manual supplied with your charger and battery. ING OR REMOVING BLADES. Removing/Inserting the Battery 2. Turn the tension lock handle located on the front To remove the battery, push in the release buttons of the saw 180° counterclockwise.