MILWAUKEE M18 FUEL HAMMERVAC FPDEX (01) PDF Document

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using the MILWAUKEE M18 FUEL HAMMERVAC FPDEX. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

Work Area Safety:

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

• Do not use within 10 metres of areas where explosive materials may be present (such as gasoline pumps and places where liquids like paint thinners, cleaners, solvents, etc. are stored).

• Do not use in the presence of explosive dust, liquids or vapours.

• Do not use where oxygen or anesthetics are used.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

• Use extra care when using on stairs.

Electrical Safety:

• Do not pick up wet material. Do not use water to settle dust.

• Do not handle battery pack or dust extractor with wet hands.

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

Personal Safety:

• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use the dust extractor when you are tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

• Always wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields marked to comply with AS/NZS 1337.1 when operating the dust extractor.

• Wear a dust mask or use a suitable dust extraction solution when working in dusty situations.

• Use personal protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection for appropriate conditions.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.

• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles.

• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before inserting the battery pack.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Use and Care:

• Do not use without the dust box and filter in place.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without a filter in place.

• This product is suitable for the collection of silica dust when used in accordance with these instructions. To reduce the risk of health hazards from other vapours or dust, do not vacuum carcinogenic, toxic or hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health-endangered materials.

• Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.

• To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty the dust box after each use.

• Do not leave the dust extractor unattended when a battery pack is installed. Remove the battery pack when not in use and before servicing.

• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the appliance.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything else that may reduce air flow.

• Before using the dust extractor, read this operator’s manual, your tool, battery pack and charger operator’s manuals, and all labels on the dust extractor, battery pack, charger and tool.

• Never use the dust extractor without the dust box and HEPA filter in place. Never use water to clean the dust box or HEPA filter.

• Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• To reduce the risk of injury, when working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use a suitable dust extraction solution.

• 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.

• 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. 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 filter out microscopic particles.

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

To reduce the risk of fire, 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 inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit. Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

The main components are:

1. Hammer contacts

2. Depth gauge

3. Nozzle adjustment lever

4. Nozzle

5. Bit brush

6. Bit depth gauge button

7. Accessory fitment adjuster button

8. Dust box latches

9. Hammer release button

Note: Specifications for M18 FDEX are also listed in the manual for use with the M18 FH M18 FUEL™ 26 mm SDS PLUS Rotary Hammer.

Always remove the battery pack before removing the dust box. Do not use the tool without the dust box and HEPA filter in place.

To remove the dust box:

1. Turn OFF the tool.

2. Remove the battery pack.

3. Squeeze the dust box latches.

4. Pull the dust box away from the HAMMERVAC™.

5. Clean the filter and dust box by following the recommended cleaning steps.

To install the dust box:

1. Slide the dust box into the body of the HAMMERVAC™.

2. The dust box latches should snap into place.

NOTE: Do not operate the HAMMERVAC™ without the dust box and HEPA filter in place. The dust box cannot be installed without a HEPA filter.

When working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use a suitable dust extraction solution. Keep the filter clean as the efficiency of the HAMMERVAC™ is largely dependent on it. Do not clean with water or compressed air.

Disposal of Dust:

Regularly empty the dust box. Carefully transfer the collected dust to a suitable container with a tight-fitting lid to minimise the amount of dust that re-enters the air. Ensure minimal dust is allowed to escape. Disposal of dust needs to be done in accordance with local regulations.

Cleaning Dust Box:

Wear suitable personal protective equipment. Remove any remaining dust in the dust box port thoroughly after the dust box has been removed and appropriately handled, e.g., by using a compliant dust extraction system (Class M recommended as a minimum) in accordance with local regulations.

Disposal of HEPA Filter:

After about 1,500 holes or loss of suction, discard the HEPA filter. Clean the dust box, then carefully transfer the HEPA filter to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Disposal of the HEPA filter needs to be done in accordance with local regulations. Replace the HEPA filter with a correct replacement HEPA filter (Cat. No. 49902306).

Replace the nozzle under the following conditions:

• After drilling about 1,500 holes.

• When the bit brush shows signs of wear.

• When suction is reduced.

• When dust escapes through the bit brush during use.

To replace the nozzle:

1. Rotate the nozzle release lever down to the open position.

2. Pull the old nozzle out from the lower nozzle assembly.

3. Slide the new nozzle into the lower nozzle assembly.

4. Rotate the nozzle release lever up to the closed position.

(Use Standard nozzle Cat. No. 14520105 or Large Cat. No. 14520110).

To remove the depth stop:

1. Turn OFF the tool.

2. Remove the battery pack.

3. Remove screws from the left and right side of the rear depth bracket with a philips screwdriver.

4. Remove the front depth bracket by pulling up on it. A flat head screwdriver can be used to free the snap if needed.

To install the depth stop:

1. Place the rear depth bracket into the slot on the top of the dedicated dust extractor.

2. Insert screws into the left and right side of the rear depth bracket with a philips screwdriver.

3. Insert the front depth bracket into the dove tail slot on the nozzle base and push down until it is snapped into place.

1. Turn OFF the tool.

2. Remove the battery pack.

3. Remove the depth stop (see “Removing/Installing the Depth Stop” instructions).

4. Remove the screw attaching the front depth bracket to the ruler assembly with a philips screwdriver.

5. Remove the bit depth gauge button by first sliding the bottom plate of the ruler assembly out of the front button; this may require both buttons to be pushed at the same time.

6. Remove the rear depth bracket from the ruler assembly and reassemble it so the bracket hangs on the desired side.

7. Slide the bottom ruler plate through the top button (the reverse of step 5).

8. Reattach the bit depth gauge button; the top ruler plate needs to be assembled first using the small tabs.

9. Install the depth stop (see “Removing/Installing the Depth Stop” instructions).

The MILWAUKEE M18 FUEL HAMMERVAC FPDEX is for use with dedicated rotary hammers. Refer to the Specifications chart for compatible tools.

1. Remove the battery pack from the rotary hammer.

2. Slide the foot of the rotary hammer onto the dust extractor.

3. Push the contacts through the protective cover on the rotary hammer. The hammer release will snap into place.

For proper suction and depth control, the nozzle assembly should be positioned so the bit is flush with the forward face of the nozzle.

1. Press and hold the tool and bit depth gauge button.

2. Push in the nozzle assembly until the bit is flush with the front face of the nozzle.

3. Release the tool and bit depth gauge button.

NOTE: Fully extend the HAMMERVAC™ before storing to preserve spring life.

1. Fit the HAMMERVAC™ to the tool and bit.

2. Press and hold the depth gauge button and slide the depth gauge to the desired depth. The drilling depth is the last visible measurement shown when viewed from the depth gauge on the top of the tool.

To ensure the HAMMERVAC™ is properly set to the tool, bit, and desired depth, always drill a test hole. When using the optional Crevice Tool (Cat. No. 49902325), set the drill depth to 0.

Always wear proper eye protection and appropriate respiratory protection when operating.

1. Empty the dust box. For optimal use, refer to the “Removal and Cleaning of Dust Box and Filter” section.

2. Install and position the nozzle assembly to the desired side.

3. Fit the HAMMERVAC™ to the tool and bit.

4. Set the drill depth.

5. Install the battery pack.

6. Pull the trigger to start the HAMMERVAC™.

7. Begin use according to the tool manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Always hold the tool securely using both handles to maintain control.

9. Stop and empty the dust box when needed.

NOTE: When the HAMMERVAC™ has come to a stop, the AUTOPULSE™ Filter Cleaning Mechanism will click three times to clear the filter of debris that could become lodged. For best performance, position the HAMMERVAC™ either horizontally or vertically downward (pointed at the ground) during this cycle. Empty the dust box often.

You should stop operation and empty the dust box under the following conditions:

• When suction decreases.

• When dust begins to come through the bit brush.

• When dust covers the filter in the visible dust box.

Empty the dust box often for best performance.

Always remove the battery pack before performing any maintenance. Do not use the tool without the dust box and HEPA filter in place.

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 affect 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 it to a MILWAUKEE® service facility for repairs.

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 petrol, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.

Repairs:

For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger to the nearest authorised service centre.