LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS New batteries must be charged before first use.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Battery Pack Protection

To protect itself from damage and extend its life, the battery Fuel Gauge Lights Diagnosis Solution
pack’s intelligent circuit monitors current draw and temperature.
Lights 1 - 4 Solid Remaining run Continue working
WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all In extremely high torque, binding, stalling, and short circuit situ- time
instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. ations, the battery pack will turn OFF the tool if the current draw 1 Light, flashing Less than 10% Prepare to charge

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. becomes too high. All the fuel gauge lights will flash. Release
the trigger and restart.
slowly
1 Light, flashing
run time left
End of
pack
Charge pack
quickly discharge

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND Under extreme circumstances, the internal temperature of the Lights 1-4, flashing Current draw Release trigger
battery could become too high. If this happens, the fuel gauge quickly too high and restart, reduce
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MILWAUKEE® LI-ION BATTERY PACKS AND THE MILWAUKEE® pressure
LI-ION CHARGER. lights will flash in an alternating pattern and the tool will not run. Lights 1&3 / Battery Release trigger
2. BEFORE USING THE BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER, READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL, YOUR Allow the battery to cool down. 2&4, flashing temperature too and allow battery
alternatingly high to cool
TOOL OPERATOR’S MANUAL, AND ALL LABELS ON THE BATTERY PACK, CHARGER AND TOOL.
3. CAUTION - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, CHARGE MILWAUKEE® LITHIUM-ION PACKS ONLY Cold Weather Operation
IN THEIR MILWAUKEE® LITHIUM-ION CHARGER. Other types of chargers may cause personal injury or
MILWAUKEE® Lithium-Ion battery packs are designed to operate
damage. Battery pack and charger are not compatible with V™-technology or NiCd systems. Do not wire a
in temperatures below freezing. When the battery pack is too
battery pack to a power supply plug or car cigarette lighter. Battery packs will be permanently disabled or
damaged. cold, it may need to warm up before normal use. Put the battery on a tool and use the tool in a light application.
It may “buzz” for a short time until it warms up. When the buzzing stops, use the tool normally.
4. USE MILWAUKEE® LITHIUM-ION PACKS ONLY ON COMPATIBLE MILWAUKEE® LITHIUM-ION TOOLS.
Battery pack and charger are not compatible with V™-technology or NiCd systems. Use with other tools may
result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not charge battery pack in rain, snow, damp or wet locations. Do WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, PERSONAL INJURY, AND PRODUCT DAMAGE DUE TO
not use battery pack or charger in the presence of explosive atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or flammable A SHORT CIRCUIT, NEVER IMMERSE YOUR TOOL, BATTERY PACK OR CHARGER IN FLUID OR
materials) because sparks may be generated when inserting or removing battery pack, possibly causing fire. ALLOW A FLUID TO FLOW INSIDE THEM. CORROSIVE OR CONDUCTIVE FLUIDS, SUCH AS
SEAWATER, CERTAIN INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS, AND BLEACH OR BLEACH CONTAINING
6. CHARGE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. Do not block charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper
PRODUCTS, ETC., CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT.
ventilation. Do not allow smoking or open flames near a charging battery pack. Vented gases may explode.
7. DO NOT BURN OR INCINERATE BATTERY PACKS. Battery packs may explode, causing personal injury
or damage. Toxic fumes and materials are created when battery packs are burned. Maintenance and Storage
8. DO NOT CRUSH, DROP, OR DAMAGE battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a Do not expose your battery pack or cordless tools to water or rain, or allow them to get wet. This could damage
sharp blow, been dropped, run over, or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). the tool and battery pack. Do not use oil or solvents to clean or lubricate your battery pack. The plastic casing
9. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE. Incorrect reassembly may result in the risk of electric shock, fire or exposure to will become brittle and crack, causing a risk of injury.
battery chemicals. If it is damaged, take it to a MILWAUKEE® service facility. Store battery packs at room temperature away from moisture. Do not store in damp locations where corrosion of
10. BATTERY CHEMICALS CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS. Never allow contact with skin, eyes, or mouth. If a terminals may occur. As with other battery pack types, permanent capacity loss can result if the pack is stored
damaged battery pack leaks battery chemicals, use rubber or neoprene gloves to dispose of it. If skin is for long periods of time at high temperatures (over 49°C). MILWAUKEE® Lithium-Ion battery packs maintain
exposed to battery fluids, wash with soap and water and rinse with vinegar. If eyes are exposed to battery
their charge during storage longer than other battery pack types. After about a year of storage, charge the pack
chemicals, immediately flush with water for 20 minutes and seek medical attention. Remove and dispose of
as normal.
contaminated clothing.
11. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT. A battery pack will short circuit if a metal object makes a connection between
the positive and negative contacts on the battery pack. Do not place a battery pack near anything that may Transport
cause a short circuit, such as coins, keys or nails in your pocket. Do not allow fluids to flow into battery pack. Personal transport of Li-Ion battery packs is allowed when done in accordance with these warnings and instruc-
Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach
tions. The proper classification, packaging, labeling, marking, and documentation requirements for shipping
containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit. A short circuited battery pack may cause fire, personal
Li-Ion batteries is dependent upon whether the particular batteries are rated greater than or less than 100 Wh.
injury, and product damage.
Generally, Li-Ion batteries rated 100Wh or less are “excepted” from certain Class 9 DG requirements. Always
12. STORE YOUR BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER in a cool, dry place. Do not store battery pack where
check compliance of Li-Ion battery consignments against the current regulations governing the chosen mode
temperatures may exceed 50°C (120°F) such as in direct sunlight, a vehicle or metal building during the
summer. of transport. When in doubt, contact the carrier or other trained Dangerous Goods professional to confirm ac-
ceptability. Li-Ion packs are shipped under classification UN 3480 (battery only) or UN3481 (batteries contained
13. ALWAYS USE A SIDE HANDLE when using a 9.0 Ah or higher capacity battery pack; the output torque of
some tools may increase. If your drill/driver did not come with a side handle, visit in or packed with equipment).
www.milwaukeetools.com.au for the appropriate accessory handle.

Disposing of MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion Battery Packs

READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE MILWAUKEE® Lithium-Ion battery packs are more environmentally friendly than some other types of power tool

REFERENCE. battery packs (e.g., nickel-cadmium). Always dispose of your battery pack according to federal, state and local
regulations. Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locations.
Even discharged battery packs contain some energy. Before disposing, use electrical tape to cover the terminals
to prevent the battery pack from shorting, which could cause a fire or explosion.

SYMBOLOGY Contacts
Release button
Volts WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR EXPLOSION, NEVER BURN OR INCINERATE A
BATTERY PACK EVEN IF IT IS DAMAGED, DEAD OR COMPLETELY DISCHARGED. WHEN
Fuel
Direct Current gauge BURNED, TOXIC FUMES AND MATERIALS ARE CREATED.

Properly Recycle Batteries Fuel

gauge Release
button button
WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
Fuel Gauge
Use the Fuel Gauge to determine the battery pack's remaining run time. Press the Fuel Gauge button to display Please refer to the Techtronic Industries Pty. Ltd. Warranty Terms and Conditions for MILWAUKEE® products
and accessories which is supplied with the tool or kit. This warranty applies only to product purchased from an
the lights. The Fuel Gauge will light up for 2-3 seconds. When less authorised MILWAUKEE® dealer in Australia or New Zealand.
than 10% of charge is left, 1 light on the fuel gauge will flash slowly. Approximate Run 78-100%
NOTE: If the Fuel Gauge doesn't appear to be working, place the Time Remaining
battery pack on the charger and charge as needed. 55-77% SERVICE - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
®
Compared to NiCd battery pack types, MILWAUKEE Lithium-Ion 33-54%
battery packs deliver fade-free power for their entire run time. MILWAUKEE®prides itself in producing a premium quality product that is Nothing But Heavy Duty®.
The tool will not experience a slow, gradual loss of power as you 10-32% Your satisfaction with our products is very important to us! If you encounter any problems with the
work. To signal the end of discharge, 1 light on the fuel gauge will operation of this tool, please contact your authorised MILWAUKEE® dealer.
flash quickly for 2-3 seconds and the tool will not run. Charge the Less than 10% if bottom light is flashing
battery pack. For a list of MILWAUKEE® dealers, guarantee or service agents please contact MILWAUKEE®
Customer Service or visit our website.
NOTE: Immediately after using the battery pack, the Fuel Gauge
(Australia Toll Free Telephone Number 1300 361 505)
may display a lower charge than it will if checked a few minutes (New Zealand Toll Free Telephone Number 0800 279 624) or visit www.milwaukeetools.com.au /
later. The battery cells "recover" some of their charge after resting. www.milwaukeetools.co.nz.

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