ASSEMBLY
Recharge only with the charger
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specified for the battery. For spe-
cific 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.
Always remove battery pack before
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changing or removing accessories.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
Only use accessories specifically
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recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Blades are sharp. Keep hands away from cutting
edge. Laceration can occur.
Installing and Adjusting the Side Handle
1. To install, unscrew the side handle
grip completely.
2. Remove the housing from the collar
and bolt.
3. Slide the collar around the neck of
the head.
4. Insert the bolt head into the collar.
5. Fit the housing over the bolt.
6. Screw on the side handle grip.
7. To adjust, unscrew the side handle
grip slightly.
8. Rotate the side handle to the de-
sired position.
9. Tighten the side handle grip se-
curely.
Opening the Jaws
To open the jaws, squeeze the jaw
release levers together. The front jaw
will open and the rear jaw will swing
out.The front jaw will stay open until
the workpiece is inserted.
Changing the Blades
Replace the blades when they become chipped or
damaged. Always replace blades as a set. Use only
MILWAUKEE blades. Refer to Specifications for
replacement blade numbers.
1. Pull trigger for 1 second to slightly extend the rear
blade.
2. Remove the battery pack.
3. Using a 5 mm hex wrench, remove the socket
screws holding the front blade.
4. Press the jaw release levers to open the jaws
and carefully remove the front blade. NOTE: Take
notice of the blade orientation so the new blade
can be installed the same way.
5. Remove the locking thumb screw from the back
of the retaining pin. Push the blade pin out.
6. Slide the rear blade out of the jaws. NOTE: Take
notice of the blade orientation so the new blade
can be installed the same way.
7. Orient the new blades so the flat sides contact
and the bevels face away from each other, like a
pair of scissors.
8. Insert the new rear blade and push in the retaining
pin. Insert and hand tighten the locking thumb screw.
9. Insert the front blade and hand tighten the socket
screws.
10. Close the jaws and securely tighten the socket
screws to 130 in-lbs.
To learn more about the ONE-KEY™ function-
ality for this tool, please reference the Quick
Start guide included with this product or go to
milwaukeetool.com/One-Key. To download the
ONE-KEY™ app, visit the App Store or Google Play
from your smart device.
Solid Blue
Blinking Blue Tool is actively communicating with
Blinking Red Tool is in security lockout and can
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Collar
damage, work on deenergized lines when
possible. Tool is not insulated. Should work
Bolt
on energized lines be required, ensure all proper
precautions, including those contained in NFPA
70E, have been taken first.
Housing
Keep hands away from all cutting edges and
moving parts. Laceration and amputation
can occur.
Grip
Always remove battery pack before changing or
removing accessories. Only use accessories spe-
cifically recommended for this tool. Others may be
hazardous.
Always wear proper eye protection marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Always use a side handle
when using this tool.
Before cutting, ensure blades are properly installed.
1. Insert the workpiece squarely between the blades.
Do not attempt to make angled cuts as it will dam-
age the workpiece and blades. Ensure the jaws
close completely.
2. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Ensure the
workpiece is straight and centered in the jaws.
Keep hands away from blades.
4
ONE-KEY™
ONE-KEY™ Indicator
Wireless mode is active and ready
to be configured via the ONE-KEY™
app.
the ONE-KEY™ app.
be unlocked by the owner via the
ONE-KEY™ app.
OPERATION
To reduce the risk of arc flash,
electric shock and property
Cutting