Warning
charger specified for the battery. For specific
charging instructions, read the operator's
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Inserting/Removing the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body of
the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
Warning
pack before changing or removing accesso-
ries. Only use accessories specifically recom-
mended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
Selecting Blade
Select a blade appropriate for your application.
Refer to the "Accessories" section for a list of blades
to be used for the proper applications of this tool.
Always use sharp blades. Dull blades tend to
overload the tool and increase the chance of KICK-
BACK. Only use thin kerf blades with a maximum
safe operating speed greater than the no load RPM
marked on the tool's nameplate. Read the blade
manufacturer's instructions before use. Do not use
any type of abrasive cut-off wheel or dry diamond
cutting blades. Use the correct blade type for your
application. Using the wrong blade may result in
reduced performance or damage to the blade. Do
not use blades that are cracked or have broken
teeth. Do not sharpen ferrous metal cutting blades;
see the blade manufacturer's recommendations
regarding sharpening.
Checking the Operation of the Lower Guard
Check the operation and condition of the lower
guard lever. If the guard and the lever are not op-
erating properly, they must be serviced before use.
Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to dam-
aged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris.
1. Unplug tool before checking the lower guard.
2. Place the tool on its side.
NOTE: This procedure will not show proper lower
guard operation if the tool is not on its side.
3. Grasp the lower guard by the sides and push it
all the way back into the blade housing.
4. Release the lower guard.
• If the guard immediately springs back into
place, it is working correctly and you may
continue with use.
• If the guard does not immediate spring back
into place, clean the upper and lower guards
to remove all chips and debris. Then, check
the operation again by starting with step 1.
• If the guard still does not immediately spring
back into place, contact a MILWAUKEE service
facility for repairs.
Recharge only with the
Always remove battery
assembly
Installing and Removing Blades
1. Remove battery pack.
2. Place the saw on a flat surface with the blade fac-
ing upwards. To remove the bolt from the spindle,
push in the spindle lock button. While holding in
the spindle lock button, use the wrench provided
with the tool to turn the bolt counterclockwise.
Remove the bolt and outer flange.
3. Slide the lower guard lever up to raise the lower
guard. Remove the blade from
the spindle. Always clean the
spindle, upper guard and lower
guard to remove any dirt and
dust.
NOTE: Do not remove in-
ner blade flange or wash-
er. Larger diameter of inner
flange should face the blade.
4. To install a blade, place the
blade on the spindle with
the teeth pointing in the
same direction as the ar-
row on the lower guard.
Release the lower guard
lever.
5. Place the blade flange on
the spindle and hand tighten the bolt.
6. While holding in the spindle lock button, use the
wrench to turn the bolt clockwise and tighten.
Adjusting Depth
1. Remove battery pack.
2. To adjust the depth of the cut, hold the saw by
the handle and loosen the depth adjusting lever
by pulling it up.
Fig. 1
3. Raise or lower the shoe to the desired position.
For the proper depth setting, the blade should
extend no more than 1/4" below the material
being cut.
Fig. 2
4. Push down the depth adjusting lever to secure
the shoe position.
5
Bolt
Outer
flange
Inner
flange
Washer
Spindle
Arrow