• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fi re.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be eject-
ed from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
SERVICE
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make ex-
posed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could
give the operator an electric shock.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
•To reduce the risk of explosion, electric shock
and property damage, always check the work
area for hidden gas pipes, electrical wires or
water pipes when making blind or plunge cuts.
• Keep hands away from all cutting edges and
moving parts. Do not reach underneath the
workpiece.
• Do not use dull or damaged blade, which can
cause excessive friction, blade binding and kick-
back.
• Know your workpiece. Remove nail and screw
heads before scraping. Hitting hard objects with
blade may cause the tool to kick back.
• Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
• WARNING: 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.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from lead-based paint
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. 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 fi lter out microscopic particles.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No.
Volts DC
No load OPM
2626-20
18
11,000 - 18,000
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
United States and Canada
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
1. Accessory bolt
2. Adapter
3. Inner fl ange
4. Speed dial
5. On/Off switch
6. Quick release lever
4
4
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the
charger specifi ed for the battery. For specifi c
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.
Changing Accessories
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Lift the quick release lever and
push it fi rmly forward over the
detent.
3. Place the tool upside down on
a fl at surface.
4. Unscrew the accessory bolt.
5. Remove any accessories and
adapter.
6. Clean bolt, flange, adapter
and accessories of all dirt and debris.
7. Place the adapter (if necessary), accessory and
bolt onto the tool. Determine the need for an
adapter by using the chart. Hand tighten securely.
8. Press the quick release lever back into place.
6
5
Typical
Accessory
Assemblies
Accessory Arbor
Use adapter with this side
Type
1
2
* Adapter kit available as
an accessory. Always use
installation guard and accessory
bolt provided with the kit when
using these accessories.
5
facing accessory
adapter not needed
adapter not needed
adapter not needed
adapter not needed