milwaukee 2722-20 M18 Fuel Super Sawzall Reciprocating Saw User Manual

: October 30, 2023
: Milwaukee

milwaukee 2722-20 M18 Fuel Super Sawzall Reciprocating Saw User Manual

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operat- ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi- tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check or misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

Recharge only with the charger specified by themanufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
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 terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact ac- cidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam- aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or tem- perature above 265°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR SAWZALL®

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting ac- cessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed 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 workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, when working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use an OSHA compliant 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.
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 filter out microscopic particles.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No…..2722-20
Volts…..18 DC
Battery Type …..M18™
Charger Type…..M18™
No Load Strokes per Minute…… 0 – 3000
Length of Stroke …… 1.25″
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature……0°F to 125°F

SYMBOLOGY

Volts

Direct Current

No Load Stokes per Minute (SPM)

Read Operator’s Manual

UL Listing for Canada and U.S

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Functional Description

LED
Quik – Lok® blade clamp
Insulating boot
Orbit control switch
Rafter hook (not shown)
Trigger
Speed dial
Trigger lock
Handle
Shoe release lever
Shoe

ASSEMBLY

WARNING Recharge only with the charger specified for the battery. For specific 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.

WARNING Always lock the trigger or remove the battery pack any time the tool is not in use. To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.

WARNING Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.

Selecting a Blade
The Quik-Lok® blade clamp can be used with all 1/2″ shank universal Sawzall® blades. Use MILWAUKEE Sawzall® blades for best performance. When select- ing a blade, choose the right type and length. Many types of blades are available for a variety of appli- cations: cutting metal, wood, nail-embedded wood, scroll cutting, roughing-in, and contours. Many lengths are also available. Choose a length long enough to extend beyond the shoe and your work throughout the stroke. Do not use blades less than 3-1/2″ long since they won’t extend beyond the shoe throughout the stroke.

Installing and Removing Blades from the Quik- Lok® Blade Clamp

WARNING! Remove battery to avoid starting the tool when changing blades. Make sure the spindle and blade clamp areas are clean. Metal chips and sawdust may prevent the Quik- Lok® blade clamp from clamping securely.

Depending on the job, Blade Collar the blade may be in- serted with the teeth facing up or down. To install a blade, twist in the direction of the arrow while in- serting the blade into the clamp until the tang butts against the collar.
Release collar and the spring loaded mechanism will clamp the blade firmly in place.
Twist collar in the opposite direction of the arrow to ensure that the blade is locked into the clamp.
Tug on blade to make sure it is securely locked in place.
To remove a blade, twist collar in the direction of the arrow while pulling on the blade. Be careful when handling hot blades

Quik- Lok® Blade Clamp Maintenance

Periodically clean dust and debris from the Quik – Lok® blade clamp with dry compressed air.
If the collar resists twisting, twist it back and forth to shake debris loose.
Periodically lubricate Quik-Lok® blade clamp with dry lubricant such as graphite.

Removing Broken Blades from the Quik-Lok® Blade Clamp

WARNING! Remove battery to avoid starting the tool when removing blades. Broken blades can be removed by the following methods.

Point the tool downward, twist the collar, and shake the tool up and down (do not turn the tool on while your fingers are holding the blade clamp open). The shank of the broken blade should drop out of the clamp.
If shaking the tool doesn’t work: In most cases, a corner of the broken blade will extend beyond the blade clamp. Simply twist the collar and pull the broken blade out of the clamp by this corner.
If the broken stub doesn’t extend far enough to be grabbed by its corner, use a thin blade with small teeth (such as a metal cutting blade) to hook the blade that is jammed in the clamp while twisting the collar and pull it out

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, be sure the blade always extends beyond the shoe and workpiece throughout the stroke. Blades may shatter if they impact the workpiece or shoe.

Stroke
Assembly

Adjusting the Pivot Shoe

The shoe can be adjusted forward or backward to eight positions to take advantage of the unused por- tion of the blade or for special jobs requiring low blade clearance.

To adjust the shoe, rotate the shoe release lever toward the front of the tool and slide the shoe forward or backward to the desired position.
To lock the shoe in position, push the shoe release lever up.
After adjusting the shoe, slowly pull the trigger to be sure the blade always extends beyond the shoe and your work piece throughout the stroke.

DO NOT OPERATE SAWZALL® WITHOUT SHOE. STRIKING THE SPINDLE AGAINST WORKPIECE MAY DAMAGE THE TOOL

OPERATION

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always wear proper eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. When working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use an OSHA compliant dust extraction solution.

Speed Dial
The speed control dial con- trols the maximum strokes per minute. The speed will remain variable to the chosen dial setting by use of the trigger switch. Refer to the chart for recommended dial settings. *These are only suggested settings; the actual optimal setting may vary depending on line voltage, blade selected and user preference.

MATERIAL	SETTING

Mild Steel Wood Nail-Embedded Wood Stainless Steel Drywall Fiberglass Plastics Cast Iron Non-Ferrous Metals| 2-3 5 5 1-3 4-5 1-3 1-3 2-3 2-3

Trigger Lock
To lock the trigger, push the trigger lock from the side of the tool. The trigger will not work while the switch is in the locked position. Always lock the trigger and remove the battery pack before performing main- tenancy and changing accessories. Lock the trigger when storing the tool and when the tool is not in use. To unlock the trigger, push the trigger lock from the side of the tool.

WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury, always hold tool securely.

Starting, Stopping and Controlling Speed

To start the tool, grasp the handle(s) firmly and pull the trigger.
NOTE: An LED is turned on when the trigger is pulled and will go off shortly after the trigger is released.
To vary the speed, increase or decrease the pres- sure on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled, the greater the speed, up to the speed set by the speed dial.
To stop the tool, release the trigger. Make sure the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the blade from a partial cut or laying the tool down.

Orbit Control Switch
This Seawalls ® is equipped with an orbit control switch. The tool may be operated with straight re- ciprocating (non orbital) or orbital action. Straight reciprocating action should be used when a smooth cut is needed. Orbital action is recon- mended for fast, aggressive cutting. The op- timal orbital action should be determined by the user for their specific cutting requirements.

For straight reciprocating action, move the orbit control switch to the straight cut symbol .
For orbital action, move the orbit control switch towards the orbital cut symbol .

The amount of orbital action may be adjusted by moving the orbital control switch to any position between the two symbols . For larger orbital action, move the orbit control switch closer to the orbital cut symbol . For smaller orbital action, move the orbit control switch closer to the straight cut symbol . Orbital action may be adjusted when the tool is running.
NOTE: Orbital action will not operate if the blade is installed upside down.

Electric Brake
The electric brake engages when the trigger is re- leased, causing the blade to stop and allowing you to proceed with your work. Generally, the saw blade stops within two seconds. However, there may be a delay between the time you release the trigger and when the brake engages. Occasionally the brake may miss completely. If the brake misses frequently, the saw needs servicing by an authorized MILWAUKEE service facility. Always wait for the blade to stop com- pletely before removing the saw from the workpiece

General Cutting
For straight or contour cutting from an edge, line the blade up with your cutting line. Before the blade contacts the work piece, grasp the handle firmly and pull the trigger. Then guide the tool along your cutting line. Always hold the shoe flat against the work piece to avoid excessive vibration.

Cutting Metals
Begin cutting at a slow speed, gradually in creasing speed as you cut. When cutting into metals or hard materials that can not be cut from an edge, drill a starting hole larger than the widest part of the blade.

WARNING 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

Plunge Cutting
This MILWAUKEE Sawzall® is ideal for plunge cut- ting directly into surfaces that can not be cut from an edge, such as walls or floors. Plunge cutting may be done two ways depending on how the blade is inserted. Column A shows how to plunge cut with the teeth of the blade facing downward. Column B shows how to plunge cut with the teeth of the blade facing upward. Do not plunge cut into metal surfaces (see “Cutting Metals”).

Insert the blade into the tool. If you inserted the blade with the teeth facing downward, hold the tool as shown in Column A, resting the edge of the shoe on the workpiece. If you inserted the blade with the teeth facing up- ward, hold the tool as shown in Column B, resting the edge of the shoe on the workpiece.
With the blade just above the workpiece, pull the trigger. Using the edge of the shoe as a pivot, lower the blade into the workpiece as shown.
As the blade starts cutting, raise the handle of the tool slowly until the shoe rests firmly on the workpiece. Then guide the tool along your cutting line to acquire the desired cut.

NOTE: To make plunge cutting easier, use a heavy gauge blade and install the blade with the teeth facing upward as shown in Column B.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug the charger and remove the battery pack from the charger or tool before performing any maintenance. Never disassemble the battery pack, charger, or tool, except as pro- vided in these instructions. Contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for all other repairs.

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 prop- erly, return the tool, charger and battery pack, to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury and damage, never immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

Cleaning

Clean dust and debris from any vents. Keep tool clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean, since certain clean- ing agents and solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household deter- gents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.

Repairs

For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger to the nearest authorized service center.

ACCESSORIES

WARNING Use only recommended accessories. Others may be hazardous. For a complete listing of accessories, go online to www.milwaukeetool.com or contact a distributor

SERVICE – UNITED STATES

1-800-SAWDUST (1.800.729.3878)
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM CST or visit www.milwaukeetool.com Contact Corporate After Sales Service Technical Support with technical, service/repair, or warranty questions.
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SERVICE – CANADA

Milwaukee Tool (Canada) Ltd 1.877.948.2360
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST or visit www.milwaukeetool.ca

LIMITED WARRANTY USA & CANADA

This MILWAUKEE power tool* is warranted to the original purchaser from an authorized MILWAUKEE distributor only to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to certain exceptions, MILWAUKEE will repair or replace any part on this power tool which, after examination, is determined by MILWAUKEE to be defective in material or workmanship for a period of five (5) years after the date of purchase unless otherwise noted. Return of the power tool to a MILWAUKEE factory Service Center location or MILWAUKEE Authorized Service Station, freight prepaid and insured, is required. A copy of the proof of purchase should be included with the return product. This warranty does not apply to damage that MILWAUKEE determines to be from repairs made or attempted by anyone other than MILWAUKEE authorized personnel, misuse, alterations, abuse, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, or accidents. Normal Wear: Many power tools need periodic parts replacement and service to achieve best performance. This warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part including, but not limited to, chucks, brushes, cords, saw shoes, blade clamps, o-rings, seals, bumpers, driver blades, pistons, strikers, lifters, and bumper cover washers.

to the separate and distinct warranties available for those products. The warranty period for the LED in the LED Work Light (49-24-0171) and the LED Upgrade Bulb (49-81-0090) is the lifetime of the product subject to the limitations above. If during normal use the LED or LED Upgrade Bulb fails, the part will be replaced free of charge. Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable warranty on a MILWAUKEE power tool product. The manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine the warranty period if no proof of purchase is provided at the time warranty service is requested.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXCLUSIVE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS A CONDITION OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF EVERY MILWAUKEE PRODUCT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS CONDITION, YOU SHOULD NOT PURCHASE THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL MILWAUKEE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS ALLEGED TO BE AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CLAIMS FOR LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MILWAUKEE DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE; TO THE EXTENT SUCH DISCLAIMER IS NOT PERMITTED BY LAW, SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU, THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
This warranty applies to product sold in the U.S.A. and Canada only. Please consult the ‘Service Center Search’ in the Parts & Service section of MILWAUKEE’s website www.milwaukeetool.com or call 1.800. SAWDUST (1.800.729.3878) to locate your nearest service facility for warranty and non-warranty service on a MILWAUKEE power tool.

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