milwaukee M18FROP1500 Random Orbital Polisher Instruction Manual

M18FROP1500 Random Orbital Polisher
Instruction Manual

Cat. No.
M18 FDAP150
M18 FUEL™ 150 MM (6”) DUAL ACTION POLISHER

WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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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 atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
• Power tools create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating the 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 conditions. 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. The 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 residual current device (RCD) protected supply. The use of an RCD 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 a 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. The use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from the 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 for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aff ect 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 diff erent 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 the manufacturer. 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 the 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 dam­aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• o not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
• 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 POLISHERS

Safety Warnings Common for Polishing:

• This power tool is intended to function as a polish­ 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.
• Operations such as grinding, sanding, wire brush­ing or cutting-off are not recommended to be per­formed with this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury.
• Do not use accessories that are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufac­ Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe operation.
• The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
• The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
• The threaded mounting of accessories must match the polisher spindle thread. For accessories mounted by flanges, the arbor hole of the accessory must fit the locating diameter of the flange. Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively, and may cause a loss of control.
• Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspects the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks, a backing pad for cracks, tear, or excess wear, and a wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool at maxi mum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this test time.
• Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on the application, use a face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear a dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves, and a workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high-intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of work- piece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond the immediate area of operation.
• Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your control.
• Do not run the powertool while carrying it at your side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
• Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s fan will draw dust inside the housing and excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical hazards.
• Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
• Do not use accessories that require liquid cool ants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock.
• Kickback and Related Warnings Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at the point of the binding.
• For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away from the operator, depending on the direction of the wheel’s movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under these conditions.
• Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
• ‘Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Always use an auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up. The operator can control torque reactions or kickback forces if proper precautions are taken.
• Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. The accessory may kick back over your hand.
• Do not position your body in the area where the power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel the tool in a direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at the point of snagging.
• Use special care when working corners, sharp edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the ac cessory. Corners, sharp edges, or bouncing have a  tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
• Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickbacks and loss of control.

Additional Safety Warnings

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.

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of injury, when working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use a suitable 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 replacement.

ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
WARNING
Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

SYMBOLOGY

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| Direct Current
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| Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
This product meets applicable regulatory requirements.
| Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material. Electric tools and electronic equipment that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No………………………………. M18 FDAP150
Volts………………………………………… 18V DC
Battery Type …………………………….M18™
Charger Type……………………………….M18™
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature ………………. -17°C to 51°C (0°F to 125°F)
Rated RPM ………………………………………. 0 – 5,100
Pad Diameter………………………………….150mm (6″)

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

5. Trigger

ASSEMBLY

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.

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

Installing/Removing/Cleaning the Dust Screen
Using the dust screen will increase the performance and extend the life of the tool.
Do not use the tool without a dust screen installed.

1. To attach the dust screen, snap the screen over the tool’s handle.
2. To remove the dust screen, insert a flat screwdriver into the notch at the top of the dust screen and pry away from the tool.
3. To clean the dust screen, tap against a hard surface, or blow clean with compressed air.

Installing Polishing Pads/Bonnets

1. To install, remove the battery pack and place the tool on its tool rest with the backing plate upright.
2. Press the polishing pad/bonnet securely onto the backing plate. Use a centering tool, if provided, to ensure the pad is aligned for proper balance.
3. To uninstall, remove the battery pack and reverse the procedure.

OPERATION

WARNING
To reduce the risk wearing proper eye protection marked of injury, and always comply with AS/NZS 1337.1.
When working in dusty situations, wear appropriate respiratory protection or use a suitable dust extraction solution.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating the polisher. They could get caught in moving parts causing serious injury. Keep your head away from the polisher and polishing area. Hair could be drawn into the polisher causing serious injury.

Starting, Stopping, and Controlling Speed
Generally, lower speeds are recommended for tight work areas and higher speeds are ideal for large surface areas. Use the speed control dial to set the maximum speed for the application.

1. Set the speed control dial to the desired maximum speed.
2. To start the trigger.
3. To vary the speed, increase or decrease the pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled, the greater the speed, up to the speed set on the dial.
4. Use the trigger lock to LOCK ON the tool for continuous use, if desired.
5. To stop the tool, release the trigger. Ensure the tool has come to a complete stop before laying the tool down.

Polishing
Always use the handles for proper control. Move the polisher back and forth in long, sweeping strokes. Too much pressure, the wrong angle, or improper motion may cause swirl marks or burning.
For detailed polishing instructions, read the instructions provided with the finishes, waxes, and polishes.

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 tool,  battery pack, or charger. Contact a MILWAUKEE® service facility for ALL 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’s 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 properly, 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.

Clean dust and debris from any vents. Keep the tool clean, dry, and free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean, since certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include petrol, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia, and household detergents 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 milwaukeetool.com.au/milwaukeetool.co.nz or contact a distributor.

References

• Milwaukee Tool | Official New Zealand Site of Milwaukee Tool | Nothing but HEAVY DUTY®
• Milwaukee Tool | Official Australia Site of Milwaukee Tool | Nothing but HEAVY DUTY®

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