milwaukee 2432-20 M12 Cordless Propex Expansion Tool User Manual

June 4, 2024
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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 the dust or fumes.
  • Keep children and bystanders away while operating 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. Unmodifi ed 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. 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. 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 infl uence 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 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 fi nger 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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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.

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 the battery pack 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 chil-dren 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. Check for 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.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
  • Recharge only with the charger specifi ed by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fi re 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 fi re.
  • 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 fi re.
  • Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush 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

  • Use tool only to expand PEX-a material. Other materials may split or crack, causing leaking.
  • Store tool with expander head installed to protect expander cone from damage.
  • Keep fi ngers away from expander head during use. When expander head contracts, pinching can occur.
  • 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

SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No.| Volts DC| Max PEX-A Diameter| Expander Heads| Lubricant
2432-20| 12| 3/8″ – 1″| 3/8″ – 1″ MILWAUKEE M12™

ProPEX™ or Uponor Standard

| Expander Cone Grease

Cat.No. 49-08-2400

SYMBOLOGY

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

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  1. Expander head
  2. Trigger
  3. Trigger lock
  4. LED
  5. Fuel gauge
  6. Belt hook
  7. Expander cone

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.

Inserting/Re moving 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 Expander Heads
To remove an expander head, unscrew from tool counterclockwise.
To install an expander head, screw onto tool clockwise. Hand tighten securely. Do not over-tighten. The expander head must fi t snuggly against the shoulder of the tool.

OPERATION

WARNING Always remove battery pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields.

Fuel Gauge
To determine the amount of charge left in the bat-tery, pull the trigger. The Fuel Gauge will light up for 2-3 seconds.
To signal the end of charge, 1 light on the fuel gauge will fl ash for 2-3 seconds.

Trigger Lock
To lock the trigger, push the trigger lock from the left side of the tool. The trigger will not work while the switch is in the locked position. 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 right side of the tool.

CAUTION Use only MILWAUKEE M12™ ProPEX™ expander heads or Uponor Standard expander heads. The use of incorrectly sized expansion heads may result in faulty connections, which could result in property damage.

Making PEX Tubing Connections
To ensure a proper connection:

  • Remove the expander head and remove any dirt and debris.
  • Use a clean, lint-free cloth to apply a thin coat of MILWAUKEE Expander Cone Grease Cat.No. 49-08-2400 to the expander cone. Do not over-lubricate.

CAUTION Improper lubrication (too much or too little) may result in faulty connections, which could result in property damage.

  • Do not expand tubing beyond the tool’s capac-ity (1″).
  • Pull trigger and verify that the expander head is rotating after each cycle when using MILWAUKEE M12™ ProPEX™ expander heads.
  1. Cut the PEX tubing to the needed length. Use only cutters designed for PEX tubing. Make sure the cut is perpendicular to the length of the tubing.

  2. Slide the ProPEX™ Ring over the end of the tubing until it butts aginst the ring stop.
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  3. Insert the expander head into the PEX tubing.

  4. Pull the trigger. The expander head will expand, retract, and rotate slightly in each cycle.
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CAUTION When using Uponor Standard expansion heads, properly rotate the tubing after each expansion to create even, smooth expansion marks. Not rotating the tubing may cause deep grooves and faulty connections, which could result in leaking and property damage.

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Ring Size Number of Expansions with Ring*
3/8″ PEX 6-7
1/2″ PEX 7-8
5/8″ PEX 9-10
3/4″ PEX 11-12
1″ PEX 17-18
  • Fewer or more expansions may be necessary, as influenced by weather and technique.

    1. Continue until the tubing and ring are flush with the expander head shoulder.
    2. Remove the tubing when the segments are contracted and release the trigger. To avoid over-expanding the tubing, do not keep tool in the expanded position with tubing in place.
    3. Wipe excess grease from inside tubing.
    4. Slide the tubing over the fi tting until it is fl ush with the fi tting shoulder. Connection may be tight. If unable to slide tubing over the fi tting, remove from fitting and expand one additional time.
    5. Tubing should fi t tight against the fitting shoulder. If more than 1/16″ gap between tubing and shoulder, cut 2″ off the end of the tubing and restart procedure with a new ProPEX™ Ring.

3/8″ ProPEX™ Rings
The 3/8″ ProPEX™ Rings do not fi t over 3/8″ tubing without expanding the ring separately.

  1. Place the ProPEX™ Ring on the expander head and pull the trigger to expand the ring once.

  2. Remove the ring.

  3. Flip the ring over

  4. Place the ring on the expander head and pull the trigger to expand the ring once more.

  5. Immediately remove the ring and slide onto the tubing.
    NOTE : The 3/8″ ProPEX™ Rings shrink faster than other size rings.

  6. Continue with step 3 of “Making PEX Tubing Connections”.

Cold-weather Use
Colder weather (<40°F/4°C) requires a longer contraction time and fewer expansions. Do not make ProPEX™ connections in temperatures under 5°F (-15°C).

Troubleshooting ProPEX™ Connections
If fittings will not seal, check for the following:

  • Is the expander head screwed on tightly? Tighten the head securely.

  • Are the expander head segments bent or misaligned? Replace expander head.

  • Are the expander head segments failing to contract between expansions? Clean and relu-bricate.

  • Is the expander cone over or under-lubricated?Clean and relubricate.

  • Is the fitting damaged? Replace fitting.

  • Is the expander cone bent or damaged? Return to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repair.

  • Was the expander head held in the expanded position before tubing was removed? Cut 2″ off tubing and restart process.

  • Was the tubing rotated slightly after each expansion when using an Uponor Stanard expansion head? Cut 2″ off tubing and restart process.

  • Are the tubing and ProPEX™ Ring clean and dry? Wipe dry.

  • Is grease getting into the tubing from the expander head? Wipe grease from tubing. Clean and relubricate expander head.
    If ProPEX™ Ring slides during expansion:

  • Are the tubing and ProPEX™ Ring clean and dry? Wipe clean.

  • Are your hands clean and dry? Wipe dry — oils from your hands can lubricate the tubing and ProPEX™ Ring.

  • Are you holding the ring in place? Place your thumb against the ring and hold in place during first couple of expansions.

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 re-pair by adopting a regular maintenance program. Each month:

  • Remove the expander head and soak in de-greasing agent to remove grease from between expander segments.

  • Wipe expander cone with clean, dry, lint-free cloth. Re-lubricate.
    After six months to one year, depending on use, return the tool, battery pack and charger to a MILWAUKEE service facility for:

  • Lubrication

  • Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)

  • Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger, motor)

  • Testing to assure proper mechanical and electrical operation
    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 fl ow inside them.

Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from charger and tool vents. Keep tool handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool, battery pack and charger since certain cleaning 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 detergents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.

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

ACCESSORIES

WARNING Always remove battery pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.

For a complete listing of accessories refer to your MILWAUKEE Electric Tool catalog or go online to www.milwaukeetool.com. To obtain a catalog, contact your local distributor or service center.

SERVICE PARTS LIST

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1            See Chart         Head Assembly (Optional, see chart)  (1)
1.1            —————         Segment                                       (6)
1.2            —————       Garter (1)
1.3            —————        Ring (1)
2            43-40-0950            Frame (1)
3            34-40-1050            O-Ring (1)
4            42-76-0950            Rotating Collar (1

5 40-50-1575 Collar Spring (1)
6 44-60-1580 Pin (1)
7 31-76-0300 Drive Collar (1)
8 40-50-1035 Return Spring (1)

9

10

| 32-75-1190

44-96-0230

| Spindle

Roller

| (1)
11| 44-60-1585| Roller Pin| (1)
12| 28-20-1390| Gearcase Cover Assembly| (1)
« 13

14

| 06-82-5320

02-04-1005

| 8-32 x 5/8″ Pan Hd. Slt. Tapt. T-20 Scr.

Ball Bearing

| (4)
15| 36-10-0680| Cam and Shaft Assembly| (1)
« 17| 28-14-2332| Gearcase Assembly| (1)
18| —————| 4th Carrier| (1)
19| —————| 4th Planet Gear| (5)
20| —————| 4th Sun Gear| (1)
21| —————| 3rd Planet Gear| (5)
22| —————| 3rd and 4th Ring Gear| (1)
23| —————| 3rd Sun Gear| (1)
24| —————| 2nd Planet Gear| (3)
25| —————| 2nd Sun Gear| (1)
26| —————| 1st Planet Gear| (3)
27| —————| 1st and 2nd Ring Gear| (1)
28| —————| Washer| (1)
29| 05-90-0050| Spring Washer| (2)
30| 05-81-0205| M3 x 6 Pan Hd. Motor Screw| (2)
31| 42-36-0840| Motor Mount Bracket| (1)
32| 44-60-1530| Motor Mount Pin| (2)
33| —————| Motor Pinion| (1)
34

35

36

| 23-30-0625

—————

—————

| Motor Assembly Handle Halve – Left

PCBA

| (1)

(1)

37

38

39

40

| —————

—————

—————

31-76-0325

| Connector Block LED

LED Holder

Shuttle

| (1)

(1)

(1)

41| —————| Switch| (1)
42| 44-10-0825| Trigger Lever| (1)
43

44

| 31-92-0570

—————

| Trigger

Handle Halve – Right

| (1)

(1)

45

46

| 06-82-1080

43-72-0430

| M3 x 14 Pan Hd. Plast. T-10 Screw

Shuttle Detent

| (5)
47

48

49

50

51

52

53

55

| 40-50-1475

31-44-2475

23-66-2840

42-70-0058

12-20-2432

42-55-2400

05-88-0675

43-74-0730

| Shuttle Detent Spring Handle Kit

Switch Assembly Housing Connection Clip Service Nameplate Carrying Case, Optional

M3 x 20 Pan Hd. Plast. T-10 Screw

Belt Hook

| (1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

(1)

56| 02-04-1022| Ball Bearing| (1)
57| 10-20-2002| Warning Label (Not Shown)| (1)
58| —————| Fuel Gauge Label (Not Shown)| (1)
59| 45-88-1485| Flat Washer| (1)

LUBRICATION NOTES:
Use Type ‘L’ Grease, No. 49-08-4175
Total amount approx. 12 grams (.4 ounces)
When servicing, remove 90-95% of the existing grease prior to installing Type ‘L’.
Original grease maybe similar in color but not compatible with ‘L’.

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WIRING SPECIFICATIONS

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LIMITED WARRANTY – USA AND CANADA

Every MILWAUKEE power tool (including cordless product – tool, battery pack(s) – see separate & distinct CORDLESS BAT-TERY PACK LIMITED WARRANTY statements & battery charger and Work Lights) is warranted to the original purchaser only to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to certain exceptions, MILWAUKEE will repair or replace any part on an electric power tool which, after examination, is determined by MILWAUKEE to be defective in material or workmanship for a period of fi ve (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.

The warranty period for, Job Site Radios, M12™ Power Port and Trade Titan™ Industrial Work Carts is one (1) year from the date of purchase. The warranty period for a LED Work Light and LEDUpgrade Bulb is a limited LIFETIME warranty to the original purchaser only, if during normal use the LED bulb fails the Work Light or Upgrade Bulb will be replaced free of charge.

This warranty does not cover Air Nailers & Stapler, Airless Paint Sprayer, Cordless Battery Packs, Gasoline Driven Portable Power Generators, Hand Tools, Hoist – Electric, Lever & Hand Chain, M12™ Heated Jackets, Reconditioned product and Test & Measurement products. There are separate and distinct warranties available for these products.
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 at www.milwaukeetool.com or call 1.800.SAWDUST (1.800.729.3878) to locate your nearest MILWAUKEE factory Service Center location.

LIMITED WARRANTY – MEXICO, CENTRAL AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN

TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES’ warranty is for 5 year since the original purchase date.
This warranty card covers any defect in material and workmanship on this Power Tool.
To make this warranty valid, present this warranty card, sealed/stamped by the distributor or store where you purchased the product, to the Authorized Service Center (ASC). Or, if this card has not been sealed/stamped, present the original proof of purchase to the ASC.
Call toll-free 1 800 832 1949 to fi nd the nearest ASC, for service, parts, accessories or components.

Procedure to make this warranty valid
Take the product to the ASC, along with the warranty card sealed/stamped by the distributor or store where you purchased the product, and there any faulty piece or component will be replaced without cost for you. We will cover all freight costs relative with this warranty process.

Exceptions
This warranty is not valid in the following situations:

  1. When the product is used in a different manners from the end-user guide or instruction manual.
  2. When the conditions of use are not normal.
  3. When the product was modifi ed or repaired by people not authorized by TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES.

Note: If cord set is damaged, it should be replaced by an Authorized Service Center to avoid electric risks.

SERVICE AAND TTENTION CENTER
Rafael Buelna No.1.
TCol. ezozomoc Mexico, Azcapotzalco D.F.
Ph. 01 832800 1949

IMPORTED AND COMMERCIALIZED BY: TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES MEXICO, DE.S.A. C.V. Av. Santa Fe 481 piso 6, Col. Curz Manca.
CP 05349, Cuajimalpa, D.F.

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