milwaukee M18 FUEL Belt Sander User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Milwaukee
Table of Contents
milwaukee M18 FUEL Belt Sander
ASSEMBLY
BATTERY
INDICATOR
OPERATION
TECHNICAL DATA
SANDER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings, such as
polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc., can self-ignite in the sander dust bag or
elsewhere and cause fi re. To reduce the risk of fi re, always empty the dust
bag frequently (10-15 minutes) while sanding and never store or leave the
product without totally emptying its dust bag. Also, follow the
recommendations of the coating manufacturer.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY AND WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
Never reach into the danger area of the product when it is running. Do not
remove chips and splinters while the product is running. Use protective
equipment. Always wear safety glasses when working with the product. The dust
produced when using the product may be harmful to health. Do not inhale the
dust. Use a dust absorption system and wear a suitable dust protection mask.
Remove deposited dust thoroughly, e.g. with a vacuum cleaner. Immediately turn
off the product in case of considerable vibrations or if other malfunctions
occur. Check the product in order to fi nd out the cause. The workpiece must
be fi xed if it is not heavy enough to be steady. Do not let any metal parts
enter the ventilation slots – danger of short circuit. Do not machine any
materials that present a danger to health (e.g. asbestos). When grinding
metal, fl ying sparks are produced. Take care that no persons are endangered.
Because of the danger of fi re, no combustible materials should be located in
the vicinity (spark fl ight zone). Do not use dust extraction.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
- The belt sander can be used for sanding wood, plastic, metal, fi ller, and painted surfaces.
- The product is suitable for dry sanding only.
- Do not use the product for any other purpose.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible to
completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may
arise in use and the operator should pay special attention to avoid the
following:
- injury caused by vibration – Hold the product by designated handles and restrict working time and exposure.
- hearing injury caused by exposure to noise – Restrict exposure and wear appropriate hearing protection
- injuries due to flying debris – Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, heavy long trousers, gloves, substantial footwear, and safety glasses, at all times.
- health hazards caused by breathing toxic dusts – Wear a mask if necessary.
BATTERIES
Battery packs that have not been used for some time should be recharged before use. Temperatures in excess of 50°C reduce the performance of the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk of overheating). The contacts of the chargers and battery packs must be kept clean. For an optimum lifetime, the battery packs have to be fully charged after use. To obtain the longest possible battery life, remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully charged. For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
- Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27°C and away from moisture.
- Store the battery packs in a 30% – 50% charged condition.
- Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal. Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or by burning them. MILWAUKEE distributors off er to retrieve old batteries to protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short circuit risk). Use only M18 System chargers for charging M18 System battery packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems. Never break open battery packs and chargers, and store them only in dry rooms. Keep the battery packs and chargers dry at all times. Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid, wash it off immediately with soap and water. In case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek medical attention. No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the charger (short circuit risk).
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fi re, personal injury, and product damage due
to a short circuit, never immerse the product, battery pack, or charger in
flAuid 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.
BATTERY PACK PROTECTION
In extremely high torque, binding, stalling and short circuit situations that
cause high current draw, the product vibrates for about 5 seconds, the fuel
gauge fl ashes, and then the product turns off . To reset, release the
trigger. Under extreme circumstances, the internal temperature of the battery
pack could raise too much. If this happens, the fuel gauge fl ashes until the
battery pack cools down. After the lights go off, continue working.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation
requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with local,
national, and international provisions and regulations.
- Batteries can be transported by road without further requirements.
- Commercial transport of lithium-ion batteries by third parties is subject to Dangerous Goods Regulations. Transport preparation and transport are exclusively to be carried out by appropriately trained persons and the process has to be accompanied by corresponding experts.
When transporting batteries:
- Ensure that the battery contact terminals are protected and insulated to prevent short circuit.
- Ensure that the battery pack is secured against movement within the packaging.
- Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leaking.
- Check with the forwarding company for further advice.
WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
The stock removal rate during sanding and the surface finish are essentially determined by the choice of the sanding belt and the preselected belt speed. The higher the belt speed, the higher the stock removal and the finer the sanding surface. Only flawless abrasive belts produce good sanding performance and protect the power tool. If possible, work with a low contact pressure to increase the service life of the sanding belts. The dead weight of the power tool is sufficient for good sanding performance. The excessive increase of the contact pressure does not result in higher sanding performance, but in greater wear of the power tool and the sanding belt. Place the power tool, turned on, on the surface to be machined. Work at a moderate feed rate and carry out the sanding process parallel and overlapping to the sanding paths. Sand in the direction of the grain, and crosswise sanding tracks result in disturbing sanding effects. Particularly when sanding off paint residues, these may melt and smear the material surface and the sanding belt. Therefore, work with dust extraction. A sanding belt with which metal has already been processed should not be used for other materials. Store abrasive belts in a hanging position only
EXTERNAL SUCTION
Connect the suction hose to a vacuum cleaner. Use a special vacuum cleaner
when extracting dust that is particularly hazardous to health, carcinogenic,
or dry dust.
PRESELECT BELT SPEED
The required belt speed depends on the material and the working conditions and
can be determined using practice tests.
CLEANING
The ventilation slots of the product must be kept clear at all times.
MAINTENANCE
Use only MILWAUKEE accessories and MILWAUKEE spare parts. Should components that have not been described need to be replaced, contact one of our MILWAUKEE service centres (see our list of guarantee or service addresses). If needed, an exploded view of the product can be ordered. State the product type and the serial number on the label, and order the drawing at your local service centers.
SYMBOLS
- Read the instructions carefully before starting the product.
- Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the product.
- Always wear goggles when using the product. Wear a suitable dust protection mask. Rotation direction
- Accessory – Not included in standard equipment, available as an accessory.
- Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries/rechargeable batteries together with household waste material. Electric tools and batteries that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately
- and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice and collection point.