The torque specifications shown here are approximate Starting, Stopping and Controlling Speed

values obtained with a fully charged battery pack. 1. To start the tool, grasp the handle firmly and pull
APPLICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Torque Specifications
the trigger.
NOTE: An LED is turned on when the trigger is WARNING To reduce the risk of elec- WARNING To reduce the risk of injury,
Clutch pulled. tric shock, check work area for hidden pipes always unplug the charger and remove the
Applications
Setting in. lbs 2. To vary the speed, increase or decrease the and wires before drilling or driving screws. battery pack from the charger or tool before
1-5 5-15 Small screws in softwood. pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger performing any maintenance. Never disas-
6-10 16-22 Medium screws in softwood or small is pulled, the greater the speed. Drilling in Wood, Composition Materials and semble the tool, battery pack or charger.
screws in hardwood. 3. To stop the tool, release the trigger. Make sure Plastic Contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for
11-15 23-28 the bit comes to a complete stop before laying When drilling in wood, composition materials and
Large screws in softwoods. Medium ALL repairs.
16-18 29-40 screws in hardwood or large screws in the tool down. plastic, select the drill-only operating mode.
hardwood with pilot hole. Start the drill slowly, gradually increasing speed as Maintaining Tool
Battery Pack Protection you drill. When drilling into wood, use wood augers
NOTE: Because the settings shown in the table are only To protect the battery from damage and extend Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
or twist drill bits. Always use sharp bits. When using repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
a guide, use a piece of scrap material to test the different its life, the tool’s intelligent circuit monitors current twist drill bits, pull the bit out of the hole frequently
clutch settings before driving screws into the workpiece. draw, temperature, and voltage drops. After six months to one year, depending on use,
to clear chips from the bit flutes. To reduce the return the tool, battery pack and charger to a
Selecting Speed In extremely high torque, binding, stalling, and short chance of splintering, back work with a piece of
circuit situations that cause high current draw, the MILWAUKEE service facility for:
The speed selector is on top of the motor housing. scrap wood. Select low speeds for plastics with a • Lubrication
Allow the tool to come to a complete stop before tool will vibrate for about 5 seconds, the fuel gauge low melting point.
will flash, and then the tool will turn OFF. To reset, • Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears,
changing speeds. See “Applications” for recom- Drilling in Metal spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)
mended speeds under various release the trigger.
Under extreme circumstances, the internal tem- When drilling in metal, select the drill-only • Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger,
conditions. operating mode. Use high speed steel twist drills motor)
1. For Low speed, push the perature of the battery could become too high.
If this happens, the fuel gauge will flash and the or hole saws. Use a center punch to start the hole. • Testing to assure proper mechanical and
speed selector to display “1”. Lubricate drill bits with cutting oil when drilling in electrical operation
2. For High speed, push the battery pack will shut off. Let the battery pack cool
and then continue work. iron or steel. Use a coolant when drilling in nonfer- If the tool does not start or operate at full power
speed selector to display “2”. rous metals such as copper, brass or aluminum. with a fully charged battery pack, clean the contacts
Using the Control Switch Back the material to prevent binding and distortion on the battery pack. If the tool still does not work
The control switch may be set to three positions: on breakthrough. properly, return the tool, charger and battery pack,
forward, reverse and lock. Due to a lockout mecha- to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
Drilling in Masonry
nism, the control switch can only be adjusted when When drilling in masonry, select the hammer
the ON/OFF switch is not pressed. Always allow drill operating mode. Use high speed carbide-tipped WARNING To reduce the risk of per-
the motor to come to a complete stop before using bits. Drilling soft masonry materials such as cinder sonal injury and damage, never immerse your
the control switch. Forward -
block requires little pressure. Hard materials like tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or allow
Push from
For forward (clockwise) rotation, RIGHT concrete require more pressure. A smooth, even a liquid to flow inside them.
push in the control switch from the flow of dust indicates the proper drilling rate. Do not
right side of the tool. Check the let the bit spin in the hole without cutting. Do not Cleaning
direction of rotation before use. use water to settle dust or to cool bit. Both actions Clean dust and debris from charger and tool
will damage the carbide. vents. Keep tool handles clean, dry and free of oil
For reverse (counterclockwise) or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth
Reverse -
rotation, push in the control switch Push from Driving Screws and Nut Running to clean the tool, battery pack and charger since
LEFT
from the left side of the tool. Check Drill a pilot hole when driving screws into thick or certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to
direction of rotation before use. hard materials. Select the driving screws mode. plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these
To lock the trigger, push the control Set the torque selector collar to the proper position include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint
switch to the center position. The and set the speed to low. Use the proper style and thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia
trigger will not work while the con- size screwdriver bit for the type of screw you are and household detergents containing ammonia.
Lock - Never use flammable or combustible solvents
trol switch is in the center locked Push to using. With the screwdriver bit in the screw, place
position. Always lock the trigger
CENTER the tip of the screw on the workpiece and apply firm around tools.
or remove the battery pack before pressure before pulling the trigger. Screws can be
removed by reversing the motor. Repairs
performing maintenance, changing For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and char-
accessories, storing the tool and Overloading ger to the nearest service center listed on the back
any time the tool is not in use. Continuous overloading may cause permanent cover of this operator's manual.
damage to tool or battery pack.

ACCESSORIES

WARNING Always remove battery pack

before changing or removing accessories.
Only use accessories specifically recommend-
ed 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.
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