Milwaukee 3675-20 M18 FUEL Rebar Cutting Instruction Manual

Milwaukee 3675-20 M18 FUEL Rebar Cutting

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 the 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, which 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. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the 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 the 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 a 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, a 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 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.
• 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 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., under 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 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 accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the 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.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F (130°C) may cause an 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 REBAR CUTTERS

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not convert this power tool to operate in a way that is not specifically designed and specified by the tool manufacturer. Such a conversion may result in a loss of control and cause serious personal injury.
• This tool is designed for cutting rebar. Cutting other materials will shorten the life of the blade and may result in injury.
• Ensure the blade cover is in place. Never operate the tool while the blade cover is open.
• Do not use accessories that are not specifically designed and specified by the tool manufacturer. 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 tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
• The dimensions of the accessory mounting must fit the dimensions of the mounting hardware of the power tool. Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively, and may cause loss of control.
• Never use damaged or incorrect mounting hardware. The blade flange and screw were specially designed for your tool, for optimum performance and safety of operation.
• Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
• Keep your hands away from the cutting area and the blade. Keep your second hand on the auxiliary handle. If both hands are holding the tool, they cannot be cut by the blade.
• Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while cutting. Secure the workpiece before cutting. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, kickback, or loss of control.
• Hold the power tool by its insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Do not touch the blade, workpiece, or chips with your bare hands immediately after cutting; they may be hot and could burn skin.
• The chip bag (available separately) may be hot after use. Use caution when emptying the chip bag.
• 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……………………………………………… 3675-20
• Volts…………………………………………………….. 18 DC
• Battery Type ………………………………………….M18™
• Charger Type…………………………………………M18™
• Cutting Capacity …………..#10, 1-1/4″, 32 mm rebar
• RPM………………………………………………………..2000
• Weight …………………………………………………….7 lbs (Tool-Only)
• Weight ………………………………………………..10.4 lbs (With M18™ HD 12.0 battery pack)
• Recommended Lanyard……………MILWAUKEE Energy Absorbing Max 54″ length, rated to 15 lbs
• Replacement Blade Cat. No…………….. 48-40-4064
• Module/FCC ID……………………… QOQ-BGM220S2
• Contains IC…………………………. 5123A-BGM220S2
• Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature……………….. 0°F to 125°F

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1. Blade cover screws (2)
2. Worklight LED (not shown)
3. Spindle lock button
4. Side handle sockets
5. Handle
6. Dust screen
7. Hex wrench storage (not shown)
8. CUTBRAKE button
9. ONE-KEY™ indicator
10. Lanyard attachment point (not shown)
11.  Paddle switch
12. Side handle
13. Debris port
14. Cutting shoe guide
15. Guide adjustment screw
16. Blade
17. Cutting shoe
18. Lock-off switch

ASSEMBLY

• WARNING: Recharge only with the charger specified for the battery. For specific charging instructions, read the operator’s manual supplied with the 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 remove the battery pack anytime 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. Installing the Side Handle
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, always use a side handle when using this tool. Hold securely. The side handle may be installed on either side of the tool or the top. Position the side handle in the location that offers the best control. To install, thread the side handle into the side handle socket and tighten securely.

Changing the Blade

Replace the blade when it becomes damaged, dull, or worn. To change the blade:

• WARNING! Remove the battery to avoid starting the tool. Do not touch the tool blade with your bare hands immediately after cutting; it may be hot and could burn skin
• Use the hex wrench to loosen the two blade cover screws and open the blade cover.

1. Guide pin
2. Blade
3. Blade flange
4. Blade screw
5. Guide Hole
6. Blade cover
7. Blade cover screws

• Press and hold the spindle lock button to prevent the spindle from rotating, then use the hex wrench to remove the blade screw.
• Remove the blade flange and blade. Discard the old blade.
• Align the guide hole of the new blade with the guide pin and install the blade.
  NOTE: The guide hole has a white ring around it, and the guide pin has a white dot marking the top. Make sure to match the direction arrow on the blade with the direction arrow on the tool.
• While holding the spindle lock button, install the blade flange and blade screw, and tighten with the hex wrench.
• Close the blade cover and use the hex wrench to tighten the two blade cover screws.

Adjusting Cutting Shoe Guide

The cutting shoe guide should be adjusted to fit the rebar to be cut and reduce the chances of kickback. Leave enough space that the rebar can move forward into the blade easily, but not side to side. To adjust the guide:

• • WARNING! Remove the battery to avoid starting the tool.
  • Use a hex wrench to loosen the guide adjustment screw.
  • Position the cutting shoe against the rebar to be cut.
  • Slide the cutting shoe guide so that it is almost flush with the rebar.
  • Use a hex wrench to tighten the guide adjustment screw.

ONE-KEY™

To learn more about the ONE-KEY™ functionality for this tool, go to milwaukeetool.com/One-Key. To download the ONE-KEY™ app, visit the App Store® or Google Play™ from a smart device.

ONE-KEY™ Indicator 

1. Solid Blue: Wireless mode is active and ready to be configured via the ONE-KEY™ app.
2. Blinking Blue: Tool is actively communicating with the ONE-KEY™ app.
3. Blinking Red: Tool is in security lockout and can be unlocked by the owner via the ONE-KEY™ app.

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, use an OSHA-compliant dust extraction solution according to its operating instructions or wear appropriate respiratory protection.
• Keep your hands away from the blade and all moving parts.
• Always use a side handle when using this tool. Hold securely.
• Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.

RAPIDSTOP™

The electric brake engages when the paddle switch is released, causing the blade to stop within seconds. There may be a delay between the time the paddle switch is released and when the brake engages. Occasionally, the brake may miss completely. If the brake misses frequently, have the tool serviced by an authorized MILWAUKEE service facility. Make sure the tool comes to a complete stop before laying it down.

CUTBRAKE

CUTBRAKE will engage the electric brake to stop the tool automatically when the cut is complete (without needing to release the paddle switch). To turn CUT-BRAKE on or off, press the CUT-BRAKE button. The button will light green to indicate when CUTBRAKE is active. WARNING! Ensure the tool comes to a complete stop before laying it down.

Starting, Stopping, and Controlling Speed

• To start the tool, grasp the handle(s) firmly, push the lock-off switch forward, and squeeze the paddle switch.
  NOTE: An LED is turned on when the paddle switch is pulled and will go off shortly after the paddle switch is released.
• To stop the tool, release the paddle switch.
  WARNING! Ensure the tool has come to a complete stop before laying the tool down.

Cutting Rebar 

To cut rebar:

1. Grasp the handles firmly and align the rebar with the cutting shoe.
   WARNING: Rebar must be aligned with the cutting shoe to minimize the chance of kickback.
2. Make sure the blade is not touching the rebar, and start the tool. Allow the blade to reach full speed before cutting the rebar.
3. Slowly push the cutting blade against the rebar. Keep firm pressure on the tool while cutting.
4. Once the rebar has been fully cut through, release the paddle switch to stop the blade.
   NOTE: If CUTBRAKE is active, the blade will stop automatically when the cut is finished.
   WARNING! Ensure the blade has come to a complete stop before laying it down.

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 provided in these instructions. Contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for all other repairs.

Maintaining Tool 

• Keep this tool, battery pack, and charger in good repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
• Inspect the 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.
• Depending on use, periodically have an authorized service facility inspect and maintain the tool, battery, and charger to ensure proper performance.
• 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.

Internal Coin Cell Battery 

WARNING: Chemical Burn Hazard. This device contains a lithium button/coin cell battery. A new or used battery can cause severe internal burns and lead to death in as little as 2 hours if swallowed or enters the body. Always secure the battery cover. If it does not close securely, stop using the device, remove the batteries, and keep it away from children. If you think batteries may have been swallowed or entered the body, seek immediate medical attention.

An internal coin cell battery is used to facilitate full ONE-KEY™ functionality. To replace the coin cell battery:

1. WARNING! Remove the tool’s battery to avoid starting the tool.
2. Loosen the screw(s) and open the coin cell battery door.
3. Remove the old coin cell battery, keep it away from children, and dispose of it properly.
4. Insert the new coin cell battery (3V CR2032), with the positive side facing up.
5. Close the battery door and tighten the screw(s) securely.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury and damage, never immerse a tool, battery pack, or charger in liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

Cleaning

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 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 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. 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.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION

For products provided with wireless communication features, including ONE-KEY™: Under part 15.21 of the FCC Rules, do not modify this product. Modification could void your authority to operate the product.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and ISED-Canada’s license-exempt RSS standards. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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. Email: metproductsupport@milwaukeetool.com
• Become a Heavy Duty Club Member at www.milwaukeetool.com to receive important notifications regarding your tool purchases.

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 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 returned product.

This warranty does not apply to damage that MILWAUKEE determines to be from repairs made or attempted by anyone other than MILWAUKEE’s 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 the best performance. This warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part, including, but not limited to, carriage gears, chucks, brushes, cords, saw shoes, blade clamps, o-rings, seals, bumpers, driver blades, pistons, strikers, lifters, and bumper cover washers.

This warranty does not cover battery packs or all power tools. Refer 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.

This warranty applies to products 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.