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Keep work area clean, lit, and free from flammable materials and distractions.
Prevent shocks by matching plugs, avoiding wet conditions, and using GFCI protection.
Stay alert, use protective equipment, and prevent unintentional tool starting.
Use the correct tool, maintain it, and store properly to prevent accidents.
Charge and use batteries as specified to prevent fire and injury.
Have power tools serviced by qualified personnel using identical replacement parts.
Follow specific safety guidelines for impact drivers and wrenches, including fastener contact and noise.
Explanation of symbols used in the operator's manual for voltage, speed, and certifications.
Details battery type, charger type, operating temperature, and model-specific RPM/IPM.
Identifies key components like drive chucks, LED, control switch, trigger, and anvils.
Instructions for removing/inserting the battery and attaching accessories like sockets.
Guide on using the control switch for forward, reverse, and lock modes.
Instructions on how to select between low and high speed settings.
How to start, stop, and vary the tool's speed using the trigger.
Tips for using impact drivers/wrenches effectively and avoiding fastener damage.
Guidelines for maintaining the tool, battery, and charger for optimal performance.
Instructions on cleaning the tool and seeking authorized repair services.
Keep work area clean, lit, and free from flammable materials and distractions.
Prevent shocks by matching plugs, avoiding wet conditions, and using GFCI protection.
Stay alert, use protective equipment, and prevent unintentional tool starting.
Use the correct tool, maintain it, and store properly to prevent accidents.
Charge and use batteries as specified to prevent fire and injury.
Have power tools serviced by qualified personnel using identical replacement parts.
Follow specific safety guidelines for impact drivers and wrenches, including fastener contact and noise.
Explanation of symbols used in the operator's manual for voltage, speed, and certifications.
Details battery type, charger type, operating temperature, and model-specific RPM/IPM.
Identifies key components like drive chucks, LED, control switch, trigger, and anvils.
Instructions for removing/inserting the battery and attaching accessories like sockets.
Guide on using the control switch for forward, reverse, and lock modes.
Instructions on how to select between low and high speed settings.
How to start, stop, and vary the tool's speed using the trigger.
Tips for using impact drivers/wrenches effectively and avoiding fastener damage.
Guidelines for maintaining the tool, battery, and charger for optimal performance.
Instructions on cleaning the tool and seeking authorized repair services.
The Milwaukee M18™ Impact Driver and Impact Wrench series are versatile cordless power tools designed for driving and fastening applications. This series includes a 1/4" Hex Impact Driver, a 1/4" Hex 2-Speed Impact Driver, a 3/8" Impact Wrench, and a 1/2" Impact Wrench, catering to a range of tasks from general fastening to more heavy-duty applications requiring higher torque.
These tools are primarily used for impacting fasteners, such as bolts, screws, and nuts, to achieve a desired level of tightness. The impact mechanism delivers rotational force in short, powerful bursts, which is highly effective for driving fasteners quickly and efficiently, especially in situations where a standard drill might struggle. This impacting action also helps to prevent cam-out when driving screws and reduces the effort required from the user.
The 1/4" Hex Impact Driver models are designed for use with drill and driver bits that have a 1/4" hex shank. They are ideal for various driving applications, including fastening screws into wood, metal, or other materials. The 2-speed impact driver offers additional control, allowing users to select between different speed settings to match the application's requirements, providing greater versatility for delicate tasks or those requiring maximum power.
The 3/8" and 1/2" Square Drive Impact Wrench models are intended for use with appropriate size square drive sockets. They are particularly well-suited for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts in automotive repair, construction, and assembly work. The larger anvil sizes (3/8" and 1/2") accommodate bigger fasteners and provide higher torque capabilities, making them suitable for more demanding applications. The 1/2" impact wrench specifically features a pin detent mechanism to securely hold sockets in place during use.
All models are battery-operated, utilizing the Milwaukee M18™ battery platform, which provides cordless convenience and portability, allowing users to work in various locations without the need for an electrical outlet. The tools are equipped with an LED light to illuminate the work area, improving visibility in dimly lit conditions.
The Milwaukee M18™ Impact Driver and Impact Wrench series are designed with user safety and efficiency in mind. A key feature is the control switch, which allows for easy selection between forward (clockwise) rotation, reverse (counterclockwise) rotation, and a locked-off position. This switch is designed to prevent unintentional starting, as it can only be adjusted when the ON/OFF switch (trigger) is not pressed. Users are advised to always check the direction of rotation before use and to allow the motor to come to a complete stop before changing the control switch setting. The locked position is crucial for safety during storage, maintenance, or when changing accessories.
Speed control is managed via the trigger, which allows for variable driving speed. The further the trigger is pulled, the greater the speed, giving the operator precise control over the fastening process. The 2-speed impact driver further enhances control with a speed selector, enabling users to choose between "Low" (1) and "High" (2) speeds, adapting the tool's performance to different materials and fastener types. The electric brake system ensures that the tool stops instantly when the trigger is released, enhancing safety and control.
Attaching and removing accessories is straightforward. For the 1/4" hex drive chuck, accessories are inserted by pressing the shank into the chuck, and removed by pulling out the ring. For the square drive anvils, sockets are attached by aligning the hole in the accessory with the detent pin (for 1/2" models) or by pushing firmly over the retaining ring (for 3/8" models). Removal involves pressing in the detent pin or pulling the accessory off the anvil. Users are reminded to only use sockets and accessories specifically designed for impact wrenches and drivers to prevent shattering or breakage.
The tools are equipped with a belt clip, allowing for convenient carrying and quick access during work. Proper impacting techniques are emphasized to prevent damage to fasteners or workpieces. Users are advised to practice with various fasteners to understand the time required to reach the desired torque and to use a hand-torque wrench for final tightening, especially on light gasket jobs, to avoid over-tightening. The manual also provides guidance on how oil, dirt, rust, or other matter on threads can affect tightness and notes that loosening torque is typically 75% to 80% of tightening torque.
Maintaining the Milwaukee M18™ Impact Driver and Impact Wrench series is crucial for ensuring longevity and safe operation. Users are instructed to adopt a regular maintenance program, which includes inspecting the tool for any issues such as undue noise, misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage, or any other condition that might affect its operation. If any such issues are found, the tool, battery pack, and charger should be returned to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repair.
Cleaning the tool is a simple yet important maintenance task. Users should clean dust and debris from the vents to ensure proper airflow and prevent overheating. Handles and grasping surfaces should be kept clean, dry, and free of oil or grease to maintain a secure grip. A mild soap and a damp cloth are recommended for cleaning, while certain cleaning agents and solvents (such as gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia, and household detergents containing ammonia) should be avoided as they can be harmful to plastic and insulated parts. Flammable or combustible solvents should never be used around the tools.
For any repairs, the tool, battery pack, and charger should be returned to the nearest authorized service center. Users are explicitly warned against disassembling the tool, battery pack, or charger themselves. The manual also advises that if the tool does not start or operate at full power with a fully charged battery pack, cleaning the contacts on the battery pack should be attempted first. If the problem persists, the tool should be returned for service. Regular inspections by a MILWAUKEE service facility are recommended after six months to one year of use, depending on the intensity of use.
Safety warnings are integrated throughout the maintenance instructions, emphasizing the importance of removing the battery pack before performing any maintenance or changing accessories to reduce the risk of injury. This also includes warnings against immersing the tool, battery pack, or charger in liquid or allowing liquid to flow inside them, to prevent personal injury and damage.
General| Voltage | 18V |
|---|---|
| Tool Type | Impact Driver |
| Drive Size | 1/4 in |
| Anvil Type | 1/4-inch hex |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion |
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