Milwaukee 6950-20 User Manual

1.  Keep work area clean and well lit. Clut-

tered, dark work areas invite accidents.

2.  Avoid dangerous environments. Do not 

use your power tool in rain, damp or wet 
locations or in the presence of explosive 
atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or 
fl ammable materials). Remove materials 
or debris that may be ignited by sparks.

3.  Keep bystanders away. Children and 

bystanders should be kept at a safe 
distance from the work area to avoid 
distracting the operator and contacting 
the tool or extension cord.

4.  Protect others in the work area from 

debris such as chips and sparks. Provide 
barriers or shields as needed.

5.  Make workshop child proof with pad-

locks, master switches, or by removing 
starter keys.

6.  Grounded tools must be plugged 

into an outlet properly installed and 
grounded in accordance with all codes 
and ordinances. Never remove the 
grounding prong or modify the plug in 
any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. 
Check with a qualifi ed electrician if you 
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is 
properly grounded. If the tool should 
electrically malfunction or break down, 
grounding provides a low resistance path 
to carry electricity away from the user.

7.  Double insulated tools are equipped 

with a polarized plug (one blade is 
wider than the other). This plug will 
fi t in a polarized outlet only one way. 
If the plug does not fit fully in the 
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does 
not fi t, contact a qualifi ed electrician 
to install a polarized outlet. Do not 
change the plug in any way. Double 
insulation       eliminates the need for 
the three wire grounded power cord and 
grounded power supply system.

8.  Guard against electric shock. Prevent 

body contact with grounded surfaces 
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 
refrigerators. When making blind or 
plunge cuts, always check the work area 
for hidden wires or pipes. Hold your tool 
by insulated nonmetal grasping surfaces. 
Use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter 
(GFCI) to reduce shock hazards.

9.  Do not expose to rain or use in damp 

10. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the 

cord to carry the tools or pull the plug 
from an outlet. Keep cord away form 
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. 
Replace damaged cords immediately. 
Damaged cords increase the risk of 
electric shock.

11. Know your power tool. Read this 

manual carefully to learn your power 
tool’s applications and limitations as well 
as potential hazards associated with this 
type of tool.

12. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, 

and use common sense when operat-
ing a power tool. Do not use tool while 
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.

13. Dress properly. Do not wear loose 

clothing or jewelry. Wear a protective hair 
covering to contain long hair. These may 
be caught in moving parts. When work-
ing outdoors, wear rubber gloves and 
insulated non-skid footwear. Keep hands 
and gloves away from moving parts.

14. Reduce the risk of unintentional start-

ing. Be sure your tool is turned off before 
plugging it in. Do not use a tool if the 
power switch does not turn the tool on 
and off. Do not carry a plugged-in tool 
with your fi nger on the switch.

15. Remove all adjusting keys and wrench-

es. Make a habit of checking that adjust-
ing keys, wrenches, etc. are removed 
from the tool before turning it on.

16. Do not overreach. Maintain control. 

Keep proper footing and balance at all 
times. Maintain a fi rm grip. Use extra 
care when using tool on ladders, roofs, 
scaffolds, etc.

17. Use safety equipment. Everyone in the 

work area should wear safety goggles 
or glasses with side shields complying 
with current safety standards. Everyday 
eyeglasses only have impact resistant 
lenses. They are not safety glasses. Wear 
hearing protection during extended use 
and a dust mask for dusty operations. 
Hard hats, face shields, safety shoes, etc. 
should be used when specifi ed or neces-
sary. Keep a fi re extinguisher nearby.

18. Keep guards in place and in working 

order.

19. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could 

occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting 
tool is unintentionally contacted.

20. Keep hands away from all cutting 

edges and moving parts. 

31. Tool service must be performed only 

by qualifi ed repair personnel. Service 
or maintenance performed by unqualifi ed 
personnel may result in a risk of injury.

32. When servicing a tool, use only identi-

cal replacement parts. Follow instruc-
tions in the maintenance section of 
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or 
failure to follow maintenance instructions 
may create a risk of shock or injury.

21. Secure work. Use a clamp, vise or 

other practical means to hold your work 
securely, freeing both hands to control 
the tool.

22. Do not force tool. Your tool will perform 

best at the rate for which it was designed. 
Excessive force only causes operator 
fatigue, increased wear and reduced 
control.

23. Use the right tool. Do not use a tool or 

attachment to do a job for which it is not 
recommended. For example, do not use 
a circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs. 
Do not alter a tool.

24. Unplug tool when it is not in use, before 

changing accessories or performing rec-
ommended maintenance.

25. Store idle tools. When not in use, store 

your tool in a dry, secured place. Keep 
out of reach of children.

26. Never leave the tool running unat-

tended. Turn power off. Do not leave the 
tool until it comes to a complete stop.

27. Check for damaged parts. Inspect 

guards and other parts before use. Check 
for misalignment, binding of moving 
parts, improper mounting, broken parts 

and any other conditions that may affect 
operation. If abnormal noise or vibration 
occurs, turn the tool off immediately 
and have the problem corrected before 
further use. Do not use a damaged tool. 
Tag damaged tools “DO NOT USE” until 
repaired. A guard or other damaged part 
should be properly repaired or replaced 
by a MILWAUKEE service facility. For all 
repairs, insist on only identical replace-
ment parts.

28. Use proper accessories. Consult this 

manual for recommended accessories. 
Using improper accessories may be haz-
ardous. Be sure accessories are properly 
installed and maintained. Do not defeat a 
guard or other safety device when install-
ing an accessory or attachment.

29. Maintain tools carefully. Keep handles 

dry, clean and free from oil and grease. 
Keep cutting edges sharp and clean. Fol-
low instructions for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories. Periodically inspect tool 
cords and extension cords for damage. 
Have damaged parts repaired or replaced 
by a MILWAUKEE service facility. 

30. Maintain labels & nameplates. These 

carry important information. If unread-
able or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE 
service facility for a free replacement.

1.  Always keep hands away from the 

2. 

3.  Do not place hands under the saw 

motor or in the path of the blade. Do 
not retrieve a piece of material that is 
cut off while the blade is rotating. Never 
place hands or fi ngers behind or in front 
of the saw blade.

4.  Check guards for smooth operation 

before each use.