Operator's Manual S/N L34A
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• Store pruning saw when not in use. Pruning saw
should be stored in a dry and high or locked area out
of the reach of children. When storing pruning saw
place the cover on the bar and chain.
• Battery operated units do not have to be plugged
into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always
in operating condition. Be aware of possible haz-
ards even when unit is not operating.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
product. If you loan someone this product, loan them
these instructions also.
• After each use, clean the machine with a soft dry
cloth. Remove any chips, dirt and debris in the
battery bay.
• Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and main-
tenance instructions for the saw chain. Decreas-
ing the depth gauge height can lead to increased
kickback.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease. Greasy, oily handles are slippery causing
loss of control.
• Always use common sense and be cautious when
using tools. It is not possible to anticipate every
situation that could result in a dangerous outcome.
Do not use this tool if you do not understand these
operating instructions or you feel the work is beyond
your capability; contact Milwaukee Tool or a trained
professional for additional information or training.
• Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing, contact
a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.
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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
lter out microscopic particles.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No. ..................................................... 2527-20
Volts.............................................................. 12 DC
Battery Type .................................................M12™
Charger Type................................................M12™
RPM ................................................................2,650
Chain Speed ............................................984 ft/min
Bar Length ........................................................... 6"
Cutting Capacity ............................................... 5.5"
Chain Oil Tank Capacity ................................1.7 oz
Replacement Bar .................................. 49-16-2733
Chain Gauge ................................................ 0.043"
Replacement Chain .............................. 49-16-2732
Chain Type ........................................ Low kickback
Chain Pitch .....................................3/8" Low prole
Chain Teeth .........................................................28
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature ......................0°F to 125°F
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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1. Trigger handle
2. Variable speed trigger
3. Lock-o button
4. Fuel battery indicator
5. Body grip
6. Knuckle guard
7. Chain cover
8. Saw chain
9. Guide bar
10. Scabbard
11. Chain tensioning screw
12. Guide bar nut
13. Oil cap
14. Oil reservoir
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specied for the battery. For spe-
cic charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your 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 battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Replacing/Adjusting the
Saw Chain and Bar
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
CAUTION
Chain is sharp. Always wear protec-
tive gloves when handling the
chain.
Use Low Kickback Saw Chains - The rakers (depth
gauges) ahead of each cutter can minimize the force
of a kickback reaction by preventing the cutters from
digging in too deeply at the kickback zone. Only
use replacement chain that is equivalent to original
chain or has been certied as low kickback chain
per ANSI B175.1.
• Dress Properly - Wear snug tting clothing. Always
wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, overalls, jeans
or chaps made of cut resistant material or ones that
contain cut resistant inserts. Wear non-slip safety
footwear. Wear non-slip heavy duty gloves to improve
your grip and to protect your hands. Do not wear
jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Do not
wear loose tting clothing, which could be drawn into
the motor or catch the chain or underbrush. Secure
hair so it is above shoulder level.
• Heavy protective clothing may increase operator
fatigue, which could lead to heat stroke. During
weather that is hot and humid, heavy work should be
scheduled for early morning or late afternoon hours
when temperatures are cooler.
• Always wear proper eye protection with side
shields, marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when
operating the pruning saw.
• Always be aware of what you are doing when
using the pruning saw. Use common sense. Do
not operate the pruning saw when you are tired, ill, or
under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the saw
chain when the unit is running.
• Never let anyone use your pruning saw who has
not received adequate instructions in its proper
use. This applies to rentals as well as privately owned
saws.
• Before you start the unit, make sure the saw chain
is not contacting any object.
• Stop the pruning saw before setting it down.
• Maintain the unit with care. Keep the cutting edge
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
• Maintain a rm grip on the recommended grasp-
ing surfaces. If an operation cannot be performed
safely with two hands on the saw, USE EXTREME
CAUTION.
• During operations where it is necessary to use
one hand, such as to steady or control the work-
piece/branch, guide workpiece away from you, or
provide better visibility to the work area:
• Keep free hand clear of the chain and out of the
cutting path.
• Maintain a rm grip on the branch being cut to avoid
"skating" or "bouncing" of the saw.
• Never cut above shoulder height.
• Do not cross arms or overreach.
• Always cut away from yourself.
• Avoid excess exing or tension on the branch be-
ing cut.
• Do not operate a pruning saw that is damaged, im-
properly adjusted, or not completely and securely
assembled. Chain should slow to a stop when the
switch trigger is released. If the chain continues to
turn after the switch trigger has been released, have
the unit serviced by an authorized service center.
• Do not force the pruning saw. The job can be
performed better and safer at the rate for which it
was intended.
• Always use the right product for your application.
The pruning saw should be used for cutting wood only.
Never use the pruning saw to cut plastic, masonry or
non-wood building materials.
• Use extreme caution when cutting thin branches,
vines or small underbrush. The slender material
may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you
or pull you o balance. We recommend using hedge
trimmers or brush cutters for these operations.
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
Read operator’s manual
Always wear eye protection and use
proper personal protective equipment.
Wear non-slip safety footwear
Wear protective gloves
Keep bystanders at least 50' away
during use.
Do not expose to rain or use in
damp locations.
Use EXTREME CAUTION during
one-handed operations.
Use pruning saw two-handed
Avoid contact with bar tip
DANGER
Beware of kickback.
Chain Oil Reservoir
Chain Direction
Chain Tension Adjustment
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