To install the dust box:
1. Slide the dust box into the body of the
HAMMERVAC™.
2. The dust box latches should snap into place.
NOTE: Do not operate the HAMMERVAC™ without
the dust box and HEPA filter in place. Dust box cannot
be installed without HEPA filter.
Keep filter clean. Efficiency of the
CAUTION
HAMMERVAC™ is largely depen-
dent on the filter. A dirty filter will reduce the air
flow and overall efficiency of the system. Do not
clean with water or compressed air. Remove from
dust box and tap clean.
Adjusting/Installing/Removing Nozzle
The 2715-DE must be properly
Cat. No. 2715-DE
adjusted for use with either the
2715-20 M18™ rotary hammer, or
the 0757-20 M28™ rotary hammer.
Press in the nozzle adjustment
button and slide to the appropriate
detent.
Replace the nozzle:
• After drilling about 1500 holes,
• When the bit brush shows signs
M28
of wear,
M18
• When suction is reduced,
• When dust escapes through the
bit brush during use
To replace the nozzle (Cat. No. 49-90-2301), press
in the nozzle adjustment button and pull out from the
lower nozzle assembly. Slide the new nozzle into
the lower nozzle assembly until it snaps into place.
Attaching the HAMMERVAC™ to the
Rotary Hammer
These HAMMERVAC™ Dust Extractors are for use
with dedicated rotary hammers. Refer to the Speci-
fications chart for compatible tools.
1. Remove the battery pack from the rotary hammer.
2. Slide the foot of the rotary hammer onto the dust
extractor.
3. Push the contacts through the protective cover
on the rotary hammer. The hammer release will
snap into place.
Installing/Removing the Bit
Slide the bit through the nozzle and then install
into the tool according to the tool manufacturer's
instructions. For best results, use a bit 6" in length
or shorter.
Fitting the HAMMERVAC™
to the Tool and Bit
For proper suction and depth con-
trol, position the nozzle assembly
Incorrect
so the bit is flush with the forward
face of the nozzle:
1. Press and hold the tool and bit
adjustment button.
2. Push in the nozzle assembly
until the bit is flush with the front
Correct
face of the nozzle.
3. Release the tool and bit adjust-
ment button.
NOTE: Fully extend the HAM-
MERVAC™ before storing to pre-
serve spring life.
Incorrect
Setting the Drilling Depth
1. Fit the HAMMERVAC™ to the Tool and Bit.
2. Press and hold the depth gauge button and slide
the depth gauge to the desired depth. The drill-
ing depth is the last visible measurement shown
when viewed from the top of the tool. To ensure
the HAMMERVAC™ is properly set to the tool,
bit, and desired depth, always drill a test hole.
Drill Depth
OPERATION
To reduce the risk of fire and in-
WARNING
jury, do not use to pick up flam-
mable or combustible materials. Empty dust box
completely before use.
To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles
or glasses with side shields.
To reduce the risk of injury, wear a dust mask or
use an OSHA compliant dust extraction solution.
Proper Operation
1. Empty the dust box.
2. Adjust the nozzle assembly to the correct M18™/
M28™ tool type (2715-DE only)
3. Remove the battery pack from the tool.
4. Insert the HAMMERVAC™ onto the Tool and fit
to tool and bit. (See Fitting the HAMMERVAC to
the Tool and Bit).
5. Set the drill depth.
6. Install the battery pack.
7. Begin use according to tool manufacturer in-
structions. Pull the tool's trigger to turn on the
HAMMERVAC™. Release the tool's trigger to turn
off the tool. The HAMMERVAC™ will continue to
run for 3-5 seconds to ensure all dust is captured
in the dust box.
NOTE: For optimal use, press the filter cleaning but-
ton until it clicks after every five holes drilled.
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8. Always hold the tool securely using both handles
to maintain control.
9. Stop and empty dust box:
• When suction decreases,
• When dust begins to come through the bit
brush.
NOTE: Before emptying the dust box, press the filter
cleaning button until it clicks and remove filter.
MAINTENANCE
To reduce the risk of injury, always
WARNING
unplug the charger and remove the
battery pack from the charger or tool before
performing any maintenance. Never disassemble
the tool, battery pack or charger. Contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
Inspect your 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
operation. Return the tool, battery pack, and charger
to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repair. After six
months to one year, depending on use, return the
tool, battery pack and charger to a MILWAUKEE
service facility for inspection.
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 prop-
erly, return the tool, charger and battery pack, to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
To reduce the risk of personal in-
WARNING
jury and damage, never immerse
your tool, battery pack or charger in liquid or
allow a liquid to flow inside them.
Cleaning
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep handles
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 deter-
gents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or
combustible solvents around tools.
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest service center.
ACCESSORIES
Use only recommended accesso-
WARNING
ries. Others may be hazardous.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
www.milwaukeetool.com or contact a distributor.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
USA & CANADA
Every MILWAUKEE power tool* (see exceptions below) is warranted
to the original purchaser only to be free from defects in material and
workmanship. Subject to certain exceptions, MILWAUKEE will repair
or replace any part on an electric power tool which, after examination,
is determined by MILWAUKEE to be defective in material or workman-
ship for a period of 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 return product. This warranty does not
apply to damage that MILWAUKEE determines to be from repairs
made or attempted by anyone other than MILWAUKEE 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 best performance. This warranty does not cover
repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part including,
but not limited to, 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 Air Nailers & Staplers; Airless Paint
Sprayer; Cordless Battery Packs; Gasoline Driven Portable Power
Generators; Hand Tools; Hoist – Electric, Lever & Hand Chain; M12™
Heated Gear; Reconditioned Product; and Test & Measurement
Products. There are separate and distinct warranties available for
these products.
**The warranty period for Job Site Radios, M12™ Power Port, M18™
Power Source, Jobsite Fan and Trade Titan™ Industrial Work Carts is
one (1) year from the date of purchase. The warranty period for the
Drain Cleaning Cables is two (2) years from the date of purchase. The
warranty period for the M18™ Compact Heat Gun and the 8 Gallon
Dust Extractor is three (3) years from the date of purchase. The war-
ranty period for the LED in the LED Work Light and the LED Upgrade
Bulb for the Work Light is the lifetime of the product subject to the
limitations above. If during normal use the LED or LED Bulb fails, the
part will be replaced free of charge.
Warranty Registration is not necessary to obtain the applicable war-
ranty 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.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXCLUSIVE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS A CONDITION OF THE CON-
TRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF EVERY MILWAUKEE PRODUCT.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS CONDITION, YOU SHOULD NOT
PURCHASE THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL MILWAUKEE
BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL
OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES,
EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS ALLEGED TO BE AS A CONSE-
QUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY
PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CLAIMS FOR
LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EX-
CLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
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