• 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 specifi cally designed
to fi lter out microscopic particles.
SPECIFICATIONS
No Load
Cat. No.
Volts
Blade Size
RPM
6390-20
120 AC/DC
5 800
7-1/4"
6394
120 AC Only
5 800
7-1/4"
Depth of
Depth of
Cat. No.
Arbor
Cut at 90°
Cut at 45°
0 to
6390-20
5/8"
2-15/32"
0 to 1-13/16"
0 to
0 to 1-13/16"
6394
5/8"
2-15/32"
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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3
Cat. No. 6394
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21
22
20
19
18
17
16
15
1. Tilt-Lok
™
handle
2. Handle lever release button
3. Handle release lever
4. Bevel scale
5. Bevel pointer
6. Bevel adjusting lever
7. Spindle lock button
8. Depth setting gauge (not shown)
SYMBOLOGY
Double Insulated
Volts
Alternating Current/
Direct Current
Alternating Current
Amps
No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
United States and Canada
7
6
11
12
13
14
9. Trigger
17. Blade bolt
10. Cord release button
18. Blade
11. Depth adjusting lever
19. Shoe
12. Front handle
20. Lower guard lever
13. Sight line
21. Upper guard
14. Rip fence slot
22. Positive-Lok
15. Lower guard
(Cat. No. 6394 only)
16. Blade fl ange
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WARNING
grounding wire can result in the risk of elec-
tric shock. Check with a qualifi ed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the tool. Never remove the
grounding prong from the plug. Do not use
the tool if the cord or plug is damaged. If
damaged, have it repaired by a MILWAUKEE
service facility before use. If the plug will not
fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualifi ed electrician.
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs
Tools marked "Grounding Required" have a three
wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The
plug must be connected to a properly grounded
outlet (See Figure A). If the tool should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a
low resistance path to carry electricity away from
the user, reducing the risk of electric shock.
The grounding prong in the plug is connected
through the green wire inside the cord to the
grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the
cord must be the only wire connected to the tool's
grounding system and must never be attached to
an electrically "live" terminal.
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate out-
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9
let, properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all codes and
ordinances. The plug and outlet
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should look like those in Figure A.
Double Insulated Tools:
Tools with Two Prong Plugs
Tools marked "Double Insulated" do not require
grounding. They have a special double insula-
tion system which satisfi es OSHA requirements
and complies with the applicable standards of
5
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
the Canadian Standard Asso-
ciation and the National Elec-
trical Code. Double Insulated
tools may be used in either of
4
the 120 volt outlets shown in
Figures B and C.
EXTENSION CORDS
Grounded tools require a three wire extension
cord. Double insulated tools can use either a two
or three wire extension cord. As the distance from
the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier
gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with
inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in
voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool
damage. Refer to the table shown to determine the
required minimum wire size.
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14
gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16
®
cord
gauge cord. When using more than one extension
cord to make up the total length, be sure each cord
contains at least the minimum wire size required.
If you are using one extension cord for more than
GROUNDING
one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the
sum to determine the required minimum wire size.
Improperly connecting the
Guidelines for Using Extension Cords
• If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be
sure it is marked with the suffi x "W-A" ("W" in Cana-
da) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use.
• Be sure your extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition. Always replace a
damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a
qualifi ed person before using it.
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge
Nameplate
Amperes
2.1 - 3.4
3.5 - 5.0
5.1 - 7.0
7.1 - 12.0
12.1 - 16.0
16.1 - 20.0
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to fi ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
always unplug tool before attaching or remov-
Fig. A
ing accessories or making adjustments. Use
only specifi cally recommended accessories.
Others may be hazardous.
Removing and Replacing Positive-Lok
(Cat. No. 6394)
MILWAUKEE'S exclusive Positive-Lok
provide instant fi eld replacement or substitution.
The Positive-Lok
to the tool.
1. To remove the Positive-Lok
cord release button in the direction shown and
Fig. B Fig. C
turn the cord nut 1/4 turn to the left. Pull the
cord out.
2. To replace the Positive-Lok
connector keyways and push the connector in
as far as it will go. Turn the cord nut 1/4 turn to
the right to lock. The cord release button will click
back into place.
Fig. 1
5
For Extension Cords*
Extension Cord Length
25'
50'
75'
100'
150'
0 - 2.0
18
18
18
18
16
18
18
18
16
14
18
18
16
14
12
18
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
10
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14
12
10
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12
10
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury,
®
Cords
®
Cords
®
feature secures the cord fi rmly
®
Cord, push the
®
Cord, align the
2
2
1
1
Cord release button