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CONTENTS 

Page   

Description 

 

 

Issue 

 

 

Introduction 

 

 

Important Safety Notice 

 

 

BC-RAD Select System Safety 

 

 

BC-RAD Select Li-Ion Battery Pack Safety 

3-4 

 

1.0 – General Information 

 

 

1.1 – System Components 

 

3-4 

 

1.2 – Specifications 

4-7 

 

2.0 – Tool System 

 

 

2.1 – Tool Handle 

 

 

2.2 – LED Display Interface 

 

 

2.3 – BC-RAD Select Li-Ion Battery Pack 

 

 

2.4 – BC-RAD Select Battery Charger 

8-9 

 

3.0 – LED Display Operation 

 

 

3.1 – Torque Select Mode 

 

 

3.2 – Lock Mode 

 

4.0 – Calibration 

10-13   

5.0 – General Operating Instructions 

 

10 

 

5.1 – Reaction Arm 

 

13 

 

5.2 – Torque Operation 

13 

 

6.0 – Troubleshooting 

14 

 

E.C. Declaration of Conformity 

-- 

 

Calibration Certificate 

15 

 

7.0 – Contact Us 

 
 

ISSUE

 

 

 

Description 

 

 

Issue 

 

Date 

 

Initials 

First Issue 

Nov 2015 

RA 

 

 

 

 

 
 

INTRODUCTION 

 

The BC-RAD Select Battery Torque Wrench is a handheld, battery driven reversible non-impacting 
torque delivery power tool intended to tighten and un-tighten nuts, bolts and threaded fasteners. 

 

The BC-RAD Select Electrical torque wrench must always be used with the following:- 

 

Battery Pack Supplied 

 

Impact Quality Sockets 

 

Ring and pin fastener system (or similar) 

 

Reaction Arm 

 

240V or 110V electrical battery charger (dependant on model purchased) 

 

If the intended use is other than for nuts, bolts and threaded fasteners contact W. Christie (Industrial) LTD 
for guidance. 

 

It is the responsibility of the user to consider associated site risks before introducing the equipment into 
the work-place. 

Summary of Contents for BC-RAD 14XA Select

Page 1: ...C RAD SELECT USER GUIDE W CHRISTIE INDUSTRIAL LTD CHRISTIE HOUSE MEADOWBANK ROAD ROTHERHAM SOUTH YORKSHIRE S61 2NF UK T 44 0 1709 550088 F 44 0 1709 550030 E INFO WCHRISTIE COM W WWW WCHRISTIE COM Ref WCOI 097 Date March 2017 Issue 2 ...

Page 2: ...ration Certificate 15 7 0 Contact Us ISSUE Description Issue Date Initials First Issue 1 Nov 2015 RA INTRODUCTION The BC RAD Select Battery Torque Wrench is a handheld battery driven reversible non impacting torque delivery power tool intended to tighten and un tighten nuts bolts and threaded fasteners The BC RAD Select Electrical torque wrench must always be used with the following Battery Pack S...

Page 3: ...amage occurs and the BC RAD Select Tool System fails to operate correctly contact W Christie Industrial LTD Technical Support refer to Section 7 0 Contact Us The BC RAD Select Tool System should only be used if environmental storage and operation specifications have been met Refer to Section 1 2 3 Environmental Specifications Do not operate the BC RAD Select Tool System in explosive atmospheres in...

Page 4: ...is will cause damage to the BC RAD Select Battery and increase the risk of electric shock Do not use faulty or deformed BC RAD Select Batteries Do not attempt to open the BC RAD Select Battery Do not short circuit the BC RAD Select Battery Failure to comply will cause damage to the BC RAD Select Battery and injury to the operator If liquid is ejected from the BC RAD Select Battery avoid contact If...

Page 5: ...arger Figure 1 1 4 Standard Reaction Arm 1 2 Specifications 1 2 1 Torque Ranges The following table outlines the torque ranges in Newton Meters of each BC RAD Select Tool System Model Weight Kg Max Speed RPM Torque Range Nm Square Drive Single Auto 2 Minimum Maximum BC RAD 3X Select 3 8 40 N A 70 275 3 4 BC RAD 7X Select 3 4 13 N A 175 700 3 4 BC RAD 7XA Select 4 2 N A 57 2 200 700 3 4 BC RAD 14X ...

Page 6: ...ing Conditions Non explosive atmosphere Dry location Table 1 2 3 Environmental Specifications 1 2 4 Cycle of Operation A Cycle of Operation or a Tool Cycle as used in this manual is defined as 5 seconds forward 10 seconds rest and switch to reverse mode 5 seconds reverse mode 20 seconds rest and switch to forward mode Note An actual Torque Cycle may vary from the general definition above 2 0 TOOL ...

Page 7: ...tch to the Centre Position neither fully to the right nor fully to the left Note The On Off Trigger cannot be depressed To disable the Trigger Lock Slide the Forward Reverse Switch to the Forward Position or the Reverse Position Note The On Off Trigger can be depressed 2 2 LED Display Interface The LED Display and Up Down Button Interface is the user control module for the BC RAD Select Tool Syste...

Page 8: ...Cycles per charge 2 3 1 Insert Remove the BC RAD Select Li Ion Battery Pack To insert the BC RAD Select Battery 1 Ensure the On Off Trigger is in the Off Position not depressed 2 Align the BC RAD Select Battery with the bottom of the Tool Handle 3 Slide the BC RAD Select Battery into place until it is fully seated Note A click will confirm that the BC RAD Select Battery is locked in place 4 Check ...

Page 9: ...Status Light will stop flashing and stay illuminated Until the BC RAD Select Battery is removed from the BC RAD Select Charger the Charger will switch to conservation mode which will maintain the battery charge at maximum capacity To remove the BC RAD Select Battery 1 Slide the BC RAD Select Battery away from the BC RAD Select Charger 2 Check that the BC RAD Select Battery is fully charged refer t...

Page 10: ... Note If the tool has not been calibrated the LED Display will display the minimum of the Default gearbox which is 250 lbf ft When Nm metric units are used the LED Display will light a small LED dot in the bottom left corner of the display Refer to Section 3 1 2 Unit Select Menu Important The BC RAD Select Tool System must be calibrated before use If at any time the Default gearbox range appears o...

Page 11: ...t Tool System has a built in Lock function to prevent the user from changing pre set torque values or changing torque units The set torque value will remain saved on the LED Display even if the BC RAD Select Battery is removed The BC RAD Select requires a combination code to enter or exit Lock Mode Contact W Christie Industrial LTD See Section 7 0 for contact information When the BC RAD Select Too...

Page 12: ...could occur CAUTION Ensure the Reaction Arm has a solid contact point before operating the BC RAD Select Tool System 5 1 1 Installing the Reaction Arm Ensure the Reaction Arm and Snap Ring are installed securely to hold the Reaction Arm in place Make sure the Reaction Arm is in contact with a solid Reaction Point before you operate the tool Keep your body parts clear of the Reaction Arm when the t...

Page 13: ...tion Arm and socket are even height Figure 5 1 2 1 Correct Height INCORRECT The leg of the Reaction Arm is too short on the left side and too long on the right side Figure 5 1 2 2 Incorrect Height IMPROPER REACTION WILL VOID WARRANTY AND CAN CAUSE PREMATURE TOOL FAILURE 5 1 3 Reaction Arm Foot Ensure the foot of the Reaction Arm aligns with the length of the nut as seen in Figure 5 1 3 1 The lengt...

Page 14: ...ints Ensure the Reaction Arm reacts off the middle of the foot as seen in Figure 5 1 4 1 Do not react off the heel of the reaction foot as seen in Figure 5 1 4 2 CORRECT Reaction Arm is reacting off the middle of the Reaction Arm s foot Figure 5 1 4 1 Correct Reaction Point INCORRECT Reaction Arm is reacting off the heel of the Reaction Arm This can cause premature tool failure Figure 5 1 4 2 Inco...

Page 15: ...lect on the joint system 5 Ensure the Forward Reverse Switch is in the Forward position 6 Press and hold the On Off Trigger Note To stop the Torque Cycle at any time release the On Off Trigger 7 When the BC RAD Select reaches the selected Torque the tool will stop turning Release the On Off Trigger 6 0 TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT Disassembling or attempting repair will void warranty If breakdown mal...

Page 16: ...ety requirements of the European Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC published on the 9th June 2006 W Christie Industrial Ltd Meadowbank Road Rotherham S61 2NF United Kingdom This machinery has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the following transposed harmonised European Standard BS EN ISO 12100 2 2003 Safety of Machinery Technical Principles BS EN 60745 1 2006 Hand held Motor Operated...

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