ESG50GL Battery-powered, High-speed Cable Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company
4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Operation
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit near energized electrical
lines, use proper personal protective
equipment.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
• Electric shock hazard: The owner of this cutter
must be certain that all users of this tool are trained
in the applicable safety codes and standards
as well as in the safe use of this tool and its
accessories.
•
Do not cut cable under tension.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
Wear eye protection when operating
or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from flying
debris or hydraulic oil.
Cutting hazard:
•
Remove battery before changing
dies, adapters, or jaws.
• Keep hands away from the cutting
head when cutting.
Failure to observe these warnings
could result in severe injury or death.
• Do not cut steel or ACSR. Cut only copper and
aluminum cable.
• This tool is not designed for continuous use. After
30 to 40 cutting cycles, allow the tool to cool for 15
minutes.
•
Protect the tool from rain and moisture.
Water will
damage the tool and battery.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
Charging the Battery
Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger.
Testing the Battery
A flickering battery load display indicates a low charge
level. A constant light when the tool is in neutral also
indicates a low charge.
Note: It is normal for the battery load display to light at
both the beginning of a cutting cycle and at the point of
maximum pressure.
Cutting Cable
1. Open the head by lifting the locking flange.
2. Position the cable in the open cutting head.
3. Close the cutting head.
4. Pull the trigger. The blades will begin to close.
5. When the cut is completed, the ram retracts
completely.
Note: At any time during cutting, pushing the return
button will result in a complete return of the ram.
Pull trigger to cut
Push to retract blades
