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OPERA
OPERA
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OPERATION
TION
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Read entire manual prior to using this tool. Refer to all safety cautions and warnings.
Observe all safety precautions and procedures required by the operating company.
1.
Before crimping, ensure that subject is within the capacity listed for the tool. (see page 5)
Ensure that Burndy or Anderson 6 ton
dieless type
compression sleeves are being used.
WARNING
:
Crimping standard “H” Frame (Double Open Groove) connectors
WILL cause tool damage and void warranty.
2.
Retract compression nibs completely by pressing hydraulic release lever (A).
3.
Release latch (B), and open tool head for simple
tool positioning around compression.
NOTE:
Tool head rotates 180
O
to aid in proper
compression alignment with less fatigue.
4.
Place subject in tool head (C) and close
latch securely.
NOTE:
Failure to secure latch may result in
severe tool damage and/or personal injury.
5.
Position subject at a 90
O
angle to the tool
compression head as shown in Figure 2 .
6.
Pump handle (D) to advance compression nibs up to subject.
Check tool alignment.
7.
Pump handles until tool pressure builds up and “pop off” is felt.
Full crimping pressure has been obtained.
8
.
Retract compression nibs completely by pressing hydraulic release lever (A).
9.
Repeat procedure as required by compression sleeve or regulating authority.
10.
Visually inspect crimp for correctness.
B
LATCH
C
HEAD
A
RELEASE LEVER
STATIONARY HANDLE
PUMP
HANDLE
D
INCORRECT
CORRECT
FIGURE 2
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PROPER USE AND/OR OPERATION OF
THIS TOOL, CONSULT YOUR AREA SUPERVISOR, OR CONTACT RELIABLE EQUIPMENT.
