SC-60 Scissor Cutting Head Instructions
31
WARNING
Read and understand these instructions, the electrical tool instructions,
and the warnings and instructions for all equipment and material being us-
ed before operating this tool to reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
•
Keep your fingers and hands away from the scissor cut-
ting head during the cutting cycle. Your fingers or hands can
be crushed, fractured or amputated if they are caught in the at-
tachment or between the attachment and other objects.
•
This head is not insulated for use on or near energized con-
ductors. Use of this head on or near energized conductors may
lead to electrical shock, causing severe injury or death.
•
Large forces are generated during product use that can
break or throw parts and cause injury. Stand clear during use
and wear appropriate protective equipment, including eye pro-
tection.
•
Never repair a damaged head. A head that has been welded,
ground, drilled or modified in any manner can break during use.
Only replace components as indicated in these instructions. Dis-
card damaged heads to reduce the risk of injury.
•
Only use a RIDGID
®
RE60 Electrical Tool with this RIDGID
®
LR-60 Scissor Cutting Head. Use of other tools with this head
may damage the head, tool, cutting edge, or result in serious in-
jury.
If you have any questions concerning this RIDGID
®
product:
•
Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
•
Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local
RIDGID contact point.
•
Contact RIDGID Technical Services Department at rtctechser-
vices.com, or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-3456.
Description
The RIDGID
®
SC-60 Scissor Cutting Head is designed to cut class
B copper and aluminum electrical wire up to 750 MCM (375 mm^2).
The Scissor Cutting Head attaches to the RIDGID RE 53/RE 60
Electrical Tools and can rotate 360 degrees with the RIDGID
QuickConnect System (QCS).
Figure 1 – SC-60 Scissor Cutting Head
Specification
Cable ..................750 MCM (375 mm^2)
Class B Copper and Aluminum Wire. Max. Dia.
with insulation = 1.97" (50 mm)
Max. Tool Force....60 kN (13500 lbf) RE 60-IB
53 kN (11900 lbf) RE 53-IB
Weight ..................4.9 lb (2.2 kg)
Cutting capacity depends on a variety of factors including material
thickness, type, hardness and configuration. Cuts may not be able
to be completed based on these and other variables.
Only cut aluminum or copper wire. Any other material,
such as steel, can dull and damage the blades.
Inspection/Maintenance
Inspect the Scissor Cutting Head before each use for issues that
could affect safe use.
1. With the battery removed from the tool, depress the QCS
sleeve and remove the head.
2. Clean the head and remove all dirt, oil, grease, and debris to
aid in inspection and improve control. Pay close attention to
the QCS coupling to ensure there is no debris to damage the
coupling.
3. Inspect the head for:
•
Proper assembly and completeness. Make sure guards are
present and secure.
•
Wear, corrosion or other damage. Dimples in the grooves of
the QCS are normal with use and are not considered dam-
age. Inspect the cutting edges for damage.
•
Presence and readability of head markings.
If any issues are found, do not use head until corrected.
4. Inspect the electrical tool and any other equipment being used
as directed in their instructions.
5. The QCS coupling is lubricated for life at the factory and does
not require any further lubrication. Lubricate the pivot points
of the Scissor Cutting Head with a light weight general pur-
pose lubricating oil. Wipe off any excess oil.
Set Up/Operation
1. Determine the size and type of material to be cut. Select the
appropriate equipment per its specifications. Do not cut steel
wire. Mark the cut location on the wire.
2. Make sure all equipment is inspected and set up per its in-
structions.
Figure 2 – Installing the Scissor Cutting Head In Crimp Tool
3. Remove the battery from the tool. Depress the QCS
sleeve on the electric tool and insert the scissor cutting head.
Release the sleeve to retain the head. Confirm that the head
NOTICE
QCS Sleeve
Blade
Guards
QCS Coupling
Blade Guide
32
SC-60 Scissor Cutting Head Instructions
SC-60 Scissor Cutting Head Instructions
is fully inserted and locked into tool before turning ON. (If head
will not lock into QCS, ensure tool ram is fully retracted by
pressing the release button.)
4. Place the wire between the cutting edges of the Scissor Cut-
ting head, and squarely line up the cutting edge with the cut
location. Do not try to cut the wire at an angle.
Figure 3 – Cutting Edge Lined Up With Wire Mark
5. With hands clear of the head and other moving parts, oper-
ate the Electrical Tool as per its instructions. Continue to press
the run switch until the tool ram automatically retracts and the
wire is cut. If the ram does not fully retract, press the electri-
cal tool pressure release button.
6. Inspect the cut. Be careful of any sharp edges.
