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EK1550L Battery-powered Crimping Tool

Greenlee / A Textron Company

4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070

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Maintenance

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. 

Skin injection hazard:
Do not use hands to check for oil 

leaks. Oil under pressure easily 

punctures skin. If injured, seek 

medical attention immediately to 

remove oil.
Failure to observe this warning 

could result in serious injury, gan-

grene, or death.

Do not use solvents or flammable 

liquids to clean the tool body. 

Solvents or flammable liquids could 

ignite and cause serious injury or 

property damage.

Pinch points:
•  Remove battery before changing 

dies, adapters, or jaws.

•  Keep hands away from the crimp-

ing tool head when crimping.

Failure to observe these warnings 

could result in severe injury or death.

Relief valve adjustments must be done by an  

authorized service center.

Daily

Before use:

1.  Inspect the tool for wear or damage, such as cracks, 

gouges, or chips.

2.  Inspect the tool for damage or leaks.
3.  Inspect the rotation of the head assembly. Fully 

retract the ram. The head should rotate no more 

than 360°. If damage is detected, send the tool to a 

Greenlee  Authorized Service Center for inspection.

After use:

1.  Use a damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the 

housing. Allow the housing to dry.

2.  Fully retract the ram. Place the tool in the carrying 

case and store in a cool, dry place.

3.  If necessary, recharge the batteries. Refer to the 

instructions supplied with the battery charger.

Monthly

1.  Thoroughly clean all surfaces.
2.  Check the oil level.

Annually or After 10,000 Crimps

1.  Replace the hydraulic oil.
2.  Send the tool to a Greenlee  Authorized Service 

Center for inspection.

Checking the Oil Level

1.  Remove the screws holding the housing cover 

together.

2.  Point the crimping head downward and remove the 

oil reservoir plug. Fill reservoir if necessary.

3.  Replace the oil plug and housing cover.

Note:  For Warranty Service or Repair, contact Greenlee 

customer service at 800-435-0786.

Summary of Contents for EK1550L

Page 1: ...wered Crimping Tool 52049398 REV 5 2016 Greenlee Textron Inc 7 16 Serial Number Read and understand all of the instructions and safety information in this manual before operating or servicing this tool Register this product at www greenlee com ...

Page 2: ...ovided Purpose of this Manual This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the following Greenlee tool EK1550L Battery powered Crimping Tool Keep this manual available to all personnel Replacement manuals are available upon request at no charge at www greenlee com Do not discard this product or throw away For recycling information go t...

Page 3: ...ing this unit on or near energized electrical lines use proper personal protective equipment Failure to observe this warning 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 Skin injection hazard Do not use hands to check for oil leaks Oil under pres...

Page 4: ...o thorough drying when electrical components are soaked Use this tool for the manufacturer s intended purpose only Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage Do not allow anything to contact the battery terminals Do not immerse the batteries in liquid Liquid may create a short circuit and damage the battery If batteries are immersed contact your service center for...

Page 5: ... kcmil Copper 1500 kcmil With PH14 Dies no Adapter Kit needed 1027 kcmil 48 7 ACSR With 48824 Die Holder Kit for PH2 Dies 477 26 27 ACSR tension terminals through 1033 kcmil With 48788 Die Holder Kit for TBM 15 Dies 1000 kcmil copper and aluminum fittings With 48820 Die Holder Kit for Y46 Dies 1250 kcmil aluminum and 1500 kcmil copper fittings With 48802 Die Holder Kit for 12 ton U Dies 500 kcmil ...

Page 6: ...ie holder assembly into hole in die spacer assembly Lock in place with die spacer retaining screw 3 Install lower 48825 die holder assembly in hole in end of piston Snap in place with bottom die holder retaining spring plungers 6 4 Select proper die set for fitting to be crimped Note Do not use non butting dies crimps con trolled by tonnage in this tool as damage could occur to connectors and or c...

Page 7: ...upper 48822 die holder assembly in hole in top of C head Snap in place with top die holder retaining spring plunger 6 2 Install lower 48821 die holder assembly in hole in end of piston Snap in place with bottom die holder retaining spring plungers 6 3 Select proper die set for fitting to be crimped 4 Slide top die into place in die holder while simulta neously squeezing both retainer buttons Relea...

Page 8: ...P DIE HOLDER RETAINING SPRING PLUNGER 6 48803 12 TON U DIE HOLDER ASSEMBLIES BOTTOM DIE HOLDER RETAINING SPRING PLUNGERS 6 DIE RETAINING MECHANISMS Setup 1 Select the die set that corresponds to the size type and manufacturer of connector to be crimped 2 Select proper die holders set for type of dies to be used Install the die holders and or dies according to procedures under Adapter Kits Kearney ...

Page 9: ...rough drying when electrical components are soaked Use this tool for the manufacturer s intended purpose only Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage Charging the Battery Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger LED Work Light white This LED automatically turns on when the trigger is pulled It remains on for 10 seconds after the trigger is releas...

Page 10: ...wo crimps will be evenly spaced between the connec tor marks 5 Depress the trigger to advance the piston Hold the trigger down until the piston automatically begins to retract Notes If the crimping tool does not automatically retract the crimp is incomplete It is normal for the battery load display to light at both the beginning and near the end of the crimping cycle 6 Release the trigger until th...

Page 11: ... the number of crimps listed in this column instead of the number provided with the connector 95R7 Die Selection Refer to Connector Selection for brand names and model numbers of appropriate lugs as well as crimping instructions Crimps made with this tool and KC12 type or KA12 type dies are cUL and UL classified when used with the appropriate conductor and connectors listed below Dies for Copper C...

Page 12: ...y an authorized service center Daily Before use 1 Inspect the tool for wear or damage such as cracks gouges or chips 2 Inspect the tool for damage or leaks 3 Inspect the rotation of the head assembly Fully retract the ram The head should rotate no more than 360 If damage is detected send the tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center for inspection After use 1 Use a damp cloth and mild detergent...

Page 13: ...approximately 10 seconds and then attempt to crimp If unsuccessful return tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center Cold oil Pull trigger and hold retract button simultaneously to warm oil Store tool in warm area Dies stop during operation Oil level low Return tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center Air in hydraulic system Pull trigger and hold retract button simultaneously Hold for approx...

Page 14: ...EK1550L Battery powered Crimping Tool Greenlee A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr Rockford IL 61109 2988 USA 815 397 7070 14 ...

Page 15: ...EK1550L Battery powered Crimping Tool Greenlee A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr Rockford IL 61109 2988 USA 815 397 7070 15 ...

Page 16: ...88 USA 815 397 7070 An ISO 9001 Company Greenlee Textron Inc is a subsidiary of Textron Inc USA Tel 800 435 0786 Fax 800 451 2632 Canada Tel 800 435 0786 Fax 800 524 2853 International Tel 1 815 397 7070 Fax 1 815 397 9247 www greenlee com ...

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