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OPERATION MANUAL

GATOR

®

 

EK1240L and EK1240CL

Battery-powered

Crimping Tools

52047660 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

Summary of Contents for EK1240CL

Page 1: ...ery powered Crimping Tools 52047660 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: ... cable The EK1240CL has a PVC covered crimping head This tool has a retraction stop feature which allows the operator to stop the retraction motion of the ram to shorten cycle time This tool is protected by U S Patent No 6 206 663 6 276 186 6 401 515 and 6 718 870 Safety Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of Greenlee tools and equipment This manual and any markings on the tool provide ...

Page 3: ...ng 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 press...

Page 4: ... 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: ...2 F 15 C to 50 C Crimping Capacities Crimping Range 8 AWG to 750 kcmil Battery Charger Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger EK1240L and EK1240CL 1 LED Work Light white 2 Head 3 Die Release Buttons 4 Lanyard Ring 5 Housing 6 Retract Button 7 LED Indictor red 8 Battery 9 Trigger 9 8 2 3 4 7 6 5 1 52047087 120 VAC corded adapter 52047088 230 VAC corded adapter 52049189 18 V 3 Ah li...

Page 6: ...ough 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 release...

Page 7: ...ce the dies Continue to crimp until the pressure relief valve activates Note Pressure relief occurs at approximately 106 kN 12 tons and is indicated by an audible pop 8 After achieving pressure relief the ram automatically returns to the start position and the dies retract 9 To stop the ram from returning fully activate the trigger for a brief moment This activation will close the retraction valve...

Page 8: ...ONNECTOR TYPE Copper Splices Copper Lugs 8 to 1 0 AWG 1 crimp 2 0 AWG to 350 kcmil 2 crimps 400 to 750 kcmil 3 crimps NUMBER OF CRIMPS ANDERSON VACS VACL BLACKBURN ASP ATL BURNDY YS A YA A YA ATN ILSCO AS ASN ACL ACN 2ACL 2ACN ALNS ALNN ALND PANDUIT SA LAA LAB T B 60501 to 60578 60101 to 60176 60230 to 60278 PENN UNION PIK BLUA CONNECTOR TYPE Dual rated Aluminum Splices Dual rated Aluminum Lugs 95...

Page 9: ... 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 10: ...pproximately 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 simultane ously 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 simultane ously Hold for appro...

Page 11: ...EK1240L and EK1240CL Crimping Tools Greenlee A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr Rockford IL 61109 2988 USA 815 397 7070 11 ...

Page 12: ...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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