HCE136B
BATTERY POWERED CRIMP TOOL
DATASHEET
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HCE136B-DS
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REV. C
6/20/2014
Daniels Manufacturing Corporation
526 Thorpe Road, Orlando, FL 32824 USA
Phone: 407-855-6161 Fax: 407-855-6884 Email: [email protected]
Operation
LED Work Light (White)
This LED automatically turns on when the trigger is pulled. It
remains on for 10 seconds after the trigger is released.
LED Indicator (Red)
This tool is equipped with a special circuit board
incorporating several important features to inform the user
about the current status of the unit. The Red LED on the
side of the tool signals in the following cases:
What Happens…
Signal What it Means…
Flashing for 2
seconds
••
Battery is inserted in tool
Constant light for 20
seconds at end of
cycle
____
Battery charge is below 17V at
beginning of cycle
Tool will
not
start,
and constant light
for 20 seconds when
trigger is released
____
Battery charge is below 16V at
beginning of cycle
Tool will stop, and
constant light for 20
seconds after trigger
is released
____
Battery voltage drops below 13V
during cycle
Tool will stop, and
flashing light for 20
seconds when
trigger is released
••••
Motor current exceeds 20A during
cycle
Circuit has become too hot
Pressure Sensor
This tool is equipped with a pressure sensor that alerts the
user of an incomplete crimp.
If the tool is manually retracted before completion of
a crimp, the red LED and audible beep will be active
for 2 seconds.
If the tool is unable to reach the required crimp
force, the red LED, work light, and an audible beep
will pulse until after the trigger is released.
Preparing Cable
Follow the lug/connector manufacturer’s instructions for
appropriate cable strip length, and contact/wire assembly.
Crimping Cable
1.
Insert the properly assembled connector into the
crimping head.
2.
Pull the trigger to make the crimp.
3.
Hold the trigger down until crimping tool achieves
pressure relief, which is accompanied by an audible
“pop”.
4.
The tool cylinder & indenters retract automatically.
5.
Remove the crimped cable/connector.
Note: If it is necessary to retract the tool push rod before a
crimp cycle is completed, push and hold the
Retract
Button
. Pushing and holding the
Retract Button
will result
in the complete retraction of the push rod.
Maintenance
Each Operating Day
Before Use:
1.
Inspect indenters for wear or damage such as
cracks, gouges, or chips.
2.
Inspect the tool for damage or leaks. If damage is
detected, return the tool to the DMC repair center for
inspection.
After Use:
1.
Wipe all tool surfaces clean with a damp cloth and
mild detergent.
2.
Charge the battery.
3.
Fully retract the tool push rod.
4.
Place the tool in the carrying case.
5.
Store in a cool dry place.