RK12CX 12-ton Remote Tool
Greenlee / A Textron Company
4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Operation —Cutting
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When
using 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.
Setup
1. Open the tool head.
2. Remove any accessories from the tool head.
3. Select the appropriate set of blades, using the
table provided on this page.
4. Install one blade in each groove. Slide the tab into
the slots in the ram and head. Lock them in place
with the W-type detents.
5. Visually check the blades to ensure that they are
aligned correctly so that they will complete the
butting operation.
6. Close the tool head.
Accessory Table
Task
Blade
Copper and aluminum
26 mm (1.00") max.
UC26
Copper and aluminum
40 mm (1.56") max.
UC40
ACSR
Copperweld
ACAR
Guy strand
EHS guy strand
Ground rod
Anchor rod
Soft bolts
Rebar
UCACSR
Threaded rod
Threaded rod
Detents:
Press and slide the
adapter and/or die
into place.
Release to lock.
Cutting Procedure
1. Press the latch and open the tool head.
2. Position the item to be cut in the tool head.
3. Close the tool head.
4. Activate the hydraulic power source until the ram
has advanced and the cut is completed.
5. Stop the power source and allow the ram to retract.
