EK1230L and EK1230CL Crimping Tools
Greenlee / A Textron Company
4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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improvements occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for
damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
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Table of Contents
Description .................................................................... 2
Safety ............................................................................ 2
Purpose of this Manual ................................................. 2
Important Safety Information .....................................3–4
Identification .................................................................. 5
Specifications ................................................................ 5
Operation ....................................................................6–7
Die Selection ................................................................. 8
Connector Selection ...................................................... 8
Maintenance .................................................................. 9
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 10
Description
The EK1230L Crimping Tool is a hand-held,
self-contained, battery-powered tool intended to crimp
aluminum and copper connectors onto electrical cable.
The EK1230CL 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 information for avoiding
hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this
tool. Observe all of the safety information provided.
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the
following Greenlee tool:
EK1230L Battery-powered Crimping Tool
EK1230CL Battery-powered Crimping Tool
with PVC-covered Head
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
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no charge at www.greenlee.com.
Do not discard this product or throw away!
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