ASSEMBLY
Recharge only with the charger
WARNING
specified for the battery. For spe-
cific charging instructions, read the operator's
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Inserting/Removing the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
Always remove battery pack before
WARNING
changing or removing accesso-
ries. Only use accessories specifically recom-
mended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
Inserting/Removing the Crimping Jaws
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the locking thumb screw (when used)
from the back of the retaining pin.
3. Push in, then rotate the retaining pin counterclock-
wise 90°
. The pin will pop out.
4. Insert the crimping jaws. Line up the center hole
with the retaining pin.
5. Push in the retaining pin, then rotate clockwise
90°
.
6. Insert and hand tighten the locking thumb screw.
NOTE: Use the locking thumb screw to prevent the
retaining pin from being unintentionally loosened.
A loose retaining pin may damage the tool.
7. Rotate the jaws to the desired angle.
To avoid damage to the tool, do not
CAUTION
operate the tool without the retain-
ing pin fully inserted and locked into position.
Damage to the cylinder may occur.
An incomplete or faulty crimp could
WARNING
cause a fire. Use tool only with
Southwire crimping jaw STJ6-CU, "U" dies, and
connectors for which they are rated. Jaws, dies,
and connectors must be used in an approved
combination to achieve a successful operation.
Improper combinations can result in a faulty
crimp. Electric shock, fire, explosion, and prop-
erty damage could occur.
Changing the Dies
Inspect dies and connectors before use. Only use
properly matched dies and connectors for the crimp-
ing jaws. Refer to Specifications for die/connector
compatibility.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Open jaws by squeezing back of crimping head
together.
3. Snap the appropriate dies into each side of the
crimping jaws. Release the jaws.
4. To remove, open jaws by squeezing back of crimp-
ing head together. Pull out the die release tabs.
Pull dies out from crimping jaws.
OPERATION
To reduce the risk of explosion,
WARNING
electric shock and property
damage, do not use on live electrical lines.
Tool is NOT insulated. Contact with a live
circuit could result in severe injury or death.
Turn off power before making a crimp.
Keep hands away from crimping jaws
while tool is in use. Fingers could be
crushed.
Always remove battery pack before changing
or removing accessories. Only use accessories
specifically recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles
or glasses with side shields.
Before crimping:
• Inspect the jaws and dies for cracks or other dam-
age. Do not use damaged jaws or dies. Contact
Southwire Tools & Assembled Products.
• Ensure retaining pin is properly seated and dies are
properly installed.
• Jaws, dies, connectors, and cables must be used in
an APPROVED COMBINATION. Improper combina-
tions can result in a faulty crimp.
• Inspect and discard workpieces with cracks or wear
before use. Materials may crack or shatter.
• Follow connector manufacturers' installation instruc-
tions. Other uses may cause damage to the tool,
accessories, and workpiece.
1. Insert battery pack.
2. Place jaws with installed dies around the connector.
3. Hold tool securely. Press and hold the trigger.
4. When the cycle is complete the tool will switch off
and the indicator will light. Release the trigger.
LED
Indicator
Definition
Solid Green Tool completed the operation and
reached full crimping pressure.
Solid Red
Tool completed the operation but did NOT
reach full crimping pressure.
Flashing Red Tool did NOT complete the operation.
Flashing
Tool has reached its service interval
Red/Green
(40,000 crimps). Red/Green flashing
will begin after the solid Red or Green
(after Solid
indicator for the operation is displayed.
Green or
Southwire recommends that the tool be
Solid Red)
inspected and preventative maintenance
completed. Return tool to Southwire
Tools & Assembled Products.
5. Continue crimping according to the connector
manufacturer's instructions. See the "Lug and
Splices" charts for more information.
• For splices, begin crimping in the center, work-
ing outward.
• For lugs, begin crimping near the pad, working
outward.
6. Two LEDs will light the workpiece when the trigger
is pulled.
7. The die identifier is pressed into the connector
during the crimp.
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Crimping