Operation; Preparation; Crimping - Textron Company GREENLEE HK12ID Manuel D'instructions

Operation

Inspect tool before use. Replace any worn or
damaged parts. A damaged or improperly assembled
tool can break and strike nearby personnel.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit on or near energized electri-
cal lines, use proper personal protec-
tive 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
leaks.
• Depressurize the hydraulic system
before servicing.
Oil under pressure easily punctures
skin, causing serious injury, gangrene,
or death. If you are injured by escap-
ing oil, seek medical attention
immediately.
Pinch points:
Keep hands away from the crimping
tool head when crimping.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
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HK12ID Dieless Crimping Tool
An incomplete crimp can cause a fire.
• Use proper connector and cable combinations.
Improper combinations can result in an incomplete
crimp.
• The handle load will drop suddenly to indicate a
completed crimp. If the handle load does not drop
suddenly, the crimp is not complete.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
For a cUL or UL classified crimp, refer to the
Connector Table in this instruction manual.

Preparation

1. Select a proper size and type of connector to
correspond with the wire or cable.
2. Strip the cable to an appropriate length. Follow the
connector manufacturer's instructions.
Note: Apply an oxide inhibitor, if required.
Refer to the connector manufacturer's instructions.

Crimping

1. Insert the cable fully into the connector.
2. Place the connector into the V of the crimping head,
as shown below.
Connector
3. If open, close the crimping head. Make sure the
head and latch are fully engaged.
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