Textron Greenlee EK50ML User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

EK50ML

Battery-powered

Crimping Tool

Serial Number

Read and understand all of the instructions and

safety information in this manual before operating

or servicing this tool.

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EK50ML Battery-powered Crimping Tool

Greenlee / A Textron Company

Description

The EK50ML Battery-powered Crimping Tool is a

hand-held, self-contained crimping tool intended to

crimp cable using Greenlee’s Kwik Cycle®9 and

CrimpALL®die sets as well as some competitors’

diesets.

U.S. patent pending.

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:

EK50ML Battery-powered Crimping Tool

Keep this manual available to all personnel.

Do not discard this product or throw away!

KEEP THIS MANUAL

Table of Contents

Description ..................................................................... 2

Safety ............................................................................. 2

Purpose of this Manual .................................................. 2

Important Safety Information ..................................... 3–4

Identication................................................................... 5

Specications................................................................. 5

Battery Charger .............................................................. 6

Operation.................................................................... 7–8

Maintenance................................................................... 9

Troubleshooting............................................................ 10

Die Holders................................................................... 11

CrimpALL®Interchangeable Die Sets.....................11-13

Illustration..................................................................... 14

Parts List .................................................................15-16

All specications are nominal and may change as design

improvements occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for

damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.

CrimpALL and Kwik Cycle are registered trademarks of

TextronInnovations Inc.

Teon is a registered trademark of Dupont.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY

ALERT

SYMBOL

This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards

or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or

property damage. The signal word, dened below,

indicates the severity of the hazard. The message

after the signal word provides information for pre-

venting or avoiding the hazard.

Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result

in severe injury or death.

Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in

severe injury or death.

Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided,

MAY result in injury or property damage.

Read and understand all of the

instructions and safety information

in this manual before operating or

servicing this tool.

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

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

ying debris or hydraulic oil.

Do not use solvents or ammable

liquids to clean the tool body.

Solvents or ammable liquids could

ignite and cause serious injury or

property damage.

An incomplete crimp can cause a re.

Use proper die, connector, and cable combinations.

Improper combinations can result in an incomplete

crimp.

Failure to observe this warning could result in severe

injury or death.

Pinch points:

• Remove battery before changing

dies, adapters, or jaws.

• Keep hands away from the crimp-

ing tool head when crimping.

Failure to observe these warnings

could result in severe injury or death.

Do not dispose of batteries in a re. They will vent

fumes and may explode.

Failure to observe this warning could result in severe

injury from harmful fumes or burns from ying

debris.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Inspect tool and dies before use. Replace any

worn or damaged parts. A damaged or improp-

erly assembled tool can break and strike nearby

personnel.

Failure to observe this warning could result in severe

injury or death.

• Allow approximately 3 to 5 minutes of time to cool

down as tool automatically switches off when it

gets too hot.

• Do not secure this tool in a vise. This tool is

designed for hand-held operation.

• This tool may be used in damp or wet environ-

ments; however, air-drying is recommended before

use if the tool becomes soaked. Damage may

result when the tool is operated prior to thorough

drying when electrical components are soaked.

• Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended

purpose only.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in

injury or property damage.

Do not allow anything to contact the battery

terminals.

• Do not immerse the batteries in liquid. Liquid may

create a short circuit and damage the battery.

If batteries are immersed, contact your service

center for proper handling.

• Do not place the battery into a pocket, tool pouch,

or tool box with conductive objects. Conductive

objects may create a short circuit and damage the

battery.

• Do not place a battery on moist ground or grass.

Moisture may create a short circuit and damage

the battery.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in

injury or property damage.

• Do not store the battery at more than 122 °F

(50°C) or less than –4 °F (–20 °C). Damage to the

battery can result.

• Do not use another manufacturer’s charger. Other

manufacturers’ chargers may overcharge and

damage the battery.

• Do not attempt to open the battery. It contains no

user-serviceable parts.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in

injury or property damage.

Do not perform any service or maintenance other

than as described in this manual. Injury or damage

to the tool may result.

Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury

and property damage.

Note: Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace

when necessary.

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Identiﬁcation

1. Crimping Dies

2. LED Work Light (white)

3. Crimping Head

4. LED Indicator (red)

5. Battery Cartridge

6. Battery Lock

7. Trigger

Speciﬁcations

Crimping Tool

Length (with battery)............................................................................... 9.93" (252.22 mm)

Width ............................................................................................................ 2.5" (63.5 mm)

Depth.......................................................................................................... 3.6" (91.44 mm)

Weight......................................................................................................... 2.18 lb (0.98 kg)

Crimping Force..........................................................................................1.53 tons (15 kN)

Recommended Operating Temperature Range................14 °F to 104 °F (–10 °C to 40 °C)

Battery

Charging Time ........................................................................................................... 40 min

52068605 Battery, 10.8V 1.5 Ah li-ion (16.2 Wh)

52068603 Charger, 10.8V li-ion batteries, 110V

52068604 Charger, 10.8V li-ion batteries, 230V

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Battery and Charger

100%

75%

50%

25%

% Charge Remaining

1. Charger is plugged into socket.

2. Battery is charging.

3. Battery is fully charged.

4. Battery is defective.

5. Battery is too hot or too cold.

6. Charger is defective.

Remove battery only after unplugging charger from

socket.

Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury

and property damage.

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Operation

Inspect tool and dies before use. Replace any

worn or damaged parts. A damaged or improp-

erly 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

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

ying debris or hydraulic oil.

Pinch points:

• Remove battery before changing

dies, adapters, or jaws.

• Keep hands away from the crimp-

ing tool head when crimping.

Failure to observe these warnings

could result in severe injury or death.

• Allow approximately 3 to 5 minutes of time to cool

down as tool automatically switches off when it

gets too hot.

• Do not secure this tool in a vise. This tool is

designed for hand-held operation.

• Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended

purpose only.

Failure to observe these precautions may result in

injury or property damage.

Charging the Battery

Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger.

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 incor-

porating several important features to inform the user

about the current status of the unit. The LED signals in

the following cases:

When What it means

2 x

After

inserting

the battery

Battery is

inserted in tool

20 sec

After

working

cycle

Low battery

20 sec/2 Hz

Contact Greenlee

service

20 sec/5 Hz 20 sec/5 Hz

Tool has become

too hot

1 x 1 x

After

interruption

Error – manual

interruption of

crimp cycle prior

to completion

3 x 3 x

After

working

cycle

Error – automatic

opening of tool

due to exceeding

crimp force

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Operation (cont’d)

Installing Dies

1. Select the proper dies for the intended crimp.

2. Slide the die into the crimping head and secure with

screw.

3. Properly position the second die. Repeat Step 2.

Preparing Cable

Follow the lug manufacturer’s instructions for appropri-

ate cable strip length.

Crimping Direction

First Compression

Crimping Direction

SIDE A

Crimping Direction

SIDE B

First Compression

SIDE A

First Compression

SIDE B

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 the crimping tool auto-

matically completes the cycle.

4. The crimp cycle automatically stops when com-

plete, and the jaws automatically retract when the

trigger is released.

5. Position the crimping tool for next crimp. Repeat

Steps 2 and 3 for the number of crimps as

described in this manual.

An incomplete crimp can cause a re.

Use proper die, connector, and cable combinations.

Improper combinations can result in an incomplete

crimp.

Failure to observe these warnings could result in

severe injury or death.

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Daily

Before use:

1. Inspect the tool for wear or damage, such as cracks,

gouges, or chips.

2. Inspect the tool for damage.

After use:

1. Use a damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the

housing. Allow the housing to dry.

2. Place the tool in the carrying case and store in a

cool, dry place.

3. If necessary, recharge the batteries. Refer to the

instructions supplied with the battery charger.

Monthly

Thoroughly clean all surfaces.

Annually or After 35,000 Crimps

Send the tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center

for inspection.

Note: For Warranty Service or Repair, contact Greenlee

customer service at 800-435-0786.

Maintenance

Wear eye protection when operating

or servicing this tool.

Failure to wear eye protection could

result in serious eye injury from

ying debris or hydraulic oil.

Do not use solvents or ammable

liquids to clean the tool body.

Solvents or ammable liquids could

ignite and cause serious injury or

property damage.

Pinch points:

• Remove battery before changing

dies, adapters, or jaws.

• Keep hands away from the crimp-

ing tool head when crimping.

Failure to observe these warnings

could result in severe injury or death.

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Problem Possible Cause Probable Remedy

Tool is inoperative. Continuous use causes tool to become

too hot and automatically switch off.

Allow approximately 3 to 5 minutes of

time to cool down.

Dirt, contaminants, etc., in jaw area

oftool.

Clean tool.

Tool components worn or damaged. Return tool to a Greenlee Authorized

Service Center.

Motor is inoperative. Low or uncharged battery. Try known charged battery. Inoperative

battery may be discharged or may have

reached life expectancy.

Broken switch components. Return tool to a Greenlee Authorized

Service Center.

LED glows for 20 seconds. Battery charge low. Charge or replace battery.

Note: For Warranty Service or Repair, contact Greenlee customer service at 800-435-0786.

Troubleshooting

Before You Begin

1. Make sure that the battery is charged. Recheck

the battery after several minutes to make sure the

battery is holding its charge.

2. Use a nonﬂammable contact cleaner or pencil

eraser to clean the electrical contacts on the battery

and tool.

3. Reinstall the battery and check the tool again.

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