Operation - Greenlee GATOR EK06AT Instruction Manual

Operation (cont'd)
Crimping
Electric shock hazard:
The EK06AT is not insulated. When
using this unit near energized
electrical lines use proper personal
protective equipment.
Failure to observe this warning can
result in severe injury or death.
Wear eye protection when operating
this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection can
result in serious eye injury from
flying debris or hydraulic oil.
An incomplete crimp can cause a fire.
The relief valve will sound to indicate a completed
crimp. If you do not hear the sound of the relief
valve, the crimp is not complete.
Failure to observe this warning can result in severe
injury or death.
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 can result in severe
injury or death.
• Keep hands away from the
crimping tool head when crimping.
• Lock trigger when not in use.
Failure to observe these warnings
can result in severe injury or death.
Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc.
EK06AT and EK06ATC
1. Insert cable fully into connector. Center the connec-
tor between the nibs.
Small connectors may become
wedged between the nibs of
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the tool. Center the connector
between the four nibs before
crimping.
Failure to observe this precaution
can cause property damage.
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2. Pull the trigger to advance the nibs. Hold the trigger
down until the pressure relief valve activates.
Note: Pressure relief occurs at approximately 690
Bar (10,000 psi) and is indicated by an
audible "pop".
3. After achieving pressure relief, the ram will auto-
matically return to the start position and the nibs
will retract.
4. Complete the number of crimps specified by the
connector manufacturer.
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