Troubleshooting - Greenlee GATOR EK1230 Instruction Manual

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.
Problem
Tool is inoperative.
Dies stop during operation.
Battery load display flashes
constantly.
Tool loses oil.
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EK1230 and EK1230C Crimping Tools
2. Use a nonflammable contact cleaner or pencil
3. Reinstall the battery and check the tool again.
Probable Cause
Dirt, contaminants, etc., in ram area
of tool.
Crimping tool battery contacts
damaged.
Tool components worn or damaged.
Oil level is low.
Air in hydraulic system.
Battery charge low.
Damaged internal seal.
Oil plug not installed properly.
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eraser to clean the electrical contacts on the battery
and crimping tool.
Probable Remedy
Clean tool.
Reset contacts.
Return tool to an authorized
Greenlee service center.
Check oil level. Refill reservoir.
Pull trigger and hold retract button
simultaneously. Hold for approxi-
mately 10 seconds.
Charge or replace battery.
Return tool to an authorized
Greenlee service center.
Refill reservoir and replace plug.
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