Maintenance - Greenlee GATOR EK1240K Instruction Manual

Maintenance

Wear eye protection when operating
or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection can
result in serious eye injury from
flying debris or hydraulic oil.
Skin injection hazard:
Do not use hands to check for oil
leaks. Oil under pressure easily
punctures skin. If injured, seek
medical attention immediately to
remove oil.
Failure to observe this warning can
result in serious injury, gangrene or
death.
Do not use solvents or flammable
cleaners to clean the tool body.
Solvents could ignite, causing
serious injury or property damage.
Pinch points.
Keep hands away from the crimping
tool head when crimping.
Relief valve adjustments must be done by an
authorized service center.
Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc.
EK1240K and EK1240KC
Daily
Before use:
1. Inspect dies for wear or damage, such as cracks,
gouges or chips.
2. Inspect the crimping tool for damage or leaks.
After use:
1. Use a damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the
housing. Allow housing to dry.
2. Fully retract the ram and lock the trigger. Place the
crimping tool in the carrying case and store in a
cool, dry place.
3. If necessary, recharge the batteries – see the
instructions supplied with the battery charger.
Monthly
1. Thoroughly clean all surfaces.
2. Check the oil level.
Annually or After 10,000 Crimps
1. Replace the hydraulic oil.
2. Send the tool to an authorized Greenlee service
center for inspection.
Checking the Oil Level
1. Remove the two screws that retain the tank housing
cover. Remove the tank housing cover.
2. Point the crimping head downward and remove the
oil reservoir plug. Fill reservoir if necessary.
3. Replace the oil plug and tank housing cover.
Recommended Hydraulic Oils
AVIA ® HVI 15
Shell Tellus T 15
Mobil ® DTE 15
®
NUTO H 15
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