Greenlee GATOR EK425 Instruction Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Keep hands away from the crimping
head when crimping.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They will vent
fumes and may explode.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury from harmful fumes or burns from flying debris.
Inspect tool and dies 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.
• This tool is not designed for continuous use.
After 30 to 40 crimping cycles, allow the crimp-
ing tool to cool for 15 minutes.
• Do not place the tool in a vise. The crimping tool
is designed for hand-held operation.
• This tool may be used in damp or wet environ-
ments; however, we recommend air-drying the
tool before use if it becomes soaked.
• Use this tool for the manufacturer's intended
purpose only.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
Greenlee / A Textron Company
EK425 Battery-powered Crimping Tool
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 60 °C
(140 °F). 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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