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Description
The 1981 Mechanical Crimping Tool is intended for
crimping copper color-coded lugs and splices from
8 AWG through 250 kcmil and aluminum color-coded
lugs and splices from 6 AWG through 4/0 AWG.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Greenlee tools and equipment. This instruction 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:
1981 Mechanical Crimping Tool
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge at www.greenlee.com.
All specifications are nominal and may change as design
improvements occur. Greenlee Textron shall not be liable for damages
resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Blackburn is a registered trademark of Thomas & Betts.
Greenlee / A Textron Company
Important Safety Information
An incomplete crimp can cause a fire.
Use proper connector and cable combinations.
Improper combinations can result in an incomplete
crimp.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or death.
• This tool is intended for two-handed operation.
• Inspect tool before use. If any parts are worn or
• Do not perform any service or maintenance other
• Do not exceed the rated capacity of this tool.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
KEEP THIS MANUAL
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1981 Mechanical Crimping Tool
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. Do not use
on live circuits.
Contact with live circuits 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 flying
debris.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles when using
this tool.
damaged, send the tool to an authorized Greenlee
service center.
than as described in this manual.
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