ABB T&B Tools TBM12PCR-LI Operating Instructions Manual page 4

Compression cycles
This guide indicates the number of compression cycles that the
TBM12PCR-LI can be expected to perform when the battery is
fully charged. These figures are approximate and will vary
according to the charging and other operating conditions, such
as temperature, humidity, and battery condition.
Conductor Average compressions per charge
500 kcmil
750 kcmil
Switch operation
1. The ram advances when the Trigger is depressed and stops
when the Trigger is released.
2. To retract the ram, depress the Release button. The ram
continues to retract while the Release button is depressed. If
the auto-retract feature is activated, the ram will automatically
retract after the crimp is completed. See "Compression
operation" section, page 4 for instructions on enabling and
disabling the auto-retract function.
Release button
Advance trigger
Compression operation
1. Select the appropriate size dies for the connector.
2. Insert one die half into the C-head by sliding it in while pulling
the Die Release Knob.
3. Press the trigger (Switch Operation, page 4) to advance the
Ram until the Die Release Pin is accessible. Insert the other
half of the die into the Ram while pressing the Die Release Pin.
4. Press the trigger and advance the Ram so the connector is
held lightly between the dies. Do not deform the connector.
5. Insert the conductor into the connector.
6. Press the trigger until the compression is complete. A series
of clicks will be heard followed by a release in the pressure
when compression is complete. The LED indicator will display
green followed by an audible beep when a complete
compression is made. In an incomplete compression cycle due
to early release of the trigger or low battery, the LED indicator
will flash red followed by a series of multiple audible beeps.
Check gauge on battery for remaining charge.
7. Press the release button ("Switch operation" section, page 4)
to retract the ram. The ram continues to retract while the
release button is pressed. The ram stops when it is fully
retracted.
8. Remove the compressed connector from the tool.
Die Release
BAT-MK
155
145
Auto retract
The auto retract feature can be toggled on or off depending on
user preference or specific job requirement. To turn auto
retraction off, remove rubber grommet and use a flat blade
screwdriver to rotate the indicator 90 degrees to either position
as shown below:
Pull
Knob
C-Head
Die half
Ram
Die Half
Slide in
Push Die Release Pin
4 of 6 - English
Slide in
ON OFF