Greenlee 757 Instruction Manual

Greenlee 757 Instruction Manual

Ratchet cable cutters

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
756 and 757
Ratchet Cable Cutters
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
Register this product at www.greenlee.com
99990016
© 2019 Greenlee Tools, Inc.
IM 1032 REV 21 3/19

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Product Overview and Safety
Product Description
Details the Greenlee 756 and 757 Ratchet Cable Cutters and their intended use.
Safety Overview
Emphasizes the importance of safety in using and maintaining Greenlee tools.
Manual Purpose
Explains the manual's intent to familiarize personnel with safe operation and maintenance.
Important Safety Information
Understanding Safety Symbols
Explains the meaning of safety symbols and signal words used to indicate hazard severity.
Specific Hazard Warnings
Covers electric shock, eye protection, and blade hazards.
Operational Safety Precautions
Lists critical safety practices for operation, maintenance, and capacity limits.
Specifications and Operation
756 Cutter Specifications
Details weight, length, jaw opening, and maximum capacity for the 756 model.
757 Cutter Specifications
Details weight, length, jaw opening, and maximum capacity for the 757 model.
Cutting Procedures
Explains standard and ratchet cutting methods for wire and rod.
Maintenance Procedures
Disengaging the Spring
Provides steps to safely disengage the spring mechanism before servicing the tool.
General Care and Lubrication
Covers cleaning grips, sharpening blades, and lubricating blades.
Internal Parts Cleaning
Details disassembly, cleaning with solvent, and lubricating internal components.
Cutter Mechanism Cleaning
Advises using compressed air to clear dirt from the ratchet mechanism.
Assembly Procedures
Initial Assembly Steps
Covers assembling the sprocket pin, side plate, sprocket, and detent spring.
Pawl and Chain Assembly
Details engaging the drive pawl, securing assemblies, and attaching the chain spring.
Attaching Cutting Head and Grip
Explains attaching the cutting head to handles and assembling the grip.
Final Checks and Grip Installation
Covers checking operation and installing the grip, including tips for difficult fits.
Illustrated Parts Diagram
756 Cutter Head Diagram
Shows an exploded view of the 756 cutter head components for identification.
757 Cutter Head Diagram
Shows an exploded view of the 757 cutter head components for identification.
Parts List - 756 Model
756 Component Breakdown
Lists part numbers, descriptions, and quantities for the 756 model.
Repair Parts and Kits - 756
756 Cutterhead and Repair Kit
Identifies the 756 cutterhead assembly and the 756/757 repair kit.
756 Pivot Bolt Assembly
Lists the pivot bolt assembly for the 756 model.
Ratchet Mechanism Upgrade Kit
Upgrade Kit for 756
Details the ratchet mechanism upgrade kit for 756 cutters without a serial code.
Parts List - 757 Model
757 Component Breakdown
Lists part numbers, descriptions, and quantities for the 757 model.
Repair Parts and Kits - 757
757 Cutterhead and Repair Kit
Identifies the 757 cutterhead assembly and the 756/757 repair kit.
757 Pivot Bolt Assembly
Lists the pivot bolt assembly for the 757 model.
Ratchet Mechanism Upgrade Kit
Upgrade Kit for 757
Details the ratchet mechanism upgrade kit for 757 cutters without a serial code.

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