Instruction Manual
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Hydraulic Cable Cutter – HCCS3500
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Tool plunger must be advanced before performing blade replacement. After advancing plunger, disconnect power to pump
(if electric, air or engine driven) to prevent accidental pump start-up and possible serious injury. Perform all other
maintenance operations with all pressure relieved (0 psi/bar) and hose disconnected from tool.
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Do not exceed equipment ratings. Use gauges or appropriate indicator devices to be aware of the working pressure.
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After operation, clean the tool and store it in a clean, dry and secure location.
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When using a powered pump, make sure that the valve is set to the neutral position before connecting the tool.
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Ensure that the pump reservoir is full. Always check oil level with cutter blade fully retracted.
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Ensure that heavy or sharp objects are positioned away from the hoses.
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When working with wire rope, fraying may occur during the cutting operation. To help prevent this, bind the wire rope on
both sides of the cutting blade with tape or wire.
2.
TECHNICAL DATA
MODEL
HCCS3500
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
Imperial
Metric
Capacity
12.2 Ton
109 kN
Pressure
10,150 psi
700 bar
Weight
22.0 lb
10 kg
Length
✝
21.1 in
535 mm
Width
✝
5.7 in
146 mm
Height
✝
3.1 in
80 mm
Max Jaw Opening
✝
3.6 in
92 mm
CUTTING CAPACITIES*
Wire Rope
Steel
Not Recommended
Aluminum
1.37 in
35 mm
Cable
Telephone
3.54 in
90 mm
Lead
3.54 in
90 mm
Underground
3.54 in
90 mm
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Due to rounding, the dimensions listed in this chart may be slightly different than the
dimensions shown in the diagrams in Section 6.
*Maximum diameter material that can be cut.
3.
OPERATION
1.
Connect the cable cutter coupler to the hose coupler. Firmly tighten the couplers to prevent restricted oil flow.
2.
On vented pumps, be sure that vent/fill cap (if equipped) is in the “VENT” position to allow proper pump functioning.
3.
Close the pump release valve.
4.
Remove the air trapped in the hydraulic circuit by operating the pump and fully advancing and retracting the cutter blade
several times. Open the pump release valve to retract the blade.
5.
Remove the retaining pin (attached to chain) and open the cutting head.
6.
Place the material to be cut inside the cutting head. Then, close the cutting head and secure it with the retaining pin. Make
sure the retaining pin is fully installed.
7.
Operate the pump and advance the blade. Continue advancing the blade until the material is fully cut.
8.
After cutting is completed, retract the blade back by opening the pump release valve. Open the head and remove all traces
of material before making another cut.
Keep the tool away from flames and heat, such as during welding.
