background image

Greenlee / A Textron Company

4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070

2

EK622LX Battery-powered Crimping Tool

Description

The EK622LX Battery-powered, High-speed Crimping 

Tool is a hand-held, self-contained crimping tool 

 intended to crimp copper and aluminum cable with  

KC22-type, KA22-type, and W-type dies.
The tool has a Bluetooth

®

 connectivity and an LCD 

screen. 
The tool is protected by U.S. Patent No. 6,276,186, 

6,401,515, 6,718,870, 7,086,979, and 7,254,982.

 

Model X-EK622LX—FCC ID: 2AGL2X; IC ID: 20646X

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and 

with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). 

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 

(2) this device must accept any interference received, 

including interference that may cause undesired 

operation

Note: Change or modifications made to this equipment 

not expressly approved by Greenlee may void the FCC 

authorization to operate this equipment.

Safety

Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of 

Greenlee tools and equipment. This 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.

Note: For body worn operation, this device has been 

tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for 

an uncontrolled environment. The maximum reported 

SAR value is 0.08 mW/g

Purpose of this Manual

This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with  

the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the 

following Greenlee tool:
•  EK622LX Battery-powered Crimping Tool
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request  

at no charge at www.greenlee.com.

Do not discard this product or throw away!

  

For recycling information, go to www.greenlee.com.

KEEP THIS MANUAL

Table of Contents

Description ..................................................................... 2
Safety ............................................................................. 2
Purpose of this Manual .................................................. 2
Important Safety Information ..................................... 3–4
Identification ................................................................... 5
Specifications ................................................................. 5
Operation .................................................................... 6–7
Die and Connector Selection ......................................... 8
LCD Screen .................................................................... 9
Maintenance ................................................................. 10
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 11

All specifications are nominal and may change as design 

improvements occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for 

damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
GATOR is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Blackburn is a registered trademark of Thomas & Betts.

Summary of Contents for Greenlee EK622LX

Page 1: ...nlee Textron Inc 3 17 Serial Number 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 EK622LX GATOR Battery powered Crimping Tool ...

Page 2: ...information for avoiding hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this tool Observe all of the safety information provided Note For body worn operation this device has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment The maximum reported SAR value is 0 08 mW g Purpose of this Manual This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with the safe ope...

Page 3: ...ure to observe this warning 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 or hydraulic oil Skin injection hazard Do not use hands to check for oil leaks Oil under pressure easily punc tures skin If injured seek medical attention immediately to remove oil Failure t...

Page 4: ...tended purpose only Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage 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 bat teries are immersed contact your service center for proper handling Do not place the battery into a pocket tool pouch or tool box with conductive...

Page 5: ...kN Hydraulic Oil 52057878 biodegradable hydraulic fluid Recommended Operating Temperature Range 5 F to 122 F 15 C to 50 C Crimping Capacities Maximum Cable Size Copper 600 kcmil Aluminum 350 kcmil Battery Charger Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger 1 Die Release Buttons 2 Locking Flange 3 W type Die Detents 4 Retract Button 5 LCD Screen 6 Battery Cartridge 7 LED Indicator red 8...

Page 6: ...drying is recommended before use if the tool becomes soaked Damage may result when the tool is operated prior to thorough drying when electrical components are soaked Use this tool for the manufacturer s intended purpose only Failure to observe these precautions may result in injury or property damage Charging the Battery Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger LED Work Light white...

Page 7: ...aring Cable Follow the lug manufacturer s instructions for appropri ate cable strip length Crimping Direction evenly spaced First Compression Crimping Direction SIDE A evenly spaced Crimping Direction SIDE B evenly spaced First Compression SIDE A First Compression SIDE B Crimping Cable 1 Press the locking flange and open the crimping head 2 Insert the properly assembled connector into the crimping...

Page 8: ...KC22 300 03089 300 kcmil White KC22 350 03090 350 kcmil Red KC22 400 03091 400 kcmil Blue KC22 500 03092 500 kcmil Brown KC22 600 03093 600 kcmil Green Connector Selection Tool Range Copper 8 AWG to 600 kcmil Dual rated Aluminum 8 AWG to 350 kcmil When used with KC22 type dies this tool is cUL and UL classified for use with the following connector brands Connector Type Barrel Type Anderson Blackbu...

Page 9: ...attery empty tool won t run 10 Real time clock battery low 11 Tool deactivated 12 Service necessary 13 Real time clock not found 14 Bluetooth unit not found 15 16 Pressure sensor not found 17 Burst pressure exceeded 18 Battery temperature too low If there is no error code cycle through the various displays using the left and right buttons on either side of the screen There are seven displays in to...

Page 10: ... the crimp ing tool head when crimping Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death Relief valve adjustments must be done by an authorized service center Daily Before use 1 Inspect the tool for wear or damage such as cracks gouges or chips 2 Inspect the tool for damage or leaks 3 Inspect the rotation of the head assembly Fully retract the ram The head should rotate no m...

Page 11: ...ice at 800 435 0786 for warranty service or repair Air in hydraulic system Pull trigger and hold retract button simultane ously Run for approximately 10 seconds and then attempt to crimp If unsuccessful rcontact Greenlee customer service at 800 435 0786 for warranty service or repair Cold oil Pull trigger and hold retract button simultaneously to warm oil Store tool in warm area LED glows for 20 s...

Page 12: ...88 USA 815 397 7070 An ISO 9001 Company Greenlee Textron Inc is a subsidiary of Textron Inc USA Tel 800 435 0786 Fax 800 451 2632 Canada Tel 800 435 0786 Fax 800 524 2853 International Tel 1 815 397 7070 Fax 1 815 397 9247 www greenlee com ...

Reviews: