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EK210L Battery-powered Crimping Tool

Greenlee / A Textron Company

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

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Maintenance

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 

punctures skin. If injured, seek 

medical attention immediately to 

remove oil.
Failure to observe this warning 

could result in serious injury, gan-

grene, or death.

Do not use solvents or flammable 

liquids to clean the tool body. 

Solvents or flammable liquids could 

ignite and cause serious injury or 

property damage.

Pinch points:
•  Remove battery before changing 

dies, adapters, or jaws.

•  Keep hands away from 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 more 

than 360°. If damage is detected, send the tool to a 

Greenlee  Authorized Service Center for inspection.

After use:

1.  Use a damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the 

housing. Allow the housing to dry.

2.  Fully retract the ram. Place the tool in the carrying 

case and store in a cool, dry place.

3.  If necessary, recharge the batteries. Refer to the 

instructions supplied with the battery charger.

Monthly

1.  Thoroughly clean all surfaces.
2.  Check the oil level.

Annually or After 10,000 Crimps

1.  Replace the hydraulic oil.
2.  Send the tool to a Greenlee  Authorized Service 

Center for inspection.

Checking the Oil Level

1.  Remove the screws holding the housing cover 

together.

2.  Point the crimping head downward and remove the 

oil reservoir plug. Fill reservoir if necessary.

3.  Replace the oil plug and housing cover.

Summary of Contents for Greenlee GATOR EK210L

Page 1: ...wered Crimping Tool 52047664 REV 2 2011 Greenlee Textron Inc 2 11 Serialnummer 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 ...

Page 2: ...s Manual This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the following Greenlee tool EK210L 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 KEE...

Page 3: ...ing this unit on or near energized electrical lines use proper personal protective equipment Failure 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 pres...

Page 4: ...nents are soaked Use this tool for the manufacturer s intended 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 batteries are immersed contact your service center for proper handling Do not place the batte...

Page 5: ...th 4 50 114 3 mm Weight 3 3 lb 1 5 kg Crimping Force 1 5 tons 13 kN Hydraulic Oil 52057878 biodegradable hydraulic fluid Recommended Operating Temperature Range 5 F to 122 F 15 C to 50 C Battery Charger Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger 4 3 6 8 5 7 1 2 52047087 120 VAC corded adapter 52047088 230 VAC corded adapter 52049190 18 V 1 5 Ah lithium ion battery 52049189 18 V 3 0 Ah...

Page 6: ... 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 This LED automatically turns on when the trigger is pulled It remains on for 10 seconds after the trigger is released LED Indicator red This tool is equip...

Page 7: ...d the trigger down until the crimping tool achieves pressure relief which is accompanied by an audible pop 4 The crimping tool returns automatically 5 Position the crimping tool for next crimp Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the number of crimps as described in this manual Note If it is necessary to retract the ram before a crimp ing cycle is completed push the retract button Pushing the retract button w...

Page 8: ...th 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 more than 360 If damage is detected send the tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center for inspection After...

Page 9: ...old retract button simultaneously Run for approximately 10 seconds and then attempt to crimp If unsuccessful return tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center Cold oil Pull trigger and hold retract button simultaneously to warm oil Store tool in warm area Dies stop during operation Oil level low Return tool to a Greenlee Authorized Service Center Air in hydraulic system Pull trigger and hold ret...

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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 ...

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