EK6IDL Battery-powered Dieless Crimping Tool
Greenlee / A Textron Company
4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Operation
Inspect tool before use. Replace any worn or
damaged parts. A damaged or improperly assembled
tool can break and strike nearby personnel.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When
using 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.
Pinch points:
• Remove battery before changing
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.
• Do not use this tool for continuous use. After 30 to
40 cycles, allow the tool to cool for 15 minutes.
• Do not secure this tool in a vise. This tool is
designed for hand-held operation.
• This tool may be used in damp or wet environ-
ments; however, air-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)
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 equipped with a special circuit board incor-
porating several important features to inform the user
about the current status of the unit. The LED signals in
the following cases:
What happens
Signal
What it means
Flashing light for 2 seconds
Battery is inserted in tool
Constant light for 20 seconds
at end of cycle
Battery charge is below
17 V at beginning of cycle
Tool will
not
start, and
constant light for 20 seconds
when trigger is released
Battery charge is below
16 V at beginning of cycle
Tool will stop, and constant
light for 20 seconds after
trigger is released
Battery voltage drops
below 13 V during cycle
Tool will stop, and flashing
light for 20 seconds when
trigger is released
Motor current exceeds
20 A during cycle
Circuit has become too hot
Pressure Sensor
This tool is equipped with a pressure sensor that alerts
the user of an incomplete crimp.
• If the tool is manually retracted before completion of a
crimp, the red LED and an audible beep will be active
for 2 seconds.
• If the tool is unable to reach the required crimp force,
the red LED, work light, and an audible beep will pulse
until after the trigger is released.
