Burndy HYTOOL MR15 Installation and operation manual
For information, contact:
BURNDY® TOOL SERVICE CENTER
150 BURNDY Road
Attn.: Tool Repair Center
Littleton, NH 03561
Telephone: 800-426-8720
WARRANTY
The BURNDY® MR15, 18, 20 is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of 5 years, except in the case of abuse or modication.
Any BURNDY® MR 15, 18, 20 found to be defective in material or workmanship and returned
to the FCI Tool Service Center within 5 years of shipment will be repaired or the tool will be
replaced free of charge at the option of the BURNDY® Tool Service Center.
After 5 years, units will be repaired and billing will be based on a sliding scale according to
how long the unit has been in service.
Any BURNDY® MR15, 18, 20 returned for repair must be shipped prepaid to the BURNDY® Tool
Service Center, 150 BURNDY Road, Littleton, New Hampshire, USA 03561. On your packaging
slip indicate the nature of the repair required (or describe the problem) and the number of
the purchase order requesting service. Please provide a contact name and phone number
in the event we need to call you regarding the repair or service.
BURNDY®, herein after referred to as BURNDY®, disclaims all other warranties, expressed
or implied, including without limitation the warranties of merchantability and tness for a
particular purpose.
Only crimp dies and accessories designed and manufactured by BURNDY® are recommended
for use with the BURNDY® MR 15, 18, 20. Use of non-BURNDY®, non-conforming products
with this tool shall be deemed abuse and will void the warranty.
BURNDY® will not under any circumstances be liable for the cost of removal or reinstallation
of goods or the cost of disassembly or reassembly of equipment in connection therewith,
or for the loss of the use of the Buyer’s equipment or facilities, or for the loss of business or
good will or prots, or for the cost of inspection or storage, or for any incidental or conse-
quential damages of any nature or description whatever which may arise from BURNDY®
sale of goods to Buyer.
2010 BURNDY LLC
SAFETY
OPERATING &
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
HYTOOLTM
MECHANICAL
RATCHET TOOL
CAT # MR15, 18, 20
Item #10026153
Reorder Form MROMI Rev. D
SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 8.75 in (254 mm)
Width: 3 in (19 mm)
Weight: 1 1/4 lb (.6 kg)
Recommended handle force: 15 to 35 lbs
SERVICE
Other than the maintenance tasks described above, these tools are NOT user serviceable. Com-
plete disassembly of the tool is not recommended. Should service be required, return the tool
to the BURNDY® Tool Service Center or an BURNDY® authorized tool repair center.
Call 1-800-426-8720 for additional information.
DESCRIPTION
The BURNDY® MR 15-18-20 HYTOOLTM incorporates a full cycle ratchet mechanism that provides a
complete, positive crimp each time. Once started the ratchet mechanism does not allow the handles
to be opened until after the full ratcheting cycle is completed, unless the user actuates the emergency
release lever. This provides for a completed crimp before a connector can be removed from the tool.
OPERATION
1. Open the tool. Place the terminal into the correct die nest.
2. Partially close the tool until the terminal is held in place.
3. Insert the wire into the terminal.
4. Close the tool until the ratchet releases.
MAINTENANCE
The service life of a tool can be greatly improved with proper care and maintenance. To extend
the life of your BURNDY® MR mechanical crimp tool keep it clean and well lubricated. Inspect
the tool prior to, and after each use for dirt, grease, oil, oxide inhibitors (PenetroxTM), and other
foreign materials. Should any of these exist, clean the tool using a high quality solvent type
cleaner. After each cleaning, wipe the tool dry and lubricate with a high grade silicone spray.
SAFETY FIRST
The information provided in this manual is essential for the safe handling, operation,
and maintenance of BURNDY® hand tools. The operator must read, understand,
and follow these instructions and ALL safety warnings and labels before operating
this tool. Only use this tool in accordance with the manufacturer’s specications.
Other use of this tool may lead to serious personal injury or death.
Tools are NOT insulated for use on or near energized conductors. Use of these tools
near energized conductors may lead to electrical shock, causing severe injury or death. Do NOT use
these tools near energized conductors without adequately insulating operator and surroundings.
Pinch point hazard. Tool jaws move at high force and can cause severe personal injury. To avoid
personal injury, keep all body parts away from moving parts of the tool during
operation.
Use all appropriate personal safety equipment when handling, operating, and
servicing this tool, including but not limited to eye protection and gloves.
HOW TO ADJUST
It is sometimes necessary to adjust the crimp force.
1. Remove the allen key bolt from the eccentric axle.
2. Lift o the toothed lock washer.
3. Turn the axle in the proper direction to loosen or tighten tool adjustment. Maximum
tightness is accomplished when at surface of axle faces the locking tooth.
4. Replace lock washer and bolt.
5. Check preload against recommended handle force.
TOOL IDENTIFICATION
The MR15-18-20 have common tool frames with dierent die sets for each tool. To identify your tool,
look at the tip of the jaws for the individual catalog numbers shown on the individual die.
MRTOOLKIT:
If you purchased an MRTOOLKIT follow these instructions when changing dies. The nest portion of the
die set is always installed in the top xed side of the tool jaw with the catalog number facing outward.
The indentor portion is always installed on the bottom movable side of the tool jaw with the catalog
number facing out. To ensure proper die installation, look at the front angled edge of the die set and
make sure that the catalog numbers are visible.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
FEATURES BENEFITS
Color coded dies (MR 15 & 18 only) Allows easy groove identication
Compact narrow nose Allows work in conned areas
Comfort grip handles Helps reduce fatigue during common use
Emergency release mechanism Allows tool to be removed from connector
5 Year warranty Assures dependable operation and long life
UL Listed Use with Burndy® connectors
Fully ratcheted tool Assures properly crimped connectors
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