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• Never apply more hydraulic pressure to any tool,
hose, fitting or accessory than the maximum
allowable pressure as stated in the manufacturer’s
specifications. The system operating pressure
must not exceed the pressure rating of the lowest
rated component in the system.
• Be sure the operator has completed safety induction
training, specific to the work surroundings. The
operator should be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the tool.
• The operator must be of at least the minimum age
required by applicable local regulations, laws and
the facility standard operating procedures.
• Do not abuse or overstress the hoses in any way.
Do not bend the hoses excessively.
• Take every precaution to prevent oil leaks from
occurring. High pressure oil leaks can penetrate
the skin, resulting in serious injury.
• Never strike the tool while it is pressurized or under
load. Components under tension may become
dislodged, allowing them to become dangerous
projectiles. Uncontrolled release of pressurized
hydraulic oil could also occur.
• Avoid striking the tool at any time, even when it
is not pressurized or under load. Striking the
tool could cause permanent damage to wrench
components and may affect the wrench calibration.
• Use only a high quality non-flammable solvent for
cleaning and degreasing parts during wrench repair
procedures. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion,
do not use flammable solvents.
• Be sure to wear proper eye and hand protection
when using solvent. Always follow the solvent
manufacturer’s safety and use instructions and
any additional instructions included in the standard
operating procedures for your work-site. Be certain
there is adequate ventilation when using solvent.
Failure to observe and comply with the following
precautions could result in minor or moderate
personal injury. Property damage could also occur.
• Always carry the wrench by its housing. Never
carry the wrench using the positioning handle. The
handle could break and the wrench could drop
suddenly. The positioning handle is designed only
as an aid to help position the wrench on the bolt
or nut.
• Be sure that backup wrench (on the opposite
end of nut or bolt being tightened or loosened) is
secured so it cannot drop or become disengaged
during bolting procedures.
• Be sure that the hex socket size corresponds to the
size of the fastener being loosened or tightened.
Failure to observe this precaution can result in
the wrench becoming unstable and can lead to
catastrophic failure of the tool.
CAUTION
• Always position the wrench for maximum stability.
Use the positioning handle to properly position tool
during operation.
• Be sure reaction points are adequate for the forces
at work during operation of the tool.
• Be sure the reaction point is of a suitable shape. If
possible, use an adjacent nut or bolt as a reaction
point.
• When the hex socket is placed on the nut or bolt
a gap may exist between the reaction foot and
the reaction point. When the tool is operated the
reaction foot and point will make forceful contact.
Be sure the wrench is stable before applying
hydraulic pressure.
• Provide adequate support in vertical and inverted
applications.
• The torque required to loosen a nut is variable and
may exceed the torque capacity of the wrench.
Never operate the wrench at above 75 percent of
its rated maximum torque when loosening a nut or
bolt.
• Be sure to minimize torsional and bending stresses
in the wrench, the hex socket and any accessories.
• Bolt lubricants and anti-seize compounds will have
a rated coefficient of friction. Be sure to know the
coefficient of friction for the lubricant or anti-seize
compound that is being used. To ensure proper
tightening of nuts and bolts, always use this
coefficient of friction when calculating required
torque values.
Failure to observe and comply with the following
precautions could result in property damage and/or
void the product warranty.
• Never carry the wrench by its hoses.
• Always use Enerpac pumps and hoses.
• Always use Enerpac replacement parts.
• The maximum torque output of the wrench must
always exceed the torque required to loosen or
tighten the nut or bolt.
• Never operate the wrench with a hydraulic supply
connection to the advance side only as this may
damage the internal parts.
• In severe service conditions, be aware that the
wrench must be inspected, cleaned and lubricated
more frequently than normal.
• Check that the swivel post screws are tight prior
to use.
• If oil leakage is present from wrench, replace seals
as required before placing the wrench back into
service.
• If the wrench is dropped from a significant height,
have the tool inspected and checked for proper
operation before placing it back into service.
• Always follow the inspection and maintenance
instructions contained in this manual. Perform
maintenance and inspection activities at the
specified time intervals.