Greenlee 555RSC User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
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555C
Electric Bender Classic
Shown with optional
1/2" to 2" rigid
single-shoe group
Serial Codes AFB and ADE

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Table of Contents
Description .................................................................... 2
Safety ............................................................................ 2
Purpose of this Manual ................................................. 2
Important Safety Information .....................................3–4
Grounding Instructions.................................................. 5
Identication.................................................................. 6
Specications................................................................ 6
Bending Attachment Groups......................................7–8
Setup ........................................................................9–10
Operation................................................................11–13
Illustrated Bending Glossary ....................................... 14
Bending Instructions ..............................................15–16
Additional Bending Instructions .............................17–19
Additional Bending Tables......................................20–26
Handle Removal and Replacement............................. 27
Transportation ............................................................. 27
Maintenance................................................................ 28
Troubleshooting......................................................29–31
Illustrations and Parts Lists ....................................32–34
Schematic Diagram..................................................... 35
Control Assembly ........................................................ 36
Bending Shoes and Roller Supports......................37–43
Description
The Greenlee 555C Electric Bender Classic is intended
to bend 1/2" to 2" conduit and pipe.
Bending shoe groups are available to accommodate the
following types:
• Electrical Metallic Tubing
• Intermediate Metallic Conduit
• Rigid Conduit
• PVC-Coated Rigid Conduit
• Schedule 40 Pipe
The shoe groups are shown in the “Bending Attachment
Groups” section of this manual.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Greenlee tools and equipment. This instruction 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.
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the
following Greenlee tool:
555C Electric Bender Classic
Serial Codes AFB and ADE
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!
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555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY
ALERT
SYMBOL
This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards
or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or
property damage. The signal word, dened below,
indicates the severity of the hazard. The message
after the signal word provides information for pre-
venting or avoiding the hazard.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result
in severe injury or death.
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in
severe injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided,
MAY result in injury or property damage.
Read and understand all of the
instructions and safety information
in this manual before operating or
servicing this tool.
Failure to observe this warning will
result in severe injury or death.
Do not use this tool in a hazardous
environment. Hazards include am-
mable liquids, gases, or other materi-
als. Using this tool in a hazardous
environment can result in a re or
explosion.
Failure to observe this warning will
result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Connect the power cord to a
120 volt, 20 amp receptacle on a
ground fault protected circuit only.
See “Grounding Instructions.”
• Do not modify the power cord or
plug.
• Inspect the power cord before
use. Repair or replace the cord if
damaged.
• Disconnect from power before
servicing.
Failure to observe these warnings
could result in severe injury or death.
• Do not expose to rain.
• Do not use in wet or damp
locations.
Failure to observe these warnings
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 ying
debris.
Do not remove guards.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Extension cords:
• Use only three-wire, 12-gauge
extension cords that have three-
prong grounding-type plugs and
three-hole receptacles that accept
the tool’s plug.
• Do not use extension cords that are
longer than 30 m (100').
• Repair or replace damaged exten-
sion cords.
Failure to observe these warnings
could result in severe injury or death.
Make sure that the handle is properly installed and
secured with the safety spring clips and snap pins
before lifting or moving the bender. An improperly
installed handle could allow the bender to fall, injuring
nearby personnel.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or death.
Pinch points:
Keep hands away from bending shoe,
rollers and conduit when bender is in
use.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Unplug the bender before changing accessories.
Accidental start-up could result in serious injury.
Do not use as a step or ladder.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in injury or property
damage.
• Conduit moves rapidly as it is bent. The path of
the conduit must be clear of obstructions. Be sure
clearance is adequate before starting the bend.
• Do not operate the bender while wearing loose
clothing. Loose clothing can get caught in moving
parts.
• Inspect the bender before use. Replace worn,
damaged or missing parts with Greenlee replace-
ment parts. A damaged or improperly assembled
component could break and strike nearby personnel.
• Some bender parts and accessories are heavy
and may require more than one person to lift and
assemble.
• Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended
purpose only. Use other than that which is
instructed in this manual can result in injury or prop-
erty damage.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in
injury or property damage.
Note: Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace
when necessary.

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Grounding Instructions
This tool must be grounded. In the event of a malfunc-
tion or breakdown, an electrical ground provides a path
of least resistance for the electric current. This path of
least resistance is intended to reduce the risk of electric
shock.
This tool’s electric cord has a grounding conductor and
a grounding plug as shown. Do not modify the plug.
Connect the plug to a corresponding GFCI-protected
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all national and local codes and
ordinances.
Do not use an adapter.
NEMA L5-20 Twist-Lock
20 Amp/120 Volt
Plug and Receptacle
ReceptaclePlug
Electric shock hazard:
• Do not modify the plug provided
with the tool.
• Connect this tool to a grounded
receptacle on a 20 amp ground
fault protected circuit.
Failure to observe these warnings
could result in severe injury or death.

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Specifications
Height .....................................................................................................1118 mm (44")
Width .....................................................................................................724 mm (28.5")
Depth.....................................................................................................521 mm (20.5")
Mass/Weight (bender without shoes or roller supports).........................118 kg (260 lb)
Power Supply .................................................................................... 120 VAC, 20 amp
GFCI-protected receptacle
Operating Conditions
Temperature .......................................................... –20 °C to 49 °C (–5 °F to 120 °F)
Relative Humidity ........................................................................................0 to 98%
Capacity .............................................................. 1/2" to 2" conduit, schedule 40 pipe
Identification
555RC Electric Bender (shown)
1. Handle
2. Pendant
3. Protractor
4. Main Shaft
5. Bending Shoe
6. 1-1/2" to 2" Roller Support
7. 1/2" to 1-1/4" Roller Support
(in storage position)
8. Bending Instructions Decal
9. Circuit Breaker (ON/OFF switch)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
8

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Bending Attachment Groups
RIGID SINGLE SHOE
EMT SINGLE SHOE
IMC SINGLE SHOE
PVC-COATED RIGID SINGLE SHOE
28008: 1/2" to 2" Rigid
1/2" to 1-1/4" IMC
1/2" to 2" Schedule 40 Pipe
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 02548 Bending shoe for 1/2" to 2"
2 02549 Roller support unit for 1/2" to 2"
23818 Storage box
23803: 1/2" to 2" EMT
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 02543 Bending shoe for 1/2" to 2"
2 02544 Roller support unit for 1/2" to 2"
23818 Storage box
12586: 1/2" to 2" 40 Mil PVC-Coated Rigid
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 02553 Bending shoe for 1/2" to 2"
2 02554 Roller support unit for 1/2" to 2"
23818 Storage box
1
2
1
2
1
2
01323: 1/2" to 2" IMC
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 01323 Roller support assembly
Note: 02548 rigid/IMC shoe is required to use the
01323 roller support on the 555C bender.
1
Shoe
not included

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Bending Attachment Groups (cont’d)
RIGID
EMT
IMC
PVC-COATED RIGID
28007: 1/2" to 1-1/4" IMC
1/2" to 2" Rigid Steel
1/2" to 2" Schedule 40 Pipe
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 00571 Bending shoe for 1/2" to 1-1/4"
2 00936 Roller support unit for 1/2" to 1-1/4"
3 17937 Bending shoe for 1-1/2" to 2"
4 17984 Roller support unit for 1-1/2" to 2"
23802: 1/2" to 2" EMT
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 17944 Bending shoe for 1/2" to 1-1/4"
2 17986 Roller support unit for 1/2" to 1-1/4"
3 23499 Bending shoe for 1-1/2"
4 23505 Bending shoe for 2"
5 23541 Roller support unit for 1-1/2" to 2"
23818 Storage box
26330: 1-1/2" to 2" IMC
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 25263 Bending shoe for 1-1/2"
2 25268 Bending shoe for 2"
3 25273 Roller support unit for 1-1/2" to 2"
23818 Storage box
37279: 1-1/2" to 2" 40 Mil PVC-Coated Rigid
UPC No.
Key 78-3310- Description
1 00573 Bending shoe for 1/2" to 1-1/4"
2 00946 Roller support unit for 1/2" to 1-1/4"
3 37281 Bending shoe for 1-1/2" to 2"
4 37282 Roller support unit for 1-1/2" to 2"
23818 Storage box
1
3 4
2
12
3
21 3
4
5
1
3 4
2

555C Electric Bender Classic
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Setup
Wear eye protection when operating
or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris.
Unplug the bender before changing accessories.
Accidental start-up could result in serious injury.
1. Slide the appropriate bending shoe onto the shaft
of the main sprocket, as shown. Align the four drive
studs on the back of the shoe with the four holes in
the main sprocket.
Note: 1-1/2" and 2" EMT and IMC single-groove
bending shoes have only three drive studs.
Installing a Bending Shoe
2. Mount the appropriate support unit onto the leg of
the bender and install the hinge pin, as shown.
Install pin.
Roller Support Unit Installed

555C Electric Bender Classic
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Setup (cont’d)
Install pin.
Leveling Screw
Trap Plate
Hex Head Screws
3.06"
(77.7 mm)
IMC Single-Shoe Roller Support Unit Installed
Note: The IMC single-shoe roller support has a
trap plate that may require adjustment to properly
fit around the leg of the bender. Verify that the trap
plate is 3.06" (77.7 mm) below the leveling screws.
If necessary, loosen the two hex head screws and
adjust the distance. Retighten the screws.
3. Mark the conduit. See the decals on the bender or
the “Additional Bending Instructions” section of this
manual.
4. Place the bender in either the vertical or horizontal
bending position.