Greenlee HK06AT User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HK06AT
Hydraulic
Crimping Tool
99930897 IM 1368 REV 710/19
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
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HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Description
The HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool is a hand-held,
self-contained, dieless crimping tool intended to crimp
aluminum and copper connectors onto electrical cable.
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 all personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the
following Greenlee tool:
HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge at www.greenlee.com.
All specifications are nominal and may change as design
improvements occur. Greenlee Tools, Inc. shall not be liable for
damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Blackburn is a registered trademark of Thomas & Betts.
Tellus is a registered trademark of Shell Oil Company.
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Table of Contents
Description .................................................................... 2
Safety ............................................................................ 2
Purpose of this Manual ................................................. 2
Important Safety Information .....................................3–4
Identication.................................................................. 5
Specications................................................................ 5
Operation....................................................................... 6
Connector Selection...................................................... 7
Periodic Pressure Relief Valve Check............................ 7
Illustrations and Parts List ........................................8–12

HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
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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 could
result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit on or near energized electri-
cal lines, use proper personal protec-
tive equipment.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Wear eye protection when operating
this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris or hydraulic oil.
Skin injection hazard:
• Do not use hands to check for
leaks.
•Depressurize the hydraulic system
before servicing.
Oil under pressure easily punctures
skin causing serious injury, gan-
grene, or death. If you are injured by
escaping oil, seek medical attention
immediately.

HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
An incomplete crimp can cause a re.
• Use proper connector and cable combinations.
Improper combinations can result in an incomplete
crimp.
•The handle load will drop suddenly to indicate a
completed crimp. If the handle load does not drop
suddenly, the crimp is not complete.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
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.
• This tool is intended for two-handed operation.
Maintain a rm grip on both handles during opera-
tion. Using this tool in any other manner can result
in injury or property damage.
•Do not operate the tool without a connector in
place. Damage to the ram or crimping tool head
can result.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury and property damage.
Note: Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace
when necessary.

HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
Greenlee Tools, Inc. 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Identification
Specifications
Crimping Tool
Length ............................................................................................. 552 mm (21.75")
Width...................................................................................................191 mm (7.5")
Height.................................................................................................63.5 mm (2.5")
Mass/Weight ...........................................................................................4.5 kg (9 lb)
Hydraulic Oil.................................................. 150 ml (0.3 pints) of Shell Tellus®T15
Crimping Capacities
Crimping Range .......................................................................#4 AWG to 500 kcmil
Crimping Force................................................................................ 55 kN (6.2 tons)
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HK06AT
1. Crimping Head
2. Handle Lock
3. Release Lever
4. Pump Body

HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
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Operation
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit on or near energized electri-
cal lines, use proper personal protec-
tive equipment.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Wear eye protection when operating
this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris or hydraulic oil.
Skin injection hazard:
• Do not use hands to check for
leaks.
•Depressurize the hydraulic system
before servicing.
Oil under pressure easily punctures
skin causing serious injury, gan-
grene, or death. If you are injured by
escaping oil, seek medical attention
immediately.
An incomplete crimp can cause a re.
• Use proper connector and cable combinations.
Improper combinations can result in an incomplete
crimp.
•The handle load will drop suddenly to indicate a
completed crimp. If the handle load does not drop
suddenly, the crimp is not complete.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
1. Follow the lug manufacturer’s instructions for appro-
priate cable strip length and surface preparation.
2. Insert cable fully into connector. Center the
connector between the nibs.
RIGHT
WRONG
Small connectors may become
wedged between the nibs of the tool.
Center the connector between the
four nibs before crimping.
Failure to observe this precaution
may cause property damage.
CRIMPING DIRECTION
1ST COMPRESSION
CRIMPING DIRECTION
SIDE A
CRIMPING DIRECTION
SIDE B
1ST COMPRESSION
SIDE A
1ST COMPRESSION
SIDE B
3. Using the sequence illustrated here, pump the
handles to advance the nibs. Continue to pump until
the pressure relief valve activates.
Note: Pressure relief occurs at approximately
55 kN (6.2 tons) and is indicated by an audible
“pop”.
4. After achieving pressure relief, the ram automatically
returns to the start position and the nibs retract.
5. Complete the number of crimps specied by the
connector manufacturer.

HK06AT Hydraulic Crimping Tool
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Periodic Pressure Relief Valve Check
Test the crimping tool periodically to ensure that the
pressure relief valve activates at the proper pressure.
Testing the Crimping Tool
1. Center a test slug between the nibs.
2. Pump the handle to advance the nibs. Continue
pumping until the pressure relief valve activates.
3. After achieving pressure relief, the ram automatically
returns to the start position and the nibs retract.
4. Evaluate the test slug as follows:
• If the test slug does not t into GO slot, the pres-
sure relief valve is set too high. Send the crimping
tool to an authorized Greenlee service center.
• If the test slug ts into the GO slot, the pressure
relief valve is set correctly.
• If the test slug ts into the NO GO slot, the pres-
sure relief valve is set too low. Send the crimping
tool to an authorized Greenlee service center.
GO
NO GO
Connector Selection
Tool Range: Copper — 4 AWG to 500 kcmil (except as noted ∆)
This tool is cUL and UL classified for use with the following connector brands:
CONNECTOR
TYPE
BARREL
TYPE ANDERSON BLACKBURN®BURNDY ILSCO PANDUIT T&B PENN-
UNION
NO. OF
CRIMPS*
Copper
Splices
Short VHSS CSP YS-L CT SCSS/SCS 54506–54518 BCU
4 to 4/0 AWG:
1 crimp
250 to
500kcmil:
2 crimps
Long VHS CU YS CTL SCL/SCH 54806–54818 BBCU
Copper
Lugs
Short VHCS CTL-2/CTL YA-2LN/YA-L/YA-2L
YA/YA-L-TC/YA-L-2TC
CSW
∆
CRA/CRB
LCAS/LCA
LCD
54106–54118
54206–54286 BLU
Long VHCL CTL-L/LCN YA-2N
CLN, CLW
∆
CRA-L/CRB-L
CRA-2L/CRB-2L
LCB/LCC 54906BE–54919BE
54854BE–54876BE BBLU
*Use the number of crimps listed in the last column instead of
the number provided with the connector.
∆
ILSCO Capacity: 4 AWG to 250 kcmil

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