Greenlee 773 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
99947285 REV 5 © 2007 Greenlee Textron Inc. 2/07
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
773 and 774
Ratchet Cable Cutters

773 and 774 Ratchet Cable Cutters
Greenlee / A Textron Company 24455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
Description ..................................................................... 2
Purpose of this Manual .................................................. 2
Important Safety Instructions ......................................3-4
Identication................................................................... 5
Specications................................................................. 5
Operation........................................................................ 6
Maintenance
General..................................................................... 7
Cleaning the cutter................................................... 7
Lubricating the cutter............................................... 7
Disassembly ................................................................... 8
Assembly...................................................................9-11
Illustration..................................................................... 12
Parts List .................................................................13-14
Table of Contents
Description
Greenlee 773 and 774 Ratchet Cable Cutters are
non-insulated cutting tools intended for use on copper
and standard aluminum electrical cable. The 773 will
accommodate up to 500 Kcmil copper or 795 Kcmil
aluminum cable. The 774 will cut up to 750 Kcmil
copper or 795 Kcmil aluminum cable.
Both cable cutters ratchet and are equipped with ber-
glass handles and rubber grips to limit operator fatigue.
They are not intended for use on ACSR (aluminum
cable, steel-reinforced) cable.
The Greenlee 773 and 774 Ratchet Cable Cutters are
protected by U.S. Patent No. 6,766,581.
Purpose of this Manual
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize
personnel with the safe operation and maintenance
procedures for the Greenlee 773 and 774 Cable Cutters.
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request
at no charge at www.greenlee.com.
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.
KEEP THIS MANUAL
All specications are nominal and may change as design improve-
ments occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for damages
resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Molykote is a registered trademark of Dow Corning Corporation.
Loctite is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation.
Safety

773 and 774 Ratchet Cable Cutters
Greenlee / A Textron Company 34455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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.
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 infor-
mation for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided,
MAY result in injury or property damage.
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in
severe injury or death.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL
result in severe injury or death.
SAFETY
ALERT
SYMBOL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

773 and 774 Ratchet Cable Cutters
Greenlee / A Textron Company 44455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• This tool is intended for two-handed operation.
Maintain a rm grip on both handles during
operation.
• Do not cut ACSR or steel.
• Do not exceed the rated capacity of this tool.
• Inspect before use. Replace any worn or
damaged parts.
• Do not perform any service or maintenance other
than as described in this manual.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
Pinch points:
Keep hands away from moving
parts.
Wear eye protection when using this
tool. Failure to wear eye protection
could result in serious eye injury
from ying debris.
Keep hands away from closing
blades.
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. Do not use
this tool near energized electrical
lines.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.

773 and 774 Ratchet Cable Cutters
Greenlee / A Textron Company 54455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
Specifications
773 774
Mass/Weight........................................................................................ 2.4 kg (5.3 lb) .............................. 2.6 kg (5.8 lb)
Length................................................................................................394 mm (15.5")..........................486 mm (19.125")
Width
at blades ..................................................................................127 mm (5.0") ...............................127 mm (5.0")
at handles ..............................................................................132 mm (5.19") ..................................152 mm (6")
Thickness ............................................................................................68.5 mm (2.7")...............................68.5 mm (2.7")
Jaw opening (minimum) .....................................................................30 mm (1.188")..............................30 mm (1.188")
Handle force at Maximum Copper Capacity...........................................289 N (65 lb)..................................267 N (60 lb)
Maximum-Rated Capacity
Copper (600-Volt Building Wire) ................................................ 240 mm2(500 Kcmil)..................... 400 mm2(750 Kcmil)
Aluminum (600-Volt Building Wire)............................................ 400 mm2(795 Kcmil)..................... 400 mm2(795 Kcmil)
Communications Cable ............................................................. 30 mm (1.188") O.D...................... 30 mm (1.188") O.D.
Frequent Use
Copper (600-Volt Building Wire) ................................................ 150 mm2(350 Kcmil)..................... 240 mm2(500 Kcmil)
Aluminum (600-Volt Building Wire)............................................ 400 mm2(750 Kcmil)..................... 400 mm2(750 Kcmil)
Communications Cable ............................................................. 30 mm (1.188") O.D...................... 30 mm (1.188") O.D.
Identification
Stationary
blade
Movable
blade
Speed
Pawl
Link
Movable
handle
Grips
Stationary
handle
Release
knob