Greenlee GATOR ETS12 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GATOR®ETS12
Single Use Lock Cutter
and Bolt Cutter
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
52033632 REV 1 © 2008 Greenlee Textron Inc. 2/08
Serialnummer

ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Description
The ETS12 Battery-powered Single Use Lock Cutter
and Bolt Cutter is a hand-held, self-contained cutting
tool intended to be used to cut bolts, steel rods, one-
time disposable locks, and sea container seals or similar
soft metal devices.
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:
ETS12 Battery-powered Single Use
Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge at www.greenlee.com.
All specications are nominal and may change as design
improvements occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for
damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
GATOR is a registered trademark of Greenlee Textron Inc.
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
Maintenance.................................................................. 7
Troubleshooting............................................................. 7
Illustrations .................................................................8–9
Parts List ..................................................................... 10

ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 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 could
result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit near energized electrical
lines, use proper personal protective
equipment.
Failure to observe this warning 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 or hydraulic oil.
Skin injection hazard:
Do not use hands to check for
oil leaks. High pressure oil easily
punctures skin causing serious
injury, gangrene, or death. If injured,
seek medical help immediately to
remove oil.
Do not use solvents or ammable
liquids to clean the cutting tool.
Solvents or ammable liquids could
ignite and cause serious injury or
property damage.

ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Pinch points:
Keep hands away from the cutting
head when cutting.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Do not dispose of batteries in a re. They will vent
fumes and may explode.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury from harmful fumes or burns from ying debris.
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.
Do not operate the tool without cutting blades.
Damage to the ram or cutting head can result.
Do not twist work piece or tool during cutting
operation. Blade failure could result.
This tool is not designed for continuous use. After
100 cutting cycles, allow the cutting tool to cool for
15 minutes.
Do not place the tool in a vise. The cutting tool is
designed for hand-held operation.
This tool may be used in damp or wet environ-
ments; however, we recommend air-drying the tool
before use if it becomes soaked.
Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended
purpose only.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
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Do not allow anything to contact the battery
terminals.
Do not immerse the batteries in liquid. Liquid may
create a short circuit and damage the battery. If
batteries are immersed, contact your service center
for proper handling.
Do not place the battery into a pocket, tool pouch,
or tool box with conductive objects. Conductive
objects may create a short circuit and damage the
battery.
Do not place a battery on moist ground or grass.
Moisture may create a short circuit and damage the
battery.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
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Do not store the battery at more than 60 °C
(140 °F). Damage to the battery can result.
Do not use another manufacturer’s charger. Other
manufacturers’ chargers may overcharge and
damage the battery.
Do not attempt to open the battery. It contains no
user-serviceable parts.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
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Do not perform any service or maintenance other than
as described in this manual. Injury or damage to the
tool may result.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury
and property damage.
Note: Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace
when necessary.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Identification
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Specifications
Cutting Tool
Length .............................................................................................. 14.5" (368 mm)
Width................................................................................................. 2-3/8" (60 mm)
Depth................................................................................................ 3-1/8" (80 mm)
Mass/Weight (with battery).................................................................. 4.1 lb (1.9 kg)
Sound Level ............................................................................. 70 dB (A) at 1 meter
Vibration ................................................................................................... < 2.5 m/s2
Hydraulic Oil.................................................................................. Shell Tellus®T 15
Cutting Capacity
Common Bolt .............................................................................................. 1/2" dia.
Grade 5 Bolt.............................................................................................. 7/16" dia.
Grade 8 Bolt.............................................................................................. 5/16" dia.
Threaded Rod ............................................................................................. 1/2" dia.
One-Time Disposable Lock......................................................... 4 AWG Alumoweld
Boa Lock ............................................................................................................BL-9
Grade 40 Rebar........................................................................................... 3/8" dia.
Steel Rod......................................................... 3/8" dia. (1/2" dia. using two cycles)
Ground Rod..................................................... 3/8" dia. (1/2" dia. using two cycles)
Copper and Aluminum Cable..................................................................... 2/0 AWG
ACSR...................................... 3/0 AWG Pigeon (4/0 AWG Penguin using two cuts)
Guy Strand .....................................................5/16" dia. (3/8" dia. using two cycles)
EHS Guy Strand........................................................................................ 5/16" dia.
Aircraft Cable ...............................................................................................1/4" dia.
Battery
Charging Voltage.............................................................................................. 9.6 V
Charging Time................................................................................................ 60 min
Not recommended for fine stranded cables.
1. Cutting Blades
2. Cutting Head
3. Retract Button
4. Battery Lock
5. Battery Cartridge
6. Trigger
7. LED Display

ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Operation
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit near energized electrical
lines, use proper personal protective
equipment.
Failure to observe this warning 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 or hydraulic oil.
Pinch points:
Keep hands away from the cutting
head when cutting.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Do not operate the tool without cutting blades.
Damage to the ram or cutting head can result.
Do not twist work piece or tool during cutting
operation. Blade failure could result.
This tool is not designed for continuous use. After
100 cutting cycles, allow the cutting tool to cool for
15 minutes.
Do not place the tool in a vise. The cutting tool is
designed for hand-held operation.
This tool may be used in damp or wet environ-
ments; however, we recommend air-drying the tool
before use if it becomes soaked.
Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended
purpose only.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
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Charging the Battery
Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger.
LED Display
This tool is equipped with a special circuit board incor-
porating several important features to inform the user
about the current status of the unit. The LED signals in
the following cases:
Signal Duration When it
occurs What it means
● ● a few seconds
of ashing
battery
insertion
self-check—O.K.
glowing for
20 seconds
after
cutting
battery discharged
● ● ● ashing for
20 seconds
(2 Hz)
after
cutting
time for inspection
and preventive
maintenance
●20 seconds
glowing
and ashing
intermittently
after
cutting
battery discharged—
time for inspection
and preventive
maintenance
Important Features of the ETS12
The hydraulic unit incorporates an automatic retrac-
tion, which returns the piston and moveable blade to
the starting position when the maximum cutting force
is achieved.
The unit is equipped with a special brake, which stops
the forward motion of the piston when the trigger is
released.
The cutting head of the ETS12 has been designed to
turn 360° around the longitudinal axis in order to gain
the best access to tight corners and other difcult
working areas.
Operating the Tool
1. Check cutting head to ensure the piston and move-
able blade are fully retracted. If necessary, pull the
retract slide in the direction of the arrow.
2. After positioning the wire/bolt between the open
cutting blades, actuate the trigger to start the
cutting cycle.
Note: Do not twist work piece or tool during cutting
operation. Blade failure could result.
Note: The cutting process can be interrupted at
any moment by releasing the trigger. By actuating
the retract slide, the piston and moveable blade will
return to the starting position.
3. After reaching the maximum operating pressure, the
piston and moveable blade will automatically return
to the starting position.
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ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Maintenance
Each Operating Day
Before use:
1. Inspect cutting blades for wear or damage such as
cracks, gouges, or chips.
2. Inspect the tool for damage or leaks. If damage is
detected, return the tool to an authorized Greenlee
service center for inspection.
Skin injection hazard:
Do not use hands to check for
oil leaks. High pressure oil easily
punctures skin causing serious
injury, gangrene, or death. If injured,
seek medical help immediately to
remove oil.
After use:
1. Wipe all tool surfaces clean with a damp cloth and
mild detergent.
Do not use solvents or ammable
liquids to clean the cutting tool.
Solvents or ammable liquids could
ignite and cause serious injury or
property damage.
2. Fully retract the ram. Place the tool in the carrying
case. Store in a cool, dry place.
3. Charge the battery.
Monthly
Thoroughly clean all surfaces.
Annually or After 10,000 Cuts
Return the tool to an authorized Greenlee service center
for inspection.
Problem Probable Cause Probable Remedy
Tool is inoperative. Dirt, contaminants, etc.,
in ram area of tool.
Clean tool.
Cutting tool battery contacts
damaged.
Reform contacts.
Tool components worn
or damaged.
Return tool to an authorized
Greenlee service center.
Ram stops during operation. Oil level is low. Return tool to an authorized
Greenlee service center.
Air in hydraulic system. Pull trigger and hold retract
button simultaneously. Hold for
approximately 10 seconds.
LED display glows continuously
for 20 seconds.
Battery charge low. Charge or replace battery.
Tool loses oil. Damaged internal seal. Return tool to an authorized
Greenlee service center.
Troubleshooting
Before You Begin
1. Make sure that the battery is charged. Recheck
the battery after several minutes to make sure the
battery is holding its charge.
2. Use a nonflammable contact cleaner or pencil
eraser to clean the electrical contacts on the battery
and cutting tool.
3. Reinstall the battery and check the tool again.

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Illustrations
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Illustrations (cont’d)
Pump Housing Unit, Relief Valve Unit,
and Piston Pump Assembly
Motor Assembly

ETS12 Single Use Lock Cutter and Bolt Cutter
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Parts List
*7 50041924 O-ring .................................................1
*8 50041940 Backup ring, piston ............................1
9 50019082 Bushing ..............................................1
10 50019287 Lever, relief valve ................................1
11 50019295 Screw..................................................1
12 52026640 Switch.................................................1
■ 13 Decal, Greenlee GATOR .....................1
■ 14 Decal, Greenlee GATOR .....................1
■ 15 Decal, warning....................................2
16 52033627 Decal, specication ............................1
17 52024564 Decal, cutting hazard..........................1
50018922 Relief valve unit (includes 30–39)
*30 Seal.....................................................1
31 50019554 Valve seat ...........................................1
32 Needle valve .......................................1
33 Plunger ...............................................1
34 Spring .................................................1
35 Lock washer .......................................2
*36 O-ring .................................................1
*37 O-ring .................................................1
38 Pressure relief.....................................1
39 Screw..................................................1
50018930 Pump housing unit (includes 50–56)
▲*50 50019724 Clamp ................................................. 2
51 Screw..................................................1
52 Threaded bushing...............................1
53 Pump block ........................................1
54 Threaded bushing...............................1
*55 Screen ................................................1
▲ 56 Reservoir ............................................1
50018957 Motor assembly (includes 70–79)
70 Retaining ring .....................................1
71 50019589 Pin ......................................................1
72 Motor cap ...........................................1
73 Disc housing.......................................1
74 Disc.....................................................2
75 Screw..................................................2
76 Gear lube......................................1.5 g
78 Motor adapter.....................................1
79 Motor, electric.....................................1
52033626 Head assembly (includes 90–96)
● 90 Fixed blade.........................................1
● 91 Movable blade....................................1
● 92 Roll pin................................................1
● 93 Screw, socket head cap.....................1
94 50019295 Screw, hex head cap, m3x4 ...............1
95 Spring, compression ..........................1
96 Head, cutter........................................1
Key Part No. Description Qty Key Part No. Description Qty
50018990 Piston pump assembly
(includes 120–123)
120 Piston pump .......................................1
121 Spring .................................................1
122 50019309 Piston pump housing .........................1
*123 Piston seal ..........................................1
50109430 Housing unit, green (includes 140–148)
140 50042076 Screw..................................................4
141 50019767 Screw..................................................2
142 50043960 Compression spring ...........................1
143 50019341 Link, trigger.........................................1
144 Lever, battery release .........................1
145 Housing half .......................................1
146 Housing half .......................................1
147 Button, relief valve..............................1
148 Cover, trigger ......................................1
50020196 Case with inserts
52026638 9.6 V battery
52027701 12 V charger 110 VAC
52027702 12 V charger 220 VAC
52023076 12 V charger 12 VDC
Kits
*50027255 Seal kit (includes items marked
with an asterisk)
■52028324 Decal kit (includes 13–15)
▲52028326 Reservoir kit (includes 50 and 56)
●52033628 Cutter blade kit (includes 90–93)