Huskie Tools REC-658U Instruction Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REC-658U
6 TON BATTERY- POWERED COMPRESSION TOOL
1.8” JAW OPENING

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SPECIFICATIONS
REC-658U
Output: 6 Ton
Weight: 8.2 Ibs. with battery
Size: 14.3” L x 10” H x 3.1”W
Jaw Opening: 1.8”
CRIMPING ESTIMATES
BP-80
#6 Cu/Al 250
1/0 Cu/Al 195
4/0 Cu/Al 150
CONNECTOR RANGE
Lugs and Splices #8-500 MCM Cu
#8-300 MCM Al
H-Taps Up to 4/0-4/0
FEATURES
• One Hand Operation
• Tested up to 75kV
• Rotational Head
• Rapid Advance
• Ergonomically Balanced
• Ergonomic Pistol Grip Handle
• Weather Resistant Housing
• Audible Bypass when Predetermined Pressure
is Achieved.
• Interchangeable Cutter Head
• 5 Year Warranty on Tool, Battery & Charger
BATTERY CARTRIDGE (BP-80)
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Voltage: 14.4V DC
Rated Current: 3 Ah
Charge Time: 1 Hour
Dimensions: 3.5”L x 2.7”W x 5.3”H
Weight: 1.25 lbs.
BATTERY CHARGER (CH-90)
Input Voltage: 120V AC
Charging Capacity: 20VA
Dimensions: 4.5”L x 3.5”W x 3”H
Weight: 1.5 lbs.
Optional Accessories
25CAT Cutter Head
CH-DCC DC Charger Cord
ROB-358N Insulated Jaw

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DC CHARGER CORD
CH-DCC
Battery and Charger
• BP-80 Huskie Tools Lithium Ion Battery
• CH-90 Huskie Tools Tri-Chemistry Charger
• This charger can charge the BP-80 and ALL previous
Huskie Tools batteries, including the BP-70, BP-70EI
and the BP-70MH.
• 1 Battery Powered Tool
• 1 Carrying Case
• 1 CH-90 Tri-Chemistry Charger
• 2 BP-80 Lithium Ion Batteries
• 1 Carrying Strap
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
KIT INCLUDES
CUTTER HEAD ATTACHMENT
25CAT
INSULATED JAW
ROB-358N

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGING THE BATTERY
ATTACHING THE BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. While pressing the latch, pull out the battery cartridge. To
 replacethebatterycartridge,pushthenewcartridgermlyinto
place.
2. After inserting a battery cartridge, check that it is securely in
place by pulling gently. Do not press the latch when pulling the
cartridge.
TRIGGER AND RELEASE BUTTON
1. The ram advances when the trigger is pressed and stops when
the trigger is released.
2. To retract the ram, push the release button. The ram continues
to retract while the release button is pressed.
1. Insert the plug end into a 120V power source. The LED (Power) indicator will be
steady green indicating the charger is now in “stand-by” mode and ready to
charge the battery. Do not plug the charger into a generator as this will likely
cause the fuse in the charger to short, and will not operate.
2. To charge a drained battery, insert the battery into the charger. The LED
indicator shows a steady amber while charging. A depleted battery will be
completely charged in approximately 50-70 minutes. The LED indicator will show
a steady green when the battery is fully charged.
3. IftheLEDindicatorgoesoutorisashingquickamber,thiscouldbeapossible
short in the battery circuit, or a problem with the charger itself. It is best to consult
the factory at 1-800-860-6170 for service if such a condition occurs.
4. Fortechnicalquestionsordifcultyinoperation,pleasecallourcustomerservice
department at 1-800-860-6170.

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1. Retract the ram by pressing the release button.
2. Open the yoke by lifting the latch.
3. Select an appropriate size of die for the connector. Insert half of the
dies into the yoke by pressing the push pins. When the push pins
are released, they will return to their original position and hold the
die in place. Attach the other half of the die to the die holder in the
same manner.
4. Place the connector between the dies, close the yoke and secure
the latch.
5. Press the trigger and advance the ram so that the connector is held
between the dies and insert conductor into the terminal.
6. Press the trigger until the compression is completed. A clicking
sound will be heard while crimping and will stop once the crimp is
completed. The yellow band around the ram will become visible
when the ram is fully extended.
NOTE: Band will not be visible when compressing larger connectors.
Use the built in bypass system for indication instead.
7. Press the release button to retract the ram. The ram continues to
retract while the release button is pressed. The ram stops when it
reaches the lower end. Open yoke and remove crimped conductor.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COMPRESSION
ATTACHING CUTTER HEAD (25CAT)
RE-ATTACHING COMPRESSION HEAD
1. Retract ram by pressing the release button.
2. Open the yoke by lifting the latch.
3. Pull the release pins on the body head to release the yoke and latch.
NOTE: Both release pins and springs will stay permanently attached to avoid the possibility of
losing parts.
4. Slide cutter head into position, and close blades together slightly by hand to relieve pressure and
push the release pins back into position to secure the cutter head.
1. With the cutter head removed and the release pins in the open position, insert the wire spring on
the yoke into the hole on the body head and slide release pin back into position.
NOTE: Be sure to line up the die holder key (set screw) opposite from the yoke. Otherwise the tool
will not latch closed.
2. Align the key-way on the latch with the set screw on the die holder and insert the wire spring on
the latch into the hole on the body head. Slide release pin back into position and close jaws.

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IMPORTANT OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION FOR THE TOOL
1. Select appropriate dies for the connector to be compressed. Incorrect combinations result in
inferior connections of the conductors. Consult your connector manufacturer for the recommended
die/connector combinations.
2. Always point the tool AWAY from other people.
3. If the tool is stored for an extended period at a temperature of less than 25º F (-5ºC), the tool
should be allowed to return to room temperature to ensure smooth operation Use the tool only
after it has been at room temperature for 1 hour.
4. Do not drop the tool. Dropping the tool may damage the hydraulic circuit and result in the tool not
functioning correctly.
5. Keep the head and ram clean and free of debris. Solvents can be used to clean the head, but
should not be used on the plastic body. Use soap and water to clean the body.
1. Do not short circuit the contacts or expose the cartridge to water, oil or solvents.
2.Donotdisassembleorattempttorepairthebatterycartridgeordisposeofinare.
3. Do not drop or otherwise abuse the battery cartridge.
4. Do not leave the cartridge in locations where it will be exposed to a temperature greater than 140ºF
(60ºC) for an extended period.
5. The battery has a limited life. When the crimping capacity becomes about 1/2 that of the original
capacity, the battery should be replaced.
6. If the battery cartridge is stored without being charged, natural drainage will cause the power to be
reduced. The battery should be charged every 3 months if not in use.
PRECAUTION FOR THE BATTERY CARTRIDGE
PRECAUTION FOR THE CHARGER
1. The LED indicator lights up amber and remains lit when the unit starts charging a battery cartridge.
The indicator turns green when charging is completed.
2. This unit is for charging battery cartridges BP-80, BP-70E, BP-70EI and BP-70MH only. Do not use
the charger for any other devices.
3. Allow battery cartridges to cool before charging. Allow at least 15 minutes between charges when
charging several cartridges in succession.
4. Charge batteries at an ambient temperature of 50º-95ºF (10º-35º C). Charging time is approxi
mately 50-70 minutes for the BP-80, 50 minutes for the BP-70E and BP-70EI, and 70 minutes
for the BP-70MH.
5. Never short circuit the output terminals.
6. Do not expose the charger to water, oil or solvents.
7. Do not disassemble, attempt to modify, drop or otherwise abuse charger.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
MOTOR RUNS, BUT THE
TOOL JAWS WILL NOT AD-
VANCE
InsufcientHydraulicOil Consult Factory for Repair Ser-
vice
Air Block in Hydraulic System Invert tool to allow air to rise to-
wards the top of the oil bladder
Defective Hydraulic Circuit Consult Factory for Repair Ser-
vice
MOTOR RUNS, TOOL JAWS
ADVANCE, BUT WILL NOT
BUILD PRESSURE
InsufcientHydraulicOil Consult Factory for Repair Ser-
vice
Defective Suction Valve or By-
pass Cartridge
Consult Factory for Repair Ser-
vice
MOTOR WILL NOT RUN AT
ALL
Defective Battery Charge or Replace Battery
Bad Contact or Loose Battery
Connections
Check all Connections and
Wires
Misaligned Switch
Check to Make Sure that Switch
is Properly Aligned with Trigger
Consult Factory for Repair Ser-
vice
TOOL JAWS WILL NOT RE-
LEASE
Tool Did Not Complete a Full
Cycle and Bypass
Press Trigger and allow Tool
to Bypass, Then Release Tool
Jaws
Connector is Jammed in Tool
Jaws
Press and Hold Release Trigger
While Prying Tool Jaws Apart
Release Trigger is Bent or Mis-
aligned
Consult Factory for Repair Ser-
vice

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Huskie Tools products carry a warranty that makes us a leader in the tool industry. No other manufacturer dares to back its
tools as we do.
All Huskie REC-SERIES battery operated products carry a 5 year warranty. The ECO-SERIES battery operated products
carry a 1 year warranty. The IL-ND battery operated products carry a 3 year warranty. The BP-70E, BP-70EI, BP-70MH, and
BP-80 batteries carry a 5 year or 1,000 recharge cycles warranty from the date stamped on the battery.
PRODUCT WARRANTY
REC-Series battery operated products 5 Years
ECO-Series battery operated products* 1 Years
Batteries (BP-70E, BP-70EI**, BP-70MH, BP-80) 5 years
Chargers (CH-35R, CH-70DCH, CH-90, CH-86) 5 Years
*Pleasecallthefactorywithwarrantyquestions.
**The BP-70EI is no longer available. The LED indicator on the BP-70EI carries a 1 year warranty from purchase date.
The warranty does not cover any damages incurred from a Huskie tool including damages to property, bodily injuries and
lost wages resulting from such injuries. This warranty solely covers the repair or replacement of tools supplied by Huskie.
These remedies are exclusive, and the total liability of Huskie Tools, Inc. whether based on contract, warranty, negligence,
indemnication,strictliabilityorotherwise,shallnotexceedthepurchasepriceofthetool.InnoeventshallHuskieTools,
Inc.beliableforconsequential,incidentalorspecialdamages.
HUSKIE TOOLS, INC. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ARE DISCLAIMED.
Huskie reserves the right to determine all warranty claims. Huskie will not warranty tools containing parts or batteries not
originally supplied by Huskie. Failure due to misuse, improper maintenance, misapplication, not following instructions or
warnings, abuse or repairs attempted by anyone other than Huskie Tools, Inc., or an authorized service center renders this
warranty null and void.
Repair and Warranty Claims
AllclaimsmustbesenttoHuskieforinspectionandauthorization.AReturnGoodsAuthorization(RGA)isrequiredbefore
shippingtoolstoHuskie.SecuretheauthorizationbytelephoningorwritingtoHuskie’smainofcewithdetailsoftheclaim.
Non-warranty repairs are handled using the same procedure. Repairs exceeding 50 percent of the cost of a new tool will be
advised before repairs are made.
Payment Terms
Upon credit approval Huskie’s standard payment terms are net-30 days. Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express
are also accepted.
Freight
AllHuskietoolsareFOB,GlendaleHeights,Illinois.Goodswillbeshippedpre-paidandadded,unlessotherwisespecied.
Freight shipments over $17,000 are pre-paid.
Quotations
Specialquantityquotationsshouldbephonedintodiscussthescopeofyourtoolrequests.
Complete Support Services
Our customers have direct access to us for training, service, and problem solving. As specialists in tools, we maintain a
trained repair staff and a large stock of parts. This contrasts with many tool suppliers who carry tools as a sideline without
offering support services. Here are some reasons why our customers love to do business with us:
• Quick delivery
•Wemaintaininventoryatourheadquarters.
• Training and troubleshooting services.
• Fast repair service.
• Design and engineering service for special tool needs.
WARRANTY

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HOW TO GET SERVICE UNDER THE TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY
Return your product directly to Huskie Tools, Inc. as our representative network is not
Prepared to service the product under the terms of this warranty.
1. Write, call or fax Huskie stating the tool’s purchase date and problem. You will be given a RGA #
to assure that your merchandise will be properly handled upon its receipt.
2. CAUTION: Makesuretheproductispackagedadequatelysoastopreventdamageorlossduring
transit. The shipment must be prepaid and we recommend that it be insured. A cover letter
indicating the reason for the return should be included in order to facilitate repairs.
3. TolloutanRGAonline,gotoHuskietools.com and click on “Repairs.”
WARRANTY

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