KIMBALL MIDWEST 27-799 User manual

Hydraulic Battery Terminal
& Lug Crimper
Instruction Manual
27-799
PLEASE SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious injury.

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INTRODUCTION
It is the owner and/or operator’s responsibility to study all warnings,
operating instructions and maintenance instructions contained on the
product label and in the instruction manual prior to operation of this prod-
uct. The owner/operator should retain the product instructions for future
reference of warnings and precautions, assembly, operation, inspection,
maintenance and cleaning. Store this instruction manual in a safe and
dry place.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
this tool. Do not use a tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating tools may
result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
3. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
4. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
5. Do not force the tool, use the right tools for your application.
6. Store the unused tool out of the reach of children and untrained users.
7. Maintain the hydraulic crimper, check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and other conditions that may a󰀨ect the hydraulic
tool’s operation. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
8. Use the hydraulic crimping tool and dies in accordance with these
instructions and in the manner intended, taking into account that operations
di󰀨erent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious
injury.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
DO NOT USE ON ENERGIZED CIRCUITS.
This tool is not insulated. Remove wire or cable
from the power source before use.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 3
Important Safety Information 3
Specications 4
Components 4
OperatingInstructions 4-5
Changing the Hydraulic Oil 6
Maintenance & Service 6
Troubleshooting 7

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SPECIFICATIONS
COMPONENTS
Crimping range: AWG #12-2/0 (Cu)
AWG #8-1/0 (Al)
Crimping force: 10,000 Lbs.
Crimping type: Hexagonal Crimp
Crimping stroke: 1/2 in.
Oil storage Capacity: Approximately0.4Oz.
Dimensions: 12.2in.x2.25in.x3.78in.
Weight: Approximately 3.8 Lbs.
Crimping dies: AWG#12,10,8,6,4,2,1,1/0,2/0
Number Name Description
1 Die Set For crimping terminals onto wire or cable
2 Crimper Head Holds dies in position
3 Thumb wheel For activating and releasing oil pressure
4Pump handle Operates the pump
5Fixed handle Pump and oil reservoir
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious
injury.
1. Select the appropriate die
set.
2. Insert the top and bottom
dies into the head. (Fig. 1)
3. Rotate the thumb wheel
clock-wise to the “on”
position. (Fig. 2)
4.Insert the terminal between
the dies at center notch.
(Fig. 3)
5.Pump the handle until a full
crimp cycle is completed.
(Fig.4)
6. Rotate the thumb wheel
counter clock-wise to
release the oil pressure.
(Fig.5)
7. Remove the terminal and
check for a proper crimp.
(Fig. 6)
DO NOT operate crimper without dies completely set
into the crimper head.
Fig 1
Fig 2
Fig 3
Fig 4
Fig 5
Fig 6

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MAINTENANCE & SERVICE
Damaged equipment may cause injury.
1. Inspect the hydraulic crimper before operating. Check for loose fasteners,
misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, or any other
conditionthatmaya󰀨ectitssafeoperation.
2. Tool care and storage. Clean the external surface of the tool with a clean towel.
Apply a light oil to the metal surface of the tool to avoid rust. Store the tool in a dry
environment.
3. In order to prolong the tool’s working life, please change the oil regularly. Use
cleanNo.15hydraulicoilwhenllingorchangingtheoil.Takecaretoavoiddust
and debris in the oil reservoir.
4.If the tool is in use for a long duration, make sure the piston stays on its starting
position.
5.The original seals may eventually fail. If leaks develop replace the o-rings.
CHANGING THE HYDRAULIC OIL
1. Unscrew the
xedhandle.
2. Remove the
oil cap (turn
counter clock-
wise).
3. Drain out
oil waste.
4.Fillwith
newNo.15
hydraulic oil.
5.Reinstall
the oil cap
(turn clock-
wise).
6. Reinstall the
xedhandle(turn
clock-wise).
Dust or air inside the tool will damage the seals and
could cause the oil to leak. Make sure the oil is free of
debris. Drain the oil completely out of the reservoir before
relling with new oil and reinstalling the oil plug.
Wear protective gloves when changing the oil. Wash
hands with soap and water after handling. Dispose of the
waste oil in accordance with all local, state and federal
regulations.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE LIKELY SOLUTION
1. No pressure
or the pressure
isinsu󰀩cientto
complete the crimp
operation.
1. The pump lacks enough oil.
2. There is dust in the oil.
3. Internal leakage.
1. Fill with oil.
2. Change the oil.
3. Replace the o-rings.
2. The lug and wire
do not connect
tightly after crimp-
ing.
1. The tool can not achieve the
rated pressure.
2. Use of wrong die set.
1. Refer to the problem #1.
2. Replace with the correct die
set.
3. Burs present
after crimping.
1. Use of the wrong die set. 1. Replace with the correct die
set.
4.Oilleakageon
the head or the
ram.
1. O-ring(s) deteriorated. 1. Replace deteriorated
O-ring(s)

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