Replacement manuals are available upon request at no charge. All specifications 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. GATOR is a registered trademark of Greenlee Textron Inc.
Failure to observe this warning will result in severe injury or death. Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Electric shock hazard: This tool is not insulated. When using this unit on or near energized electrical lines, use proper personal protective equipment.
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Failure to observe this warning could result in serious injury, gangrene, or death. Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Do not use solvents or flammable cleaners to clean the tool body. Solvents could ignite, causing serious injury or property damage.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Inspect tool before use. Replace any worn or damaged parts with Greenlee replacement 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.
Crimping Capacities Crimping Range ... 8 AWG to 750 kcmil Crimping Force ... 106 kN (12 tons) Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070 ® T 15...
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe injury or death. Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools 1. Clean the die seat area. 2. Install the proper size and type of crimping dies. 3. Press the release button on the C-head and slide one of the die halves into the jaw.
Die Selection Crimps made on copper cable with Greenlee KC12-type dies and the copper connectors listed here are cUL and UL classified. Refer to “Connector Selection” for brand names and model numbers of appropriate lugs as well as crimping instructions.
3. Perform the “Periodic Pressure Relief Valve Check.” Annually or After 10,000 Crimps 1. Replace the hydraulic oil. 2. Send the tool to an authorized Greenlee service center for inspection. Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Checking the Oil Level 1.
Problem Tool is inoperative. Dies stop during operation. Tool loses oil. Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Probable Cause Dirt, contaminants, etc., in ram area of tool. Tool components worn or damaged. Oil level is low.
7. Remove the threaded bushing (72) and replace the O-ring (73). Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Motor, Gearbox, and Bearing 1. Remove the tamper-proof paper seal (96). 2. Remove two screws (92). Remove the end cap (102).
Using a hooked tool, carefully slip the O-ring over the lip of the pump housing. 7. Insert the plug (76) into the reservoir. Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Main Components 1. Remove the protective plastic bag from the electronics subassembly.
500 6692.7 500 6691.9 500 6689.7 500 6690.0 Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Description Decal, identification ... 1 Decal, safety, 120 volt ... 1 Decal, safety, 230 volt ... 1 Decal, pinch hazard ... 2 Adapter ...
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500 4151.7 500 4139.8 500 4108.8 500 4123.1 500 4922.4 Greenlee / A Textron Company CK1240 and CK1240C Crimping Tools Description Housing assembly, green (includes 50-58) Housing, left side ... 1 Housing, right side ... 1 Reservoir cover ... 1 Trigger guard ...
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4455 Boeing Drive • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 • USA • 815-397-7070 An ISO 9001 Company www.greenlee.com 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070 800-435-0786 Fax: 800-451-2632 815-397-7070 Fax: 815-397-1865 800-435-0786 Fax: 800-524-2853 Fax: +1-815-397-9247 Greenlee Textron Inc. is a subsidiary of Textron Inc. • Printed in USA...
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