RE 12-M - Crimping tool RIDGID - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RE 12-M RIDGID

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

• Keep children and by-standers away while oper- ating tools. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Electrical Safety

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur- faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrig- erators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed or grounded. Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com- mon sense when operating tools. Do not use tools while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo ment of inattention while operating tools may result in serious personal injury.

• 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.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal- ance at all times. This enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. Tool Use And Care

• Do not force or modify the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

• Store the tool out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the tool or these instructions to operate the tool. Tools are danger- ous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain the tool. Check for misalignment or bind- ing of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool’s op er - ation. If damaged, have the tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly main- tained tools.

• Keep handles dry and clean, free from oil and grease. This allows for better control of the tool. Safety Symbols In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safe- ty information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property. This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment. This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce the risk of eye injury. This symbol indicates the risk of hands, fingers or other body parts being crushed. This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock. NOTICEDANGERWARNINGCAUTION3

• Use the crimping tool, accessories and dies etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be performed. The use of the tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa- tion. Service

• Have your tool serviced by a RIDGID Independent Service Center using only original replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained. Specific Safety Information WARNING This section contains important safety information that is specific to this tool. Read these precautions carefully before using the crimping tool to reduce the risk of electrical shock or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! A compartment in the tool carrying case is included to keep this manual with the machine for use by the operator. Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool Safety

• Do NOT use on or near energized conductors. This tool is not insulated. Use of this tool near energized conductors may lead to electrical shock, causing severe injury or death.

• Large forces are generated using high-pressure fluid. Escaping high-pressure fluid can penetrate skin. Large forces can break and throw parts, causing serious injury. Keep all unnecessary per- sonnel away from the work area. Stay clear of the head during use and always wear appropriate pro- tective equipment, including eye protection.

• Keep your fingers and hands away from the dies and moving parts during the operating cycle. Your fingers or hands can be crushed, fractured or ampu- tated if they become caught between the dies or between these components and any other object.

• Do not operate the tool without correct dies prop- erly installed in tool head This can damage the tool and/or cause serious personal injury.

• Do not use handle extensions to activate the tool. Handle extensions can slip and cause serious injury. Extended handles can overload the tool and cause tool failure and/or serious personal injury. RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool

• Use proper tool, die, connector and cable combi- nation. Improper combinations can result in an incom- plete or improper crimp, which increases the risk of electrical issues, fire, severe injury or death.

• Before operating a RIDGID Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool, read and understand: – This operator’s manual, – The connector and die/insert manufacturers’ instal- lation instructions, – The instructions for all equipment and material used with this tool, Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may result in property damage and/or serious injury. If you have any question concerning this RIDGID

distributor. – Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local RIDGID contact point. – Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at [e-mail], or in the U.S. and Cana da call [phone]. Description, Specifications And Standard Equipment Description The RIDGID

Models RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hy - draulic Crimp Tools are hand operated hydraulic crimping tools, which when used with appropriate dies, are designed to crimp electrical compression connectors to electrical conductors. The crimp tool has a stationary handle and a movable handle. The movable handle is cycled to pump the hydraulic fluid, moving the ram forward and apply force to close the dies. The tool has a rapid advance to quickly engage the connector, and the crimp is completed at a slower speed. This reduces the number of handle pumps required to grip the connector and decreases the handle force during crimping. A sudden and significant decrease of the handle force when the dies are closed indicates a complete crimp. An audible pop may also be heard. After crimping is complete, the release lever needs to be pressed to retract the ram to its initial position, completing the crimping cycle. When unloaded, the tool crimp head can rotate up to 330° for better access in tight spaces. When load is applied, the crimp head is held in position. A stand is supplied for crimp tool use on the ground. The stand supports the crimp head so that one operator can easily position the cable and the lug between the dies and complete a crimp.Figure 2 – Tool Serial Number Standard Equipment The RIDGID

Model RE 130-M or RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool comes with the following:

• Crimp Head Stand Selection of appropriate materials and joining methods is the responsibility of the system designer and/or installer. Before any installation is attempted, care- ful evaluation of the specific requirements should be completed. Consult connector manufacturer for selec- tion information. Tool Inspection WARNING Daily before use, inspect your crimp tool and correctany problems to reduce the risk of serious injuryfrom crushing injuries and other causes, and toprevent tool damage.

1. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the tool, including

the handles. This aids inspection and helps prevent the tool from slipping from your grip.

2. Inspect the crimp tool for the following:

• Proper assembly, maintenance and complete- ness.

• Any broken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding parts or other damage.

• Hydraulic leaks. Oil in the carrying case can indi- cate a hydraulic leak.

• Presence and readability of warning label and markings (Figure 1)

The carrying case can accommodate 15 pairs of dies, the instruction manual and the crimp head stand in addition to the tool. The RIDGID

RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tools are intended to be used with commercially available round dies, with appropriate ratings, for crimping electrical connectors onto wire. See the supplied RIDGID Crimp Die/Electrical Connector Compatibility Chart or go to www.RIDGID.com/CrimpDies Figure 1 – RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool Specifications RE 12-M RE 130-M Nominal Piston Force.....12 ton 130kN (107kN, (29,225 lbf) 24,000 lbf) Dies..................Round, 12 ton Round, 130 kN Max. Cable Capacity...........750 MCM 400 mm

Copper Copper Cable, Building Wire, 240 mm

750 MCM Aluminum Aluminum Cable Building Wire Piston Travel....1.65" 1.65" (42mm) (42mm) Operating Temperature.....-4°F to 104°F -4°F to 104°F (-20°C to 40°C) (-20°C to 40°C) Dimensions.......21.9" x 8.2" x 3.2" 21.9" x 8.2" x 3.2" 557 x 208 x 82mm 557 x 208 x 82mm Weight ..............11.68 lb (5.3 kg) 11.68 lb (5.3 kg) The tool serial number is located on the name plate as shown in Figure 2. The last 4 digits indicate the month and year of manufacture (06 = month, 14 = year).

RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool HandleMovable DieHolderReleaseLeverWarning LabelStationary DieHolder Die ReleaseButtonsMovableHandleCrimp HeadNOTICESerial PlateModel Number• Any other condition which may prevent safe and normal operation. If any problems are found, do not use the tool until the problems have been repaired.

3. Inspect and maintain any other equipment being used

per its instructions to make sure it is functioning prop- erly. Confirm that the crimp dies to be used are a clean, undamaged, matched set

Set-Up And Operating Instructions WARNING Do NOT use on or near energized conductors. Thistool is not insulated. Use of this tool near ener-gized conductors may lead to electrical shock,causing severe injury or death.Keep your fingers and hands away from the dies andmoving parts during the operating cycle. Your fin-gers or hands can be crushed, fractured or ampu-tated if they become caught between the dies orbetween these components and any other object.Large forces are generated using high-pressurefluid. Escaping high-pressure fluid can penetrateskin. Large forces can break and throw parts, caus-ing serious injury. Keep all unnecessary personalaway from the work area. Stay clear of the headduring use and always wear appropriate protec-tive equipment, including eye protection.Do not operate the tool without correct dies properlyinstalled in tool head. This can damage the tooland/or cause serious personal injury.Use proper tool, die, connector and cable combi-nation. Improper combinations can result in anincomplete or improper crimp, which increases therisk of electrical issues, fire, severe injury or death.Follow set up and operating instructions to reducethe risk of injury from crushing, electrical shockand other causes and to prevent tool damage.

1. Check for appropriate work area as indicated in

General Rules Safety section.

2. Inspect the work to be done and determine the cor-

rect RIDGID tool and dies for the application per their specifications. Using incorrect equipment for an application can cause injury, damage the tool and make incomplete connections. See the supplied RIDGID Crimp Die/Electrical Con nec tor Compatibility Chart or go to www.RIDGID.com/CrimpDies

3. Make sure all equipment has been inspected and

set up as directed in their instructions.

4. Removing/Installing Dies in crimp head.

Depress the Release Lever to fully retract the movable die holder (Figure 3)

Figure 3 – Fully retracting die holderFigure 4 – A. Dies Aligned B. Dies Misaligned Depress the die release buttons to allow the dies to slide laterally in and out of the die holders. Do not force dies into die holders. Dies should fit snugly and securely, and the crimp profiles should align (Figure 4) . Dies should not move unless the die release button is depressed. Always use a matched set of dies. If there are any issues regarding proper die fit, do not use the tool. Do not operate the tool without the dies installed.

5. Removing/Installing the Crimp Head Stand.

When working with the Crimp Tool on the ground, the crimp head stand can be used to support and stabilize the Crimp Tool.

BFigure 5 – Installing the Crimp Head on the Stand The stand mounts to the Crimp Head with a lock pin through a hole. Fully insert the lock pin. See Figure 5.

6. Prepare the connection to be crimped per the con-

nector manufacturer’s instructions.

7. Depress the release lever to fully retract the moving

8. Follow all compression connector manufacturers’

instructions for crimp location. Some wire sizes may require more than one crimp per connection. Center the connector squarely against the crimp pro- file in the stationary die. Improper placement can result in an incorrect crimp or damage the equip- ment. If making a single crimp, line up the dies within the line on the connector. If making multiple crimps on the connector, ensure there is enough room to evenly space crimps between lug lines. Figure 6 – Aligning the Connector

9. With hands clear of the dies and other moving parts,

pump the Movable Handle to advance the moving die until the dies slightly touch the connector. Confirm that the connector is properly located in the dies (Figure 6)

10. Continue to pump the Movable Handle until the pres-

sure relief valve activates. This is indicated by a sud- den and significant decrease of the handle force. An audible popping sound may also be heard. Visual - ly inspect the dies as the pressure relief valve acti- vates – they should be touching or very close to touching. (See Figure 8.) Do not use handle exten- sions, they can damage the tool or slip and cause injury. Figure 8 – Inspecting Dies as Pressure Relief Valve acti- vates Do not retract the movable die until the pressure relief valve activates. If the pressure relief valve does not activate, the crimp is not complete and must be repeated.

11. Press the release lever to retract the movable die. If

needed, move the head and repeat the procedure for multiple crimps, following the connector manufactur- er’s instructions for crimp location.

12. Remove the crimped connection from the head.

13. Inspect and test the connection in accordance with

connector manufacturer instructions, normal prac- tice and applicable codes.

RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool Lock Pin Crimp Head Stand Dies should touch or be close to touching7 For a complete listing of RIDGID accessories avail-able for this tool, see the Ridge Tool Catalogonline at www.RIDGID.com or call Ridge ToolTechnical Service Department [phone]. Storage Store the tool in the carrying case and place in a dry, secured area that is out of reach of children and people unfamiliar with the RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tools. The electrical tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users. Storage area temperature should be between -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F) and humidity less than 80% RH. Service And Repair WARNING Improper service or repair can make machineunsafe to operate. Service and repair on this RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool must be performed by a RIDGID Independent Service Center. The tool fasteners have been marked to indicate unauthorized service. For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent Service Center or any service or repair questions:

• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.

• Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local RIDGID contact point.

• Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at [e-mail], or in the U.S. and Canada call [phone]. Disposal Parts of the Crimp Tool contain valuable materials and can be recycled. There are companies that specialize in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of the com - ponents and oil in compliance with all applicable regu la - tions. Contact your local waste management authority for more information. Maintenance Instructions WARNING Maintain the Crimp Tool according to these pro-cedures to prolong the product’s life and to reducethe risk of injury. Cleaning After each use, wipe any oil or dirt off the crimp tool and dies with a clean, dry, soft cloth. Pay special attention to the moving head ram to remove any dirt or debris that could scratch polished parts or damage seals. Lubrication Monthly, or more often if needed, apply a light machine oil or grease to the handle pivot points. Wipe off any excess lubricant. Required Maintenance At RIDGID Independent Service Center The tool should be maintained once a year or more often with heavy use or in extreme conditions. This mainten ance will include verifying tool output force and changing the hydraulic fluid. Tools maintained by RIDGID Independent Service Centers will have a decal on the body of the tool indicating the next date of required maintenance (See Figure 9) . 1 through 12 indicate month of required service (6 shown - June), and two digit year (15 shown - 2015). Figure 9 – Maintenance Decal Accessories WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, only use accessoriesspecifically designed and recommended for usewith the RIDGID RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual HydraulicCrimp Tools, such as listed below. RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool CatalogNo. Description48968 RE 130-M Carrying Case (Plastic)48973 RE 12-M Carrying Case (Plastic)48988 Crimp Head Stand WARNING8 RE 130-M/RE 12-M Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool CE 2014

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

tools are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material. How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID

tool. Warranty coverage ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material. How you can get service To obtain the benefit of this warranty, deliver via prepaid transportation the complete product to RIDGE TOOL COMPANY, Elyria, Ohio, or any authorized RIDGID

INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. Pipe wrenches and other hand tools should be returned to the place of purchase. What we will do to correct problems Warranted products will be repaired or replaced, at RIDGE TOOL’S option, and returned at no charge; or, if after three attempts to repair or replace during the warranty period the product is still defective, you can elect to receive a full refund of your purchase price. What is not covered Failures due to misuse, abuse or normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty. RIDGE TOOL shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages. How local law relates to the warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state, province to province, or country to coun- try. No other express warranty applies This FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY is the sole and exclusive warranty for RIDGID

products. No employee, agent, dealer, or other person is authorized to alter this warranty or make any other war- ranty on behalf of the RIDGE TOOL COMPANY. Qué cubre Las herramientas RIDGID

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