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Greenlee 555 Series User Manual

Greenlee 555 Series
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
Register this product at www.greenlee.com
52055799 REV 3 © 2013 Greenlee Textron Inc. 8/13
555
®
Series
Electric Benders
Shown with optional
1-1/2" to 2" rigid/EMT
combination shoe group
Patents Pending
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Greenlee 555 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGreenlee
Model555 Series
CategoryConstruction Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Description and Manual Purpose

555 Series Electric Benders Overview

Details the benders' function and applicable conduit types.

Manual's Scope and Intended Use

Explains the manual's objective and audience.

Important Safety Information: Symbols and Electrical Hazards

Understanding Safety Symbols and Signal Words

Explains hazard symbols and severity levels.

Electrical Shock Hazard Precautions

Details electrical safety measures and warnings.

Important Safety Information: Operational Hazards

Machine Guarding and Pinch Point Safety

Discusses keeping guards in place and avoiding pinch points.

Extension Cord Use and Unintentional Starting

Advises on proper extension cord use and preventing unintentional starts.

Important Safety Information: Personal and Tool Safety

Apparel, Work Area, and Child Safety

Covers safe practices for apparel, work area, and keeping children away.

Tool Inspection and Accessory Use

Covers inspecting tool parts and using recommended accessories.

Grounding and Specifications

Proper Electrical Grounding Procedures

Explains the importance and method of grounding the tool.

Key Equipment Specifications

Lists dimensions, weight, power supply, and operating conditions.

Bender Component Identification

Main Bender Parts and Features

Labels main bender parts with numbers.

Identification of Warning and Information Decals

Identifies various decals on the bender.

Bending Accessories Identification

Rigid/EMT Combination Shoe Group Parts

Lists components for the combination shoe group.

Single-Shoe Group Components

Lists components for the single-shoe group.

Bending Accessories Identification (Continued)

EMT and IMC Single-Groove Shoe Components

Lists components for EMT and IMC single-groove shoes.

Rigid Shoe Group Components

Lists components for the rigid shoe group.

Bending Attachment Groups: Single Shoe Types

Rigid/IMC Single Shoe Group Details

Describes parts for Rigid/IMC single shoes.

EMT Single Shoe Group Details

Describes parts for EMT single shoes.

PVC-Coated Rigid Single Shoe Details

Describes parts for PVC-coated rigid single shoes.

Bending Attachment Groups: Combination Shoe Type

Rigid, EMT Combination Shoe Group Details

Describes parts for the Rigid, EMT combination shoe group.

Setup Procedures: Shoe and Roller Mounting

Selecting and Mounting Bending Shoes

Guides on sliding and securing the bending shoe.

Mounting Roller Adapters and Supports

Details mounting roller adapters and supports for various configurations.

Setup Procedures: Roller Configurations

IMC and EMT Roller Setup

Details roller setups for IMC and EMT conduit.

Horizontal Position Setup and Zeroing 555DX

Explains how to place the bender horizontally and zero the 555DX.

Operation: Bending Conduit

Pre-Bend Safety Checks and Setup

Covers safety warnings and initial setup before bending.

Conduit Loading and Initial Bending

Details loading conduit and starting the bend.

Bending Techniques for Different Conduit Types

Explains bending for EMT/IMC and other conduit types.

Operation: Adjustments and Arrow Alignment

Squeeze Adjustment for Conduit Variation

Explains how to adjust squeeze for different conduit types.

Arrow Alignment for Accurate Bending

Details how to align the arrow on the shoe for 0° marking.

Illustrated Bending Glossary

Glossary of Bending Terminology

Defines terms like back-to-back bend, offset, rise, etc.

Bending Instructions: 90° Stubs

Calculating Stub Length and Marking Conduit

Explains how to measure and mark for 90° stubs using tables.

Using Deduct and Scale Reading Tables

Guides on using tables for accurate stub bends.

Bending Instructions: Offsets

Determining Offset Dimensions and Bends

Explains how to measure for offsets and use tables.

Performing Two-Bend Offsets

Details the process of making the two bends for an offset.

Additional Bending Instructions: Working Past Obstructions

Calculating First Bend Mark for Obstructions

Explains how to mark for the first bend when avoiding an obstruction.

Calculating Second Bend Mark for Obstructions

Details marking the second bend to clear an obstruction.

Additional Bending Instructions: Working Toward Obstructions and Three-Bend Saddles

Marking Conduit for Working Toward Obstructions

Explains marking for bends when moving towards an obstruction.

Three-Bend Saddle Calculation and Marking

Details the process for creating a three-bend saddle.

Additional Bending Instructions: Four-Bend Saddles and U-Bends

Four-Bend Saddle Marking Procedure

Explains how to mark conduit for a four-bend saddle.

U-Bend Calculation and Marking

Details how to calculate and mark conduit for U-bends.

Additional Bending Tables: 1/2" EMT

90° Stub Bending Data for 1/2" EMT

Provides bending data for 90° stubs with 1/2" EMT.

Offset Bending Data for 1/2" EMT

Provides bending data for offsets with 1/2" EMT.

Additional Bending Tables: 1" EMT

90° Stub Bending Data for 1" EMT

Provides bending data for 90° stubs with 1" EMT.

Offset Bending Data for 1" EMT

Provides bending data for offsets with 1" EMT.

Additional Bending Tables: 1-1/2" EMT

90° Stub Bending Data for 1-1/2" EMT

Provides bending data for 90° stubs with 1-1/2" EMT.

Offset Bending Data for 1-1/2" EMT

Provides bending data for offsets with 1-1/2" EMT.

Additional Bending Tables: 1/2" IMC, Rigid, and PVC-Coated Rigid

Bending Data for 1/2" IMC, Rigid, and PVC-Coated Rigid

Provides bending data for these conduit types.

Additional Bending Tables: 1" IMC, Rigid, and PVC-Coated Rigid

Bending Data for 1" IMC, Rigid, and PVC-Coated Rigid

Provides bending data for these conduit types.

Additional Bending Tables: 1-1/2" Rigid and PVC-Coated Rigid

Bending Data for 1-1/2" Rigid and PVC-Coated Rigid

Provides bending data for these conduit types.

Transporting and Maintenance

Proper Bender Transport Procedures

Explains how to adjust the handle and lift the bender.

Fuse Replacement Guidelines

Details how to replace the fuse safely.

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