Greenlee ESC85 - Operation; Battery Charging and Testing; Cutting Cable Procedure

ESC85 Battery-powered Cable Cutter
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
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Operation
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When using
this unit near energized electrical
lines, use proper personal protective
equipment.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard: The owner of this cutter
must be certain that all users of this tool are trained
in the applicable safety codes and standards
as well as in the safe use of this tool and its
accessories.
Do not cut cable under tension.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
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Wear eye protection when operating
or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris or hydraulic oil.
Keep hands away from closing
blades.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Do not cut steel or ACSR. Cut only copper and
aluminum cable.
This tool is not designed for continuous use. After
30 to 40 cutting cycles, allow the tool to cool for 15
minutes.
Protect the tool from rain and moisture. Water will
damage the tool and battery.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
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Charging the Battery
Read the instructions supplied with the battery charger.
Testing the Battery
A ickering battery load display indicates a low charge
level. A constant light when the tool is in neutral also
indicates a low charge.
Note: It is normal for the battery load display to light at
both the beginning of a cutting cycle and at the point of
maximum pressure.
Cutting Cable
1. Position the cable in the open cutting head.
2. Pull the trigger. The blades will begin to close.
3. When the cut is completed, push the retract button
to return the ram. Hold the button until the ram
returns to the desired position.
Note: At any time during cutting, pushing the return
button will result in a complete return of the ram.
Pull trigger to cut
Push to retract blades