RIPLEY-TOOLS RCS 114 Round Cable Stripper Instruction Manual

RIPLEY-TOOLS RCS 114 Round Cable Stripper

Product Information

The RCS (Round Cable Stripper) is a manually operated cutting device designed for fast, safe, and precise jacket removal of PE, PVC, and Rubber jackets. It is not insulated against electrical shock, so it should never be used on live electrical circuits. The tool is designed to strip cables with diameters ranging from .178(4.5mm) to 1.58(40mm), depending on the model. It is important to read and understand the instructions before operating this tool.

RCS 158:
The RCS 158 is capable of both end and mid-span stripping. It prepares a rotary cut around the cable and offers the choice of longitudinal or spiral strip.

RCS 114:
The RCS 114 operates as follows:

1. Adjust the cutting depth of the blade to the insulation thickness by rotating the knurled head (A).
2. With your thumb on the back of the upper jaw frame (B), push the upper jaw outward, insert the cable at the desired position, and release the upper jaw.
3. The first cut will be a rotary cut around the cable.
4. For a longitudinal cut, twist the tool handle 1/4 turn to the right and pull toward the end of the cable. Maintain this tool position by placing your thumb on the side of the upper jaw frame (C).
5. For a spiral cut, pull up on the collar (D) of the tool to set the tool blade at an angle. In this position, the tool will have a small space (E) exposed between the collar and the body, indicating that the tool is set for spiral cutting. Note: Spiral cut is recommended for mid-span strip.
6. To return the tool to its original position, push down on the collar and twist to the left. The collar will lock into position.
7. To replace the blade, lift the upper jaw frame (B) and unscrew the knurled head screw (A) to gain access to the blade. Lift out the blade (H) and put the replacement into the slot provided in the tool. Finally, replace the knurled head.

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Ensure that the tool is not used on live electrical circuits as it is not insulated against electrical shock.
2. Always use OSHA/ANSI or other industry-approved eye protection when using the tool.
3. Read and understand the instructions before operating the tool.
4. Adjust the cutting depth of the blade to match the insulation thickness by rotating the knurled head (A).
5. With your thumb on the back of the upper jaw frame (B), push the upper jaw outward.
6. Insert the cable at the desired position and release the upper jaw.
7. The first cut will be a rotary cut around the cable.
8. For a longitudinal cut, twist the tool handle 1/4 turn to the right and pull towards the end of the cable. Maintain this tool position by placing your thumb on the side of the upper jaw frame (C).
9. For a spiral cut, pull up on the collar (D) of the tool to set the tool blade at an angle. In this position (Fig 6), the tool will have a small space (E) exposed between the collar and the body, indicating that the tool is set for spiral cutting. Note: Spiral cut recommended for mid-span strip.
10. To return the tool to its original position, push down on the collar and twist to the left. The collar will lock into position.
11. To replace the blade, lift the upper jaw frame (B) and unscrew the knurled head screw (A) to gain access to the blade. Lift out the blade (H) and put the replacement into the slot provided in the tool. Finally, replace the knurled head.

Round Cable Stripper

Warning: Never use this tool on live electrical circuits; it is not insulated against electrical shock. Always use OSHA/ANSI or other industry- approved eye protection when using tools. This tool is not to be used for purposes other than intended. Please read and understand the instructions before operating this tool.

Note: This tool is a manually operated cutting device designed for fast, safe, and precise jacket removal of PE, PVC, and Rubber jackets.

• RCS 114 is designed to strip cables from .178”(4.5mm) to 1.14”(29mm) diameters.
• RCS 158 is designed to strip cables from .75”(19mm) to 1.58”(40mm) diameters.

Operating Instructions

1. Step 1. (Fig. 1) Adjust the cutting depth of the blade to the insulation thickness by rotating the knurled head (A).

2. Step 2. (Fig. 2) With thumb on the back of upper jaw frame (B), push upper jaw outward, insert cable at desired position and release upper jaw.

3. Step 3. (Fig. 3) The first cut will be a rotary cut around the cable.

4. Step 4. (Fig.4) For a longitudinal cut, twist the tool handle 1/4 turn to the right and pull toward the end of cable.
   Note: Maintain this tool position by placing the thumb on the side of the upper jaw frame (C).

5. Step 5. (Fig5) For Spiral Cut, pull up on the collar (D) of the tool to set tool blade at an angle for spiral cut. In this position (Fig 6), the tool will have a small space (E) exposed between the collar and the body indicating the tool is set for spiral cutting.
   Note: Spiral cut recommended for mid-span strip.

6. Step 6. (Fig. 7)To return tool to original position, push down on collar and twist to the left. The collar will lock into position.

7. Step 7. (Fig. 8) To replace the blade, lift the upper jaw frame (B) and unscrew the knurled head screw (A) to gain access to the blade. (Fig. 9) Lift out the blade (H) and put replacement into slot provided in the tool and replace the knurled head.

Warranty: RIPLEY warrants its products against defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment from the RIPLEY factory provided the product is utilized in accordance with instructions and specified ratings.

46 Nook Hill Road
Cromwell, CT 06416
Phone: 800-528-8665
Int’l (01) 860-635-2200 Fax: (01) 860-635-3631
E-mail: info@ripley-tools.com
Internet: www.ripley-tools.com

References

• tools.com | Buy Power Tools and Automotive Parts online
• Ripley Tools | Equipping the cable industry for the future

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