milwaukee M18 HCCT Hydraulic Cable Crimper Instruction Manual

: August 21, 2024
: Milwaukee

Table of Contents

milwaukee M18 HCCT Hydraulic Cable Crimper
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
GENERAL POWER TOOL
SPECIFICATIONS
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
SYMBOLOGY
ASSEMBLY
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
ACCESSORIES
WARRANTY
FAQ’S
References
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milwaukee M18 HCCT Hydraulic Cable Crimper

Specifications

Product Name : M18 HCCT M18TM FORCELOGICTM 185 MM2 CRIMPER
Power Source : Battery-operated (cordless)
Crimping Capacity : 185 mm2

Product Usage Instructions

General Power Tool Safety
Always read and understand the operator’s manual before using the tool. Follow all safety warnings and instructions provided with the power tool to reduce the risk of injury. Keep the tool away from moving parts, loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair.

Work Area Safety
Work in well-ventilated areas when using power tools to prevent exposure to harmful substances. Avoid using the tool in environments with flammable liquids, gases, or dust that could be ignited by sparks.

Power Tool Use and Care
Use the correct power tool for your application and follow safety guidelines. Do not operate the tool when tired or distracted, as it may lead to hazardous situations. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment like eye protection and non-skid safety shoes.

Battery Tool Use and Care
Handle battery packs carefully to avoid contact with liquids or extreme temperatures. Charge batteries as per the manufacturer’s instructions and avoid using damaged batteries to prevent accidents or injuries.

Service and Maintenance
Service and repair of the tool should be done by authorized personnel using identical replacement parts to maintain safety standards.

GENERAL POWER TOOL

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
- Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. extensión cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. The use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal muries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. turning the power tool on. attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. The use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from the frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
- Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
- Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, broken parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories tool bits, etc. to these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When the battery pack is not in use, keep it awayfrom other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C (265 F) may cause an explosion.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

SERVICE

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR CRIMPER

Use the tool only as directed. Only trained personnel should operate the tool.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, electric shock, and property create out not a d. Condie wins This 1 Tool is NOT insulated. Contact with a live circuit could result in severe injury or death. Turn off the power before making a crimp.

Use tool only with MILWAUKEE crimping jaw 49-16-U000. which they die, and connectors connectors rated. Jaws must be used in an APPROVED COMBINATIONI to achieve successful operation. Improper combinations can result in a faulty crimp. Electric shock, fire, explosion, and not use the tool without crimping installed. Fingers could be crushed. jaws “Keep hands away from crimping jaws while cool is in use. Fingers could be crushed.
To reduce the injury. goggles or glasses with side wear safety operating or servicing the tool. shields when
Inspect and discard workpieces with cracks or wear before use. Materials may crack or shatter.
Follow connector manufacturer installation instructions. Other uses may cause damage to the tool, accessories, and workpiece.
Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry contact MILWAUKEE service facility for replacement.

WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to have.

Some examples of these chemicals productive

lead from lead-based paint
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and *arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No. ………………………………………….M18 HCCT
Volts …………………………………………………… 18V DC
Battery Type ………………………………………….M18™
Charger Type …………………………………………M18
Operating Temp ………………………………-18° – 50° C
Force ……………………………………………………6 Tons
Max crimp size ……………………………………185 mm2

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Locking thumb screw
Backup release valve
Crimping indicator
Hanger
LEDs
ONE KEY indicator
Handle
Trigger
Crimping jaws
Die release tabs
Retaining pin

ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside it. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.

WARNING: Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

SYMBOLOGY

V Volts
Direct Current
WARNING: To reduce the risk of explosion, electric shock, and property damage, do not use live electrical lines. The tool is NOT insulated. Contact with a live circuit could result in severe injury or death. Turn off the power before making a crimp.
WARNING: Keep hands away from crimping jaws while the tool is in use. Fingers could be crushed.
To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields when operating or servicing the tool.
Read the operator’s manual.
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). This product meets applicable regulatory requirements.
Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material. Electric tools and electronic equipment that have reached the end of their life must be separately lena stored collected from environmentally compatible recycling facilities.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING
Recharge only with the charger-specific charging in fractions, battery Fheoperator’s manual supplied with your charger and battery.

Inserting/Removing the Battery

To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place. accessories. Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
To remove the battery, push the release buttons and pull the battery pack away from the tool.

Inserting/Removing the Crimping Jaws

Remove the battery pack.
Remove the locking thumb screw (when used) from the back of the retaining pin.
Push in, Paticlockwise 90 pin will pop joining pin
Insert the crimping jaws. Line up the center hole with the retaining pin.
Push in the retaining pin, then rotate clockwise 90° .
Insert and hand-tighten the locking thumb screw.
NOTE : Use the locking thumb screw to prevent the retaining pin from being unintentionally loosened. A loose retaining pin may damage the tool.
Rotate the jaws to the desired angle.

CAUTION
To avoid damage to the tool, do not operate the tool without the retaining pin fully inserted and locked into position. Damage to the cylinder may occur.

WARNING
An incomplete or faulty crimp could MILWAUKEE crimping fire 49-6-000, / with, anes, and sectors for which these in an approves combination to achieve a successful operation. Improper combinations can result in a faulty crimp. Electric shock, fire, explosion, and property damage could occur.

Changing the Dies
Inspect dies and connectors before use. Only use properly matched dies and connectors for the crimping jaws. Refer to Specifications for die/connector compatibility.

Remove the battery pack.
Open jaws by squeezing the back of the crimping head together.
Snap the appropriate dies into each side of the crimping jaws. Release the jaws.
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OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of explosion, electric shock, and property damage, do not use on live electrical lines.

The tool is NOT insulated. Contact with a live circuit could result in severe injury or death.
****Turn off the power before making a crimp.
****Keep hands away from crimping jaws while the tool is in use. Fingers could be crushed.
Always remove the battery pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields.

Crimping

Before crimping:

Inspect the jaws and dies for cracks or other damage. Do not use damaged jaws or dies. Contact a MILWAUKEE service facility.
Ensure the retaining pin is properly seated and the dies are properly installed.
Jaws, dies, connectors, and cables must be used in an APPROVED COMBINATION. Improper combinations can result in a faulty crimp.
Inspect and discard workpieces with cracks or wear before use. Materials may crack or shatter.
Follow connector manufacturers’ installation instructions. Other uses may cause damage to the tool accessories, and workpiece.

Insert the battery pack.
Place jaws with installed dies around the connector.
Hold the tool securely. Press and hold the trigger.
When the cycle is complete the tool will switch off and the indicator will light. Release the trigger.
LED

Indicator

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Solid Green| Tool completed the operation and

reached full crimping pressure.

Solid Red| Tool completed the operation but did NOT reach full crimping pressure.
Flashing Red| Tool did NOT complete the operation.

Flashing Red/Green

(after Solid Green or Solid Red)

| Tool has reached its service interval (40,000 crimps). Red/Green flashing will begin after the solid Red or Green indicator for the operation is displayed. MILWAUKEE recommends that the tool be inspected and preventative maintenance completed. Return tool to a MILWAUKEE service facility.
5. Continue crimping according to the connector manufacturer’s instructions. See the “Lug and Splices” charts for more information.

For splices, begin crimping in the center, working outward.
For lugs, begin crimping near the pad, working outward.

Two LEDs will light the workpiece when the trigger is pulled.
The die identifier is pressed into the connector during the crimp.

Backup Release Valve
If the jaws need to be opened without completing the cycle, press and hold the backup release valve. Hold the tool securely until the cylinder retracts fully.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
To pid the higher in ur ways battery pack from the charger or tool before performing any maintenance. Never disassemble the walker service facility horal replace a Ke, you to a great range in god!. After six months to one year, depending on use, return the tool, battery pack, and charger to a MILWAUKEE service facility for:

Lubrication
Mechanical inspection and cleaning (gears, spindles, bearings, housing, etc.)
Electrical inspection (battery pack, charger, motor),
Testing to ensure proper mechanical and electrical operation

If the tool does not start or operate at full power with a fully charged battery pack, clean the contacts on the battery pack. If the tool still does not work properly, return the tool, charger, and battery pack, to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury and damage, never immerse your tool, battery pack, or charger in liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

Cleaning

Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep handles clean, dry, and free of oil or grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean, since certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia, and household detergents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.

Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack, and charger to the nearest service center.

ACCESSORIES

WARNING
Always remove the battery pack before changing or removing accessories. Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous. For a complete listing of accessories, go online to milwaukeetool.com.au or milwaukeetool.co.nz or contact a local distributor.

WARRANTY

AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
Please refer to the Australian and New Zealand warranty supplied with the tool. This warranty applies only to products sold by authorized dealers in Australia and New Zealand.

SERVICE AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
MILWAUKEE prides itself in producing a premium quality product that is Nothing But Heavy Duty™ Your satisfaction with our products is very important to us! If you encounter any problems with the operation of this tool, please contact your authorized MILWAUKEE dealer. For a list of MILWAUKEE dealers, guarantee, or service agents please contact MILWAUKEE Customer Service or visit our website.

(Australia Toll Free Telephone Number 1300 645 928)
(New Zealand Toll Free Telephone Number 0800 645 928) or visit milwaukeetool.com.au/milwaukeetool.co.nz.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation 13135 West Lisbon Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin U.S.A. 53005
Milwaukee Tool (Australia) 26 – 40 Nina Link, Dandenong South, Victoria, 3175, Australia
Milwaukee Tool (New Zealand) 274 Church Street, Penrose, Auckland, 1061, New Zealand
DESIGNED BY MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORP. PROFESSIONALLY MADE IN CHINA PRINTED IN CHINA

FAQ’S

What should I do if the battery pack is damaged?
If the battery pack is damaged, avoid contact with the liquid and seek medical help if it comes into contact with your eyes. Damaged batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior and should not be used.

How often should I service my tool?
Regular service and maintenance of the tool, including battery packs, should be performed by authorized service providers as per the manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure safe operation.