Greenlee K425K58, K425BG, K425KO, K425O User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
K425BG, K425O,
K425K58, and K425KO
Mechanical Crimping Tools
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
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K425BG, K425O, K425K58, and K425KO Mechanical Crimping Tools
Description
The K425BG and K425O Mechanical Crimping Tools
are hand-operated tools that use permanent die
grooves and/or insertable W-type dies. These tools
have two permanent die grooves, either a “BG” or “O”,
and a “D3” for distribution tap connectors. The “D3”
groove also serves as a seat for W-type die inserts to
install additional connector types. The die inserts snap
into a permanent “D3” groove easily with one hand and
are secured with the spring-loaded, positive lock, die
retaining buttons.
The K425K58 and K425KO Mechanical Crimping Tools
are hand-operated tools that use permanent die grooves
and/or insertable Kearney O-type dies. These tools have
two permanent die grooves, either a “5/8” or “O”, and
an opening for Kearney O-type dies. When used with
the Kearney “D” die, the die groove also serves as a
seat for W-type die inserts to install additional connector types. The die inserts snap into the “D” groove easily
with one hand and are secured with the spring-loaded,
positive lock, die retaining buttons.
All the tools install a full range of connectors including
service entrance splices and terminals, stacking lugs,
street light, stirrup, and repair sleeves.
The tools incorporate an over center toggle action
mechanism, allowing for easy crimping operations and
eld adjustability.
For use on:
• Copper taps from #10 solid to #2/0 stranded
• Aluminum/ACSR taps from #14 solid to #4/0 ACSR
• Stirrups from #6 AWG to #4/0 ACSR
• Copper and aluminum code conductor connectors
from #6 AWG to #4/0 stranded
• Overhead full tension deadend, full and non-tension
splices and terminals from #10 stranded to #4/0
ACSR
• 5/8" and .840" service entrance sleeves
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Greenlee tools and equipment. This manual and any
markings on the tool provide information for avoiding
hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this
tool. Observe all of the safety information provided.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. Do not use
on live circuits.
Contact with live circuits could result
in severe injury or death.
An incomplete crimp can cause a re.
Use proper connector and cable combinations.
Improper combinations can result in an incomplete
crimp.
Failure to observe this warning could result in
severe injury or death.
Wear eye protection when operating
or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from
ying debris.
• This tool is intended for two-handed operation.
Maintain a rm grip on both handles when using
this tool.
• Inspect tool before use. If any parts are worn
or damaged, send the tool to an authorized
Greenlee service center.
• Do not perform any service or maintenance other
than as described in this manual.
• Do not exceed the rated capacity of this tool.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
injury or property damage.
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the
following Greenlee tools:
K425BG, K425O, K425K58, and K425KO
Mechanical Crimping Tools
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge at www.greenlee.com.
Greenlee / A Textron Company 4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070
All specications are nominal and may change as design
improvements occur. Greenlee Textron Inc. shall not be liable for
damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
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