Thomas & Betts TBM62CR-LI Installation Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Hydraulic compression tool

TBM62CR-LI

Important

Read and understand all instructions and
safety information in this manual
before operating or servicing this tool.
Be aware of proper usage and potential
hazards.

Table of Contents:

1. General Information .................................................................. 2-3

– DANGER: Safety rules .....................................................................2

– CAUTION: Personal Safety ............................................................2

– WARNING: Tool Use and Care .......................................................2

– CAUTION: Battery and Charger Use and Care .........................2

– Features .............................................................................................2

– Specifications ...................................................................................2

2. Part & Accessories .........................................................................3

– Hydraulic Compression Tool.........................................................3

– Battery (BAT-MK) .............................................................................3

– Charger ..............................................................................................3

– Tool Hand Bag ..................................................................................3

3. Operating instructions .............................................................3-4

– Charging the battery ......................................................................3

– Attaching & Detaching the battery pack ...................................3

– Compression cycles ........................................................................4

– Switch operations ...........................................................................4

– Compression operation .................................................................4

4. Troubleshooting guide ................................................................ 5

CAUTION:

• Installations should be performed by a qualified

electrician in accordance with national and local
electrical codes.

WARNING:

• Risk of shock, disconnect power before

installation.

• Never attempt to make a compression on a “HOT”
Line.

• Never assume the power is OFF! Determine
beforehand if any electrical hazards could exist
when making a connection to line or wire.

• Tools are NOT insulated for use on or near
conductors. Use of these tools near energized
conductors may lead to electrical shock, causing
severe injury or death. DO NOT use these tools
near energized conductors.

CAUTION:

• Wear safety glasses and any other required PPE.

WARNING:

• Pinch points, keep hands and other body parts

away from the crimping head when crimping.
Compression dies at high force can cause severe
personal injury. Failure to observe this warning
could result in severe injury or death.

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General Information:

DANGER:
Safety rules:

• Keep work area clean and well lighted. Poor
lighting and cluttered areas invite accidents.

• Maintain tool with care. Keep tool in good
condition at all times. Keep it clean to help ensure
best and safest performance.

• Don’t over-reach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust.

• Keep bystanders out of the work area while
operating a power tool.

CAUTION:
Personal Safety:

• Do not use a tool while tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medication.

• Use all required personal protection equipment.

WARNING:
Tool Use and Care

• Perform regular tool maintenance to help ensure
trouble free service.

• Store tool in a cool dry area.

• After each use, wipe tool with clean cloth to

remove any residue, especially close to the
movable parts.

• Regularly lubricate moving parts.

• Clean plastic housing with a soft soaped cloth.

• Follow battery and charger use and care

instructions.

• Do not force the tool.

• Discontinue use if on/off switch does not function

properly. Contact tool services for repairs.

• Disconnect the battery pack from the tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories
(including dies), or storing.

• When not in use, store tools out of the reach of
children and unauthorized personnel.

• Regularly inspect tool for for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the tool’s
operation. Repair any damaged tool before use.

CAUTION:
Battery and Charger Use and Care

• Read all instructions and cautionary markings on
battery charger, battery pack, and product using
battery pack.

• To reduce the risk of injury, charge only MAKITA
LXT 18V battery packs.*

• Do not expose charger and/or battery pack to
precipitation, submerge in water.

• To reduce risk of damaging the electric plug and
cord, Do not pull cord when disconnecting charger.

• Protect cord from being stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

• Do not disassemble charger or battery pack,
contact Tool Service Center at 1-800-284-TOOL
(8665) when service or repair is required.

• Do not store the tool and battery pack in damp or
wet locations or where the temperature may reach
or exceed 50°C (122°F) (such as a metal tool shed,
or a car in the summer), which can lead to
deterioration of battery’s ability to hold a charge.

• Do not pierce or open battery casing.

• Do not charge battery pack when the temperature

is below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F).

• The charger is designed to operate on standard
120V AC electrical power only. Do not use it on any
other voltage.

• Charge the battery pack in a well-ventilated
location.

• Only use battery and charger with accessories
designed for ABB Model TBM62CR-LI.

• Do not use recycled or secondary market
accessories or batteries.

CAUTION:
Battery and Charger Use and Care - continued

• Do not short the battery pack or allow metal
objects to touch the terminals.

• After removing the battery pack from the tool or
the charger, always re-attach the pack cover.

• Replace damaged or deteriorated battery pack.
Follow proper disposal of old battery pack.

Features:

• Fully automatic, self-contained power tool.

• Removable battery cartridge - simply change the

cartridge for continuous use.

• One handed operation - control ram advancement
and retraction with one hand.

• Accepts Burndy “W” Dies.

Specifications:

Hydraulic Compression Tool - TBM62CR-LI:

• Drive Unit: 18V DC motor

• Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.3"W x 15.8"H

• Weight: 5.9 lbs.

• Capacities: #8-600 kcmil CU or #8-400 Aluminum

• Jaw Opening: 1.8"

Battery (BAT-MK):

• Battery type: MAKITA LXT Lithium Ion*

• Voltage: 18V DC

• Capacities: 5.0Ah

• Weight: 1.4 lbs.

• Charging time: 45 min. 100% Capacity

Charger (CHR-MK):

• Input voltage: 120V 50-60 HZ AC Single Phase

• Weight: 1.7 lbs.

* ABB Ins tallation Product s Inc. and its related com panies are not aff iliated, asso ciated , author ized, sponsor ed, endorsed by or in any way of ficially connec ted with
Makita Corporation or any of its subsidiaries or its affiliates. MAKITA and LXT are trademarks of Makita Corporation.

Air vent

Battery

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Parts and Accessories:

• Hydraulic Compression Tool (TBM62CR-LI)

Ram

Release button

Advance trigger

Battery

• Battery (BAT-MK)

Hanging strap

Contacts

Operating Instructions:

Charging the battery

1. Connect the battery charger BAT-MK to 120V AC Charging
light will repeatedly flash green.

2. Insert the Battery firmly into the charger. The LED Lamp lights
in red [CHARGING] and a brief preset melody will play. NOTE: If
one or more lights flash red [HIGH TEMPERATURE], allow
battery to remain in charger until cool before charging can
initiate. NOTE: Do not place any foreign objects in the Charger.

3. Full charge (100%) achieved in approximately 45 minutes. LED
lamp lights green and melody or beep will indicate
completion.

4. When the battery will no longer charge or hold a charge, the
LED Lamp blinks alternately from green to red
[IMPOSSIBLE TO CHARGE].

5. When the charger is out of order, the LED Lamp does not light
up even if AC power is supplied. NOTE: Do not power the
Charger with a portable generator or any other power source
other than 120V AC.

LED Lamps

• Charger (CHR-MK)

Contacts

• Tool Hand Bag

LED lamps

Charger

Attaching & Detaching the battery pack

1. Slide Battery into the base of the Tool until it stops and the
latches engage.

2. Gently pull Battery without pressing the latches.

3. To detach, pull out the Battery while pressing the latches.

Tool

Latch

Battery

Pull out

Slide in

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 1

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 3

To close, lift the C-Head until it is securely
engages to the latch

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Compression cycles

This guide indicates the number of compression cycles that the
TBM62CR-LI can be expected to perform when the battery is fully
charged. These figures are approximate and will vary according
to the charging and other operating conditions, such as
temperature, humidity, and battery condition.

Conductor Average compressions per charge

BAT- MK

4/0 - 4/0 H-Tap 375

500 kcmil 480

Switch operation

1. The ram advances when the Trigger is depressed and stops
when the Trigger is released.

2. To retract the ram, depress the Release button. The ram
continues to retract while the Release button is depressed. If
the auto-retract feature is activated, the ram will automatically
retract after the crimp is completed. See “Compression
operation” section, page 4 for instructions on enabling and
disabling the auto-retract function.

Release button

the LED will flash red and a series of audible beeps will sound
alerting the user the cycle was not completed.

10. If desired, the user may press the release button at any time
to retract the ram. The ram continues to retract while the
release button is pressed. The ram stops when it is fully
retracted.

11. Remove the compressed connector from the tool.

Lift Latch

DBL Dies

or

6 Ton Series Dies

2

Die Retaining
Screw

1

Die Retaining
Screw

Advance trigger

Compression operation

1. Retract the Ram fully by pressing the release button (Switch
Operation, page 4).

2. Open the tool head by lifting the Latch (Figure 1).

3. Select the appropriate size dies for the connector being used.

4. Loosen the two Die Retaining Screws. Insert one die half into
the C-head and then insert the other half of the die into the
Ram (Figure 2). Tighten the Die Retaining Screws.

5. The tool also accepts Burndy “W” type dies. Use of Burndy “W”
dies requires that the die set DBL be installed first according
to step 4. The “W” dies are then installed over the DBL dies
and are secured in place by the spring loaded pins (Figure 3).

6. Close by lifting the C-Head until it is securely engaged to the
Latch (Figure 4).

7. Place connector between the dies. Press the trigger and
advance the Ram so the connector is held lightly between the
dies. Do not deform the connector.

8. Insert the conductor into the connector.

9. Press the trigger until the compression is complete. The ram
will advance and once the cycle is complete, the tool will
automatically shut off and retract. A green LED will appear on
the display followed by an audible beep to alert the user the
compression was completed. If the cycle was not completed,

“W” Dies

2

Latch engaged

C-Head

Ram

1

Spring
loaded pin

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Troubleshooting guide:
Before you begin

1. Make sure that the battery is charged. Recheck the battery
after several minutes to make sure the battery is holding its
charge.

2. Use a nonflammable contact cleaner or pencil eraser to clean
the electrical contacts on the battery and tool.

3. Reinstall the battery and check the tool again.

Problem Cause Solution

Motor runs but
the tool jaws will
not advance

Motor runs, tool
jaws advance, but
will not build
pressure

Motor will not run
at all

Tool jaws will not
release

For parts or service, contact Tool Service Center at 1-800-284-TOOL (8665)

Insufficient hydraulic oil Contact Tool Service Center

for repair serv ice

Air block in hydraulic

system

Invert tool to allow air to

rise towards the top of the

oil bladder

Defective hydraulic circuit Contact Tool Serv ice Center

for repair serv ice

Insufficient hydraulic oil Contact Tool Serv ice Center

for repair serv ice

Defec tive suction valve or

bypass cartridge

Contact Tool Serv ice Center

for repair serv ice

Defective battery Charge or replace battery

Bad contact or loose

battery connections

Check all connections and

wires

Misaligned switch Check to make sure that

switch is properly aligned

with trigger

Contact Tool Serv ice Center

for repair serv ice

Tool did not complete a full

cycle and bypass

Press trigger and allow tool

to bypass,

then release tool jaws

Connector is jammed in

tool jaws

Press and hold release

trigger while prying tool

jaws apart

Relea se trigger is bent or

misaligned

Contact Tool Serv ice

Center for repair service

Maintenance notes:

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