Use and Care Manual

Dwg Name: 139168ART Dwg No: 139168

ECO No: 28072 Pkg Dwg Ref: 1658 Rev: G

Color Reference: N/A

Recommended Care & Maintenance of Klein Grips

WARNINGS:

• For use by properly trained professionals

ONLY

• Grips are only to be used temporarily during installation,

NOT

for permanent anchorage.

• When used on/or near energized lines, ground, insulate, or isolate grip before pulling.

• Before each use, clean jaw area and inspect grip for proper operation to avoid slippage.

• Always match proper grip to application.

•

DO NOT

exceed rated capacity.

SELECTION:

Three factors are used to select the proper grip application:

1. Type of wire or cable.

2. Outside diameter of wire or cable.

3. Maximum safe load required.

For assistance in selecting the proper grip for your application:

1. See our interactive Grip Selection Guide.

2. Contact your local Klein Tools Distributor.

3. Call Klein Tools at 1-844-395-3235 or 1-800-KLEIN76.

OSHA INFORMATION:

OSHA requires that all hand tools and equipment be maintained in good working order

and that they be free from damage caused by wear or abuse (OSHA Part 1910, Subpart

P, Section 1910.242). In addition, OSHA Part 1926, Subpart V, Section 1926.955,

paragraphs (C) (7) (ii) and (C) (8) specifically state that: “The manufacturer’s load

rating shall not be exceeded for stringing lines, pulling lines, sock connections, and all

load-bearing hardware and accessories.” “Conductor grips shall not be used on wire rope

unless designed for this application.”

See back for cleaning, lubricating and inspection instructions.

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Recommended Care & Maintenance of Klein Grips • • • • • • WARNINGS: For use by properly trained professionals ONLY. Grips are only to be used temporarily during installation, NOT for permanent anchorage. When used on/or near energized lines, ground, insulate, or isolate grip before pulling. Before each use, clean jaw area and inspect grip for proper operation to avoid slippage. Always match proper grip to application. DO NOT exceed rated capacity.
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CLEANING: 1. Use the Klein Grip Cleaning Wire Brush (Cat. No. 25450) or emery cloth to clean the surfaces of grip jaws. 2. Spray cleaner-degreaser on the grip jaws, all joints and all moving parts. 3. Use the Klein Grip Cleaning Wire Brush to remove dirt and debris from jaws. 4. Wipe grips dry with soft cloth. Repeat all steps until grip is completely clean. NOTE: Aluminum strand conductors may have a die-grease coating which can deposit on grip jaws.