Operator’s Manual
5
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
United States and Canada
WARNING
To reduce the risk of arc
ash, electric shock and
property damage, work on deenergized
lines when possible. Tool is not insulated.
Should work on energized lines be
required, ensure all proper precautions,
including those contained in NFPA 70E,
have been taken rst.
WARNING
Keep hands away from
jaws while tool is in use.
Fingers could be injured.
To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety
goggles or glasses with side shields
when operating or servicing the tool.
Read operator's manual.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
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Inserting/Removing the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
changing or removing accesso-
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Inserting/Removing the Crimping Jaws
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the locking thumb screw (when used)
from the back of the retaining pin.
3. Push in, then rotate the retaining pin counterclock-
wise 90° . The pin will pop out.
4. Insert the crimping jaws. Line up the center hole
with the retaining pin.
5. Push in the retaining pin, then rotate clockwise
90° .
6. 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.
7. Rotate the jaws to the desired angle.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the tool, do not
operate the tool without the retain-
ing pin fully inserted and locked into position.
Damage to the cylinder may occur.
WARNING
An incomplete or faulty crimp could
MILWAUKEE crimping jaw 49-16-U000 or 49-16-
U111, "U" dies, and connectors for which they
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 Table A for die/connector
compatibility.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Open jaws by squeezing back of crimping head
together.
3. Snap the appropriate dies into each side of the
crimping jaws. Release the jaws.
4. To remove, open jaws by squeezing back of crimp-
ing head together. Pull out the die release tabs.
Pull dies out from crimping jaws.
ONE-KEY™
To learn more about the ONE-KEY™ functionality
for this tool, go to milwaukeetool.com/One-Key. To
download the ONE-KEY™ app, visit the App Store
or Google Play from your smart device.
Cutting Jaws (not included)
The Crimper is compatible with the following
MILWAUKEE cutting jaws. Refer to the cutting jaws'
instructions for use.
Jaw Type Maximum Capacity
750 MCM Cu/AL Jaws
(Cat. No. 49-16-2780)
750 MCM Cu/1000 MCM Al
OPERATION
WARNING
electric shock and property
damage, work on deenergized lines when
precautions, including those contained in NFPA
Keep hands away from crimping jaws
crushed.
or removing accessories. Only use accessories
To reduce the risk of injury, always wear proper
eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Crimping
Before crimping:
•
Inspect the jaws and dies for cracks or other dam-
age. Do not use damaged jaws or dies. Contact a
MILWAUKEE
service facility.
•
Ensure retaining pin is properly seated and dies are
properly installed.
•
Jaws, dies, connectors, and cables must
be used in
an APPROVED COMBINATION
. Improper combi-
nations can result in a faulty crimp.
•
Inspect and discard workpieces with cracks or wear
before use. Materials may crack or shatter.