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ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specied for the battery. For spe-
cic charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always remove the battery pack
any time the tool is not in use.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
An incomplete or faulty crimp could cause a
re. Jaws, dies, and connectors must be used
in an APPROVED COMBINATION to achieve a
successful operation. Improper combinations
can result in a faulty crimp. Electric shock, re,
explosion, and property damage could occur.
To avoid injury, inspect the cylinder, clevis, nest,
and pin for cracks or damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the tool, do not
operate the tool without the retaining
pin fully inserted and locked into position. Dam-
age to the cylinder or clevis may occur.
Changing the Dies
Inspect dies and connectors before use. Only use
properly matched dies and connectors for the ap-
propriate crimping jaws. Refer to Specications for
die/connector/crimping jaws compatibility.
1. Remove the battery pack.
2. Push in the retaining pins and snap the appropriate
dies into each side of the crimping jaws. Release
the retaining pins.
3. To remove, push in the retaining pins 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.
ONE-KEY™ Indicator
Solid Blue Wireless mode is active and ready
to be congured via the ONE-KEY™
app.
Blinking Blue Tool is actively communicating with
the ONE-KEY™ app.
Blinking Red Tool is in security lockout and can
be unlocked by the owner via the
ONE-KEY™ app.
OPERATION
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.
Keep hands away from crimping jaws while
tool is in use. Fingers could be crushed.
Always remove battery pack before changing
or removing accessories. Only use accessories
specically recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Always wear proper eye protection marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1.
When working in dusty situations, wear appro-
priate respiratory protection or use an OSHA
compliant dust extraction solution.
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
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 instruc-
tions. Other uses may cause damage to the tool,
accessories, and workpiece.
1. Insert battery pack.
2. Place jaws with installed dies around the connector.
3. Hold tool securely. Press and hold the trigger.
4. When the cycle is complete the tool will switch o
and the indicator will light. Release the trigger.
LED
Indicator Denition
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 opera-
tion.
Flashing
Red/Green
(after Solid
Green or
Solid Red)
Tool has reached its service interval
(40,000 crimps). Red/Green ashing
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No. ..................................................... 2979-20
Volts .............................................................. 18 DC
Battery Type .................................................M18™
Charger Type ................................................M18™
Module/FCC ID ............................BGM11S/QOQ11
High Voltage Field Rating ........................... 34.5 kV
Force ............................................................6 Tons
Weight ..........................................................6.4 lbs
(Tool only)
Weight ..........................................................9.7 lbs
(With heaviest compatible battery pack)
Recommended Ambient
Operating Temperature ......................0°F to 125°F
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct Current
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 re-
quired, ensure all proper precautions, in-
cluding those contained in NFPA 70E,
have been taken rst.
WARNING
Keep hands away from
crimping jaws while 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 operator's manual
C
US
UL Listing for Canada and U.S.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
10
1. Workpiece LEDs
2. Crimp indicator LED
3. Electronic
release buttons
4. Backup
release valve
5. Hanger
6. ONE-KEY™ indicator
7. Handle
8. Trigger
9. W-die retention pin
10. D3 crimping grooves
2
1
3
5
6
7
8
9
4
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.
6. LEDs will light the workpiece when the trigger is
pulled.
Electronic Release Buttons
If the jaws need to be opened without completing the
cycle, press either of the electronic release buttons.
Hold tool securely until the jaws retract fully.
Backup Release Valve
If the jaws must be opened without the battery pack
installed, press and hold the backup release valve.
Hold tool securely until the cylinder retracts fully.
NOTE: The manual release valve can be dicult to
operate when the tool ram is fully extended. For best
results, push straight down centered on the button.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
unplug the charger and remove the
battery pack from the charger or tool before
performing any maintenance. Never disassemble
the tool, battery pack or charger. Contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for ALL repairs.
Maintaining Tool
Keep your tool, battery pack and charger in good
repair by adopting a regular maintenance program.
Inspect your tool for issues such as undue noise,
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, or any other condition that may aect the tool
operation. Return the tool, battery pack, and charger
to a MILWAUKEE service facility for repair. After six
months to one year, depending on use, return the
tool, battery pack and charger to a MILWAUKEE
service facility for inspection.
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 prop-
erly, return the tool, charger and battery pack, to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repairs.
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