LINCOLN ELECTRIC KH538 Cable Crimping Tool User Guide
SAFETY TOPICS:
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SAFETY CHECKLIST:
Electric shock can kill.
Be sure to turn off the input power using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before working on the equipment.
Electric current flowing through any conductor causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding current creates EMF fields around welding cables and welding machines.
Make sure cables are not energized or connected to a power source before repairing cable.
Make sure you have all the necessary safety items. Gloves, Safety Glasses and closed toe shoes are recommended.
Tool Application: The cable crimping tool is used to replace or create new welding cables that require a cable lug at the end.
Tips: When crimping cable larger than 4/0 it may take multiple strikes to create the crimp.
Tool Operation
| STEP | ACTION |
| 1 | Make sure you have all the necessary safety items. Gloves, safety glasses and closed toe shoes. |
| 2 | Locate KH538 Cable Crimping tool |
| 3 | Locate hammer, new cable and welding lug. |
| 4 | Cable will need to have insulation removed in order to provide proper connection. |
| 5 | Place the cable lug on the end of the cable receiving the cable lug |
| 6 | Lift handle on crimping tool and insert cable and lug into “v” notch. |
| 7 | With Crimping tool on flat solid surface strike the top of the tool with a hammer. (may require multiple strikes to crimp large cables |
| 8 | Remove cable from tool and operation is complete. |
Need more information?
Questions or Problems Contact:
Lincoln Electric Customer Service at 866-236-0044 or visit www.LincolnElectric.com
Vendor Website: www.lincolnelectric.com
Support Phone Number: 866‐236‐0044
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