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EK COMBO TOOLPART NUMBER: 362R291

INSTRUCTION MANUAL



PRODUCT SAFETY

POLICY

*Solutia product name MCS-2361 - MSDS on file.

DO NOT OPERATE EQUIPMENT WHEN TIRED, STAY ALERT.

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Jaws of Life© products are designed andmanufactured to provide excellent service when

used for their intended purpose. Operator safety

is a major consideration in the product design and

operator manuals are provided to promote their

safe usage. Additionally, operator training programs

are offered by all authorized Jaws of Life

Distributors and this company.

Hale Products, Inc. urges all users of Jaws of Lifeproducts to read the Instruction Manual and to seek

operating instructions from qualified instructors

before attempting to use the products. Although

most safety precautions are addressed in factory

authorized training programs, as well as

throughout this manual, particular attention is

directed to the following:

Power units and tools shou ld be operated

by qualified personnel only.

Proper protective clothing should be

worn. (i.e. bunker gear, gloves, helmets,

face shields, etc.)

Inspect the equipment for obvious broken

or missing parts or damaged hoses

before and after use.

Keep clear of all moving parts.

When pulling, keep clear of chains.

When lifting, always use cribbing to shore

and stabili ze the object being lifted.

When storing tool, compensate for

possible pressure buildup from thermal

expansion of hydraulic fluid by connecting

the two short hoses on the tool, completing

the circu it. Move trigger in both directions

to equalize the pressure on both sides of the

piston.

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When removing the tool from a multi-tool

circui t, be sure the other tools are not in use and the dump valve is in the "closed"

position before disconnecting unit.

Be sure to follow all maintenance

procedures.

Return your warranty registration card.

Use only factory authorized service parts.

Use only Jaws of Life fire resistant hydraulic fluid.* Do not substitute other

brands of hydraulic fluid because

characteristics may differ. Fluid such as

brake fluid or automatic transmission

fluid will not work in the Jaws of Life

system and will damage the equipment.

Ear protection should be worn when

operating the 2-cycle and 4-cycle units.

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HYDRAULIC FLUID: Jaws Of Life® hydraulic fluid* is a custom blended phosphate ester fluid. In

case of skin contact, wash off with soap and water. In case of eye contact,

flush with generous amounts of running water. If discomfort persists following

flushing, see physician for symptomatic treatment.



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Remove rescue tool and charger fromcarton; inspect unit and confirm that allbolts and screws are securely fastened

and the unit has not been damaged inshipment.

Before using the tool for the first time, itmay be necessary to charge the tool'sinternal battery. Connect the tool to the

charger using the supplied charger cord.

ASSEMBLY/STORAGE

EK COMBO

TOOL



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To charge the external battery, connect thebattery cord to the charger and press the

charger on/off button. A steady greenlamp indicates the connected battery isfully charged.

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Once the battery is charged, the tool orexternal battery may remain connectedto the switched-on charger. The charger

automatically switches to "compensating"mode (steady green light) and will keepeither battery fully charged withoutharming it's service life.

WARNING: Do not operate theEK Combo tool while it's

being charged!

The tool main switch should be in the

"off" position during charging. Press theon/off switch on the charger to begincharging. The charging process may beinterrupted at any time by pressing theon/off switch and unplugging the

battery.

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Power Switch Mode =

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To operate the tool, the main switch mustbe in the "on" position. The LED's on the

charge indicator will illuminate. TheseLED's indicate the level of charge in theinternal battery.

The battery is fully charged when all threegreen LED's are illuminated. Each LEDrepresents 20% of battery capacity. (i.e.when only the red LED is on, a charge of 20% is still available)

Rotate the star valve handle in theclockwise direction to open the tool, andcounter clockwise to close the tool.

After use, leave a small gap betweenblade tips to compensate for any fluidexpansion during storage. Return themain switch to the "off" position to preventthe battery from being discharged by thepanel LED's when the tool is not in use.



Should you have to contact us about yourRescue Tool, refer to the tool serialnumber (found on the tool as shown). Thisserial identification will expedite anyservice you may required and will also

enable us to keep your records current.

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o The charger is controlled by an internal micro-

processor. Partially discharged batteries are onlycharged up to full battery capacity. The micro-processor prevents overcharging automatically.

o Battery temperature has an effect on chargingof a battery: - If the temperature of the battery is between50° F and 104°F (10°C to 40°C), the charger worksin "quick-charging" mode. This is the fastestcharging mode and is indicated by a steadyyellow light.

- If the temperature is between 41°F and 50°F(5°C to 10°C) or between 104°F and 122°F (40°C to

50°C)

the charger works in "accelerated" mode.This mode is indicated by a blinking yellow light.

- If the temperature is below 40°F (10°C) orabove 120°F (50°C) charging is not possible.(Indicated by a steady red LED)

o A new battery or one that has not been used for

a long time may require a few charge cycles toreach full power.

o The charging time for the 7 amp-hour spare

battery is approximately 2¾ hours in "quick-

charging" mode.

o The (NiCd) battery pack will slowly loose its

charge over time, even if it is not used.

o A shortened battery operating time after each

charge indicates the battery may need replacingsoon. If the battery is plugged into the chargerand the red LED flashes continuously, the batteryis defective and needs replacing.

o If the EK Combo tool is frequently dischargedpartially, then fully recharged, the accuracy of theindicator panel may decline. This can be preventedby a full discharge of the tool battery. A fulldischarge after every 5 charging cycles will keepthe indicatior panel correctly calibrated. This isvalid for spare batteries also.

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Use the front most groove area of theblade tips for enlarging a gap only. If approximately 50% of the grooved sectionof the blade tip is used, maximumspreading force can be applied.

To spread an automobile door open:

1. Operate the trigger handle to open theblade tips only wide enough to grab the

front edge of the door. Close the tips andpinch the door edge.

2. Rotate the tool to pry an entry opening inthe door.

3. With the blades fully closed, insert the tipsbetween the frame and the door. If the

opening is not large enough, repeat thepinch pry operation.

EK COMBO TOOL

SPREADING



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Insert the blade tips above or below thehinge or lock. Rotate the trigger handleclockwise to open the tool and spread thedoor.



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CAUTION: Hold blades perpendicular tothe material being cut. Material to be cutmust be secure so that it cannot twist.

WARNING: If tool is not held firmly or if the material is forced between the bladeflats, blade damage may result.

CAUTION: Avoid cutting a loose end. If unavoidable, be sure that the end of theobject to be cut is secure.

WARNING: Do not cut cables undertension. Do not cut electrical wires unlessabsolutely certain all electrical power hasbeen removed.

EK COMBO TOOL

CUTTING



To cut, rotate trigger handle clockwise toopen tool. Place blades around the objectto be cut. Maximum cutting forces areobtained nearest the central pivot point.When possible, start your cut at this point. After making the cut, rotate the triggerhandle counter clockwise to remove thetool.

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TROUBLESHOOTING AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE

DAILY MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONInspect carefully for Hydraulic leaks Check control valve operation for easy operation and free return.

Be sure all tool parts are clean.

Check that all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.

PROBLEMBlade arms cannot beclosed completely

Operating time betweenproper charging cyclesdecreases

Material to be cut slidesbetween blade arms

Tool does not reach

pressure

Motor does not start

Blinking red light oncharger

Steady red light on

charger

CAUSE Hydraulic Fluid is low

Battery needs replacing

Pivot bolt has loosened

Internal leakage or problem

Battery discharged Battery/electrical system problem

Battery failure

Battery is outside charging

temperature range

REMEDY Have tool filled by authorized personnel

Have internal battery checked/replaced by

authorized personnel

Tighten pivot bolt to 88-97 ft-lb

Have tool serviced by authorized personnel

Recharge battery or connect to external battery pack Have tool serviced by authorized personnel

Have internal battery checked/replaced by

authorized personnel

Make sure battery is between 40°F and 120°F

(5°C to 50°C) before charging.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE GUIDE*

* Call your authorized Jaws of Life Distributor for maintenance and annual inspection care.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE*

AFTER USE MAINTENANCE

Clean tool. Avoid using aggressive

detergents. CAUTION: Do not submerge the tool in water. Do not clean with a high pressure hose or water

jet. Lubricate the blades, links and pins with a light grease after cleaning the tool.

Check for wear or damage on all parts. Check that all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.

Inspect electrical connections. Repair loose connections or scorched cables.

ANNUAL INSPECTION* Check operation of tool to insure blades fully open and close.

Inspect carefully for Hydraulic leaks Check blades and other moving parts for damage and wear.

Replace operating decals, if necessary. Replace connectors, cables and fasteners

as required.

Clean and lubricate metal moving parts.

STORAGE Protect unit against moisture. Store in adequate space to prevent

damage to tool, batteries and charger.

CAUTION: Before storage, leave a

3/16" to 3/8" gap between blade tips to compensate for any fluid expansion.

6 MONTH MAINTENANCE Check operation of tool to insure blades fully open and close. Inspect carefully for Hydraulic leaks

Check blades and other moving parts

for damage and wear.

* Call your authorized Jaws of Life Distributor for maintenance and annual inspection care.

Interpreting other charger indicator lamps (see page 5)

Steady yellow lamp ... quick charge

blinking yellow lamp .. accelerated chargesteady green lamp..... full battery charge

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HYDRAULIC FLUID The hydraulic fluid should be checke by trained personnel if the blades ca

not be closed completely. It is recommended that the oil be changed by authorized personnel

every 3 years.

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