#HC-16 & HC16-PL Hydraulic Cable Cutters Video Transcript
Welcome to Loos and Company’s How-To Video Series Demonstrating our LOCOLOC line of tools
In this video we will be demonstrating the proper use of our HC-16 Hydraulic cable cutter
This tool is capable of cutting cables up to 5/8’s diameter stainless steel and galvanized cable
Our HC-16 tool comes labeled as shown with our part number and lot number for traceability
And comes with a complete set of instructions to guide you in the proper operation of your cable cutter
As well as a detailed parts list, should your cutter ever need service or replacement parts
Also included is a pouch to store your cable cutter, to keep it clean of any dirt and debris
Note the warning label on each of our tools
Do not use the tool around electrical wires or in an electrical panel and always wear safety goggles
Also avoid advancing the blade under pressure without any material in the cutting head
In this demonstration we will be cutting a 5/16ths galvanized cable
Prior to cutting, make sure the cable being cut is within the material guidelines and the capacity of the tool
Do not use this tool to cut extra high-strength guy wire or bridge strand
Begin by opening the cutter head by lifting the latch
Insert the cable between the cutter head and the blade and secure the latch
Failure to secure the latch properly can result in severe tool damage and personal injury
Align the material 90 degrees to the angle of the blade
This will ensure a proper cut with minimal distortion
If the material is cut at any other angle, severe blade damage can occur
Proceed by pumping the handle to advance the blade
Once the blade has made contact with the material, recheck your alignment
Maintain 90-degree angle and continue to pump the handle and cut the material
Once the cut is made, the release lever on the side of the tool body can be depressed to retract the blade
If necessary, blades can be sharpened as per the enclosed instructions and spare blades are readily available
There are no adjustments on our HC-16 hydraulic cutter
Should your tool ever need reconditioning, parts, or repair, please contact our factory
This concludes our video demonstration, thank you for watching
