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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USAGE AND MAINTENANCE OF CRIMPING HANDTOOL K730
To obtain best crimping results, trouble-free function and long lifetime of the tool, please follow further instructions for
usage and maintenance.
Terminating procedure
After cable and microplug have been prepared, open handtool and
insert microplug assembly into the opening of the die set (as shown
on Fig.1.) until plugs´ locking tab (A) snaps into place. Check if
microplug is properly positioned in the die set and slowly close the
tool completely until ratchet mechanism is released. Press locking tab
(A) on the microplug and remove crimped connection from the die set.
Fig.1.
Unblocking the tool
Should the handtool become blocked during the work due to faulty crimp or because of presence of an foreign object
in the tools’ mechanism, the obstruction must be removed before the work with the tool is resumed by performing
following actions:
IMPORTANT: Apply working force on the tool
handles while unblocking. It will prevent hurting
yourself and possible damages of the tool.
Using small screwdriver or similar tool, push the
ratchet relief (A), located inside moving handle, ( Fig.
2.) in direction as shown to unblock the tool, and
remove obstruction before continuing with the work.
With this tool
only
microplugs of
appropriate type
have to be used. Crimping microplugs of unsuitable
type may result with unsatisfactory characteristics of
crimped connections and eventually with damaging of
the tools and is to be strictly avoided.
Fig. 2.
Although tools’ lever system allows user to exert very high forces, forcing the tool by any means into closed position
by applying very large force onto handles is to be
strictly avoided
as it may cause irreparable damage to crimping
dies and/or to handtool itself.
Tool regulation procedure
After prolonged work period, tool crimping performance can change slightly due to final self-adjustment of the tools’
components. That is why handtool is equipped with eccentric axle which allows periodical adjustment of the crimping
force and tool recalibration to maintain correct crimp performance.
1. Loosen and remove allen head screw (A) using a 2.5
mm allen wrench. (Fig.3.)
2. Using a screw driver turn eccentric axle (B) and
toothed adjustment wheel (C) into new position.
dir for enlarging crimping force and
reducing gap between crimping dies
direction – for reducing crimping force and
enlarging gap between crimping dies
3. Reinstall allen head screw (A) and tighten it.
Fig. 3.
General remarks
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Crimping handtool K730 with corresponding die sets is intended for crimping of modular microplugs. Using this
handtool for any other purpose or for crimping any other elements can result in damaging the tool and the elements
being crimped and prevention of its normal further functioning for what manufacturer cannot be held responsible.
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For removal of dust, moisture and other contaminants usage of clean brush or soft, lint-free cloth is recommended. Do
not use agressive agents (thinner, alcohol,...) or hard objects that could damage the tool.
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Make sure that during the work bearing surfaces, shafts and pivot points are protected with thin coat of quality
machine or motor oil. Do
not
oil excessively.
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When the tool is not in use, store it in a closed position – with handles closed. That will keep other objects from
becoming stuck between crimping dies and damaging them. Keep the tool in dry, clean area.