BLUE
GREY
RED
BROWN
Push to
Release
Die Wheel
Green Die
C-TAPS ONLY
Model No.
Model No.
BLUE
GREY
RED
BROWN
Push to
Release
Die Wheel
Green Die
C-TAPS ONL
Y
TABLE 1
TBM45S GAGING
REQUIREMENTS
NEST
GAGING
MIN. − MAX.
RED
.175 − .187
BLUE
.212 − .224
GREY
.265 − .277
BROWN
.324 − .336
GREEN
.406 − .418
NOTE:
Calibration verification procedure should be performed whenever damage or suspected damage has occurred or as
often as operation conditions warrant.
To release the SHURE STAKE
®
mechanism, push up on the release bar
until the ratchet teeth are disengaged.
SHURE STAKE
®
Mechanism
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants
with a clean brush or a soft, lint-free cloth.
2. DO NOT use on objects that could damage the tool.
3. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing
surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good
SAE No. 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil excessively.
4. Keep handles closed when not in use to prevent
objects from becoming lodged in the crimping dies.
5. Store tool in a cool, dry area.
Figure 4
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WARRANTY:
Thomas & Betts sells this product with the understanding that the user will perform all necessary tests to determine the suitability of this product for the user’s intended
application. Thomas & Betts warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period stated on the enclosed warranty card. Upon prompt notification of
any warranted defect, Thomas & Betts will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product or refund the purchase price. Proof of purchase is required. Misuse or unauthorized modification
of the product voids all warranties.
Limitations and Exclusions:
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS THE SOLE WARRANTY CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT, AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. LIABILITY FOR
BREACH OF THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THOMAS & BETTS BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Thomas & Betts Corporation
Memphis, Tennessee
www.tnb.com
For parts, service, repair and
calibration, contact the Thomas & Betts
Tool Service Center at 1-800-284-TOOL (8665).
WARNING
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS
AWAY FROM DIE NEST
DURING GAGING OR
CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
2.1
Tool must be free of cracks, sharp edges and any other
obvious imperfections that may affect performance of the
tool. Nest area must be free of burrs, dents or scratches
.
Visual Inspection
CRIMP ASSIST
®
Foot
Figure 3
1.2
1.3
For larger wire and terminal combinations
that require more force to complete the crimp,
it may be useful to press the tool against a
flat work surface (i.e. worktable, floor, etc.) to
gain more leverage. The patent pending Crimp
Assist™ foot helps stabilize the tool during
this type of operation.
FLAT WORK SURFACE
Place
CRIMP ASSIST
®
foot
flat on surface for
increased leverage.
Maintenance
1.4
2.0
GAGING VERIFICATION
2.2
1. Wipe die nest before gaging.
2. Rotate wheel to desired nest.
3. Close handles until SHURE
STAKE
®
mechanism just
trips
.
4. Insert gage pin into nest. The
correct gage pin size should enter nest area freely
with a minimum amount of finger pressure. The
gaging shall fall with in the limits specified in Table A.
Gaging Procedure
Gage Pin
