Danfoss FT1370 Crimp Machine Operator’s Manual
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Crimping Procedures
1. Select and load the proper die cage. Be sure to lubricate the
dies with high efficiency PTFE grease (Danfoss part number
T-400-G)
2. Select the proper shim and install it on top of the pusher. Pivot
the shim so it rests along the tie bar.
3. Position fitting within the crimp cage and begin the crimp
cycle by activating the hydraulic power source (i.e. hand pump,
air/hydraulic foot pedal, etc.).
4. The cylinder will extend and force the dies into the crimp ring.
When the dies make contact with the fitting, be certain the
alignment corresponds to the figure in the current Danfoss
Crimp Specifications bulletin (A MatchMate Plus fitting is
shown in Figure A).
5. Completion of crimp cycle. When the fitting is fully
crimped, the cylinder will stop. This can be verified by the
location of the shim on the tie bar. If the shim has passed
completely into the black portion of the tie bar (the top of
the shim will be in-line with the bottom of the red decal),
the crimp is complete. If shim is still in the red portion of
the tie bar, the cylinder has not fully extended and the
crimp is incomplete.
6. Release the hydraulic pressure on the power source to retract
the cylinder.
7. Verify the correct crimp diameter.
Operating Instructions
Refer to the
PowerSource Crimp Spec Tool at danfoss.com/
crimp
for the proper hose/fitting combinations, crimp diameters,
crimp ovality and crimp length. Use the
JA906 - Die Cage / Shim
Selection Table
(included with machine) for proper die cage and
shim selection.
Figure A
Proper Crimping Position
for MatchMate Plus® Fittings
WARNING:
Maintain clear distance from all moving parts.
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