WARNING
Read and understand these instructions, the electrical tool in-
structions, the instructions for the connector to be crimped and
the warnings and instructions for all equipment and material
being used before operating this tool to reduce the risk of seri-
ous personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
•
Keep your fingers and hands away from the crimp head during
the crimping cycle.
Your fingers or hands can be crushed, frac-
tured or amputated if they are caught between the indenters or these
components and any other object.
•
This tool is not insulated for use on or near energized con-
ductors.
Use of this tool on or near energized conductors may lead
to electrical shock, causing severe injury or death.
•
Large forces are generated during product use that can break
or throw parts and cause injury.
Stand clear during use and wear
appropriate protective equipment, including eye protection.
•
Never repair a damaged head.
A head that has been welded,
ground, drilled or modified in any manner can break during use.
Never replace individual components. Discard damaged heads to
reduce the risk of injury.
•
Only use a RIDGID
®
or ILSCO
®
Electrical Tool with this RIDGID
®
4P-6 4PIN™ Dieless Crimp Head.
Use of other tools with this head
may damage the head, crimp tool, or result in serious injury.
•
Use proper tool, die, connector and cable combination.
Improper
combinations can result in an incomplete or improper crimp which in-
creases the risk of fire, severe injury or death.
Selection of appropriate materials and joining methods is
the responsibility of the system designer and/or installer. Before any in-
stallation is attempted, careful evaluation of the specific re quire ments
should be completed. Consult connector manufacturer for selection in-
formation.
If you have any questions concerning this RIDGID
®
product:
• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
• Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local RIDGID
contact point.
• Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at rtctechservic -
[email protected], or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-3456.
Description
The RIDGID 4P-6 4PIN Dieless Crimp Head is designed to crimp elec-
trical compression connectors to their respective wires from 8 AWG up
to and including 750 MCM Class B copper wire, 500 MCM fine stranded
wire or 500 MCM aluminum wire.
The Crimp Head attaches to a RIDGID or ILSCO Electrical Tool and
can rotate 360 degrees with the RIDGID QuickChange System™
(QCS™). It includes a special quick acting latching system.
Figure 1 – 4P-6 4PIN Dieless Crimp Head
Specification
Max. Size Cable ....750 MCM Class B Copper Wire,
500 MCM Aluminum Wire
500 MCM Fine Stranded Wire
Compatible QCS
Type ........................6T QCS
Tool Input Force......13,500 lbf 6-ton (60kN)
Weight ....................5.8 lb (2.6 kg)
Inspection/Maintenance
Inspect the Crimp Head before each use for issues that could affect
safe use.
1. With the battery removed from the tool, depress the QCS sleeve
and remove the head.
2. Clean the Crimp Head and remove all dirt, oil, grease, and debris
to aid in inspection and improve control. Pay close attention to the
QCS coupling to ensure there is no debris to damage the coupling.
3. Inspect the head for:
• Proper assembly and completeness.
• Wear, corrosion or other damage. Dimples in the grooves of the
QCS are normal with use and are not considered damage.
• Make sure that the latch works properly and securely closes.
• Presence and readability of head markings.
If any issues are found, do not use head until corrected.
4. Inspect the electrical tool and any other equipment being used as
directed in their instructions.
5. The QCS coupling is lubricated for life at the factory and does not
require any further lubrication. Lubricate the pivot points of the
latch with a light weight general purpose lubricating oil. Wipe off
any excess oil.
Set-Up/Operation
1. Prepare the connection to be crimped per the connector manu-
facturer’s instructions.
2. Choose the appropriate crimp equipment for the application per
their specifications. Make sure all equipment is inspected and set
up per its instructions.
3. Remove the battery from the tool. Depress the QCS sleeve on the
electrical tool and remove/insert the head. Release the sleeve to
retain the head. Confirm that the head is fully inserted and locked
into tool before turning ON. (If head will not lock into QCS, ensure
tool ram is fully retracted by pressing the pressure release button).
4. With dry hands install the tool battery.
5. If needed, open the head by pushing the latch to the side and ro-
tating out
(Figure 2)
. Close the head around the connector to be
crimped. Make sure that the latch is fully closed – do not operate
the tool with the latch open or partially open.
Figure 2 – Opening/Closing the Crimp Head
Figure 3 – Aligning Connector With the Fixed Indenter
6. Follow all compression connector manufacturers’ instructions for
crimp location. Some wire sizes may require more than one crimp
per connector.
Center the connector squarely against the fixed indenter (mounted
on latch)
(Figure 3)
. If the connector is not centered on the fixed
indenter or is between the indenters, an improper crimp and tool
damage can result.
4P-6 4PIN™ Dieless Crimp Head Instructions
RIDGID
®
© RIDGID, Inc. 9/14
EC41065
085-003-342.10
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NOTICE
Latch Spring
Fixed Indenter
QCS
Coupling
Movable Indenters
Latch
Fixed
Indenter
Connector
Latch
