408-35042
Rev C
12
of 26
Insulation Crimp
The insulation crimp is adjustable in increments of 0.19 mm [.0075 in.] by pulling the Insulation Crimp Dial out
(see Figure 11) and turning it to line up with the number (1 through 18) that it is shown at the indicator notch on
the ram; No. 1 makes the loosest crimp and No. 18 makes the tightest crimp. The maximum range of
adjustment is approximately 3.30 mm [.130 in.]. To find the desired insulation crimp, start with No. 1, make test
crimps, then increase the setting one number at a time until the proper insulation crimp height is achieved.
NOTE
Some applicators may have a special Insulation Crimp Dial that differs in range and increments than described. Refer to the
marking on the front of the Insulation Crimp Dial for correct increments.
Terminal Strip Feed
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Mechanical Feed Applicator
NOTE
When adjusting a mechanical feed applicator, always start by properly adjusting the stroke length. Then adjust the fine feed
adjustment to locate the terminal over the anvil.
1. With the terminal strip properly loaded, check the position of the lead terminal over the Anvil. Locate
the Feed Pawl in the desired feed pilot hole of the carrier strip. Actuate the applicator to move the
Feed Pawl forward. The lead terminal must be centered over the Anvil.
2. Watch the Feed Pawl as the machine is hand-cycled (or slowly cycled) several times. It should have
enough over-travel on the backstroke to pick up the next terminal, but not so much over-travel that the
Feed Pawl passes completely over the feed hole.
NOTE
At the end of its backstroke, the Feed Pawl should be at the back edge of the feed hole to be used. The backstroke must not
be longer than this; otherwise, the Feed Pawl might not drop into the feed hole.
If the forward limit and backstroke setting are correct, the feed adjustments are complete. If not, continue
with the next step.
NOTE
There are two adjustments that work in combination to properly position the lead terminal over the Anvil and give the proper
backstroke position to pick up the next terminal feed hole. Use one or both adjustment types to properly adjust the applicator.
3. If the lead terminal is not centered on the Anvil, make note of the position and continue to cycle the
applicator to check the backstroke position.
NOTE
At the end of its backstroke, the Feed Pawl should be at the back edge of the feed hole to be used. The back-stroke must not
be longer than this; otherwise, the Feed Pawl might not drop into the feed hole.
If the lead terminal is not centered over the Anvil and the backstroke position is incorrect, both the stroke
length and the fine feed position must be adjusted. Stroke length (backstroke position) must be adjusted
before final centering of the terminal over the Anvil. Continue with the next step.
4. Loosen the Stroke Length Adjustment Lock Screw (see Figure 14).
