GAUGING PROCEDURE
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CHECKING HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Lay the tool on a flat surface as shown in Figure 3.
Open handle and release it so that it will close of its
own weight.
2. Measure the handle spread distance at the inner
surface of the handle tips as shown in Figure 3.
3. If the distance is 14”±1/2” the tool is adjusted
properly. If not, the tool should be adjusted.
HANDLE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
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Adjustment Screw
HANDLE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
1. Turn Adjustment screw clockwise to increase
handle spread and counterclockwise to decrease
handle spread (Refer to Figure 3).
14” ±1/2”
Figure 3
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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.
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1. Close the tool jaws until they bottom.
2. Select the side of the tool to be gauged (For copper or aluminum).
3. Move indenter until the pointer slot aligns with the selected cable size. The adjusting wheel should be in a
positive detented position. For copper cables select 2/0. For aluminum cables select 2 GA.
4. Gauge the crimping area with a suitable pin gauge. The gauge diameter must fall within .405 ±.010 for 2/0
copper cables and .350 ±.010 for 2 GA aluminum cables.
