Entegris, Inc. | P/N 01-1040855 | Rev. E 02/18
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PRIMELOCK FITTING HANDHELD INSERTION TOOL
iii. Slowly depress the drill trigger clockwise,
driving the insert into the tube until the
tube contacts the mandrel shoulder.
iv. Reverse the drill’s direction and slowly
depress the drill trigger counterclockwise
until the mandrel is free from the tube
assembly. Unclamp the tube.
9. For 3⁄8" to 1 1⁄2" sizes, rotate the handle in a
counterclockwise direction until the mandrel is
free from the tube assembly. Unclamp the tube.
10. Verify the insert has been properly installed
into the end of the tube. The insert has molded
indication lines for gauging proper installation
in the tube. For correct installation, the tubing
will cover all or at least a portion of the indication
lines. The insert does not need to be pushed
fully into the tube.
FOR
1
⁄
4
" INSTALLATION ONLY
—
NOTE: Verify the mandrel is fully retracted by rotating
the handle counterclockwise until it stops.
Verify the correct size mandrel and clamp inserts are
installed for the desired tube size. Refer to PrimeLock
Accessories on www.entegris.com.
NOTE: The mandrel is removed by pulling the retaining
pin and sliding it off the tool.
1. Slide the insert onto the mandrel as shown.
2. The 1⁄4" insert does not have installation indication
lines and can be installed in either direction.
3. Insert the cut end of the tubing through the
PrimeLock nut.
4. Place the tubing assembly into the clamp.
Installation
indication lines
Correct installation of insert.
Correct installation of insert.
Installation
indication lines
Incorrect installation of insert.
Installation
indication lines
Insert
