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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
This crimper requires minimal maintenance. However, the following practices are recommended
to ensure maximum reliability and service.
LUBRICATION
Periodically Redistribute grease build up.
The crimper is designed to automatically redistribute some grease
around the cone.
Grease will also build up over time as some is pushed out. This can
be redistributed with a brush periodically.
At the rear of the crimper, use a grease brush to distribute grease
inward that has been pushed out by crimping action. To properly
care for your machine this should be done every 100 crimps, or
whenever a significant amount of grease has been pushed out of
circulation.
Periodically apply fresh Tungsten Disulphide grease.
If cone becomes shiny, use a brush to apply a tablespoon of fresh
Tungsten Disulphide grease around the cone. The machine comes
with Tungsten Disulphide grease, which is far more effective
than alternatives. Do not use alternative grease, as this will
contaminate the grease on your machine. Using alternatives will
void warranty.
TORQUE BOLTS
Periodically check torque bolts
.
Check torque on flange bolts every 6 months. Torque settings is
330 Nm, or 243 ftlb.
FOAM FILLER PADS
Periodically inspect filler pads.
The crimper will not retract if foam filler pads are clogged with
grease, in which case the foam filler pads need to be replaced.
Inspect filler pads every 1000 crimp cycles. Foam should return to
original shape after compression. If foam pad does not fill space
between die shoes, order new set and install. (product number)
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