Hand Crimp Tool for MX150L
Terminals
Doc No: ATS-638115300
Release Date: 02-28-06
UNCONTROLLED COPY
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Revision: B
Revision Date: 10-15-07
1. To raise the wire stop, press the tab on the wire stop as shown in Figure 1. Insert the proper terminal into the
nest opening and release the wire stop to lower it.
2. Insert the proper pre-striped wire over the terminal. Gently touch the wire stop with the end of the wire. See
Figure 2 and 3.
3. Compress the terminal by squeezing the tool handles until the ratchet mechanism cycle has been completed.
Release handles to open the jaws.
Note: The tamper proof ratchet action will not release the tool until it has been fully closed.
4. Remove the crimp terminal from the terminal
locator by pressing the tab on the wire stop and
gently pulling on the wire.
5. Visually inspect the crimped terminal for proper
crimp location and crimp height.
Maintenance
It is recommended that each operator of the tool be
made aware of, and responsible for, the following
maintenance steps:
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants
with a clean brush, or soft, lint free cloth.
2. Do not use any abrasive materials that could
damage the tool.
3. Make certain all pins; pivot points and bearing surfaces are protected with a thin coat of high quality
machine oil. Do not oil excessively.
4. When tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the crimping
dies, and store the tool in a clean, dry area.
Miscrimps or Jams
(See Figure 4)
Should this tool ever become stuck or jammed in a partially closed position,
Do Not force the handles open or
closed.
The tool will open easily by rotating the small slotted screw marked with an arrow. See Figure 4.
Warranty
This tool is for electrical terminal crimping purposes only. This tool is made of the best quality materials. All vital
components are long life tested. All tools are warranted to be free of manufacturing defects for a period of 30
days. Should such a defect occur, we would exchange the tool free of charge. This will not be applicable to
altered, misused, or damaged tools. This tool is designed for hand use only. Any clamping, fixturing, or use of
handle extensions voids this warranty.
Hand held crimping tools are intended for low volume, prototyping, or repair requirements only.
CAUTION: Repetitive use of this tool should be avoided.
LOCATOR
ANVIL
TERMINAL
WIRE
PUNCH
WIRE AGAINST STOP
Figure 3
WIRE STOP