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1. INTRODUCTION
SDE Closed Head Battery Powered Crimp Tool Kit 1213890--[ ] consists of the SDE Battery Powered Crimp
Tool (with the SDE Closed Head Assembly installed), as well as two rechargeable battery cartridges
(1725839--1) to power the tool. See Figure 1. Each kit has a battery charger. The battery charger part number,
its voltage, and the kit’s region of use are listed in the table below. A battery tool may have a release switch to
retract the ram as listed in the table on Page 3. The SDE Closed Head Battery Powered Crimp Tool is
designed to accept interchangeable die assemblies used in PRO--CRIMPER* III hand crimping tools for
crimping various types of connectors.
2. RECEIVING/INSPECTION
SDE Closed Head Battery Powered Crimp Tool Kit 1213890--[ ] is thoroughly inspected during and after
assembly. Prior to packaging and shipping, a final series of tests and inspections is made to ensure proper
function of the tool. The following inspection should be performed as a safeguard against potential problems
generated in transit.
1. In a well--lighted area, carefully uncrate the tool and inspect each component as it is removed from
the crate.
2. Thoroughly inspect each component for evidence of damage that may have occurred in transit. If any
of the components are damaged, file a claim against the carrier and notify TE Connectivity immediately.
3. Keep this manual and all drawings and product samples with the tool for the benefit of operation and
maintenance personnel.
The crimp tool should be inspected at regularly scheduled intervals, depending on care, degree of operator
skill, the type and size of product being crimped, and environmental conditions. At a minimum, the tool should
be inspected after every 40 hours of use.
3. INSTALLATION/REMOVAL OF SDE CRIMP DIES
Do not operate the tool without the SDE Crimp Head Installed. Damage to the ram or seals can result.
Do not operate the tool without the SDE dies. Damage to the crimp head can result.
SDE Closed Head Battery Powered Crimp Tool 1213890--[ ] comes with the crimp head already installed on the
battery--powered hand tool. The only installation required is the installation of the SDE dies.
To avoid personal injury, be sure to exercise extreme caution when handling the crimp tool. Remove the battery before
installing or removing crimp dies.
3.1. Installation of SDE Crimp Dies
These instructions are specific to the use of TE SDE Crimp Dies. Be sure to use ONLY TE Crimp Dies.
The SDE Battery Operated Crimp Tool cannot be used to crimp parallel splices.
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