408-1542
Rev T
3
of 8
4.
CRIMP INSPECTION
Inspect crimped terminals and splices by checking the features described in Figure 4. Poor crimps can be
avoided by carefully following the procedures provided in Section 3, and by following the tool maintenance
procedures provided in Section 5.
Figure 3
5.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
The tool is inspected before being shipped, however TE recommends that the tool be inspected immediately
upon arrival at your facility to ensure that the tool has not been damaged during shipment.
Frequency of inspection depends on:
1. The care, amount of use, and handling of the hand tool.
2. The presence of abnormal amounts of dust and dirt.
3. The degree of operator skill; and
4. Your own established standards.
Daily Maintenance
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a clean brush, or a soft, lint--free cloth. Do NOT
use objects that could damage the tool.
2. Make certain that the retaining pins are in place and that they are secured with retaining rings.
3. All pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces should be protected with a thin coat of any good SAE 20
motor oil. Do NOT oil excessively.
4. When the tool is not in use, keep handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the
crimping jaws. Store the tool in a clean, dry area.
Lubrication
Lubricate all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces with SAE 20 motor oil as follows:
Tools used in daily production - lubricate daily
Tools used daily (occasional) - lubricate weekly
Tools used weekly - lubricate monthly
Wipe excess oil from tool, particularly from crimping area. Oil transferred from the crimping area onto certain
terminations may affect the electrical characteristics of an application.
