408-6810
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Rev A
Figure 2
Select an applicable contact and identify the
appropriate crimp section (according to the wire size
markings on the BACK of the tool). The color band on
the contact insulation or wire barrel must match the
color-coded wire size marking beside the appropriate
tool crimp section. Refer to Figure 2 and proceed as
follows:
1. Hold tool so BACK (wire side) is facing you. Make
sure ratchet is released - squeeze tool handles
together and allow them to open fully.
2. Looking straight into BACK of appropriate crimp
section, insert contact (insulation barrel first) into
FRONT of crimp section. Position contact on anvil
jaws, with contact shoulder against locator. Allow
contact to rest in contact locator/support.
3. Squeeze tool handles together until ratchet
engages enough to hold contact in position. Do
NOT deform insulation barrel or wire barrel.
4. Insert a properly stripped wire into contact wire
barrel until it bottoms.
5. Holding wire in place, squeeze tool handles
together until ratchet releases. Allow tool handles to
open FULLY, and remove crimped contact.
6. Check to be sure contact is properly crimped.
Wire must be visible through inspection hole in
contact.
4. MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION PROCEDURES
4.1. Daily Maintenance
It is recommended that each operator of the tool be
made aware of, and responsible for, the following four
steps of 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 sure the proper retaining pins are in place
and secured with the proper retaining rings.
3. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing
surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good
SAE No. 20 motor oil. Do NOT oil excessively.
4. When the tool is not in use, keep the handles
closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in
the crimping jaws and store the tool in a clean, dry
area.
Contact Locator/
Support
Crimper Jaws
Back of Tool
Crimp Section Wire
Size Markings
Ratchet Disengaged
Violet
Blue
Yellow
Anvil Jaws
Contact Shoulder
Butts Against Locator
