408-10040
Rev
G
6
of 12
6.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
The hand tool is inspected before being shipped. Inspect it immediately upon arrival to ensure that it was not
damaged during shipment.
6.1.
Daily maintenance
Make each operator of the power unit aware of, and responsible for, the following daily maintenance
requirements:
Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a clean, soft brush or soft, lint-free cloth.
Do not
use objects that could damage the dies.
Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by immersing the tool (with the handles partially closed) in
a suitable commercial degreaser.
Ensure that the retaining pins are in place and secured with retaining rings.
Protect all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces with a
thin
coat of any good SAE 20 motor oil.
Do
not
oil excessively.
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.
6.2.
Lubrication
Lubricate all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces with SAE 20 motor oil as indicated in Table 2. Wipe
excess oil from the tool, particularly from the crimping area. Oil transferred from the crimping area onto
terminations can affect the electrical characteristics of an application.
Table 2: Lubrication schedule
How tool is used
When to lubricate
In daily production
Daily
Daily (occasional)
Weekly
Weekly
Monthly
6.3.
Visual inspection
Regular inspections should be performed at least once per month by quality control personnel. A record of
scheduled inspections should remain with the dies or be supplied to personnel responsible for the dies. Base
your inspection frequency on the amount of use, ambient working conditions, operator training and skill, and
established company standards. Perform the inspection as follows:
Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases and then allow them to open freely. If they do not open
quickly and fully, the spring is defective and must be replaced. See section 7, REPLACEMENT AND
REPAIR.
Inspect head assembly for worn, cracked, or broken jaws. If damage is evident, return the tool to TE for
evaluation and repair. See section 7, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.
