Continental Refrigerator PC150 User manual

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Equipment Warning
Proper assembly of Continental ContiTech hose and ttings
Continental ContiTech hose, ttings and crimping equipment work together to provide an e󰀩cient and reliable hose
connection. Continental ContiTech hose and ttings are part of an engineered system and are to be used in accor-
dance with Continental ContiTech specications. Using non-Continental ContiTech components may produce an
assembly that does not meet rated performance. Continental ContiTech does not warrant, expressly or by impli-
cation, hose assemblies that do not incorporate Continental ContiTech hose and ttings, or are not crimped
in accordance with Continental ContiTech process specications.
Buyers may elect to attach additional or non-standard parts or equipment, or to use di󰀨erent manufacturing speci-
cations as necessary to meet the requirements of the buyer or the customer’s application. In such cases, the buyer
has sole responsibility to qualify the hose for the applications as necessary to ensure performance capability.
For guidance in the assembly of Continental ContiTech hose and couplings, please refer to the Continental ContiTech
Crimp Specications Manual. Information in this manual is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted and is subject
to change without prior notice. For the most current product information, check the Continental ContiTech website at
www.contitech.us.
For technical assistance, call customer service at 1-800-235-4632.
• READ INSTRUCTIONS AND IDENTIFY ALL COMPONENT PARTS BEFORE USING CRIMPER.
• CRIMPER CAN PRODUCE 80 TONS OF FORCE. KEEP BOTH HANDS AWAY FROM PINCH POINTS.
• CONSULT THE CONTINENTAL CONTITECH CRIMP SPECIFICATION MANUAL FOR CORRECT
CRIMPER SETTINGS AND CRIMP MEASUREMENTS.
• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PC150 Safety Precautions

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Table of Contents
PC150 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
PC150 EQUIPMENT WARNING-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
PC150 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
PC150 CRIMPER SPECIFICATIONS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
PC150 INITIAL CRIMPER SETUP------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
PC150 STANDARD AND DOUBLE ANGLE DIES LUBRICATION PROCEDURE---------------------------------------------------------7
PC150 CRIMPING WITH STANDARD DIES----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
PC150 CRIMPING WITH DOUBLE ANGLE DIES--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
PC150 CALIBRATION CHECK--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
PC150 TROUBLESHOOTING------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
WARRANTY INFORMATION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13

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PC150 Component Identication
Powerful 80 Ton Hydraulic Cylinder
Built-in Work Lamp
Lifting Eye Bolts
Removable Pusher
Compression Ring
PC150 Die Series
Electronic Shut O󰀨
Coupling Stop
Metric Micrometer
Continental QR code
On/O󰀨 Power Switch
Electrical Enclosure
Retraction Stop
Electric Motor
Electrical Cord
Pneumatic Switch
Voltage Tag
1 Gallon Reservoir
Do not operate the PC150 until you have read and fully understand this manual and the proper use of the
crimper. This manual is applicable to the PC150-1HP-1P and PC150-2HP-1P crimpers. Crimpers are identical in
component and crimping procedures. Note that the PC150-1HP-1P and PC150-2HP-1P require di󰀨erent electrical
hookups as power requirements di󰀨er from 110V to 220V, respectively.
Small Footprint for
minimum use of space
Adjustable Retraction Stop Oil Fill & Vent Plug Oil Level Sight Glass Reservoir Drain Port

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PC150 Crimper Specications
PC150 Standard Dies
Part # Description ID
20244949 PC150-8.5 MM 8.5 MM
20244950 PC150-12 MM 12 MM
20244951 PC150-14 MM 14 MM
20244952 PC150-16 MM 16 MM
20244953 PC150-19 MM 19 MM
20244954 PC150-23 MM 23 MM
20244955 PC150-27 MM 27 MM
20244956 PC150-31 MM 31 MM
20244957 PC150-34 MM 34 MM
20244958 PC150-41 MM 41 MM
20244959 PC150-45 MM 45 MM
20244960 PC150-50 MM 50 MM
20244961 PC150-56 MM 56 MM
PC150 Double Angle Dies
Part # Description ID
20294365 49MM X 85MM 49 mm
20294366 53MM X 108MM 53 mm
20294367 58MM X 108MM 58 mm
20294368 62MM X 108MM 62 mm
20294369 69MM X 85MM 69 mm
20294480 74MM X 108MM 74 mm
20294481 78MM X 108MM 78 mm
20951074 52MM X 108MM 52 mm
21061269 56MM X 108MM 56 mm
Crimping Force.........................................................
Hose Capacity with PC150 Standard Dies..........
Hose Capacity with PC150 Double Angle Dies..
Crimper Dimensions...............................................
Crimper Weight........................................................
Electrical Requirements..........................................
Die Series.................................................................
Micrometer................................................................
Motor..........................................................................
Reservoir Capacity..................................................
Oil Type.....................................................................
80 Tons
1-¼" 2 wire, 1-¼" 4 wire, 1-¼" 6 wire
2" 2 wire, 2" 4 wire, 2" 6 wire
L: 32" x W: 17" x H: 29"
305 lbs.
220V - 1PH (Standard)
110V - 1PH (Optional)
PC150 and Double Angle Dies
Metric
1HP (110V-1PH / 220V-1PH)
1 US Gallons
ISO 46 Hydraulic Oil

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PC150 Initial Crimper Setup
Follow these steps before using the crimper for the rst time
Mount the crimper on a sturdy workbench in a well-lit area. The workbench should
be able to support the crimper weight of 305 lbs.
The crimper should be mounted close enough to the edge of the work surface so
that hose will not contact the bench or work surface while crimping. There must be
enough clearance for the hose to align perpendicular with the cone base, or the
dies will not seat properly and the crimps will not be accurate
Check the electrical circuit to be certain that it matches the crimper requirements
shown on the voltage tag.
Caution: Do not run the PC150 crimper on an extension cord, as low voltage can
damage the motor and / or electrical components.
Check to be certain that the shipping plug in the pump reservoir has been
replaced with the vent plug shipped with the PC150 crimper.
Always check the oil level in the PC150 pump, when the cylinder is in the retracted
position. It should be 1-½" below the vent plug and it should be visible in the sight
glass window of the pump reservoir.
• If oil needs to be added use ISO 46 weight hydraulic oil.
• Oil can be drained from the rear oil port of the reservoir.

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PC150 Standard and Double Angle Dies Lubrication Procedure
Grease Point # 1
The Pressure Plate or the DBL BASE bottom compression ring must be
lubricated after installed into the bottom ange of the crimper.
Place a thin layer of CrimpX oil (supplied with the crimper) or a molyb-
denum disulde high pressure grease on the surface the dies sit on (as
shown in photo # 1).
Note: The Pressure Plate or the DBL BASE bottom compression ring is held
in place by a set screw. This screw can be loosened through the access
hole in the front of the machine through the “Hand Hazard” decal.
Grease Point # 2
Before placing the compression ring or the DBL TOP over the correct die
set, apply a thin layer of CrimpX grease (supplied with the crimper), or a
molybdenum disulde high pressure grease on the entire area that the die
set come in contact with (as shown in photo # 2).
If Breaking Die Screws Often: Continue to lubricate / grease as
explained above in addition to lubricating each die nger individually
(as shown in photo # 3).
Note: Lubrication is not required before each crimp. Typical lubrication is
after 100 crimps.
Standard Dies Lubrication Double Angle Dies Lubrication
Note: This lubrication procedure applies for the Standard Dies and Double
Angle Dies.
# 1
# 2
# 3

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PC150 Crimping with Standard Dies
Caution: Follow the lubrication procedure prior to crimping, failure to lubricate the
dies, pressure plate, and compressing ring could result in the die set seizing in
the base ange.
Step 1. Install the Standard Pressure Plate in the bottom ange making certain
that the Pressure Plate is seated squarely in the bottom ange.
Step 2. Select the correct Die Set for the combination of hose and tting being
crimped. The correct die set can be found in the Continental ContiTech Crimp
Specication Manual.
Note: The number etched on the die ring represents the fully closed diameter of
the die set in either inches or millimeters depending upon the die set.
Step 3. Place the Die Set squarely in the standard pressure plate, make sure that
the die set goes into the groove of the standard pressure plate.
Step 4. Place the Compression Ring over the die set.
Step 5. Position the Hose and Fitting into the die set.
Note: Refer to the Continental ContiTech Crimp Specications Manual for the
proper hose assembly alignment.
Note: Manually depress the compression ring, closing the die set until the hose
and tting are held loosely in the die set.
Note: The bottom Standard Pressure Plate is held in place by a set screw.
This screw can be loosened through the access hole in the front of the
machine through the “Hand Hazard” decal.

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Step 6. Slide the Pusher onto the pusher retaining ring on the hydraulic cylinder.
Note: Make sure the slot in the pusher goes over the lip on the pusher retaining ring.
Caution: Damage to the pusher and retaining ring can occur if they are misaligned.
Step 7. Set the Metric Micrometer to the setting as shown in the most current
Continental ContiTech Crimp Specications Manual for the combination of hose
and tting being crimped.
Micrometer Setting Example:
The metric micrometer (Readings of 0 to 10) is a direct reading micrometer.
The setting on the micrometer is added to the number in mm etched on the die ring
to obtain the nal crimp diameter.
For example: With a 39mm die and the metric micrometer set at 3.0 the nished
crimp diameter would be 42.0 mm (39mm + 3.0mm).
Note: Each die set has a limited range of diameters for which a satisfactory crimp can
be obtained. As a “rule of thumb” a standard die set can crimp 3mm (.120 inches)
above the closed diameter etched on the die ring.
Always consult the most current Continental ContiTech Crimp Specications Manual
for the recommendation of the correct die set to use, for the combination of hose
and tting being crimped.
Step 8. Depress and hold the start/stop switch until the ram is fully extended
compressing the compression ring onto the die set to crimp the tting.
The automatic stop switch will then shut the pump o󰀨. Release the start/stop
switch and allow the pusher to return to the retracted position.
Step 9. Check the crimp diameter of the nished assembly with calipers or
micrometers, to be certain that it is within the specications as outlined in the
Continental ContiTech Crimp Specications Manual.
PC150 Crimping with Standard Dies

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Double Angle dies double the radial crimping force of the die set allowing
heavier ttings to be crimped. Due to the doubling of the radial crimp
force, they are e󰀨ective for a smaller range of diameters than a standard
die set. Also, the tting must be approximately centered axially along the
crimping face to avoid taper in the nal crimp.
Step 1. Remove the standard Pressure Plate and replace it with the DBL BASE
bottom compression ring (as shown in photo).
Note: Lubricate the inner surfaces of the DBL BASE bottom compressing ring.
Step 2. Select the correct Double Angle Die Set for the combination of hose
and tting being crimped.
Note: Lubricate the double angle dies with the CRIMPX Die Lubricant Grease
supplied with the crimper.
Step 3. Seat the appropriate size Double Angle Die in the conical recess of the
DBL BASE lower compression ring.
Step 4. Position the Hose and Fitting into the double angle die set, according
to the specications as outlined in the Continental ContiTech Crimp Specica-
tions Manual.
Step 5. Place the DBL TOP Compression Ring on top of the die set and
manually depress the DBL TOP compression ring, closing the die set until
the hose and tting are held loosely in the die set.
Step 6. Slide the Pusher onto the pusher retaining ring on the hydraulic cylinder.
Step 7. Set the micrometer to the setting as shown in the most current Conti-
nental ContiTech Crimp Specications Manual for the combination of hose and
tting being crimped.
• Depress and hold the start/stop switch until the ram is fully extended com-
pressing the DBL TOP compression ring onto the double angle die set to crimp
the tting. The automatic stop switch will then shut the pump o󰀨.
• Release the start/stop switch and allow the pusher to return to the retracted
position.
• Check the crimp diameter of the nished assembly with calipers or micrometers,
to be certain that it is within the specications as outlined in the Continental
ContiTech Crimp Specications Manual.
PC150 Crimping with Double Angle Dies
Note: The Standard Pressure Plate may be held in place with a set screw.
Access to this set screw is through the hole in the hand hazard decal.

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Note: All settings are approximate, for minor adjustment adjust the dial as
needed. Due to variations in hose and tting tolerances, some “o󰀨set” may
required to achieve the correct crimp diameter for specic hose and tting
combinations across the range of hose and ttings being crimped. If crimp
diameters are consistently too large or consistently too small, the crimper
should be recalibrated.
Step 1. Install any PC150 Standard Die Set.
Note: Use the standard crimping tooling as shown.
Step 2. Place the Standard Compression Ring over the die set, install
the Pusher, and set the Micrometer to “0”.
Note: A hose and tting are not required for a calibration check.
Step 3. Depress and hold the Start/Stop switch until the ram is fully extended
and the die set is completely closed (the sound of the pump will change). At
this point the micrometer should touch the electronic red button “count one
mississippi” the automatic stop switch will shut the pump o󰀨, and the ram
will return to the retracted position. If this happens the crimper is correctly
calibrated.
Step 4. If the above conditions are not met, the crimper requires recalibration,
hold the micrometer barrel with a 5/16 inch open end wrench and rotate the
stem either in or out with a 5/32 inch hex key wrench.
Note: 1/4 inch turn of the screw will change crimp diameter approximately
0.008".
• Rotating the stem out of the barrel decreases the ram to retract.
• Recheck calibration.
PC150 Calibration Check

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: CRIMPER WILL NOT RUN AT ALL
› The white rocker switch is also a circuit breaker. Check to see that the circuit breaker has not been tripped.
› Check the wall outlet. Use of extension cords or outlets with inadequate power can damage the motor. Do not
run the crimper from a portable power source.
PROBLEM: CRIMPER IS SLOW OR NON-FUNCTIONAL
› Check supply voltage to see that it matches the voltage specied on the tag attached to the crimper. Many
problems of this type are associated with inadequate voltage or power. The voltage and power measurements
must be made while the crimper is running and under load.
› Check motor rotation and be certain the motor rotates in the direction of the arrow on the motor housing.
PROBLEM: CRIMP DIAMETER TOO LARGE
› Check crimper calibration and recalibrate if required.
› Incorrect setting of the micrometer. Check the Continental crimp specications manual.
› Incorrect die being used. Each die has a range of approximately 3mm (.120 in) above the closed diameter of
the die. The closed diameter is the die size stamped on the die face.
› Inadequate pump pressure. Check oil level in the pump. It should be 1-1/2 to 2 inches below the ll plug.
Replenish with ISO Viscosity Grade 46 hydraulic oil if necessary.
› Check oil level. Position dies to the fully open position and check oil sight glass on the side of the machine.
Be sure the oil level is in the middle of the sight glass. Use ISO 32 or 46 weight hydraulic oil.
Do Not adjust pump to produce in excess of 11,000 psi as damage to components or personal injury could result.
PROBLEM: CRIMP DIAMETER TOO SMALL
› Check crimper calibration and recalibrate if required.
› Incorrect setting of the micrometer. Check the Continental crimp specications manual.
PROBLEM: DIES STICKING IN THE SURFACE OF THE STANDARD COMPRESSION RING OR
DBL TOP COMPRESSION RING
Inadequate lubrication on the surface of the standard pressure plate, die surfaces, and/or DBL BASE, DBL TOP
compression ring. Use only CrimpX grease (supplied with the crimper) or a molybdenum disulde high pressure
grease.
If problem(s) persist, contact customer service for additional troubleshooting assistance.

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For technical assistance, call customer service at 1-800-235-4632. The Continental ContiTech branded crimper
is covered under the warranty below.
CustomCrimp® “No Nonsense” warranty
All CustomCrimp® products are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for one year from
the date of invoice. This warranty ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in
workmanship or material.
If any product or part manufactured by CustomCrimp® is found to be defective by CustomCrimp®, at its option
CustomCrimp® will either repair or replace the defective part or product and return via ground transportation,
freight prepaid.
This warranty does not cover any product or part which is worn out, abused, altered, used for a purpose other
than for which it was intended or used in a manner which was inconsistent with any instructions regarding its use.
Electric motors are separately warranted by their manufacturer under the conditions stated in their separate
warranty.
Warranty

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