Gates GC32FLEX Guide

GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GC32FLEX & GC32FLEX TSI
SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GC32FLEX/TSI
Product Number: 7480-0013
GC32FLEX
Product Number: 7480-7009
GC32FLEX POWER UNIT
Product Number: 7482-0123
GC32FLEX/TSI STAND
Product Number: 7482-0017
GC32FLEX/TSI RACK
Product Number: 7480-7003

GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
CRIMPER DETAILS GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
Serial No. ____________________________
Date of Purchase _____________________
YOUR CRIMPER DETAILS
CRIMPER SPECIFICATIONS
GC32FLEX GC32FLEX TSI
DYNAMIC
Nom. Size (Hydraulic Hose Size) 2 Inches
Die Set Type 32 Series
Crimping Range (Inch with Std. Die Set) 1/4 to 2 Inches
Crimping Range (Inch with optional. Die Set) 3/16 to 2 1/2 Inches
Crimping Force 3700 kN / 370 tonne
PHYSICAL (UNIT) Unit Dimensions (W x D x H) 28.6 x 25.5 x 18 Inches
Unit Weight (Without Dies & Oil) 380lb / 173kg 485lb / 220kg
PHYSICAL
(SHIPPING)
Shipping Space 161gal / 610L
Shipping Weight 530lb / 241kg 662lb / 300kg
Shipping Crate Size (W x D x H) 40 x 31 x 30 Inches
ELECTRICAL
Supply (Voltage/Current/Frequency) ** 220VAC / 20A /
60Hz
Plug Type (North America) ** NEMA L6 20
Phase ** Single Phase
Power ** 1.5kW
HYDRAULIC
Rated Pressure 690 Bar / 10,000 PSI
Reservoir Capacity (Min) 2L / 0.5gal 14L / 3.7gal
Recommended Filtration ** 10um
Oil Specification ** ISO 22
MAINTENANCE Grease Specification Tungsten Disulphide (7482-0172)
**Dependant on Power Unit

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GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
CRIMPER SAFETY 3-6
BOX CONTENTS 7
CRIMPER SET-UP (GC32FLEX/FLEX TSI) 8-10
Unboxing.........................................................................................8
Lifting and Installation GC32FLEX ....................................................................9
Lifting and Installation GC32FLEX TSI ................................................................10
GC32FLEX
GC32FLEX TSI General Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
Power Unit Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tablet Installation and e-Crimp™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operational Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17
Electronic Dial Indicator Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Electronic Dial Indicator Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Full Operating Procedure Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
GC32FLEX TSI
GC32FLEX TSI General Layout ......................................................................19
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Foot Pedal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Tablet and Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Operational Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-28
Software Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
e-Crimp™ Selection/Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
e-Crimp™ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
e-Crimp™ Sensor Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
e-Crimp™ Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27
e-Crimp™ Calibration Offset Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Full Operating Procedure Overview 29
GC32FLEX POWER UNIT GENERAL LAYOUT 30-33
Unboxing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Lifting and Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Installation and Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
QUALITY ASSURANCE FEATURES 34-39
Data Logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-37
Bluetooth Calipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39
OPERATIONAL INFORMATION 40-42
Quick Change Tool Operation (Die loading/unloading) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-41
Elbow Fittings Fitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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HOSE PREPARATION AND MEASURING 43-44
Prepare Hose Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Measure Hose Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 45-46
GC32FLEX/GC32FLEX TSI Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
GC32FLEX TSI Power Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
TROUBLE SHOOTING 47-50
Control Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Incorrect Loading of Set Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Sensor Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Retract Limitation and Jogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
REPLACEMENT PARTS 52-55
GC32FLEX TSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51-52
GC32FLEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53-54
DIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
WARRANTY 56
NOTES 57-59
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CRIMPER SAFETY
WARNING
An incorrect hose assembly can rupture or blow apart in use, resulting in property damage, serious injury
or death.
REMEMBER: Others depend on you to make correct assemblies.
Hose Assembly Fabrication.
■Component inspection: Before creating an assembly be sure to inspect all components to ensure
they are the correct product, cut correctly, without any visually identifiable defects.
■Couplings (compatibility): Hose fitting components from one manufacturer are not usually
compatible with fitting components supplied by another manufacturer. Never mix and match hose
couplings from different manufacturers unless approved by both parties.
■Hose assembly equipment (crimpers): Hoses and fittings from one manufacturer should not generally
be assembled with the equipment of another manufacturer.
NOTE: Gates recommends only those hose and coupling combinations specified in the Gates Hydraulic
Product catalogs. Gates disclaims any liability for any hose assemblies which have not been produced in
conformance with Gates assembly recommendations.
WARNING
Carefully read and understand the following warnings before operating this crimper.
FOR SAFETY’S SAKE USE THIS MACHINE ONLY IF YOU:
1. Receive hands-on TRAINING with this Gates crimper and assemblies.
2. Follow current GATES OPERATING MANUAL and CRIMP DATA for the GC32FLEX/GC32FLEX TSI crimper.
3. Use only GATES, NEW and UNUSED hose and fittings.
4. Wear SAFETY GLASSES.
5. Keep hands clear of moving parts.
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GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
CRIMPER SAFETY
WARNING
This Safety & Operation Manual is provided for your safety and the safety of others. Every operator MUST
have completed training and have an understanding of the crimper and the requirements of hose assemblies
before using this machine.
It is the responsibility of the owner of this crimper to ensure that ONLY persons who have an understanding
of the local regulations for work safety and accident prevention in addition to having undertaken training on
using this crimper be allowed to operate this machine.
It is the responsibility of the operator of this crimper to observe the rules and guidelines set out in this manual
and those provided by the owner of this machine.
This Safety & Operation Manual MUST be located near the crimper at all times and be used as a reference
when required. Regulations for Work Safety and Prevention of accidents MUST also be available to the
operator of this crimper.
WARNING
Every crimper has been engineered to the highest possible standard and thoroughly tested prior to release.
Regardless of this, dangerous situations can arise if the safety rules and regulations are not adhered to when
using the crimper.
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CRIMPER SAFETY
WARNING
This Gates crimper has been engineered and qualified for Gates product ONLY. Crimping any NON-GATES
fluid power product, including miscellaneous items (cable/pipe) through the machine will not only VOID the
warranty but also breach the intended use and purpose of the machine and contravene basic regulations of
Work Safety and Prevention of accidents.
Intended use and purpose outlined in this manual also includes regular maintenance. Failure to use the
specified grease will also VOID Warranty.
Warranty and Liability
The terms and condition(s) of sale and delivery shall apply. A copy of these terms and condition can be
provided on request, but generally include conditions for intended use and purpose, improper procedure
concerning transport, storage & maintenance, unauthorized use, constructional changes or repairs and failure
to detect wear.
Only authorized/qualified electricians are allowed to work on the electrical system of Gates crimpers.
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that no oil from this crimper is allowed to seep into the
ground, in accordance with the pollution rules of the Water Resource Management Laws.
1. Avoid contact with oil for prolonged periods.
2. Keep workplace clear of objects and trip hazards.
3. Wear safety equipment at all times when operating the machine.
4. Keep body parts away from the machine when in use, do not put hands in crimper when operational.

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CRIMPER SAFETY
WARNING
Intended Design Use
Using this machine for other than its intended purpose will void the manufacturer’s warranty and may cause
serious or fatal injury.
Personal Safety
Regardless of local accident prevention regulations, the following procedures should be observed to maintain
the health and safety of operators.
1. Always wear protective clothing and apparatus as outlined in the local accident prevention regulations.
2. Ensure that safety and danger notifications have been observed.
3. Make sure the work area is clear of obstructions and is a suitable work environment.
4. Never start the machine unless intending to make a hose assembly and ensure the head is free of objects
and persons.
5. ONLY operate this machine if the ambient temperature is between 50ºF ~ 95ºF (10ºC and 35ºC)
6. Never reach into the crimper while the head is moving.
7. Never change die sets unless the head is completely open.
8. The power MUST be disconnected from the crimper machine before maintenance.
9. Observe the machine balance point when moving the crimper.
10. Always refer to Safety and Operation Manual for correct procedure when lifting machine.

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GC32FLEX / GC32FLEX TSI
GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
BOX CONTENTS
DIE RETAINER SPARE
AND ADJUSTMENT KIT
BLUETOOTH CALIPERS
GC32FLEX and GC32FLEX TSI
GC32FLEX (7480-7009) Only
GC32FLEX TSI (7480-0013) & GC32FLEX TSI Power Unit (7482-0123) Only
POWER UNIT
TIE-DOWN STRAPS TABLET HOLDER
7482-0143
POWER UNIT HOSE
3/8” NPT
7482-0151
AIR BREATHER CHARGEABLE TABLET
HOLDER
7482-0148
FOOT PEDAL
7482-7111
TUNGSTEN
DISULPHIDE GREASE
7482-7121
QUICK CHANGE TOOL
7482-7246
CALIPERS
7369-0322

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GC32FLEX / GC32FLEX TSI
GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
CRIMPER SET-UP
CRIMPER SET UP: UN-BOXING
1. Assemble the optional crimper stand (P/N 7482-0017). The
crimper stand MUST be secured to the floor.
2. Remove the plastic wrapping from the outside of the box.
3. Remove the staples from the bottom and top of the carton with
a screwdriver and pliers.
4 Slit the tape on the top of the carton with a sharp knife, then
open the lid and remove the wooden side supports.
5. Lift off the carton.

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GC32FLEX
GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
CRIMPER SET-UP
1. Remove 4x mounting bolts using a 5/8” (16mm) Wrench.
2. GC32FLEX Lifting and Movement (Forklift Option)
Lift the machine off the pallet using a forklift.
Always ensure that designated tine channels are used when moving
or lifting the machine.
Place the machine on a suitable bench, or the GC32FLEX crimper
stand (7482-0017).
3. GC32FLEX Lifting and Movement (Sling Option)
Remove the tabs in the middle of the tray on both front and rear
using a flat head screwdriver.
Attach an appropriately rated sling through the left side forklift
channel.
Attach another appropriately rated sling through the middle of the
cut-out channel from the front to the rear.
4. GC32FLEX Lifting and Movement (Sling Option)
Lift using both slings attached to a crane or hook.
Do not lift the GC32FLEX with 2 slings in the left and right forklift
channel. The Crimper centre of gravity is over the head - it will
lean to one side. Move slowly during lifting to avoid excessive
swinging.
Secure to the crimper stand or bench with 4x 5/8” (M10) Bolts/
nuts/washers.
Lifting Slings not included.
LIFTING AND INSTALLATION - GC32FLEX (HEAD ON TRAY) ONLY
Do Not Sling or Lift machine by the head as this will cause damage to the crimper.
See Crimper Specifications for the Gross Mass of the GC32FLEX Machine.
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GC32FLEX TSI
GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
CRIMPER SET-UP
1. Remove 4x mounting bolts using a 5/8” (16mm) wrench.
2. GC32FLEX TSI Lifting and Movement (Forklift Option)
Lift the machine off the pallet using a forklift. Always ensure that
the designated tine channels are used when moving or lifting
the machine. Place the machine on a suitable bench, or the
GC32FLEX crimper stand (7482-0017).
3. GC32FLEX TSI Lifting and Movement (Sling Option)
Attach appropriately rated sling through the left side forklift
channel.
Attach another appropriately rated sling through the right-side
forklift channel.
4. GC32FLEX TSI Lifting and Movement (Sling Option)
Lift using both slings attached to a crane or hook.
The GC32FLEX TSI Crimper centre of gravity is centralised and will
lift evenly. Move slowly during lifting to avoid excessive swinging.
Secure to the crimper stand or bench with 4x 5/8” (M10) Bolts/
nuts/washers.
Lifting Slings not included.
LIFTING AND INSTALLATION:- GC32FLEX TSI (HEAD WITH FACTORY POWER UNIT) ONLY
Do Not lift machine by the head as this will cause damage to the crimper.
See Crimper Specifications for the Gross Mass of the GC32FLEX TSI Machine.
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GC32FLEX
GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
CRIMPER GENERAL LAYOUT
A precision 2” hose crimp press for the production
of Gates hose assemblies of all types. The unit is
designed for low volume shop production and can be
used with any 10,000 PSI hydraulic power unit.
A tablet command interface with Gates e-Crimp™
allows the user to look up relevant crimp data quickly
to ensure efficient operation of the machine. The Unit
can be upgraded to a TSI variant at any time by order-
ing the part number 7482-0123.
Tablet Holder:
Holds Tablet Supplied with Gates e-Crimp™
and Support Material.
Dial Indicator:
Identifies Set Point for each hose assembly.
Forklift Channels:
Used to lift/move Crimper machine.
Crimper Opening:
Operational Zone to Crimp Hose.
Power Unit Position:
Space for External Power Unit (10,000 PSI).
Power Unit not included.
Inlet:
3/8” NPT Swivel.
Min Oil Capacity Requirement:
2 Litres (0.5 gal).
Strap Points
Inlet: Swivel 3/8” NPT
Power Unit Position
Crimper Opening
Forklift Channels
Electronic
Dial Indicator
Tablet
Holder
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GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
POWER UNIT
Power Unit Selection
Any Hydraulic power unit capable of 10,000 PSI can be used to
run the machine. These can range from a hand pump through to
pneumatic assisted or battery operated pumps.
See your Gates Representative for more details.
Power Unit Placement
Ensure the power unit is positioned next to the crimper head in
designated area. Follow the power unit instructions at all times
during operation.
If the power unit is electrically operated check the voltage and
frequency on the serial plate.
Ensure it is in a suitable location.
Secure Power Unit
Place the supplied strap over the power unit and through the base
slots to secure it to the tray.
Connect Power Unit Crimper
Connect the supplied hose to the chosen power unit.
Note: both ends of hose are 3/8” NPT Male.
Connect the other end of the hose to the crimper head using a
15/16” wrench.
The fitting in the Crimper head is a 3/8” NPT Swivel connection.
Hold hex on hose end with 3/4” Spanner while tightening swivel
connection with 15/16” Spanner.
Crimper Ready
The crimper is now ready for operation.
Ensure that the machine does not go over 10,000 PSI at any
time during operation. Use of an External Power unit with an
internal relief valve is strongly recommended. Crimp speed is
determined by the external power unit when in use.
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GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
Application access is required to operate the machine if
Integrated (7482-0123) power unit is installed.
NOTE:
Tablet Fixed Mount
The GC32FLEX includes a fixed tablet holder on the side of the
head (See Page 11).
The mount can carry any tablet or phone from 4,3” to 11,6”.
A tablet is supplied with the machine in order to access the latest
e-Crimp™ Numbers for Electronic Dial Indicator Operation.
Tablet Fixed Mount Operation
Tabs are provided on the mount which can move in both horizontal
and vertical directions.
Once the tablet is positioned in the bottom tabs - move the main
top arm down to secure the tablet in position.
Any tablet or phone can be used in the holder. The tablet holder
does not include integrated charging. Any device used must be
charged separately following the manufactures instructions.
e-Crimp™ Mobile and Tablet
Gates e-Crimp™ Data including set point and die requirements are
available as an application on the included tablet.
Note: Gates e-Crimp™ is also available as a mobile application
which shows the same data as the included tablet program.
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GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
Electronic Dial Indicator
The Electronic Dial Indicator (EDI) is the device which will notify the
operator when a crimp is completed. It is located on the bottom
left (see page 11) of the machine with a Red LED on the front. The
EDI is adjustable to suit different crimp diameters with different die
sets.
Electronic Dial Indicator (Optional Position)
The EDI can be moved to the right side of head if it is obstructing
machine operations.
Electronic Dial Indicator (Optional Position Set-Up)
Remove the 2x SHCS on the top and the 2 x SHCS
on rear (1/8” / 3mm Hex Key) and reposition the entire assembly
on the right side.
Replace the 4 screws as required.
ELECTRONIC DIAL INDICATOR
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GC32FLEX/TSI SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
ELECTRONIC DIAL INDICATOR
INDICATOR PIN
POSITION 1.5MM:
INDICATOR PIN
POSITION 3MM:
INDICATOR PIN
POSITION 0MM:
Set Point Reached
The user will be notified that a crimp is nearing completion when the silver indicator pin is almost flush
with the front of the EDI knob. At this position, jog (activate in short intervals) the external power unit
until crimped (if power unit function allows). The hose assembly is crimped when the red LED illuminates
on the EDI.
The displayed number on the dial shown on the above illustration 0123 is equivalent to 01.23 whereby
the numbers shown with red background indicate the numbers after the decimal place.
If the EDI’s batteries are dead the unit can still be used to identify a completed crimp. When the silver
indicator is flush with the front face of the knob, the crimp is completed. You may wish to use your finger
to feel when the indicator pin is flush with the front of the knob. If the hose assembly is over-crimped, the
silver indicator pin will protrude past the knob face.
The operator MUST stop hydraulic flow to the machine before the indicator reaches the set point posi-
tion (light on).
The crimp accuracy is dependent on operator reaction and as such every completed hose assembly
MUST be measured.
Battery replacement work instructions are included with start-up kit. Replacement battery 1.55V,
377/376 button cell.
WARNING: Do Not hold the machine under pressure for extended periods of time
on the power unit. As soon as the crimp is complete, release pressure to allow
the machine to retract.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
ELECTRONIC DIAL INDICATOR - CALIBRATION EXAMPLE
OPEN E-CRIMP™ > SELECT HOSE ASSEMBLY AND DIE SET
Any hose and fitting combination in e-Crimp™ can be used
for calibration.
Example: Select hose 8M3K with an 8G coupling.
LOAD DIE SET
Load specified die set from e-Crimp™ into machine.
For QCT operation, follow steps on page 40 for further details.
Example: 8M3K with an 8G coupling uses GC32-33 die set.
SET DIAL INDICATOR
Adjust the Dial Indicator Knob to the number specified in e-Crimp™.
Example: 8M3K with 8G coupling is 1.07 with a COD of 1.00".
Follow steps on page 14/15 for further details.
ASSEMBLE AND CRIMP SELECTED ASSEMBLY
Crimp hose assembly. Hose and fitting must be assembled for successful
calibration crimp.
Follow steps on page 43/44 for hose assembly procedure.
DIAL SETTING ADJUSTMENT
Measure crimped assembly.
If adjustment of COD required, follow steps on page 17.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CRIMPER
ELECTRONIC DIAL INDICATOR - CALIBRATION
Activate Crimper
To activate the crimper, press and hold the pump power switch while watching
the LED on the front of the indicator Knob. The crimper will begin to close and
the central indicator pin on the knob will rise. Once the LED is illuminated,
release the pump power switch. Stopping the pump (Activate the release knob on
power unit) will allow the oil to drain back to the tank and the crimper will then
open.
Measure Assembly
Remove the assembly from the machine and measure across the flats of the
crimped area. Refer to page 44 of the manual for correct measuring procedure.
The measurement should read the diameter stated on the e-Crimp™ application
for the specified coupling. If the measurement does not read the specified
dimensions the dial indicator needs to be calibrated until the crimped outside
diameter of the Mega Crimp® coupling is correct.
Measurement Adjustment for a LARGER DIAMETER
On the rear of the machine a hexagon knob is located on the Dial Indicator.
Push the arm of Dial Indicator towards the front of the machine while holding the
hexagon knob. Gently turn the knob one flat CLOCKWISE (1/6 of a full turn) and
release the Dial Indicator arm. The Arm will lock the hexagon knob back into position.
1 flat (1/6 full turn) of rotation is equivalent to 0.0018” of crimped outside
diameter.
2 flats (2/6 full turn) of rotation are equivalent to 0.0036” of crimped outside
diameter.
Measurement Adjustment for a SMALLER DIAMETER
Push the arm of Dial Indicator towards the front of the machine while holding the
hexagon knob. Gently turn the knob one flat COUNTER-CLOCKWISE (1/6 of a full turn)
and release the Dial Indicator arm. The Arm will lock the hexagon knob into position.
1 flat (1/6 full turn) of rotation is equivalent to 0.0018” of crimped outside
diameter.
2 flats (2/6 full turn) of rotation are equivalent to 0.0036” of crimped outside
diameter.
Measure Assembly
Crimp the same Mega Crimp® coupling again to check the calibration. If the
crimper is still not accurate, follow the adjustment instructions above to suit
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FULL OPERATING PROCEDURE OVERVIEW
Power Unit Selection and Set Up
Select a suitable 10,000 PSI power unit and connect to the 3/8” NPT
Input of the Head.
See page 12 for more details.
e-Crimp™ setting selection on EDI
Search e-Crimp™ on the included tablet or mobile application for the
assembly you wish to crimp. The EDI setting will be displayed after
selecting an assembly.
Twist the knob on the EDI to match the e-Crimp™ setting specified.
See page 13 for more details.
Load Dies
Load the required dies as specified by e-Crimp™ into the machine using
the Quick Change Tool.
See page 40 for more details.
Crimp Hose Assembly
Place the hose assembly into the crimper (follow procedure for correct
hose assembly process page 43).
Activate the power unit and release when the light on the EDI turns red
(see silver indicator for notice).
See page 15 for more details on EDI Operation.
Measure Assembly
Remove the crimped assembly and measure across the flats as per
correct hose measuring procedure (See page 44 for details).
If the assembly is not within the specified tolerance discard the fitting
and follow the EDI calibration procedure (Page 16 & 17) for next crimp.