Samtec CAT-MA Instruction manual

CAT-MA General Instructions
Miniature Applicator Rev.:A
General Instruction Sheet Date: 10/17/12
©Samtec, Inc. [email protected] Page 1
Owner: Engineering/DW 812-944-6733
1(800)SAMTEC-9
1. INTRODUCTION
MA side-feed type applicators CAT-MA-[ ] apply
side-feed strip-form terminals to pre-stripped
wires.. The terminals have either one or two
carrier strips.
These applicators are compatible with a wide
range of commercially available terminating
machines with a pre-feed or post-feed stroke.
These instructions and the assembly prints
provide all the information required to operate and
maintain the applicator.
When reading this document, pay particular
attention to DANGER, CAUTION, and NOTE
statements.
DANGER - Denotes an imminent hazard which
may result in moderate or severe injury.
CAUTION - Denotes a condition which may
result in product or equipment damage.
NOTE - Highlights special or important
information.
NOTE - Dimensions in this instruction sheet
are in millimeters [with inches in brackets].
Figures are not drawn to scale.
2. DESCRIPTION
Main components viewed from the right of the
applicator are identified in Figure 1. Main
components viewed from the left of the applicator
are identified in Figure 2. Components of the ram
assembly are shown in Figure 3.
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Even though these applicators accept only certain
terminals, they provide application flexibility. The
wire crimp height adjustment disc has 50
increment notches, and the insulation crimp
adjustment disc has 12 increment notches that
correspond to 12 variable pad heights. Adjustment
of these discs provides a wide range of wire barrel
crimp heights and insulation barrel crimp heights.
The adjustment discs are located just below the
top of the ram post.
The applicator mounting surface is the base plate.
The anvil, front shear holder, rear shear holder (if
used), terminal support block (if used), strip guide
adjustment block, and the applicator housing are
mounted on the base plate. The strip guide plate
is fastened to the strip guide adjustment block.
The stock drag, strip guide cover plate, and the
front and rear strip guides are mounted on the
strip guide plate.
The terminal strip is fed into the applicator with the
wire barrel first between the front (outer) and rear
(inner) strip guides. It passes under the stock
drag, and the lead terminal is positioned over the
anvil (for pre-feed applications) or one terminal
length from the anvil (for post-feed applications).
The feed pawl feeds one terminal during each
cycle of the machine. The terminals are fed by the
action of the feed cam and a series of rods and
levers which move the feed pawl.
. The ram post engages the post adapter of the
machine ram and the machine ram actuates the
applicator.
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The wire crimper is located in a preset position by
two pins on the ram assembly and held by the
crimper bolt. The insulation crimper and front
shear depressor are also held by the crimper bolt,
but is free to move up and down so that the
insulation crimp can be changed. The front shear
depressor pushes the front floating shear down to
cut the crimped terminal from the terminal strip.
Terminals with two carrier strips require that the
applicator has a rear shearing setup. These
components are attached to the feed cam side of
the ram assembly.
The rear shear depressor pushes the rear floating
shear down to cut the crimped terminal from the
rear terminal strip. The rear floating shear and
rear shear holder are mounted on the base plate.
Two settings of feed cam are available for these
applicators. The setting of the feed cam to be
used is determined by the length of the machine
stroke. For example, a machine with a 28.58
[1.125] stroke MUST use an applicator with a
higher positioned feed cam and a machine with a
41.28 [1.625] stroke MUST use an applicator with
a lower positioned feed cam.
Only the POST-FEED feed cam can be used in
applicators installed in automatic equipment. This
feed cam advances the lead terminal over the
anvil on the downward stroke of the ram
assembly, which leaves the anvil clear when the
machine is at rest.
Only the PRE-FEED feed cam can be used in
side-feed type applicators installed in semi-
automatic bench machines. This feed cam
advances the lead terminal over the anvil on the
upward stroke of the ram assembly so that a
terminal is over the anvil when the machine is at
rest.
3. SET-UP
3.1. Installing and Removing the Applicator
DANGER - TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
make sure that the power to the machine is
turned "off' and the power cord is
disconnected BEFORE installing or removing
the applicator.
CAUTION – Always remove Ram Stopper when
installing applicator in a press.
CAUTION - With the applicator in the machine,
NEVER attempt to cycle the machine under
power WITHOUT terminals properly loaded as
described in Paragraph 3.2; otherwise, tooling
could be damaged.
Refer to the machine customer manual for
installing and removing the applicator.
3.2. Loading the Terminal Strip
CAUTION - BEFORE loading the terminal strip
in the applicator, make sure that the installed
applicator is the correct one for the terminal to
be applied. Compare the terminal part number
on the reel with part numbers listed on Crimp
Specification print.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
DANGER - TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
make sure that the power to the machine is
turned "off” and the power cord is
disconnected BEFORE loading the terminal
strip.
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2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, cycle the machine by hand to
raise the ram. Refer to the machine customer
manual for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator guard assembly.
4. Raise the stock drag by turning the drag
release lever. Remove the length of terminal strip
from the applicator by grasping the terminal at the
strip guide entry with long-nose pliers, raising the
feed pawl, and pulling the strip straight out of
applicator.
5. With the terminal reel installed on the reel
support, feed the terminal strip, wire barrels facing
the stock drag and open side facing up, into the
applicator between the strip guides.
CAUTION - To avoid damage to the terminals,
make sure that the terminal strip enters the
strip guides as described.
6. Raise the feed pawl and continue to feed the
terminal strip until the lead terminal is over the
anvil and the feed pawl engages the feed hole in
the carrier strip.
For post-feed applications, lift the feed pawl and
pull the strip back one terminal length. The lead
terminal will then be moved over the anvil on the
downward stroke of the ram assembly.
7. Turn the drag release lever to lower the stock
drag.
8. Make sure that the tip of the feed pawl is in the
feed hole in carrier strip.
NOTE - Some carrier strips have additional
holes which are not used for feeding
purposes.
9. Hand-cycle the machine several times to make
sure that the applicator is properly adjusted as
described in Section 5.
10. Re-install the applicator guard assembly.
3.3. Unloading the Terminal Strip
1. Cut the terminal strip one or two terminals from
the end of the applicator.
2. For post-feed application, turn the drag release
lever to raise the stock drag, lift the feed pawl, and
move the lead terminal over the anvil.
NOTE - The terminal strip should never be
unloaded unnecessarily. A section of the
terminal strip should always remain in the
applicator. Since it is not necessary to remove
the section of the terminal strip for cleaning,
lubrication, or replacement of parts, it should
only be removed as a part of the loading
procedure.
4. OPERATING PROCEDURE
1. Connect and turn “on” the power to the
machine.
2. Make a sample crimp (using proper wire and
terminal), and inspect the terminal for quality
crimp. If any adjustment is necessary, refer to
Section 5.
5. ADJUSTMENTS
DANGER - TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
make sure that the power to the machine is
turned "off" and the power cord is
disconnected BEFORE removing the
applicator from the machine or making any
adjustments to the applicator.
5.1. Adjusting the Wire Barrel Crimp Height
(Figure 4)
The wire crimp height adjustment disc is an
adjustable plate with 50 increment notches. Each
notch represents a change in crimp height of
~0.015 [.0006]. Every tenth increment is denoted
by a letter (A to F) with the increments between
each letter represented numerically (1 to 9).
Adjust the wire barrel crimp height as follows:

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NOTE - Wire sizes and their relevant crimp
heights will be listed on the nameplatewith the
corresponding reference setting, such as
"A6," "C4," etc.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Rotate the wire crimp adjustment disc counter
clockwise for a LOOSER wire barrel crimp and
counter- clock wise for a TIGHTER wire barrel
crimp (Notch A will give the largest crimp height
and Notch F will give the smallest crimp height).
3. Connect and turn “on” the power to the
machine.
4. Make a sample crimp, and measure the
terminal for wire barrel crimp height. If crimp
height adjustment is necessary, repeat Steps 1
through 3.
5.2. Adjusting the Insulation Crimp Height
(Figure 4)
The insulation crimp height adjustment disc is a
plate with 12 notches. Each notch represents a
change in insulation crimp height of ~0.15 [.006].
Adjust the insulation barrel crimp height as
follows:
NOTE - Insulation crimp height is usually a
non-measured dimension and varies
according to the diameter of wire insulation
being used.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Rotate the insulation crimp adjustment disc
counter clockwise for a LOOSER insulation crimp
and clockwise for TIGHTER a insulation crimp
(Notch 1 will give the largest crimp height and
Notch 12 will give the smallest crimp height).
3. Connect and turn “on” the power to the
machine.
4. Make a sample crimp, and measure the
terminal for insulation barrel crimp height. If crimp
height adjustment is necessary, repeat Steps 1
through 4.
5.3. Adjusting the Terminal Strip Feed
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. With the terminal strip loaded in applicator,
check the position of the lead terminal by
actuating the applicator so that the feed pawl
moves to the forward limit of its stroke. If the lead
terminal is centered over the anvil, the forward
limit adjustment is correct. If not, refer to Figure 2,
and proceed as follows:
a. Loosen, but do not remove, the screw on top of
the pivot block.
b. Turn the forward stroke limit adjustment screw
counter clockwise to move the forward limit
TOWARD the anvil and clockwise to move the
forward limit AWAY from anvil.
c. Tighten the screw on top of the pivot block.
d. Repeat these steps as required until the
adjustment is correct.
3. Observe the feed pawl as the machine is hand-
cycled several times. It should have enough - but
not too much - over-travel on the backstroke to
pick up the next terminal.
NOTE - At the end of the back stroke, the feed
pawl should be at the back edge of the
terminal strip feed hole to be used. The back
stroke MUST NOT be more than this;
otherwise, the tip of the feed pawl might not
drop into the feed hole.
If the feed pawl stroke length is not correct, refer
to Figures 1 and 2, and proceed as follows:
a. Slightly loosen the hex nut to allow the pivot
shaft bushing to move in the slot.
b. Loosen the stroke length adjustment screw.
Turn the screw clockwise to SHORTEN the
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the backstroke. Tighten the locknut to secure the
screw.
c. Make sure that the pivot shaft bushing is up
against the stroke length adjustment screw.
Tighten the hex nut.
d. Check for proper feed pawl stroke length as
described in Step 3 of section 5.3.
e. Repeat Steps a through d until the stroke length
is correct.
5.4. Adjusting the Strip Guide Plate and Feed
Pawl
This adjustment will move the plate on which the
strip guides are mounted. Since the terminal strip
is fed into the applicator between the strip guides,
it will be moved front and back over the anvil as
the strip guides are moved. The adjustment of the
feed pawl to match any change in the position of
the front strip guide is also described here. Refer
to Figures 1 and 2, and proceed as follows:
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Loosen the strip guide assembly lock screw.
3. With the lead terminal centered over the anvil,
lift and hold (or block) the feed pawl to clear the
front strip guide.
4. Turn the strip guide plate adjustment screw
clockwise to move the strip guide plate TOWARD
THE REAR and counter clockwise to move the
strip guide plate TOWARD THE FRONT. The
insulation barrel of the lead terminal should be as
close as possible to the front floating shear.
Tighten the strip guide assembly lock screw to
hold the strip guide plate in position.
5. Loosen the screw holding the feed pawl to the
feed finger (feed pawl holder). Move the feed pawl
until its tip drops into the slot in the front strip
guide. Tighten the screw.
6. Hand-cycle the machine, checking for proper
terminal feed and strip guide plate alignment.
7. If necessary, re-position the front and rear
shear holders as described in Paragraph 5.6.
5.5. Adjusting the Strip Guides
The strip guides are correctly positioned on the
rear strip guide plate when the applicator is built,
and normally DO NOT need adjustment. DO NOT
use this adjustment for front-to-rear positioning of
the terminal strip—refer to Paragraph 5.4,
Adjusting the Strip Guide Plate and Feed Pawl.
This adjustment is only necessary if the rear strip
guide is not parallel to the strip guide plate, the
front and rear strip guides are not parallel to each
other, or there is a variation in terminal strip width.
CAUTION - To avoid damage to the strip guide,
DO N0T pry the terminal strip out of the guides
with a screwdriver or any tool.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Lift, and hold (or block) the feed pawl to clear
the front strip guide, and loosen the screws
holding the front and rear strip guides to the strip
guide plate. Refer to Figures 1 and 2.
4. With a section of the terminal strip in place,
move the rear strip guide in the desired direction,
making sure it is parallel to the strip guide plate.
Tighten the screws.
5. Align the front strip guide with the holes in the
terminal carrier strip, but make sure that the strip
guides are parallel and that the terminal strip can
move freely with a minimum of side clearance.
Tighten the screws.
NOTE - If the feed pawl is not aligned with the
front strip guide, adjust it according to Step 4
in Paragraph 5.4.
6. Hand-cycle the machine, checking for proper
terminal feed and strip guide plate alignment.

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5.6. Floating Shear and Shear Holder
Adjustment
With the lead terminal centered over the anvil,
verify that the floating shear(s) cuts the terminal
from the terminal strip correctly. If necessary,
make the following adjustments (refer to the
assembly drawing for component locations).
A. Front Floating Shear Adjustment
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. Remove the ram assembly from the applicator.
5. From the bottom of the applicator base plate,
loosen the two screws that secure the front shear
holder to the base plate.
6. Move the front floating shear and front shear
holder up or down, and tighten the screws.
There should be minimal clearance between the
front floating shear and the anvil; the front floating
shear should freely move up and down and must
be square to the anvil.
7. With the applicator ram installed in the
applicator and the lead terminal centered over the
anvil, verify that the front floating shear correctly
cuts the terminal from the terminal strip. If the
shearing action is not correct, repeat Steps 5 and
6 and check for worn or damaged tooling.
B. Rear Shear Adjustment (For Terminals With
Dual Carrier Strips Only)
The rear shear is likely to need an adjustment
because it is affected by differences in terminal
strip widths and strip guide plate adjustments.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. Remove the ram assembly from the applicator.
5. From the bottom of the applicator base plate,
loosen the two screws that hold the rear shear
holder to the base plate.
6. With the terminal strip inserted into the
applicator, and the lead terminal centered over the
anvil, move the rear shear holder in the direction
necessary to obtain the required length of the
terminal cutoff tab.
NOTE - For required length, refer to the
application specification for the terminal.
7. Verify that the rear shear is square to the end of
the terminal, and then tighten the screws that hold
the rear shear holder to the base plate.
8. Depress the front floating shear, and verify
proper shearing action and required length of the
terminal cutoff tab. If the shearing action is not
correct, repeat Steps 5 through 8 and check for
worn or damaged tooling.
5.7. Ram Assembly Adjustment
The ram assembly is factory installed and should
require no adjustment. If the ram assembly must
be removed from the applicator, make sure to
loosen the ram post locking set screw (refer to
Figure 1). The ram post can then be removed.
Make sure that the ram post and ram post locking
set screw are tight before re-installing the
applicator into the machine.
6. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE
DANGER - TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
make sure that the power to the machine is
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disconnected BEFORE removing the
applicator from the machine.
NOTE - DO NOT remove terminal strip during
cleaning or lubrication.
6.1. Daily Cleaning
Applicators MUST be cleaned and lubricated after
every eight hours of operation or when removed
from machine to be stored.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. Pull the ram assembly straight out of the frame
of the applicator. It may be necessary to move the
feed finger to release the ram assembly. DO NOT
REMOVE TOOLING FROM THE RAM
ASSEMBLY.
5. Wipe the entire ram assembly with a clean, dry
cloth to remove grease and dirt.
CAUTION - DO NOT clean the applicator with
an air hose.
6. Check the wire and insulation crimpers, anvil,
and shears for excessive wear or damage. If
necessary, replace parts as described in Section
7, PARTS REPLACEMENT.
7. Check the alignment and tightness of the
stripper, anvil, and crimp bolt.
8. Clean the frame of the applicator. Make sure all
chips, dirt, and grease are removed.
9. Lubricate the pivot points and ram assembly as
described in Paragraph 6.3.
10. Re-install the ram assembly into the
applicator.
6.2. Monthly Cleaning
Applicators MUST be cleaned every thirty days to
remove all grease, oil, and dirt.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. Pull the ram assembly straight out of the frame
of the applicator. It may be necessary to move the
feed finger to release the ram assembly. DO NOT
REMOVE TOOLING FROM THE RAM
ASSEMBLY.
5. Submerge the applicator (ram assembly and
applicator frame) in a cleaning solution that will
not damage plastic or cast metal.
CAUTION - DO NOT clean the applicator in a
vapor degreaser.
6. Air dry the applicator.
7. Lubricate the pivot points and ram assembly as
described in Paragraph 6.3.
8. Re-install the ram assembly into the applicator.
6.3. Lubrication
CAUTION - DO NOT use an excessive amount
of oil or grease on the applicator. Any excess
lubricant MUST be wiped off before placing
the applicator back in service. DO NOT put
lubricants between the wire and insulation
crimp dials.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
DANGER - TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
make sure power to the machine is turned "off'
and the power cord is disconnected before
lubricating the applicator.

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2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. Remove the ram assembly from the applicator.
5. Clean the ram assembly and feed cam, and
apply a thin coat of grease to each corner of the
ram assembly and to the feed cam.
6. Carefully lay the applicator on its side, and
apply one drop of oil on the feed finger pin.
Wipe the feed finger pin to remove excess oil.
7. Set the applicator upright and apply a drop of
oil on the stroke forward limit adjustment screw,
the feed rod (into which this screw is turned), and
the bushing of the hex nut. Wipe off any excess
oil.
8. Apply a drop or two of oil on the floating
shear(s).
9. Re-install the ram assembly into the applicator,
and wipe off any excess oil or grease.
6.4. Storage
1. Cut the terminal strip one or two terminals from
end of the applicator.
2. Clean and lubricate the applicator as described
in Paragraphs 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3.
3. Lower the ram assembly to hold the lead
terminal between the wire and insulation crimpers
and the anvil.
4. Place Ram Stopper on the ram.
NOTE - This will identify the type of terminal to
be used when the applicator is put back into
service.
7. PARTS REPLACEMENT
This section covers replacement of applicator
parts that most often need replacement because
of wear. Refer to the appropriate exploded view
drawing and applicator parts list for identification
of parts.
DANGER - TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
make sure that the power to the machine is
turned "off' and the power cord is
disconnected BEFORE removing the
applicator from the machine.
NOTE - Wipe parts with a clean, dry cloth as
they are removed from applicator. Then, when
putting them back into applicator, wipe mating
surfaces with your fingers to make sure that
all lint and other foreign matter has been
removed.
Order recommended spare parts through your
representative.
7.1. Crimper (Insulation and Wire)
Replacement
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. Loosen the crimp bolt slightly, and remove the
ram assembly from the applicator by pulling
upward. It may be necessary to move the feed
finger to release the ram assembly.
5. Remove the crimper bolt that holds the front
shear depressor, front shear depressor spacer
tubular spacer, insulation crimper, crimper spacer,
and wire crimper to the ram assembly.
Remove these parts, noting positions for re-
installation.
6. Install the new wire crimper, and re-install the
crimper spacer, tubular spacer, front shear
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install the new insulation crimper using the
reverse of removal (make sure that the part
number of the new wire crimper and insulation
crimper agrees with the part number on the
applicator parts list).
MAKE SURE that the upper end of the wire
crimper is against the pins on the ram assembly
and the top hole on the crimper mates with the roll
pin in the ram assembly. Finger-tighten the
crimper bolt.
NOTE - An insulation crimper with legs of the
same length and identical front and back may
be positioned with either side out. All others
MUST be positioned the same as when
removed.
7. Re-install the ram assembly into the applicator,
and install the applicator into the machine. Lift the
feed pawl, and pull the terminal strip back until the
lead terminal is between the strip guides.
8. Form a piece of heavy paper over the anvil,
then hand-cycle the machine while watching the
alignment of the wire and insulation crimpers with
the anvil. When the ram assembly reaches the
bottom of its stroke, tighten the crimper bolt. The
crimpers must move freely over the anvil after the
paper is removed.
7.2. Anvil Replacement
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.
4. From the bottom of applicator base plate,
remove the screw that holds the anvil in place.
5. Turn the drag release lever to raise the feed
pawl, and using long-nose pliers, pull the terminal
strip back so that the lead terminal is between the
strip guides.
6. Remove the anvil from the groove in the top of
the base plate.
7. Install the new anvil using the reverse of
removal. Make sure that the part number of the
new anvil agrees with the part number on the
applicator parts list.
8. Re-align the front floating shear and front shear
holder as described in Paragraph 5.6.A.
9. Re-align the crimpers as described in
Paragraph 7.1.
7.3. Feed Pawl Replacement
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Remove the screw holding the feed pawl to the
feed finger (feed pawl holder).
3. Remove the feed pawl, and install the new feed
pawl using the reverse of removal. Make sure that
the part number of the new feed pawl agrees with
the part number on the applicator parts list.
4. Adjust the feed pawl as described in Paragraph
5.4.
7.4. Floating Shear Replacement
NOTE - It is not necessary to remove the shear
holder(s) to replace the floating shear(s).
Before removing the floating shear(s), note
orientation for re-installation. The floating shears
are spring-loaded, so be careful during removal.
1. Turn “off” and disconnect the power to
machine.
2. Make sure that the machine ram is all the way
up. If necessary, hand-cycle the machine to raise
the ram. Refer to the machine customer manual
for hand-cycling instructions.
3. Remove the applicator from the machine.

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4. Turn the drag release lever to raise the feed
pawl, and pull the terminal strip back so that the
lead terminal is between the strip guides.
5. Push down on the floating shear(s), then
remove the shear retaining screw from the side of
the shear holder(s).
6. Slowly release pressure on the floating shear(s)
(the compression spring will push it out of the
shear holder).
7. After removing the floating shear(s), lift the
compression spring out of the shear holder(s).
8. Inspect the compression spring for damage,
and replace it if necessary. Refer to the parts list
for the appropriate part number.
9. Re-install the floating shear(s) using the
reverse of removal. If installing a new floating
shear(s), make sure that the part number agrees
with the part number on the parts list.
10. Raise the feed pawl, and move the lead
terminal over the anvil. Turn the drag release
lever to lower the stock drag.
11. Check the shear holder adjustment as
described in Paragraph 5.6, Floating Shear(s) and
Shear Holder(s) Adjustment.