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Rev C
If crimping head must be removed after being in
production, pressure must be released in the
hydraulic system before head is removed.
- If using Hydraulic Power Unit 69120-[ ],
DISCONNECT POWER UNIT FROM
POWER SUPPLY.
- If using Hydraulic Hand Pump 314979-1,
depress the pressure release.
Yoke
Setscrew
Ram
Setscrew
Ram Advanced
Stationary / Upper Die
Moving / Lower Die
Latch Pin
Removed
Figure 2
4. DIE INSERTION AND REMOVAL (Figure 2)
Avoidpersonal injury. When using power unit,
exercise caution to avoid accidently depressing
foot pedal or handle control when installing or
changing dies.
Make sure that matched die set, terminal, and wire
size are compatible. With crimping head properly
installed, refer to die set instructions, and insert /
change die set as follows:
1. Remove latch pin and open yoke on
crimping head.
2. Loosen setscrew in yoke. Refer to die set
instructions and insert stationary (upper) die which
includes the nest area into well of yoke. Tighten
setscrew.
3. Activate power unit to advance ram until setscrew
is visible (about 12.7 mm [.50 in.]). Loosen
setscrew.
4. Insert moving (lower) die, which serves as the
indenter, into ram well, making sure that moving die
is properly oriented to mate with stationary die.
Tighten setscrew.
5. Close yoke and secure with latch pin.
6. Slowly close dies to ensure proper alignment.
7. Complete the cycle and return the ram to the
DOWN position.
Always ensure that latch pin is fully inserted or
damage may occur to yoke, dies, or latch pin.
5. CRIMPING PROCEDURE
Avoid personal injury. When operating power unit,
exercisecautionwhileholding terminals,splices,or
wire near crimping area.
The following crimping procedure provides general
information. Refer to instructions packaged with
individual die sets for specific products, wire sizes,
strip dimensions, positioning of terminals and splices
in the dies, and crimping procedures.
Never operate the power unit without having a
crimping head attached to the handle control or
crimping head coupling.
1. Insert terminal or splice in the stationary (upper)
die according to instructions packaged with the
dies. Make sure the latch pin is secure before
activating the power unit.
2. Slowly advance moving (lower) die with short,
quick strokes until terminal or splice is secure.
3. Insert the stripped wire.
4. Cycle tool to complete crimp. Remove crimped
terminal or splice.
If the splice or terminal sticks in the die after
crimping, apply a rocking action to remove it from
the die.
6. INSPECTION / MAINTENANCE
Make sure hydraulic pressure is released and
power supply is disconnected before following
inspection and maintenance procedures, unless
otherwise specified in the procedure.
Each crimping head is assembled and inspected
before shipment. TE Connectivity recommends that
the crimping head be inspected immediately upon its
arrival at your facility, and at regularly scheduled
intervals, to ensure that the crimping head has not
been damaged during handling. Frequency of
inspection depends upon the following: care, amount
of use, and handling of the head; type and size of
products crimped; degree of operator skill; and
environmental conditions.
6.1. Cleaning
Remove accumulations of dirt and grease on the
crimping head, especially in areas where dies are
installed and terminals are crimped. Clean the entire
head frequently with a clean, lint-free cloth.