Thomas&Betts Blackburn Comfort Crimp TBM45S User manual

Featuring the Color-Keyed®System
BLUE
GREY
RED
BROWN
Push to
Release
Die Wheel
Model No.
Green Die
C-TAPS ONLY
1-1/2”
Model No.
Green Die
C-TAPS ONLY
BLUE
GREY
RED
BROWN
Push to
Release
Die Wheel
TBM45S, TBM41E, AND TBM45BB COMFORT CRIMP®
COMPRESSION TOOL WITH SHURE STAKE®MECHANISM
CALIBRATION AND GAGING VERIFICATION
IMPORTANT: Read and understand all of the instructions and safety
information in this document.
In the event the SHURE STAKE®mechanism must be released, please see Figure 2.
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Figure 2
1.1
1.0 CALIBRATION VERIFICATION
WARNING
HANDLES ARE NON-INSULATING.
DO NOT CRIMP ON HOT ENERGIZED WIRES.
WARNING
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM DIE NEST
DURING GAGING OR CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
Figure 1
SHURE STAKE®Mechanism Check
To release the SHURE STAKE®
mechanism, push up on the
release bar until the ratchet
teeth are disengaged.
WARNING
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM DIE NEST
DURING GAGING OR CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
1. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing
surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of
any good SAE No. 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil
excessively.
2. Squeeze handles until jaws are fully closed but
before SHURE STAKE®mechanism releases.
3. Apply a force gradually at 1-1/2” from end
of handles until SHURE STAKE®mechanism
releases, see Figure 2.
4. The force required to release the SHURE STAKE®
mechanism should be 18 lbs minimum and 36 lbs
maximum.
See gaging table
on back page.

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WARRANTY: Thomas & Betts sells this product with the understanding that the user will perform all necessary tests to determine the suitability of this product for the user’s intended
application. Thomas & Betts warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period stated on the enclosed warranty card. Upon prompt notification of
any warranted defect, Thomas & Betts will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product or refund the purchase price. Proof of purchase is required. Misuse or unauthorized modification
of the product voids all warranties.
Limitations and Exclusions: THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS THE SOLE WARRANTY CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT, AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
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BREACH OF THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THOMAS & BETTS BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Thomas & Betts Corporation
Memphis, Tennessee
www.tnb.com
For parts, service, repair and
calibration, contact the Thomas & Betts
Tool Service Center at 1-800-284-TOOL (8665).
2.1
Tool must be free of cracks, sharp edges and
any other obvious imperfections that may affect
performance of the tool. Nest area must be free
of burrs, dents or scratches.
Visual Inspection
2.0 GAGING VERIFICATION
2.2 Gaging Procedure
NOTE: Perform Gaging and Calibration Verification at anytime damage to the tool is suspected and on a regular basis to
ensure consistent tool performance.
NOTICE: If tool fails any of the above tests, do not attempt repair or adjustment. Call nearest T&B®tool
service center to arrange for repair service. Any change, modication or alteration of the tool or use by the
customer in a manner other than as specied by T&B®shall void all warranties express or implied and the
customer shall, therefore, assume all liability for any damage or injury caused by said changed, modied or
altered tool or improper usage or such tool.
Gage Pin
TABLE 1
TBM45S GAGING
REQUIREMENTS
NEST GAGING
MIN − MAX.
RED .175 − .187
BLUE .212 − .224
GREY .265 − .277
BROWN .324 − .336
GREEN .406 − .418
1. Wipe die nest
before gaging.
2. Rotate wheel to
desired nest.
3. Close handles until
SHURE STAKE®
mechanism just
trips.
4. Insert gage pin
into nest. The correct gage pin
size should enter nest area freely with a
minimum amount of finger pressure. The
gaging shall fall with in the limits specified
in Table 1.