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Rev C

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Figure 4

3. Push the locator assembly away from the upper crimping die slightly and hold.

4. Insert terminal mating end, flat side facing locator, in the BACK side of the tool frame; center on the

appropriate crimping chamber on the lower crimping die. Allow terminal to butt against locator stop.

See Figure 4.

5. Holding terminal in position, release locator assembly. Insert stripped wire into wire barrel until wire

bottoms.

6. Hold wire in position and maintain light pressure. Then, squeeze tool frame handles together until

ratchet releases.

7. Allow tool frame handles to open FULLY. Holding locator assembly in position, remove crimped

terminal.

5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

5.1. Maintenance

1. Remove dust, moisture and other contaminants with a clean brush, or a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use

objects that could damage the dies.

2. Make certain that all surfaces are protected with a thin coat of any good SAE 20 motor oil. Do not oil

excessively.

3. When dies are not in use, store in a clean, dry area.

5.2. Periodic Inspection

Regular inspections should be performed with a record of inspections remaining with the dies and/or

supervisory personnel responsible for them. TE Connectivity recommends one inspection per month; however,

amount of use, working conditions, operator training and skill, and established company standards should

determine frequency of inspection. The inspection should be performed in the following sequence:

Visual Inspection

1. Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by immersing the dies in a suitable commercial

degreaser that will not affect paint or plastic material.

2. Make sure the die retention screw and die components are in place and secured. Refer to Section 6,

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR, if replacements are necessary.

3. Check all bearing surfaces for wear. Replace worn components.

4. Inspect the crimping chambers for flattened, chipped, cracked, worn, or broken areas. If damage is

evident, the dies must be repaired before returning them to service. See Section 6, REPLACEMENT

AND REPAIR.

Insulation Barrel

Wire Barrel

Strip Length

7.14 [.281]

Front Side of

Tool Frame (Ref)

Locator Stop

Flat Side of

Terminal

Mating End

of Terminal

Locator

Crimping

Chamber