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3. Holding the connector body and ferrule in place, actuate the tool through a complete cycle.

NOTE

Apply sufficient pressure on cable so shoulder on the connector body maintains contact against locator as shown in Figure 3.

4. Remove the crimped connector from the tool.

4. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE

4.1. Daily Maintenance

TE Connectivity recommends that each operator of the dies be made aware of, and responsible for, the

following steps of daily 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 sure the proper die holding screws are in place and secured with the proper retaining rings.

Check die alignment and tighten die holding screws at least twice daily.

3. Make certain all surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good SAE 20 motor oil. Do not oil

excessively.

4. When the dies are not in use, mate and store them in a clean, dry area.

4.2. Inspection

Regular inspections should be performed by quality control personnel. A record of scheduled inspections

should remain with the dies and/or be supplied to supervisory personnel responsible for the dies. Though

recommendations call for at least one inspection a month, the inspection frequency should be based on the

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

These inspections 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 all die holding screws, retaining rings, and die components are in place. Refer to the parts

listed in Figure 5 if replacements are necessary.

3. Check all bearing surfaces for wear. Remove and replace worn components.

4. Inspect the crimp area for flattened, chipped, cracked, worn, or broken areas. If damage is evident,

the dies must be repaired before returning them to service. See Section 5, REPLACEMENT AND

Gaging the Crimping Chamber

This inspection requires the use of a plug gage conforming to the dimensions provided in Figure 4. TE

does not manufacture or market these gages.Refer to Instruction Sheet 408-7424 for more information on

plug gages. Proceed as follows:

1. Mate the dies until it is evident that they have bottomed. Hold the dies in this position with a pressure

of approximately 69 kPa [10 psi].

2. Align the GO element with the appropriate crimping area. Push element straight into the crimping area

without using force. The GO element must pass completely through the crimping area as shown in

Figure 4.

3. Now align the NO-GO element and try to insert it straight into the same crimping chamber. The NO-

GO element may start entry but must not pass completely through as shown in Figure 4.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for each crimp section listed in Figure 4.

If the crimping chamber conforms to the gage inspection, the dies are considered dimensionally correct

and should be lubricated with a THIN coat of any good SAE 20 motor oil. If not, the dies must be repaired

before returning them to service. See Section 5, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.