2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
2.1) Preparation
With the tool in the rest position, proceed as follows:
– Select the appropriate die set for the connector.
– Open the latch (25) and release the upper die holder (24).
– Insert one die into the upper die holder (24) and one die into the lower die support (27).
– Close the latch (25).
– Insert the conductor in the
connector.
– Position the connector be-
tween the dies and ensure
the correct location of the
crimp.
Ensure that the latch and
the upper die holder are
fully secured, otherwise
d a m a g e
m a y
during tool operation.
2.2) Die advancement
– Grip the tool fi rmly and comfortably and press the operating button (4) to activate the
motor-pump and advance the lower die. To halt the advancement, release the operating
button (4) and the motor will cut out.
Make sure the dies are exactly positioned on the desired crimp point otherwise
re-open dies following instructions as per § 2.4 and reposition the connector.
2.3) Compression
– By keeping operating button (4) pressed, the motor continues to operate: the ram will
gradually move forward until the two dies touch.
It is recommended to keep operating until the maximum pressure valve is activated and
a "click" is heard, after which the dies will automatically re-open until the ram is fully retracted.
It is always possible to interrupt automatic retraction of the ram by a short push on the operating
button (3).
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(Ref. to Figs. 1, 2)
o c c u r
24
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25
59
27
FIG. 2