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4. INSULATION CRIMP ADJUSTMENT

The insulation crimp section of the hand tool has three positions: 1 (tight), 2 (medium), and 3 (loose) to adjust

the wire insulation crimp grip. To adjust the insulation grip, proceed as follows:

4.1. PIDG Terminals and Splices and PIDG FASTON Receptacles

NOTE

PIDG terminals and splices feature a wire insulation “grip”.

1. Insert the insulation crimp adjustment pins into Position 3. Refer to Figure 1.

CAUTION

Make sure that both insulation crimp adjustment pins are in the same position.

2. Place a terminal or splice into the tool jaws as shown in Figure 4 or Figure 5.

3. Insert UNSTRIPPED wire into ONLY the insulation barrel of the terminal or splice.

4. Close the tool handles to complete the crimp.

5. Remove the crimped terminal or splice and check the insulation crimp by bending the wire back and

forth once. The terminal or splice should retain its grip on the wire insulation. If the wire pulls out, set

BOTH insulation crimp adjustment pins to the next higher position (2).

6. Perform another crimp, and repeat the adjustment as necessary until the correct insulation grip is

attained. DO NOT use a tighter setting than required.

4.2. PLASTI-GRIP Terminals and Splices

NOTE

PLASTI-GRIP terminals and splices feature a wire insulation “support”. The terminal or splice insulation should ideally be in

contact with the wire insulation.

Set the insulation crimp adjustment pins into position according to the following:

— 3 for wire having a large insulation diameter

— 2 for wire having a medium insulation diameter

— 1 for wire having a small insulation diameter

CAUTION

Make sure that both insulation crimp adjustment pins are in the same position.

5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

Hand crimping tools are inspected before shipment. The tool received should be inspected immediately upon

arrival to ensure that the tool has not been damaged during shipment, and that it performs according to the

criteria described in this sheet. If a tool is damaged upon arrival, retain the shipping container, file a claim with

the carrier, and notify TE immediately.

5.1. Daily Maintenance

1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants from the tool with a clean brush or a soft, lint-free

cloth. DO NOT use objects that could damage the tool.

2. Make sure that the proper retaining pins are in place and are secured with the proper retaining rings.

3. Make certain that all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any

good SAE 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil excessively.

4. When the tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the

crimping areas and store the tool in a clean, dry area.

5.2. Periodic Inspection

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

should remain with the tool or be supplied to supervisory personnel responsible for the tool. Though