408-10176

CERTI-CRIMP II Handle Assembly for Large Dies #16 AWG Max.

Rev A

2 of 3

Tyco Electronics Corporation

3. DIE INSERTION AND REMOVAL

If the crimping dies require an insulation adjustment,

refer to the instruction sheet packaged with dies for

the adjustment procedure, then proceed as follows:

1. Close the handles until the ratchet releases.

Allow the handles to open.

2. Place the stationary die in the stationary die

holder. Turn the die holding screw enough to hold

the die in place. DO NOT tighten the screw.

3. Place the moving die in the moving die holder.

Turn die holding screw enough to hold die in place.

DO NOT tighten the screw.

4. For crimping dies with only one crimping

chamber, align the dies, then tighten the die

holding screws.

5. For crimping dies with more than one crimping

chamber, proceed with the following:

a. Position the stationary die in the stationary

die holder. Tighten the die holding screw just

enough to hold the die in place. DO NOT tighten

the screw.

b. Position the moving die in the moving die

holder. Tighten the die holding screw just

enough to hold the die in place. DO NOT tighten

the screw.

c. With a terminal in position, insert a properly

stripped wire, then squeeze the handles until the

dies bottom.

d. Tighten both the die holding screws while the

dies are bottomed.

e. Remove the terminal from the dies.

6. To remove the dies, close the tool handles until

the ratchet releases, allow the handles to open,

loosen the die holding screws, and remove the

dies.

4. CRIMPING PROCEDURE

The following crimping procedure is typical for

most crimping dies used in this tool. Always refer

to instruction sheet packaged with the dies for

wire preparation and crimping procedure.

1. Place the terminal or splice in the crimping

chamber of the stationary die according to the

instructions included with the crimping dies.

2. Close the tool handles until the terminal or splice

is held firmly in place.

3. For a terminal, insert a properly stripped wire

into the wire barrel until the wire butts against the

crimping die locator.

For a splice, insert a properly stripped wire into the

wire barrel until the wire butts against the splice

wire stop.

4. Holding the wire in place, squeeze the tool

handles together until the ratchet releases. Allow

the handles to open FULLY, and remove the

crimped terminal or splice.

5. For a splice, re–position the splice according to

the instructions included with the crimping dies.

5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

It is recommended that a maintenance and inspection

program be performed periodically to ensure

dependable and uniform terminations. Though

recommendations call for at least one inspection a

month, frequency of inspection depends on:

1. The care, amount of use, and handling of the

tool.

2. The presence of abnormal amounts of dust and

dirt.

3. The degree of operator skill.

4. Your own established standards.

The tool is inspected before being shipped; however,

it is recommended that the tool be inspected

immediately upon arrival to ensure that the tool has

not been damaged during shipment.

5.1. Daily Maintenance

1. Immersed the tool (handles partially closed) in a

reliable commercial degreasing compound to

remove accumulated dirt, grease, and foreign

matter. When degreasing compound is not

available, the tool may be wiped clean with a soft,

lint–free cloth. DO NOT use hard or abrasive

objects that could damage the tool.

2. Make certain that the retaining pins are in place

and that they are secured with retaining rings.

3. All pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces

should be 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 dies. Store the tool in a clean, dry

area.

5.2. Periodic Inspection

A. Lubrication

Lubricate all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces

with any good SAE 20 motor oil as follows:

Tool used in daily production — daily

Tool used daily (occasional) — weekly

Tool used weekly — monthly

NOTE

i