APP 1368 Hydraulic Crimp Tool Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
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APP 1368 Hydraulic Crimp Tool
Product Information
The Hydraulic Crimp Tool 1368 is a specialized tool designed for crimping electrical contacts. It is recommended for use with contact sizes ranging from
4 through 4/0 AWG. The tool features a 4-indent style nest for crimping
contacts and includes a locating adapter specifically designed for crimping Anderson contact Please note that this tool is intended for use by qualified technicians or electricians in accordance with national and local electrical codes. It is important to refer to the Service and Operation Manual for detailed instructions and to follow the provided instructions for safe and proper usage of the tool.
Instructions
The 1368 Hydraulic crimp tool is recommended for use with contact sizes #4 through 4/0 AWG. For specific contact recommendations and locators refer to tooling chart for Hydraulic tooling located on the APP website www.andersonpower.com.
Note: This tool is for use by a qualified technician or electrician in accordance with national electrical codes, local electrical codes, Service and Operation Manual and the following instructions. This tool has a 4-indent style nest for crimping contacts. A locating adapter is included for crimping Anderson contacts.
Crimping Instructions
- Rotate turret to select proper contact locator position. Use position #1 for SB type contacts. (ex. position #1 in Figure 2).
- Insert contact, making sure that the contact is against the back surface of the locator and the flat surface of the SB type contacts rests against the bottom surface of the locator.(Figure 2)
- Crimp the contact per instructions included with the tool. Note that the locator design allows for slight movement during the crimp cycle due to the movement of crimp indentors.
- SB type contacts should be crimped twice. Rotate the locator to position #2 and repeat steps 2 and 3, (ex. position #2 in Figure 2)
Instructions for Mounting Catalog Number B00508G (Locating Adapter)
- Remove the two screws (A & B) from the standard crimp tool. (Figure 1)
- Position the tool as shown and mount the locator with the longer screws provide.
Please Note: For proper crimp location the shoulder screw (C) should be periodically checked for tightness. (Figure 1)
Figure 2
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