Thomas & Betts COMFORT CRIMP TBM21E Calibration Instructions

SHURE STAKE
IMPORTANT: Read and understand all of the instructions and safety information in this
manual before operating or servicing this tool.
In the event the SHURE STAKE
1.0
1.1
SHURE STAKE
WARNING
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS AWAY
FROM DIE NEST DURING GAGING
OR CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
To release the SHURE STAKE
mechanism, push up on the release
bar until the ratchet teeth are
disengaged.
COMFORT CRIMP
TBM21E, TBM25S & TBM4BB
TOOL CALIBRATION VERIFICATION
®
® MECHANISM must be released, please see Figure 2.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Mechanism
®
1-
1/2
®
Figure 2
COMPRESSION TOOL
®
WARNING
HANDLES ARE NON-INSULATING.
DO NOT CRIMP ON HOT ENERGIZED WIRES.
1.2
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with
a clean brush or a soft, lint-free cloth.
2. DO NOT use on objects that could damage the tool.
3. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing
surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good
SAE No. 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil excessively.
4. Keep handles closed when not in use to prevent
objects from becoming lodged in the crimping dies.
5. Store tool in a cool, dry area.
1.3
SHURE STAKE
1. Squeeze handles until jaws are fully closed but
before SHURE STAKE® mechanism releases.
2. Apply a force gradually at 1 1/2" from end of handles
until SHURE STAKE® mechanism relases, see Figure
2.
3. The force required to release the SHURE STAKE ®
mechanism should be 25 lbs. minimum, 43 lbs.
maximum.
Figure 1

Maintenance

Mechanism Check
®
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