PC125 / 125M Safety Precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • READ INSTRUCTIONS AND IDENTIFY ALL COMPONENT PARTS BEFORE USING CRIMPER. • CRIMPER CAN PRODUCE 60 TONS OF FORCE. KEEP BOTH HANDS AWAY FROM PINCH POINTS. • CONSULT THE CONTINENTAL CONTITECH CRIMP SPECIFICATION MANUAL FOR CORRECT CRIMPER SETTINGS AND CRIMP MEASUREMENTS.
PC125 / 125M Specifications D160 SERIES / D165 SPECIFICATIONS Die Series-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PC125 Series Maximum Cylinder Force---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------60 Ton Maximum Hose Diameter (2 Wire)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 1/4 Inch Maximum Hose Diameter (4 Wire)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 1/4 Inch Maximum Hose Diameter (6 Wire)---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 Inch Crimper Depth - PC125 Series-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22.5 Inches - PC125M Series-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17 Inches Crimper Width - PC125 Series----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13 Inches - PC125M Series --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10.25 Inches...
Available Accessories For PC125 / 125M Series Crimpers Removable Pusher Notched Compression Ring Pressure Plate Coupling Stop CRIMPX Die Lubricant Oil: (Included) (Included) (Included) (Included only with PC125) 4 oz bottle with dauber cap PC125 w/ magnets (Included) PC125M no magnets Die Removal Magnet Vent Plug Metric Micrometer...
PC125 / PC125M Features Micrometer style adjustment permits crimping Adjustable Retraction Stop limits ram retraction to a wide variety of hose and fittings, and is fully only the amount required to remove the hose and adjustable for a precise crimp. coupling saving time on multiple crimps.
PC125 / PC125M Quick Start Guide Follow these steps before using the crimper for the first time. • Mount the crimper on a sturdy workbench in a well-lit area. Workbench should be able to support the crimper weight of 140 lbs for PC125 and 72 lbs for PC125M.
PC125 / PC125M Lubrication Procedure Grease Point # 1 Insert the pressure plate into the bottom flange of the crimper, making sure that it is seated squarely into the bottom flange. Place a thin layer of CrimpX oil (supplied with crimper) or a high pressure molybdenum high pressure grease on the surface the dies sit on (as shown in photo # 1).
PC125 / 125M Crimping Procedure • Follow lubrication procedure prior to crimping procedure. NOTE: FAILURE TO LUBRICATE THE DIE SET AND NOTCHED COMPRESSION RING COULD RESULT IN THE DIE SET SEIZING IN THE BASE FLANGE. Step 1: Insert the pressure plate into the bottom flange of the crimper, making sure that it is seated squarely into the bottom flange.
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Step 3: Lubricate the contact surfaces, both bottom and outside edges of the die fingers, with CrimpX oil provided with the crimper. Only use a molybdenum/graphite high-pressure grease applied sparingly to the contact surfaces. Die lubricant can be obtained from customer service using part numbers PC900-grease-3 oz or PC900- grease-1lb.
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Step 6: Insert the hose and fitting and align the fitting so the ferrule is even with the top surface of the die. Step 7: Manually depress the notched compression ring, closing the die set until the hose and fitting are held loosely in the die set. Seat the notched compression ring evenly on the die set.
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Step 9: Set the micrometer to the setting as shown in the most current Continental ContiTech Crimp Specification Manual for the combination of hose and fitting being crimped. The metric micrometer (readings of 0 to 10) is a direct reading micrometer. The setting on the micrometer is added to the number in millimeters etched on the die ring to obtain the final crimp diameter.
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Step 13: Check the crimp diameter of the finished assembly with calipers or micrometers, to be certain that it is within the specifications as outlined in the Continental ContiTech Crimp Specification Manual. Hose Assembly Position Position fitting into the die set for a “full” length crimp. Fitting hex must be positioned up to but clear of the die during crimp.
PC125 Calibration Check • Follow lubrication procedure prior to calibration check. NOTE: FAILURE TO LUBRICATE THE DIE SET AND NOTCHED COMPRESSION RING COULD RESULT IN THE DIE SET SEIZING IN THE BASE FLANGE. • Place the Pressure Plate, any Die Set, and the Notched Pressure Ring in the crimper bottom flange in the order shown.
PC125M Calibration Check • Follow lubrication procedure prior to calibration check. NOTE: FAILURE TO LUBRICATE THE DIE SET AND NOTCHED COMPRESSION RING COULD RESULT IN THE DIE SET SEIZING IN THE BASE FLANGE. • Place the Pressure Plate, any Die Set, and the Notched Pressure Ring in the crimper bottom flange in the order shown.
PC125 Drawer / Stand Assembly THIS INSTRUCTIONS CAN BE USED FOR PC125 AND PC125RCD SERIES CRIMPERS. Install (2) 3/8-16 x 1" carriage bolts in front two Slide the drawer slightly out to access two holes (as shown in picture # 1). Use 3/8" plastic rear holes (as shown in picture # 2).
Troubleshooting Problem: Crimper will not run at all. TROUBLESHOOTING › The white rocker switch is also a circuit breaker. Check to see that the circuit breaker has not been tripped. Check the wall outlet. The crimper comes from the factory wired for a 110V, single phase circuit. Use of extension cords or outlets with inadequate power can damage the motor.
Part Numbers PC125 Die Components Item Description PC125-Die Ring (Not sold separately) 8 Die fingers PC125- Die Screw PC125-Die Spring PC125 and PC125M Die Rings (Half Only) ContiTech Part # Die Ring Etched Color ContiTech Part # Die Ring Etched Color 20370778 PC125-8.5MM...
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Part Numbers PC125 Options ContiTech Part # Description 20244895 PC125 Drawer / Stand PC125M Pump Options ContiTech Part # Description 20244931 Two Stage hand pump 20244932 Air/hydraulic pump 20244916 1/2 HP, 110V electric pump Replacement Parts ContiTech Part # Description 20348434 Die ring pusher with magnets for PC125 20551881...
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