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GC32TSi SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL GC32TSi CRIMPER SAFETY AND OPERATION MANUAL GC32TSI Product Number: 7480-7004 Part Number: 78827...
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Plug Type (North America) NEMA L6 20 Phase Single Phase Power 4.0 kW / 6.0 HP Rated Pressure 4300 PSI HYDRAULIC Reservoir Capacity 8 US Gallons Filtration 10 um MAINTENANCE Grease Specification Tungsten Disulphide GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 2 1/11/17 12:36 PM...
NOTE: Gates recommends only those hose and coupling combinations specified in the Gates Hydraulic Product catalogs. Gates disclaims any liability for any hose assemblies which have not been produced in conformance with Gates assembly recommendations.
(included) through predrilled holes. If mounting to a bench, drill four 1/2" holes aligning with holes in crimper and bolt together. Proper crimping height is approximately 32". GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 3 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 3 1/11/17 12:36 PM...
Slit the tape on the top of the carton with a sharp knife, then open the lid and remove the wooden side supports. GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 5 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 5 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
Ensure the other half of the sling does not cause excessive pressure on the motor juntion box. Position the second sling in front and behind the crimper head as per the photo. 6 | Gates Corporation GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 6 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
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Check the sight glass to make sure oil level is half way with the head fully retracted (open). GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 7 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 7 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
When you have power to machine and panel, the main menu screen will appear. An assembly must be selected for the machine to function. QUICK START: Press E-Crimp GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 9 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 9 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
‘CRIMP’ to load the settings to the Crimper app. The new setting will be loaded to the crimper app. If the correct Die Set is already loaded, ‘Ready to Crimp’ will be displayed. 10 | Gates Corporation GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 10 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
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‘Crimp’ button or use the Foot Pedal. When you see the message ‘Pinch Decompression Mode Finished’, the crimping process is complete. GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 11 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 11 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
Improperly made assemblies could result in coupling blow off at high pressure, risk of fire and/or serious injury or death. 12 | Gates Corporation GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 12 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
3. Hose and coupling are now ready for crimping. Gates designed MegaCrimp couplings for easy insertion. You can feel them "hit bottom" when the hose is fully inserted. Once the hose is inserted it stays put, so MegaCrimp couplings won't fall off during the cirmping process.
Locate Correct Die Set This may be in the optional stand, or in the die container. Load Die Set Load Die Set with Gates Quick Change Tool (QCT). Align Dies Align die finger dovetails, between the die retention plates, with die shoe receptacles in crimper head.
› IMPORTANT: For GS couplings make sure top of ferrule rests against hex or round shoulder of locking collar to ensure proper crimp. GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 15 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 15 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
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Note: Crimper will fully retract every 10th crimp as part of automatic greasing. Crimp is now complete. Remove assembly and verify that crimp is within tolerance. Set the retract timer by sliding the button with your finger. 16 | Gates Corporation GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 16 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
Twist the QCT handle counterclockwise to unload die fingers. Withdraw QCT CALIBRATION PROCEDURE Refer to calibration procedure included on the tablet and GC32TSi support website. GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 17 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 17 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
Inspect filler pads every 1000 crimp cycles. Foam should return to original shape after compression. If foam pad does not fill space between die shoes, order new set and install. (product number) 18 | Gates Corporation GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 18 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
Note: care must be taken to ensure zero contamination enters the tank. Replace the breather and rear cover. GC®32TSi™ Safety and Operation Manual | 19 GC32TSi Safety and Operating Manual-A4.indd 19 1/11/17 12:37 PM...
All equipment is tested for proper performance before it is shipped from the factory. However, if you experience any difficulties, check the list below to help restore equipment to proper operating standards Refer to troubleshooting guide. This is included on the panel, and also available from the Gates website. CONTROL INDICATOR...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE GATES COUPLING INSERTION TOOL The Gates MegaCrimp® coupling insertion tool (7482-1342) offers an easy way to confirm the right insertion depth for all Gates wire-braid hydraulic hoses. › Convenient side or top mount to your workbench.
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON EQUIPMENT For two years from the date of shipment of the equipment to the original user, Gates Corporation will, at its option, replace or repair any unit which proves to be defective in material or workmanship, or both, at no cost to the original user of the equipment.
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