Continental ContiTech hose, fittings and crimping equipment work together to provide an efficient and reliable hose connection. Continental ContiTech hose and fittings are part of an engineered system and are to be used in accordance with Continental ContiTech specifications. Using non-Continental ContiTech components may produce an assembly that does not meet rated performance.
(Optional) Pressure Plate Do not operate the Continental ContiTech Perma-Crimp™ PC150 until you have read and fully understand this manual and proper use of the crimper. This manual is applicable to both the Perma-Crimp™ PC150-1(110V) and the PC150-2(220V) crimpers. Crimpers are identical in componentry, crimping and calibration procedures. Note that the PC150-1 requires a 110V...
Review 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. › Always wear eye protection.
PC150 Operators Manual PC150 Calibration Instructions Many problems associated with incorrect crimp diameters are caused by incorrect calibration. The calibration procedure can be accomplished without a hose and fitting assembly. Step 1: Lubricate the inside of the compression ring as well as the bottom and tapered sides of each die segment with the high pressure grease included with each crimper.
Step 2: Select the correct die set for the combination of hose and fitting being crimped. The correct die set can be found in the Continental ContiTech Crimp Specification Manual. Note that the number etched on the OD of the die ring represents the fully closed diameter of the die set in millimeters.
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Step 7: If necessary, slide the pusher in place above the hose assembly. Removal and replacement of the pusher is not necessary for most crimps. Step 8: Set the setting as shown in the Continental ContiTech Crimp Specification Step 9 Manual for the combination of hose and fitting being crimped.
PC150 Operators Manual Additional PC150 Features The PC150 crimper comes with standard features to increase accuracy and improve productivity for jobs that require repeat crimps of similar or identical assemblies. The easily removable coupling stop provides an automatic stop for straight fittings without the need to sight the alignment of the fitting on every crimp.
›Incorrect die being used. Each die has a range of approximately 3mm (.120 in.) above the closed diameter of the die. The closed diameter is the die size stamped on the die ring. › Incorrect setting of the micrometer adjuster. Check the Continental ContiTech Crimp Specification Manual for the correct settings. ›...
PC150 Operators Manual Part Numbers Die components Part # 1) Die spring PC150-Die spring 3) Die screw PC150-Die screw 4) Dies See below PC150-1 and PC150-2 dies Part # Part # PC150-8.5 Black 8.5mm PC150-31 Silver 31mm PC150-12 Black 12mm PC150-34 Purple 34mm PC150-14 Red...
PC150 Operators Manual Warranty For technical assistance, call customer service at 1-800-235-4632. The Continental ContiTech branded crimper is covered under the warranty below. CustomCrimp® “No Nonsense” warranty All CustomCrimp® products are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for one year from the date of invoice.
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