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– To insert the adaptor
AC130-P
(91), press the die release pin (30).
Insert the adaptor into the seat of the ram (28), until secured by the retaining pin (32).
To facilitate this operation, an advancement of 15÷20 mm (0.59-0.79 in.) of the ram (28) is sug-
gested. To remove the adaptor, press the die release pin (30) and slide the adaptor from the ram
(28).
5.4) Dies, indentors, pre-rounding dies - fi tting and removal
(Ref. to Fig. 5)
– The containing die
(96) and
upper pre-rounding die
(95): are located in the adaptor
AU130-...
(98) by grooves in the upper face.
– The lower pre-rounding die
(94): is inserted or removed from the adaptor
AC130-P
(91), by pulling
the release button (92).
– The indentor
PS130.../E
(93): is inserted into the seat on the ram (28) (see
§
4.3.2
).
6. WARNING
The tool is robust and requires very little daily maintenance.
Compliance with the following points, should help to maintain the optimum performance of the tool.
6.1) Accurate cleaning
Dust, sand and dirt are a danger for any hydraulic device.
Every day, after use, the tool must be cleaned with a clean cloth, taking care to remove any residual,
especially close to pivots and moveable parts.
6.2) Storage
(Ref. to Fig. 6)
When not in use, thetool should be stored and transported in it's case to prevent damage. Follow-
ing cases are available:
–
VALP3
plastic case: size 620x380x135 mm (24.4x14.9x5.3 in.), weight 2,5 kg (5.5 lbs).
–
VAL130
steel case: size 360x280x48 mm (14.17x11x1.89 in.), weight 3 kg (6.62 lbs), for storage of
the accessories for crimping aluminium connectors.
6.3) Head rotation
For ease of operation, the tool head can rotate through 180°.
Warning: do not attempt to turn the head if the hydraulic circuit is pressurised.
7. MAINTENANCE
(Ref. to Fig. 7 and 8)
Air in the hydraulic circuit may aff ect the performance of the tool; e.g. no lower die advancement,
slow advancement of the lower die; lower die pulsating.
In this case proceed as follows:
