Gates GC16XD, Safety And Operating Manual

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HOSE PREPARATION

GC16XD MINI CRIMPER & PUMP SAFETY & OPERATION MANUAL

TWO-PIECE COUPLINGS

Cut Hose to desired length.

Using Gates Crimp Data Manual # 35019 (Ind),  

428-7365 (Auto) select the correct stem and furrele. 

Or, log onto www.gates.com/ecrimp for the latest crimp 

information on line.

Place the ferrule over end of hose. If skiving is required, 

see instructions in Gates Hand Skiver manual 

# 35019-W.

Lubricate the first two or three serrations on the stem

with lightweight oil (SAE 10W).

Clamp the stem in vise on hex portion, and push hose

onto stem. Hose should be flush against stem shoulder 

(See cutaway drawing).

Push ferrule so it rests against hex of stem. Hose and 

coupling are now ready for crimping.

MEGACRIMP

® 

PRE-ASSEMBLED COUPLINGS

Cut Hose to desired length.

Using Gates Crimp Data Manual #3509 (Ind), 

428-7365 (Auto)select the correct MegaCrimp

® 

coupling. Or, log onto www.gates.com/ecrimp for 

the latest crimp information on-line.

Place a visable mark on the hose cover at the 

insertion length shown in the crimp data manual.

Insert coupling into the hose until the mark lines 

up with the end of the coupling furrule.

Hose and coupling are now ready for crimping.

CAUTION:

A new hose and end fittings (stem/ferrule) must be used when building a hose assembly. Re-using any compnent 

will seriously affect performance and could result in serious injury of property damage.

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CAUTION:

See Hose Assembly Guide of the Gates Crimp Data 

Manual # 35019 (ind) and 428-7365 (Auto) or log 

onto www.gates.com/ecrimp for more details.

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