
Operating Instructions
for PAIR22-6
AIR-POWERED CRIMPING TOOL
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Description
1.2 Safety
1.3 Purpose of this Manual
1.4 Specication
1.5 Tool Warranty
1.6 Identication
2.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol
2.2 Warnings & Cautions
3.0 OPERATION
3.1 Set up Tool
3.2 Die Installation
3.3 Tool Operation
3.4 Preparing Cable
3.5 Sta-Kon® Ordering Information
3.6 Crimping Cable
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4.0 MAINTENANCE
4.1 Each Operating Day
4.2 Monthly
4.3 Field Service
4.4 Fill Tool with Hydraulic Oil
5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
5.1 Table 1
6.0 CALIBRATION VERIFICATION
6.1 Safety
6.2 Visual Inspection
6.3 Gaging Procedure
6.4 Gaging Tables
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GENERAL INFORMATION1.0
DESCRIPTION1.1
The PAIR22-6 Air-powered Hydraulic Crimping Tool
is a portable, Sta-Kon
crimp terminals on 22 AWG thru 6 AWG wire using
appropriate dies.
®
crimping tool intended to
1.2 SAFETY
Safety is essential in use and maintenance of
Thomas & Betts tools and equipment. This manual
and any markings on the tool provide information for
avoiding hazards and unsafe practices related to the
use of this tool. Observe all of the safety information
provided.
1.3
This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel
with the safe operation and maintenance procedures
for the following Thomas & Betts tool:
PAIR22-6 Air-powered Crimping Tool
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at
no charge.
PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
1.6
IDENTIFICATION
All specications are nominal and may change as
design improvements occur. Thomas & Betts shall
not be liable for damages resulting from
misapplication or misuse of its product..
Yoke
Spring
Loaded
Die Support
Release
Knob
SPECIFICATION1.4
Crimping Tool
Length................................................. 14" (356 mm)
Mass/Weight.....................................2.5 lb (1.13 kg)
Crimping Capacities
Maximum Crimping Force.... 1.25 tons@100 psi (16 kn)
Normal Operating Pressure.............................85-90 psi
WARNING
NEVER EXCEED 100 PSI
TOOL WARRANTY1.5
WARRANTY: Thomas & Betts sells this product with the understanding that
the user will perform all necessary tests to determine the suitability of this
product for the user's intended application. Thomas & Betts warrants that this
product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period
stated on the enclosed warranty card. Upon prompt notication of any
warranted defect, Thomas & Betts will, at its option, repair or replace the
defective product. Misuse, misapplication or modication of Thomas & Betts
products immediately voids all warranties.
Limitations and Exclusions: THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS THE SOLE
WARRANTY CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT, AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMED. LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS
LIMITED TO COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT,
AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THOMAS & BETTS BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
Actuating
Handle
FIGURE 1
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION2.0
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL2.1
This symbol is used to call your
attention to hazards or unsafe
practices which could result in an
injury or property damage. The
signal word, dened below,
indicates the severity of the
hazard. The message after the signal word provides
information for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
WARNING
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in severe
injury or death.
CAUTION
DANGER
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result in
severe injury or death.
WARNINGS & CAUTIONS2.2
WARNING
Read and understand all of the
instructions and safety information in
this manual before operating or
servicing this tool.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
WARNING
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. When
using this unit near energized
electrical lines, use proper personal
protective equipment.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, MAY
result in injury or property damage.
WARNING
Wear eye protection when operating
or servicing this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection could
result in serious eye injury from ying
debris or hydraulic oil.
WARNING
Pinch points:
Keep hands away from the crimping
head when crimping.
Failure to observe this warning could
result in severe injury or death.
WARNING
Do not use solvents or ammable
liquids to clean the crimping tool.
Solvents or ammable liquids could
ignite and cause serious injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
Do not perform any service or maintenance other
than as described in this manual. Injury or damage to
the tool may result.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in injury
or property damage.
WARNING
An incomplete crimp can cause a re.
• Use proper die, connector, and cable
combinations. Improper combinations can
result in an incomplete crimp.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
NOTE:
when necessary.
Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace
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