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ERG4007 COMFORT CRIMP®
COMPRESSION TOOL WITH SHURE STAKE® MECHANISM
For Installing 8 and 6 AWG RD, RDV, RE, and REV
Insulated Terminals (Tubular Style Only)
IMPORTANT: Read and understand all of the instructions and safety
information in this manual before operating or servicing this tool.
WARNING
WARNING
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM DIE NEST
DURING GAGING OR CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
HANDLES ARE NON-INSULATING.
DO NOT CRIMP ON HOT ENERGIZED WIRES.
6
8
Model No.
Figure 1
In the event the SHURE STAKE® MECHANISM must be released, please see Figure 5.
1.0
1.1
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
For Use With Insulated
Terminals 8, 6 AWG
To Rotate Lower Die
TO REMOVE:
1. Open handles fully.
2. Use your thumb, push lower
die up and out of jaw.
1. Open handles fully.
2. Insure lower die is in the
proper position for the
terminal being installed.
3. Position terminal in the
rear nest. Tongue markings
should be facing up.
4. Close the handles slightly to
secure the terminal. Do not
deform the terminal.
5. Insert stripped wire.
6. Close handles until SHURE
STAKE® mechanism cycle
has been completed.
TO INSTALL:
1. Place die in lower jaw.
2. Using finger pressure,
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6
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snap, lower die down
into position.
Figure 2
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1.2
NOTE: Do not close handles of the
tool to insert lower die. Use finger
pressure only.
Figure 3
1.3
CRIMP ASSIST™ Foot
For larger wire and terminal combinations
that require more force to complete the crimp,
it may be useful to press the tool against a
flat work surface (I.E. Worktable, floor, etc.) to
gain more leverage. The patent pending Crimp
Assist® Foot helps stabilize the tool during this
type of operation.
8
Model
No.
SHURE STAKE® Mechanism
WARNING
6
8
Model No.
Figure 5
Place
CRIMP ASSIST™ FOOT
flat on surface for
increased leverage.
FLAT WORK SURFACE
Figure 4
1.4
6
KEEP ALL BODY PARTS
AWAY FROM DIE NEST
DURING GAGING OR
CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
To release the SHURE STAKE®
mechanism, push up on the release bar
until the ratchet teeth are disengaged.
2.0
1.5
Maintenance
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants
with a clean brush or a soft, lint-free cloth.
2. DO NOT use on objects that could damage the tool.
3. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing
surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good
SAE No. 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil excessively.
4. Keep handles closed when not in use to prevent
objects from becoming lodged in the crimping dies.
5. Store tool in a cool, dry area.
GAGING VERIFICATION
NOTE: Calibration verification procedure should be performed whenever damage or suspected damage has occurred or as
often as operation conditions warrant.
2.1
Visual Inspection
Tool must be free of cracks, sharp edges and any other
obvious imperfections that may affect performance of the
tool. Nest area must be free of burrs, dents or scratches.
TABLE 1
ERG4007 GAGING REQUIREMENTS
NEST
GAGING
MIN. − MAX.
WIRE SIZE
AWG
RED
.190 − .196
#8
BLUE
.212 − .218
#6
2.2
Gaging Procedure
1. Wipe die nest before gaging.
2. Swing locator away from nests. (Gages are to be
inserted on this side.)
3. Close handles until SHURE STAKE® mechanism just trips.
4. Using gage pins, insure that each nest meets the gaging
requirements as specified, in Table 1.
For parts, service, repair and
calibration, contact the Thomas & Betts
Tool Service Center at 1-800-284-TOOL (8665).
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 notification of
any warranted defect, Thomas & Betts will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product or refund the purchase price. Proof of purchase is required. Misuse or unauthorized modification
of the product 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.
© 2009 Thomas & Betts. All Rights Reserved.
Thomas & Betts Corporation
Memphis, Tennessee
www.tnb.com
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