61 13 ... Crimping Micro Quadlock System contacts (MQS)

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Special tools required:

61 4 320

To crimp MQS contacts, use pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 324 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320.

Fig 1: View Of Pliers

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NOTE: Pliers (1) open automatically as far as they will go when handles are pressed together.

Open pliers (1).

Fig 2: Inserting MQS Contact In Contact Carrier

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Fold up contact carrier (2).

Insert MQS contact (3) in contact carrier (2).

Fold back contact carrier (2).

NOTE: Follow procedure for cutting and stripping insulation from cables.

Close pliers (1) one notch.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close pliers (1) fully.

Fig 3: Inserting Stripped Cable

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Open pliers (1).

Open contact carrier (2) gently and carefully remove MQS contact.

Fig 4: Removing MQS Contact

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NOTE: Check contact for correct crimping.