61 13... Crimping annular contacts

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CrimpacII crimping pliers from repair kit 1 are used to crimp annular contacts.

Fig 1: Identifying CrimpacII Crimping Pliers

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Open crimping pliers (1).

NOTE: Place contact (2) in designated nest (observe wire crosssection) with particular care. Make sure it is exactly positioned.

Insert annular contact (2) in crimping pliers (1).

Close crimping pliers (1) gently and keep closed.

Fig 2: Opening Crimping Pliers

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

Feed stripped cable (1) into annular contact (2) completely.

Close crimping pliers (3) fully.

Open crimping pliers (3) and remove cable (2).

NOTE: Check contact for correct crimping.

Fig 3: Opening Crimping Pliers

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