408-32224 Datasheet, PDF (2/4 Pages) TE Connectivity Ltd – Read and understand these instructions before using the removal tools.

408-32224
3.2. Removal Procedure
CAUTION
Be certain the removal tool does not contact any pc board components except the header to be removed during use.
1. Remove or straighten any header components that may interfere with the swage block.
2. Loosen the swage screws to separate the swage block and the wedge block.
3. Place the swage block onto the header to be removed. Orient the swage block as shown in Figure 2.
Orientation Mark
Alignment Mark
Header
PC Board
Swage Block
Figure 2
4. Place the wedge block onto the swage block and insert the swage screws into the wedge block. Do
not tighten the swage screws. Orient the wedge block as shown in Figure 3.
Swage Screws
Wedge Block
Alignment Mark
Figure 3
5. Loosen the clamp screws on the clamp subassembly and place the clamp subassembly over the
swage subassembly.
6. Make sure the swage block is fully inserted into the header and tighten the clamp screws. The
recommended torque for the clamp screws is 2 N-m [18 in.-lbs]. See Figure 4.
7. Tighten the swage screws. Tighten the screws at the same rate. Do not tighten one more than half of
a turn before tightening the other by the same amount. The recommended torque for the swage
screws is 2 N-m [18 in.-lbs].
8. Loosen the clamp screws and remove the clamp subassembly. Do not loosen the swage screws.
Rev A
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