408-9404 Datasheet, PDF (2/6 Pages) TE Connectivity Ltd – Insertion/Extraction Tool 91285-1

Insertion/Extraction Tip
Wire Slot
(Ref)
408-9404
Insertion/Extraction
Handle
Plug
Setscrew (Ref)
Bottom of Tool
(Ref)
Figure 2
3. TOOL ASSEMBLY (Figure 2)
Refer to Figure 1 and select the appropriate contact,
wire size, and insertion/extraction tip. Proceed as
follows:
1. Insert plug into the widest end of the insertion/
extraction tip.
2. Slide the insertion/extraction tip into the end of
the tool handle with the orientation latch positioned
toward the bottom of the tool.
3. Using the hex wrench, tighten the setscrew to
secure the tip in the tool handle.
4. INSERTION/EXTRACTION PROCEDURES
4.1. Inserting A Wire Crimped Contact (Figure 3)
1. Position tool handle between thumb and
fingertips, then place wire over the wire slot of the
tip. Hold wire in this position with your thumb.
Back of Receptacle
Connector 205439-1
Butt Tool Tip Against
Wire
Contact Shoulder
Contact Cavity
Insertion Tip
Wire Slot
Insertion Handle
Figure 3
Rev D
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