408-10221 Datasheet, PDF (3/4 Pages) TE Connectivity Ltd – Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are provided in Section 8, REVISION SUMMARY.

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4. Place the receptacle connector on the pc board so that the contacts and alignment posts are aligned
and started into the matching holes in the pc board.
5. Center the seating tool (with the receptacle connector) under the ram of the application tool. Slowly
lower the ram until it just meets the seating tool. Verify alignment of pc board support, pc board,
receptacle connector, and seating tool.
CAUTION
Damage to the pc board, seating tool, or receptacle connector may occur if the seating tool is not properly seated on the
receptacle connector before cycling the application tool.
6. Cycle the application tool to seat the receptacle connector on the pc board. Then retract the ram, and
carefully remove the seating tool by pulling it straight from the receptacle connector.
7. Check the receptacle connector for proper seating according to the following:
a. the widest section of each compliant pin is inside its intended pc board hole
b. each alignment post is in its intended pc board hole
c. the receptacle connector is seated on the pc board with a maximum seating height- measured from
the top of the receptacle connector (not including the panel ground springs) to the top of the pc
board-given in Figure 2.
d. if present, the gap between the standoffs and the pc board is no more than 0.10 mm [.004 in.]
6. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
The seating tool is assembled and inspected before shipment. It is recommended that the seating tool be
inspected immediately upon arrival at your facility to ensure that it has not been damaged during shipment and
that it conforms to the dimensions provided in Figure 3.
6.1. Daily Maintenance
It is recommended that each operator be made aware of, and responsible for, the following steps of daily
maintenance.
1. Remove dust, moisture, and contaminants with a clean, soft brush or a lint-free cloth. DO NOT use
objects that could damage the components.
2. When the seating tool is not in use, store it in a clean, dry area.
6.2. Periodic Inspection
Regular inspections should be performed by quality control personnel. A record of scheduled inspections
should remain with the seating tool or be supplied to personnel responsible for the seating tool kit. Inspection
frequency should be based on amount of use, working conditions, operator training and skill, and established
standards.
7. REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
Customer-replaceable parts are listed in Figure 3. Parts other than those listed should be replaced by TE to
ensure quality and reliability. For customer repair service or to order replacement parts, call 1-800-522-6752, or
fax your purchase order to 717-986-7605, or write to: Customer Service (038-035), Tyco Electronics
Corporation, PO Box 3608, Harrisburg, PA 17105-3608.
8. REVISION SUMMARY
 Updated document to corporate requirements
 Added tables to Figures 1 and 3
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