408-4087 Datasheet, PDF (4/5 Pages) TE Connectivity Ltd – Cumulative Trauma Disorders can result from the prolonged use of manually powered hand tools.

Ratchet Locknut
408-4087
Adjustment Screw
Clockwise to tighten;
Counterclockwise to Loosen
Figure 5
2. To adjust the tool to obtain the proper force
values, open the handles and loosen the locknut
with Spanner Wrench 127298-1 (available from TE).
See Section 5, TOOL ADJUSTMENT.
NOTE
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It may be necessary to hold the ratchet screw while
securing the ratchet locknut.
3. On the opposite side of the tool, turn the eccentric
stud CLOCKWISE to increase the handle load; or
COUNTERCLOCKWISE to decrease the handle
load. Tighten locknut, measure force and continue
to adjust if necessary.
5. TOOL ADJUSTMENT (Figure 5)
If the ratchet must be adjusted, use the spanner
wrench, and proceed as follows:
1. Loosen the ratchet locknut on the back of the tool
(side with wire size markings).
2. Check bottoming of tool jaws according to
Paragraph 4.2.C. Turn screw on front of tool
CLOCKWISE to tighten ratchet (must reduce crimp
height) or COUNTERCLOCKWISE to loosen
ratchet (may increase crimp height).
3. When tool jaws bottom properly, retighten the nut.
6. REPLACEMENT
This tool is not repairable and a spare should be
stocked to prevent lost time when replacement of tools
is necessary. Order replacement tools through your
representative, or call 1-800-526-5142, or send a
facsimile of your purchase order to 1-717-986-7605, or
write to:
CUSTOMER SERVICE (038-035)
TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
PO BOX 3608
HARRISBURG PA 17105-3608
7. REVISION SUMMARY
• Updated document to corporate requirements
• Removed “AMPLIVERSAL” in all instances in
document
Rev C
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