408-8691 Datasheet, PDF (5/7 Pages) TE Connectivity Ltd – Cumulative Trauma Disorders can result from the prolonged use of manually powered hand tools

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3. When dies are not in use, make certain all surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good SAE
20 motor oil, and mate and store them in a clean, dry area.
5.3. Periodic Inspection
Regular inspections should be performed by quality control personnel. A record of scheduled inspections
should remain with the dies or be made available to supervisory personnel responsible for the dies. Though
recommendations call for at least a monthly inspection, the inspection frequency should be based upon the
amount of use, working conditions, operator training and skill, and established company standards. These
inspections should be performed in the following sequence:
Visual Inspection (Figure 7)
1. Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by immersing the dies in a suitable degreaser that will not
affect paint or plastic.
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