Paladin Tools 1300 Series User Manual (English)

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1300 Series Crimpers

Operating Instructions:

1. Install the required die set in the crimp tool by

removing the thumb screws located in the jaws.

Install the die set with the text facing outward

when crimper is in position shown above.

2. Install the thumb screws & tighten to maximum

thumb tightness. Note: Do not use pliers or tools

to tighten the thumb screws—only hand tighten-

ing is necessary.

3. Assemble cable & connector as specified by the

connector & cable manufacturers’ instructions.

4. Insert connector/cable assembly into the die set &

squeeze the handles through a complete ratchet

cycle. Crimp is complete.

Emergency release:

In the case of an emergency where a crimp cycle is

stopped & the tool needs to be reopened, flip the

safety release forward in the direction of the jaws to

engage the release mechanism.

Ratchet strength adjustment:

See page 17 for optimum ratchet gear settings &

adjustments.

Ratchet strength

adjustment

Safety release

Thumb screws

Tool Operation and Use Guide

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Paladin Tools 1300 Series Specifications

General

Step-by-step guide on how to install dies, assemble cable, and perform crimping operations.

Procedure to disengage the crimp tool handles during an incomplete cycle.

Reference to page 17 for optimal settings and adjustments for ratchet gear.

Recommended ratchet gear settings for various cable types and sizes across different series.

Instructions on how to adjust the ratchet gear for optimal crimp performance.