Parker Karrykrimp 82C-061L - Troubleshooting Common Issues; Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions

Parker Hannifin Corporation
Hose Products Division
Wickliffe, OH
15
Technical Manual
Karrykrimp
Bulletin 4480-T30-US
Trouble Shooting Guide
Symptoms Possible Causes What To Do
Coupling crimp diameter
above or below
specification.
Wrong fitting style being used. Only approved fittings can be used with Karrykrimp
machine. For a complete selection and correct
combinations of hose and fittings, see Catalog 4400.
Wrong hose being used. Only approved hoses can be used with Karrykrimp
machine. For a complete selection and correct
combinations of hose and fittings, see Catalog 4400.
Wrong die ring being used. Refer to die selection chart or Catalog 4400 for correct
die ring.
Pusher is not being bottomed out on
die ring and base plate completely
(usually inconsistent crimp diameters).
Lubricate die cavity with Citgo MP Lithoplex lithium
grease or equivalent. Bottom out the pusher on the die
ring completely. Can also check for proper bottom-
ing by placing a piece of paper between die ring and
base plate. If properly bottomed, should not be able to
remove paper.
High or low voltage. Call a qualified electrician.
Crimp dies, die rings damaged, worn,
or faulty.
Visually inspect all wear surfaces for raised metal dents
or gouges. Replace damaged die sets and die rings.
Worn or faulty die sets with crimp above or below
specifications by the same amount with and without the
die ring. Replace worn or faulty die sets.
Die cavity in base plate worn or faulty. Check crimp diameter of several different sizes of die
sets with both the silver and black die rings. If all crimp
diameters are out of specification by the same amount,
the die cavity in the base plate may be out of
specification. Contact Technical Services Department
at (440) 943-5700.
Lubricate the die cavity in base plate frequently to
prevent wear.
If you have a problem with your Karrykrimp machine:
• First check that the proper tooling, hose and fitting combinations are being used.
• Then check the following recommendations. If after the following suggested remedy, the problem persists, call
our Technical Service Department at (440) 943-5700.
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