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6113... Crimping Micro Quadlock System contacts (MQS): Notes

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To crimp MPQ contacts, use pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 324 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320 .

NOTE: Pliers (1) open automatically as far as they will go when handles are pressed together.

Fig 1: Identifying Hand Pliers With Crimping Head (61 4 324)

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Open pliers (1).

Fold up contact carrier (2).

Insert MQS contact (3) in contact carrier (2).

Fold back contact carrier (2).

Fig 2: Inserting MQS Contact In Contact Carrier Of Plier

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NOTE: Follow procedure for CUTTING AND STRIPPING INSULATION from cables.

Close pliers (1) one notch.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close pliers (1) fully.

Fig 3: Inserting Stripped Cable

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Open pliers (1).

Open contact carrier (2) gently and carefully remove MQS contact.

NOTE: Check contact for CORRECT CRIMPING .

Fig 4: Removing MQS Contact

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