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61 13... Crimping Micro Power Quadlock contacts (MPQ)

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To crimp MPQ contacts, use hand pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 325 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320 .

NOTE: Hand pliers (1) open automatically as far as they will go when handles are pressed together.
Fig 1: Identifying Hand Pliers With Crimping Head (61 4 325)
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Open hand pliers (1).

NOTE: Place contact (2) with utmost care in designated nest (observe line cross-section) in crimping head (3). Make sure it is exactly positioned.

Place MPQ contact (2) in crimping head (3).

Close hand pliers (1) one notch.

Fig 2: Identifying Hand Pliers With Crimping Head And MPQ Contact
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NOTE: Follow procedure for CUTTING AND STRIPPING INSULATION  from cables.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close hand pliers (1) fully.

Open hand pliers (1) and remove cable (2).

IMPORTANT: Check contact for correct crimping.
Fig 3: Removing Cable Using Hand Plier
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