Instruction Sheet Insertion/Extraction Tools for Drawer Series, Domino Series, and 408-10159 FORGE* Circular Contacts 11 MAR 15 Rev B Handle Insertion Extraction Tip Tip TOOL CONTACT PART INSERTION EXTRACT SIZE TYPE NUMBER TIP COLOR TIP COLOR 1643914-1 N/A Red 08 Drawer Series, Domino Series 1643915-1 Yellow White 12 Drawer Series, Domino Series, FORGE 1643916-1 Blue White 16 Drawer Series, Domino Series 1643917-1 Red White 20 Drawer Series, Domino Series 1643921-1 N/A Light Yellow 00 Drawer Series, Domino Series, FORGE 1643922-1 N/A Blue 04 Drawer Series, Domino Series, FORGE Figure 1 1. INTRODUCTION These insertion/extraction tools are designed to insert and remove crimp type and threaded circular contacts from connectors. Each tool tip is color coded to indicate the purpose (insertion or extraction) and the size of the contact. See Figure 1. Reasons for re-issue of this instruction sheet are provided in Section 4, REVISION SUMMARY. 2. USING THE TOOL (Refer to Figure 2) DANGER To prevent possibility of injury, always hold the tool handle when inserting or removing contacts. Do not hold tool with tip against the palm of your hand. 2.1. Insertion 1. Slide the contact wire barrel into the end of the tool tip until the tip butts against the shoulder of the contact. 2. Place the wire over the slot in the tool tip. Apply light pressure on the wire until the tip spreads and allows the wire to enter the tip. 3. Align the contact and tool tip with the desired connector contact cavity. 4. Hold the wire against the serrations in the tool handle, and push the tool straight into the contact cavity until the contact bottoms. 5. Remove the tool from the contact. Pull back lightly on the wire to ensure that the contact is secure in the cavity. 2.2. Extraction 1. Align the tool tip with the desired connector contact cavity. 2. Gently push the tool tip straight into the contact cavity and over the contact wire barrel until it butts against the shoulder of the contact. 2015 TE Connectivity family of companies TOOLING ASSISTANCE CENTER 1-800-722-1111 This controlled document is subject to change. 1 of 2 All Rights Reserved PRODUCT INFORMATION 1-800-522-6752 For latest revision and Regional Customer Service, *Trademark visit our website at www.te.com. TE Connectivity, TE connectivity (logo), and TE (logo) are trademarks. Other logos, product, and/or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners. 408-10159 Connector (Ref) Contact (Ref) Hold Wire Against Center of Handle Tool Tip Over Contact Wire Barrel Wire Inside Slot of Tool Tip Figure 2 3. Place the wire over the slot in the tool tip. Apply light pressure on the wire until the tool tip spreads and allows the wire to enter the tip. 4. Hold the wire against the center of the tool handle (some have serrations), and gently pull back. CAUTION Do not use excessive force when removing contacts. If you experience difficulty in removing the contact, re-insert the tool tip, making sure that the tip is properly positioned in the cavity, and try again. 3. TOOL MAINTENANCE It is recommended that the tool be inspected when you receive it and at regularly scheduled intervals. The tool is not repairable and should be replaced when it is worn or damaged. Store the tool in a clean, dry place and clean the tool with a soft, lint-free cloth. Additional tools can be purchased from: CUSTOMER SERVICE (38-35) TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION PO BOX 3608 HARRISBURG PA 17105-3608 4. REVISION SUMMARY Revisions to this instruction sheet include: Added FORGE contacts 2 of 2 Rev B