Harbor Freight Hydraulic Wire Crimping Tool Product Manual
Manual for the 66150 Hydraulic Wire Crimping Tool 66150 Hydraulic Wire Crimping Tool
2015-05-27
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HYDRAULIC
WIRE
CRIMPING TOOL
66150
INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS
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herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this document may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product
may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Manual Revised 14i
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure
that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please call
Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the
cover of this document as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
1. Use this product only according to
these instructions. Improper use
can create hazards.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy duty work gloves during use.
3. Keep hands and fingers away from
the Crimping Dies (7) when using this
product. This tool creates approximately
eight tons of crimping force.
4. Do not use extension for added leverage
on the Fixed Handle (14) of this tool.
5. NEVER attempt to crimp wires that
are plugged into an outlet and are
electrically charged (“live”).
6. Refer to the wire manufacturer’s instruction
manual for specific wire crimping
instructions prior to using this product.
7. Keep work area clean and well lit.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
product in unexpected situations.
9. Keep bystanders out of the area
during product assembly and use.
10. Do not assemble or operate when
tired or when under the influence
of drugs or medication.
11. This product is not a toy. Do not allow
children to play with or near this product.
12. Use for intended purpose(s) only.
13. Inspect before use. Do not use if
parts are missing or damaged.
14. Maintain product labels and nameplates.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
PRODUCT FEATURES
HYDRAULIC OIL RETURN VALVE
(17)
PUMP HANDLE
(13)
CRIMPING DIES
(7)
FIXED HANDLE
(14)
FIGURE A
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION including
all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
1. Turn the Hydraulic Oil Return Valve (17)
to its “OFF” position.
2. Provided with this product are nine
matching sets of Crimping Dies (7).
Select the size of Dies (AWG) 0-2-4-6-7-
8-10-12 you wish to use and insert them
into the Pincer Head (8) of the tool.
3. Insert an electrical terminal (not included)
onto the bare end of a wire. Then place
the terminal with its wire between the
set of Crimping Dies (7) on the tool.
4. Turn the Hydraulic Oil Return Valve
(17) to its “ON” position.
5. Grip the tool firmly. Then slowly
squeeze the Pump Handle (13) as
many times as necessary to fully
crimp the terminal onto the wire.
6. Once the terminal is crimped, turn the
Hydraulic Oil Return Valve (17) to its “OFF”
position to fully retract the Crimping Dies.
Then remove the crimped assembly.
7. Store the Hydraulic Wire Crimping Tool in
its Carrying Case and keep the Case in
a clean, dry, safe location out of reach of
children and other unauthorized persons.
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PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Part # Description Qty. Part # Description Qty.
1 Hydraulic Cylinder 1 10 Handle Pin 2
2 Piston 1 11 Circlip 4
3 O-Ring (30 x 3.1) 2 12 Injection Piston 1
4 Ring (30 x 2) 1 13 Pump Handle 1
5 Piston Spring 1 14 Fixed Handle 1
6 Magnet 2 15 Faucet 1
7 Crimping Dies 18 16 Fount 1
8 Pincer Head 1 17 Hydraulic Oil Return Valve 1
9 Plank 1 18 Carrying Case 1
INSPECTION & CLEANING
Procedures not specifically explained
in this manual must be performed
only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If
abnormal noise or vibration occurs,
have the problem corrected before
further use.
1. BEFORE EACH USE: Inspect the
general condition of the Hydraulic Wire
Crimping Tool. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, cracked or
broken parts, and any other condition
that may affect its safe operation.
2. TO REPLACE THE O-RINGS (3)
AND RING (4): Only a qualified
service technician should attempt to
replace the O-Rings and/or Ring.
3. TO CLEAN THE HYDRAULIC
WIRE CRIMPING TOOL: Use a
clean cloth with a mild detergent.
Then dry. Do not use solvents.
CAUTION
Record Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or
accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or
replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not
within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS DOCUMENT AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER
THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE
ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR
EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE
BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR
HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
