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Instruction Sheet
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Figure 1
1. INTRODUCTION
Ribbon Cable Cutting Hand Tool 91220-1 is designed
to cut across ribbon cable (with solid or stranded
conductors) sizes 26 through 30 AWG at 90° to the
edge of the cable. Read these instructions thoroughly
before using the tool.
Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in metric
units [with U.S. customary units in brackets].
Figures are not drawn to scale.
Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are
provided in Section 6, REVISION SUMMARY.
2. DESCRIPTION
The tool consists of a handle with finger grips, a lock,
and two jaws with a replaceable blade and a
replaceable anvil. The anvil features an edge guide to
properly position the cable in the tool. The lock, in the
closed position, keeps the tool jaws closed when the
tool is NOT in use. See Figure 1.
3. USING THE TOOL
1. Rotate the lock to the opened position until the
tool jaws open fully.
2. Position the cable on the anvil with one edge of
the cable against the edge guide. See Figure 2.
3. Holding the cable in place, slide the cable
under the blade. Make sure that the end of the
cable is at least 1.59 mm [.062 in.] beyond the
blade. See Figure 2.
4. Hold the cable firmly on the anvil, and close
the tool handles until the cable is cut.
Figure 2
Ribbon Cable Cutting
Hand Tool 91220-1
408-6574
10 MAY 10 Rev B
Blade
Anvil
Lock (Opened
Position)
Edge Guide
Jaw
End of Cable
Beyond Blade
Cable on Anvil with Edge
Against Edge Guide
PROPER USE GUIDELINES
Cumulative Trauma Disorders can result from the prolonged use of manually powered hand tools. Hand tools are intended for occasional use and low
volume applications. A wide selection of powered application equipment for extended-use, production operations is available.