Recommended Installation Procedure
Doc. No 10-8381
Release 1.0, 1/14/2005
Page 5 of 5
7.1 Strain Relief Installation
Refer to Figure 9
Loose tube cables typically have a Central Strength
Member that must be terminated to inhibit any
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7.1.2
Slide the Cable Retention and CSM clamp over
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sheath using one of the supplied Hose Clamps.
Tighten the clamp but do not overtighten.
7.1.3
Using a standard pair of pliers, crimp the CSM
clamp end to secure it to the CSM.
7.1.4
For Central core cables, break-off the CSM
extension of the CSM clamp leaving the strain relief
intact.
NOTE:
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Figure 9
8.0 Cable Seal and End Plate Assembly
8.0.1 Multicentric Cable Seals
Refer to Figures 10
thru 13
Using the measuring gauge provided in the closure
kitting, follow the directions on the gauge and
determine the diameter of the feeder/express cable(s)
and number of layers to be removed.
Figure 10
