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Instruction Sheet
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LOC B
AMPACT* Tap Covers
408-2137
11 FEB 11 Rev B
Figure 1
1. INTRODUCTION
AMPACT Tap Covers are designed for use when
applying a tap to covered wire.
Reasons for reissue are in Section 5, REVISION
SUMMARY.
2. CABLE PREPARATION
1. Strip the cable to the dimensions shown in
Figure 1.
Dimensions listed are maximums. Do NOT strip the
wire any longer than required to properly locate the
tap in the tool.
2. Use a wire brush to remove foreign matter
(oxidation, etc.) from the conductor.
3. COVER INSTALLATION
1. Apply tap as described in the instructional
material packaged with the AMPACT tool.
Make certain tap is centered in stripped area.
2. Select correct cover from Figure 1.
3. Install the one-piece cover as follows:
a. Hook the cover over the tap as shown in
Figure 1.
COVER SELECTION
TAP SIZE
COLOR
WIRE STRIP LENGTH
PART NUMBER
(BLACK)
mm
INCHES
Small
Red
82.6
3 1/4
602061
Type II
White
82.6
3 1/4
83364-1
Medium, 226.8, and 350
Blue
108
4 1/4
602080
336.4, 477, and 556.5
Yellow
152
6
602107
795 and 1033.5
Yellow
165
6 1/2
602284
Tap
Locking Tabs
Locking Loops
Center Cover
Over Tap
Thru Wire
Tap Wire
NOTE
: Bare wire must not be visible.
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