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Installation Instructions
756/776LR
Deadbreak Elbow Connectors
CONTENTS: Elbow, Cable Adapter, Compression Lug, Insulating Plug, Crimp connector, Lubricant, Stud Prepack,
Installation Instructions, Crimp chart.
The 756/776LR connectors are designed to: 1) provide fully shielded, fully submersible deadfront cable connections to high
voltage apparatus and 2) provide a means to splice and tap 600--ampere (756LR) or 900--ampere (776LR) systems. The
connectors are rated for use on 35kV class systems.
DANGER
All apparatus must be de--energized during installation
or removal of part(s). For loadbreak products follow
operating instructions. All deadbreak connectors must
be de--energized before operating. All 200A deadbreak
connectors must be mechanically secured with bails
when connected.
All apparatus must be installed and operated in
accordance with individual user, local, and national
work rules. These instructions do not attempt to
provide for every possible contingency.
Do not touch or move energized products.
Excess distortion of the assembled product may result
in its failure.
Inspect parts for damage, rating and compatibility with
mating parts.
This product should be installed only by competent
personnel trained in good safety practices involving
high voltage electrical equipment. These instructions
are not intended as a substitute for adequate training or
experience in such safety practices.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in
damage to the product and serious or fatal injury.
If this product is supplied with a protective shipping
cover(s), remove this shipping cover(s) and replace
with the appropriate HV insulated cap(s) or
connector(s) before submerging or energizing the
circuit.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PARTS, INSTALLATION RATINGS AND COMPATIBILITY, CALL THE NEAREST ELASTIMOLD OFFICE.
IMPORTANT
1. Check contents of package to ensure they are complete
and undamaged.
2. Check all components to ensure proper fit with cable
and/or mating products.
3. Read entire installation instructions before starting.
4. Have all required tools at hand and maintain cleanliness
throughout the procedure.
ASSEMBLED ELBOW
Voltage Test Point
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
Position the cable so it is located in the final assembled position with enough slack to provide adequate clearance for removing
the elbows. Cut the cable 1--3/4” (45mm) from center line of the mating product.
600---ampere
Mating Product
1---3/4” (45mm)
Concentric Neutral Wires
(Where Applicable)
IS---0465
IS---756LR
October 2008
Printed in U.S.A.
8155 T&B Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee 38125
(800) 888--0211 Fax: (800) 888--0690
