3.3 Shear the bolts, by using the correct hex key/socket and
following the sequence appropriate for the number of
connector bolts (see illustration below). The installer
can use a ratchet with the correct hex key/socket and/or
an electric impact wrench to tighten and shear the bolts.
If using an electric impact wrench, the wrench must
be 18 volts or greater and have a torque of 160 ft.-lbs.
(217 N•m) or greater.
3M
™
Shearbolt Connector
Hex Key/Socket Size
QCI 2-250
5 mm
QCI 1/0-350
6 mm
QCI 4/0-600
8 mm
QCI 350-750
8 mm
QCI 500-1000
8 mm
QCI 1000-1250
8 mm
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1
6
2
5
4
3
1
8
6
2
2
1
4
3
4
5
7
Tighten bolts from outside in
8-Screw Connector
6-Screw Connector
4-Screw Connector
3.4 Discard the sheared bolt tops. They can be recycled.
3.5 Clean the surface of the connector to remove any debris
or grease.
3.6 Apply the included 3M
™
Foil Tape Connector Wrap
1115B. Start by checking the foil tape width, before
removing the liner. The tape must extend from connector
taper to connector taper (it may extend down the tapers
a small amount). The longer length will wrap around the
connector.
3.7 Remove the liner from the foil tape. Align the foil edge
with the recessed bolt wells in a direction that covers the
sheared bolts.
Wrap 3M
™
Foil Tape
Connector Wrap 1115B
around connector
Align edge with
bolt wells
3.8 Once foil tape is properly aligned, continue wrapping
the foil tape around the connector until it covers the bolt
wells with a second layer. Press down the ends of the
tape at the final edge and near the connector tapers.
End of
Wrap 3M
™
Foil Tape
Connector Wrap 1115B
bolt wells with second layer
Press down edges
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