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POWER SYSTEMS, INC.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION OF
CHANCE RATCHET CABLE CUTTERS
P403-2985
Rev. C 7/10
Ratchet Cable Cutter
Cat. No. C403-2979
Cable Capacity = 1000 MCM
Aluminum or Copper
Ratchet Cable Cutter
Cat. No. C403-2980
Cable Capacity =
556 ACSR / 750 MCM AA/CU
Read and understand these instructions before installation
or operation of this equipment. Competent personnel who
understand proper safety procedures must select, install,
and service this equipment. This instruction guide is writ-
ten for such personnel. This guide is not a substitute for
adequate training and experience in safety procedures for
this type of equipment.
Pushing thumb slide toward head
releases handle stop which allows
handles to open wider and take
a longer stroke, providing rapid
opening and closing. Release
thumb slide for shorter, more
powerful strokes while cutting
conductor.
Do not attempt to cut guy strand or steel core conductor
with the C403-2979. It will result in damage to the cutter's
jaws and/or mechanism.
Operators must wear rubber gloves and observe all applicable
working clearances and rules when cutting energized conductors.
These instructions do not claim to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for all possible conditions to be met with con-
cerning installation, operation, or maintenance of this equipment. If further information is desired or if particular problems are encountered
which are not sufficiently covered in this guide, contact A.B. Chance Company.
NOTE: Since Hubbell has a policy of continuous product improvement, we reserve the right to change design and specifications without notice.
Single lever operation allows easy
switch from opening to closing.
Switch lever must be in full open
or closed position to insure proper
tool operation.
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