TC-96203-IP
Installation Instructions
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The OTE-M-STRAND-CLAMP accessory kit provides two strand clamps and hardware for mounting the
Mini-OTE 300 terminal closer to the D-Bar or to a universal back plate. This device is included in the Mini-
OTE 300 kits.
shows the strand mount clamps and hardware and the installation options.
Figure 3. Strand Mount Clamps/Hardware – Pedestal Installation Options
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Using Hardened Connectors and Adapters
Hardened connectors and adapters provide sealed environmental protection for the subscriber drop cable
connector and the SC adapter mounted within the Mini-OTE optical port. The following sections provide a
description of the connector and adapter components and provide instructions for connecting or
disconnecting the drop cable to/from the optical ports.
3.1 Connector Components
The basic components of the drop cable connector are shown in
. The dust cap threads onto the
connector coupling nut. A pair of O-rings on the connector body provide a tight seal when the dust cap is in
place. A pulling eye is provided in the end of the dust cap for pulling the drop cable through conduit.
Figure 4. Connector Components
3.2 Drop Cable Connector Components
The basic components of the Mini-OTE optical port hardened adapter are shown in
. The dust cap
threads into the adapter housing. An O-ring on the dust cap provides a tight seal when the dust cap is in
place. The 216B key tool is required to remove the dust cap.
23581-B
DUST CAP
O-RING
COUPLING NUT
CONNECTOR
BODY
PULLING
EYE
