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STEP 11
If an insulating plug is used as a mating part, clean and
lubricate inner surface of the voltage detection cap and
place on elbow. Push down hard until cap snaps into place.
CAUTION:
The insulating plug provides a means for
detecting system voltage. Follow VOLTAGE TEST
directions below.
Clean &
Lubricate
Capacitive Test Points
STEP 12
Insert one end of a piece of wire with ampacity at least
equivalent to No. 14 AWG Copper through the grounding
eye and twist to make a small loop. Do Not damage the eye.
Connect wire to ground using a suitable connector.
The shield of the cable must be grounded. Ground
according to the instructions supplied with the grounding
device. If no grounding device is used, the shield must be
grounded through an alternate method.
It is also recommended that the jacket of the cable be
waterproofed at this point to prevent moisture from entering
the cable.
To Ground
Ground Eye
Connection Wire
STEP 13
CAUTION:
When constructing 600amp L--Kits be sure to tighten each component to specified torque per instructions
provided with plug connectors.
VOLTAGE TEST
ELASTIMOLD connectors equipped with an integral capacitance test point can be used to establish whether or not the
circuit is energized. When using the test point, complete the following steps:
1.
Remove test point cap with a hotstick. When removing cap, PEEL OFF AT AN ANGLE rather than pulling directly in line
with the test point assembly.
2.
WARNING:
THE VOLTAGE TEST POINT IS A CAPACITANCE DEVICE, IT IS NOT DIRECTLY CONNECTED TO THE
CONDUCTOR. Do not use conventional voltage measuring equipment. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for the
meter that is used. Test with a suitable sensing device, made for use with separable connectors manufactured with
capacitive test points, to determine if cable is energized. Contamination, moisture, dirt, etc. around the test point or use
of the wrong measuring equipment can provide a false “no voltage” indication on an energized elbow. To prevent
serious or fatal injury treat the elbow as energized until the “no voltage” test point indication is confirmed by other means.
3.
After voltage detection has been made, clean and lubricate the inside surface of the cap with silicone grease and
replace it on the test point.
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