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3.5) Cutting
Cutting operations strictly follow the safety and working procedures established by the
responsible power utility.
Fully unravel the insulated flexible hose to provide a safe working distance.
Operate the pump to advance the blades and progressively cut the cable.
At the end of the operation open the blades using the oil release control of the pump.
Access the cutting area and remove the cutting head from the cable using the support grip
provided.
3.6) Unintentional cutting of live cable
Following a short circuit, contact the electricity power utility immediately for information.
To access the cutting area and remove the cutting head, strictly follow the safety and working
procedures established by the responsible power utility.
4. STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
Each Cembre cable cutting safety head is pre-
cisely constructed and supplied in a robust steel
case (canvas bag for TC050Y-KV) for protection
of individual components from damage and for
transportation to the work place.
Only remove a cable cutting head- from its case
at the work place.
TC065Y-SC-KV and TC085Y-KV: remove the handle
(4) before storing the head in its case.
5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The Cembre cable cutting safety heads are designed for on site use and thanks to its construction
characteristics it is a technical and robust operating device.
To guarantee the reliability the Cembre cutting heads it is recommended to:
After every use, remove dirt from the cutting head, cylinder, blades
and seals using a brush dipped in a liquid detergent. Dry the area carefully.
Carefully clean the quick couplers and their protective caps each time the unit is used.
Periodically, lubricate blade pivots with some drops of oil.
Always store and transport the cutting head in its case.
5.1) Replacement of the automatic coupler
To replace the automatic coupler proceed as follows:
Remove the old coupler and carefully clean the thread of the head to remove the old sealant.
Apply Teflon tape to the thread, fit the new automatic coupler (type I38-M) and tighten to 30 Nm
(22 lbf ft).
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