CORNING 3204004-01 Manual

1. General
1.1 The procedure describes how to use the rotary cable
stripper (p/n 3204004-01) sold by Corning Cable Systems
(Figure 1). This tool features a rotating blade which
permits ring and longitudinal cuts on cable sheathes. The
tool may be used on cables with an outside diameter
ranging from 4 mm to approximately 25mm (0.16 to
1.0 in.).
1.2 This issue includes updated corporate information.
2. Precautions
2.1 General Precautions
Safety Glasses and Gloves
WARNING: The wearing of safety glasses
and gloves is strongly recommended when handling and
cutting cables.
2.2 Tool Precautions
WARNING: Use extreme care when using this
tool to prevent laceration injuries from the blade. The cable
clip is spring loaded and may cause injury if suddenly
released.
When performing longitudinal cuts with the tool, always
make the tool motions away from your body. Failure to do so
may result in personal injury.
2.3 Cable Handling Precautions
CAUTION: Fiber optic cable is sensitive to excessive
pulling, bending and crushing forces. Consult the cable
specification sheet for the cable you are installing. Excessive
bending will cause kinking which may damage the fiber inside-
the cable may have to be replaced.
3. Tools and Materials
3.1 In addition to the rotary cable stripping tool, this
procedure requires a small Phillips head screwdriver.
SRP-004-061 (402669)
Rotary Cable Stripper (p/n 3204004-01)
Blade
adjustment
knob
Figure 1
4. Operating Instructions
4.1 Prior to use, the tool's blade height must be set for
the cable sheath you are stripping. To adjust the blade
height (Figure 2):
a) Vertically push up the clip and hold it to expose the
blade.
b) Insert the cable end behind the blade and gently
lower the clip down onto the cable.
c) Turn the blade adjustment knob at the bottom of the
tool to adjust the blade height to match the thickness of
the cable sheath.
a
Blade height =
sheath
thickness
Figure 2
Corning Cable Systems
SRP-004-061
Issue 3 April 2008
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Clip
Blade
b
c