Thomas & Betts Elastimold 164FT2-AB Installation & Operating Instructions

Installation & Operating Instructions
164/274/373FT2- -AB, FT3- -AB, FT4- -AB
CONTENTS: Feed- -thru Body Complete with Mounting Hardware, Lubricant, Operating Instructions.
IMPORTANT:
Read these instructions and the Loadbreak Elbow Operating Instructions COMPLETELY before
operating connectors.
The feed--thru can be used for the following functions: A) A junction point, B) A grounding point. To use the feed--thru as a
junction point, follow steps 1 to 8. To use the feed--thru as a grounding point, follow steps 1 to 5 and 9 to 10.
The 164FTX--AB is provided with a yellow seating ring which provides indication of full seating. This product is identified by a
yellow ID washer attached to the eyebolt.
The 274FTX--AB is provided with a yellow band which provides indication of full elbow seating and also provides vents for
improved switching performance. This product is identified by a yellow ID washer attached to the eyebolt.
The 373FTX--AB is provided with a black band which provides vents for improved switching performance. This product is
identified by a natural ID washer attached to the eyebolt.
All apparatus must be de- -energized during installation
or removal of part(s).
All apparatus must be installed and operated in
accordance with individual user, local, and national
work rules. These instructions do not attempt to
provide for every possible contingency.
Do not touch or move energized products.
Excess distortion of the assembled product may result
in its failure.
Inspect parts for damage, rating and compatibility with
mating parts.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PARTS, INSTALLATION RATINGS AND COMPATIBILITY, CALL THE NEAREST ELASTIMOLD OFFICE.
1. Check contents of package to ensure they are complete
and undamaged.
2. Check all components to ensure proper fit with cable
and/or mating products.
STEP 1
Grounding -- Insert ground lead into the grounding lug provided on the mounting hardware and tighten lug. Ground lead should
be No. 14 copper wire or equivalent. Connect the opposite end of the lead to ground, leaving enough slack to operate with a
hotstick.
Yellow
Seating Indicator
To Ground
164FTX--AB
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Printed in U.S.A.
FEED- -THRU/GROUNDING DEVICE
Yellow Seating Indicator
and Vent Ring
Yellow ID
Washer
Ground
To Ground
Lug
No. 14 Copper Wire
8155 T&B Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee
38125 (800) 888- -0211 Fax: (800) 888- -0690
DANGER
This product should be installed only by competent
personnel trained in good safety practices involving
high voltage electrical equipment. These instructions
are not intended as a substitute for adequate training or
experience in such safety practices.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in
damage to the product and serious or fatal injury.
If this product is supplied with a protective shipping
cover(s), remove this shipping cover(s) and replace
with the appropriate
connector(s) before submerging or energizing the
circuit.
IMPORTANT
3. Read entire installation instructions before starting.
4. Have all required tools at hand and maintain cleanliness
throughout the procedure.
274FTX--AB
HV insulated
Black Vent Ring
To Ground
373FTX--AB
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cap(s) or
Natural ID
Washer
Ground
Lug
No. 14 Copper
Wire