Appendix B - Technical Reference
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February 25, 2000
HRE-454
2
Strip the main cable as required by the cable manufacturer.
3
Install shield bonding connectors in accordance with standard practices.
4
To avoid split pairs, tie or band the ends of the Group 1 and Group 2 pairs. Cut off the pair ends and cable
butt to aid in the removal of grease.
5
Separate pairs between the tied ends and the cable butt to aid in the removal of grease.
6
Remove grease by wiping the tied ends and the cable butt with a clean cloth or paper towel.
7
Keep cable pairs dry. Cover the exposed splice to protect it from the elements if it is left unattended prior to
completion.
Figure 26.
Dress Splice in Splice Case
When the air temperature is low, warm the cable pairs to aid in removing grease by cleaning the
stub in a heated enclosure or by using a heat gun to apply warm air to the pairs. Avoid applying
excessive heat, which could deform the insulation on the pairs.
CO splice
Field side
of cable stub
HRE-454
CO side of the
main cable
CO side of the
cable stub
Screen divider
Aluminum
shielded cable
with screen
divider
Splice closure
end plate
Splice closure
end plate
Field splice
Field side of
main cable
Main cable out to field
Main cable from CO
Existing splice
