600 A T-OP II™ terminator operation instructions
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Operation Instructions
MN650047EN May 2017
Figure 11 . Open switch if it is closed
Reconnecting cable to apparatus bushings
Step 1
Determine that bushings are de-energized
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Check apparatus switch and see that it is open. Open
switch if it is closed. (Refer to Figure 11.)
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Grasp 600 A protective cap with shotgun. Rotate
counterclockwise, until threads are disengaged.
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Remove protective cap from the bushing and set aside in
a clean, protected area.
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Using, a volt meter, test apparatus bushing to determine
that the bushing is de-energized. (Refer to Figure 12.)
WARNING
Do not proceed until apparatus is de-energized .
Figure 12 . Test for voltage with volt meter
Step 2
Connect cable to apparatus bushing
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Grasp pulling eye of the grounding elbow with shotgun,
pull firmly to remove elbow from the LRTP of the T-body.
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Set elbow aside in a clean area.
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Grasp O&T/Torque tool with the shotgun and pull fully
into hotstick.
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Using the shotgun, insert the O&T/Torque tool into the
throat at the LRTP and engage the rotating nut. Rotate
tool counterclockwise until both the threaded connection
and the rubber interference fit is broken.
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Lift the T-OP II termination from the insulated standoff
bushing to the apparatus bushing.
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While pushing the T-body on to the apparatus bushing,
turn the O&T/Torque tool clockwise to make the threaded
connection. Turn until torque head rachets (20-25 ft-lbs.).
An audible click will be heard. (Refer to Figure 13.)
Figure 13 . Install T-OP II termination onto
apparatus bushing
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Remove O&T/Torque tool.
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Using the hotstick, replace 200 A protective cap or
elbow arrester on the 200 A interface of the LRTP.
(Refer to Figure 14.)
