AFL PP-3-00759 Quick Compress Open Run Tee Tap Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- AFL
Table of Contents
AFL PP-3-00759 Quick Compress Open Run Tee Tap
Installation Instructions
Quick Compress Open Run Tee Tap for ACSR, AAC, AAAC and ACAR Conductors
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Remove the keeper.
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To compress, select the proper die size as stamped on the jumper connector.
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Prior to making connections, the groove of the aluminum accessories and the conductor must be clean. If the conductor is weathered or blackened, clean strands thoroughly with wire brush or abrasive cloth. Check the accessory groove for foreign particles and remove if present.
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Coat the aluminum conductor with AFL Filler Compound (AFC) over the length to be covered by the tee tap.
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A place run grove on the conductor and slide the keeper in place.
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Make initial compression on either side of the run starting at the “start knurl”. Make the second compression on the opposite end of the run at the “start knurl”. Continue making compressions to the end of the tee, overlapping the previous compression by approximately 1/4 die bite. Go back and complete the compression on the opposite end.
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A compressed portion of the tee should have a smooth, uniform appearance. Remove flash, if present, with file or abrasive cloth.
Installation Instructions
- Install run tee using steps 1 – 7 above.
- Insert conductor full depth into branch bore and mark conductor at end of the branch. Remove conductor after marking.
- Inject sufficient AFC In the end of the branch bore and on the conductor to ensure that excess compound will be visible at the branch end when completely compressed.
- Insert the conductor into the branch to the mark on the conductor.
- Make initial compression starting at the “start knurl”. Continue making compressions to the mouth of the branch overlapping the previous compression by approximately 1/4 die bite.
- A compressed portion of the branch should have a smooth, uniform appearance. Remove flash, If present, with file or abrasive cloth.
CAUTION: Follow installation instructions carefully. Improper installation can result in mechanical failure of the cable system and possible injury to persons handling or in the vicinity of the cable systems.