IDEAL 42 Splice Line In Line Wire Connectors Instructions

IDEAL 42 Splice Line In Line Wire Connectors

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: SpliceLineTM Model 42 In-Line Push-In Wire Connectors
• Wire Connector Model: LR9706 774A
• Wire Range: 12 to 20 AWG Solid (Reusable), 12 to 16 AWG Stranded (< 19 strands) (Non-reusable)
• Approved Insulation Types: TFN, TFFN, THHN, THWN, XHHW, T90 nylon or equivalent

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before starting any work, ensure to shut off power to the circuit and refer to local building codes for installation requirements.
2. Twist the stranded wire counterclockwise slightly while inserting it into the connector.
3. Use only one conductor per port in the connector.
4. Ensure the conductor is fully inserted into the back of the connector.
5. If reusing the connector on solid wires of the same diameter or larger, cut and re-strip conductors before reuse.
6. To remove a wire, pull and twist it back and forth. For solid conductors, twist back and forth. For stranded wire, use a new connector.
7. Do not re-use the connector on stranded wire.
8. Use the connector only inside an approved electrical enclosure.

FAQ

• Q: Can I reuse the connector on stranded wires?
• A: No, the connector is not reusable on stranded wires. For stranded wire, always use a new connector.
• Q: What wire range is compatible with the product?
• A: The product is compatible with solid wires ranging from 12 to 20 AWG (reusable) and stranded wires ranging from 12 to 16 AWG with less than 19 strands (non-reusable).
• Q: How should I remove a wire from the connector?
• A: To remove a wire, pull and twist it back and forth. For solid conductors, twist back and forth. For stranded wire, always use a new connector.

Installation Instructions

• To be sold only with installation instructions.

Warning: Contact with electricity can cause electrical fires, personal injury, or death.
Shut off power to the circuit before using this product and consult local building codes to determine installation requirements.

1. Wiring must comply with all applicable electrical codes.

2. Turn OFF the power before removing or installing connectors.

3. Cleanly strip wires ½”.

4. Grip the wire firmly and push the conductor into an open port.
   Slightly twist the stranded wire counterclockwise while inserting.
   Use only one conductor per port.

5. Verify conductor is fully inserted into the back of the connector.

6. Connector is reusable on solid wires of the same diameter or larger. If reusing the connector, cut, and re-strip conductors.

7. In order to remove a wire, pull and twist the wire back and forth.

DO NOT RE-USE connector on stranded wire.

• USE ONLY INSIDE AN APPROVED ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE.
• COPPER TO COPPER ONLY: Do Not Use on Aluminum wire.
• Temperature Rating: 105°C (221°F) maximum. 600 volts/20A maximum building wire.
• 1000 volts in signs and lighting fixtures.
• For use on insulation types TFN, TFFN, THHN, THWN, XHHW, T90 nylon or equivalent.

Wire Range

• 12 to 20 AWG Sol. } REUSABLE
• 12 to 16 AWG Str. (< 19 strands) } NON-REUSABLE

Strip Length

Insertion

• In order to remove solid conductors, pull and twist back and forth. For stranded wire, use a new connector.

Removal

Test

CONTACT

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.

• Sycamore, IL 60178, U.S.A.
• 800-435-0705 Customer Assistance
• www.idealindustries.com
• ND 7400-2

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