
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION OF
CHANCE RATCHET CABLE CUTTERS
Ratchet Cable Cutter
Cat. No. C403-2979
Cable Capacity = 1000 MCM
Aluminum or Copper
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CAUTION
Read and understand these instructions before installation
or operation of this equipment. Competent personnel who
understand proper safety procedures must select, install,
and service this equipment. This instruction guide is written for such personnel. This guide is not a substitute for
adequate training and experience in safety procedures for
this type of equipment.
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WARNING
Do not attempt to cut guy strand or steel core conductor
with the C403-2979. It will result in damage to the cutter's
jaws and/or mechanism.
!
WARNING
Operators must wear rubber gloves and observe all applicable
working clearances and rules when cutting energized conductors.
Ratchet Cable Cutter
Cat. No. C403-2980
Cable Capacity =
556 ACSR / 750 MCM AA/CU
Single lever operation allows easy
switch from opening to closing.
Switch lever must be in full open
or closed position to insure proper
tool operation.
Pushing thumb slide toward head
releases handle stop which allows
handles to open wider and take
a longer stroke, providing rapid
opening and closing. Release
thumb slide for shorter, more
powerful strokes while cutting
conductor.
These instructions do not claim to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for all possible conditions to be met with concerning installation, operation, or maintenance of this equipment. If further information is desired or if particular problems are encountered
which are not sufficiently covered in this guide, contact A.B. Chance Company.
NOTE: Since Hubbell has a policy of continuous product improvement, we reserve the right to change design and specifications without notice.
POWER SYSTEMS, INC.
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Copyright 2010 Hubbell Incorporated, 210 North Allen Street, Centralia, Missouri 65240 USA
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P403-2985
Rev. C 7/10

CAT. NO. C403-2979
Tighten fulcrum nut
A007601 fully then back off
1 flat or 1/6 of a turn.
CAT. NO. C403-2980