
INSTRUCTION SHEET
WARNING
RISK OF SHOCK, DISCONNECT
POWER BEFORE INSTALLATION.
for Ground Grid Connectors
Cat.
Nos.
54900L 250 MCM-500 MCM 250 MCM-500 MCM 5/8”-3/4” ROD #5-#6 (5/8”-3/4” ) 3/4” 1-3/8” 15G121R*15G121R
54895L #2 STR-250 MCM 250 MCM-500 MCM 5/8”-3/4” ROD #5-#6 (5/8”-3/4” ) 1/2” 3/4” 15G86R 15G126R
54885L #6 SOL-#2 STR 250 MCM-500 MCM 5/8-3/4” ROD #5-#6 (5/8”-3/4” ) 5/8” 3/4” 15501A 15G126R
54875L #2 STR-250 MCM #2 STR-250 MCM 1/2”-5/8” ROD #3-#4 (3/8”-1/2”) 1/2” 3/4” 15G86R 15G86R
54865L #6 SOL-#2 STR #1 STR-250MCM 1/2-5/8” ROD #3-#4 (3/8”-1/2” ) 5/16” 3/4” 15501A 15G86R
54855L #6 SOL-#2 STR #6 SOL-2 STR — — 5/16” 3/4” 15501A 15501A
Cable Range
2-1/2”
D
A
T
B
T
2-1/2”
INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE: Install these connectors on ground rods after the rods have been
driven to their nal depth.
1. Clean cable of all visible dirt with rough cloth or brush and provide a
bright copper nish by wire brushing or similar process.
2. Cable end(s) should protrude at least 3/4” beyond connector.
3. OPTIONAL: Use knurling tool 240-31565-94 on smooth ground rods.
4. Use hydraulic tool 13100A, TBM14CR-LI, TBM14M, TBM15CR-LI,
TBM15, or TBM15I or with die marked on part.
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WARRANTY: Thomas & Betts sells this product with the understanding that the user will perform all necessary tests to determine
the suitability of this product for the user's intended application. Thomas & Betts warrants that this product will be free from
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years following the date of purchase. Upon prompt notication of any
warranted defect, Thomas & Betts will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product. Misuse, misapplication or
modication of Thomas & Betts Products immediately voids all warranties.
Limitations and Exclusions: THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS THE SOLE WARRANTY CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT, AND IS IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMED. LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO COST OF REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THOMAS & BETTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
B
to Cable RangeBto Ground RodBto Rebar
Burndy Tools (Crimps)
Cat.
Nos.
54900L U1011 (3) U1011 (3) S1011 (3) S1011 (3) P1011 (3) P1011 (3)
54895L U997 (1) PU998 (1)
54885L U-0 (1) PU998 (1)
54875L U997 (1) U997 (1) U997 (1) U997 (1) U997 (1) U997 (1)
54865L U-0 (1) U997 (1) U997 (1)U-0 (1) U997 (1)U-0 (1)
54855L U-0 (1) U-0 (1) U-0 (1) U-0 (1) U-0 (1) U-0 (1)
Y750/Y35/Y39 Y45 Y46
A B A B A B
U997 (1)
U-0 (1)
D T
S998 (1) or
PU998 (1)
S998 (1) or
PU998 (1)
DIES FOR T&B TOOLS
(see Step 4)
A B
Requires 3 crimps
*
U997 (1)
U-0 (1)
*
P998 (1) or
PU998 (1)
P998 (1) or
PU998 (1)
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