Thomas & Betts 600ECS-G3 Installation Manual

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Installation Instructions: ECS--G3

Jacketed Cable Grounding and Sealing Kit

for Jacketed Copper Tape Shielded Cable

200 ECS--G3 -- Cable O.D. Range 0.80”--1.50”(20--38mm)
600 ECS--G3 -- Cable O.D. Range 1.28”--2.30”(32--58mm)

CONTENTS: Cold Shrink Tube, 3--Mastic, Flat Copper Braid equivalent to #10 AWG conductor, Conductive Copper Tape,

Spring Coil, Installation Instructions.

DANGER

All apparatusmust be de--energized during installation or
removal of part(s).

Donottouchormoveenergizedproductsin the work area.

All apparatus must be installed and operated in
accordance with individual user, local and national work
rules and electrical standards.

These instructions do not attempt to provide for every
possible contingency.

Failureto follow theseinstructionswill resultin damage to
the product and serious or fatal injury.

This product should be installed only by competent
personnel trained in good safety practices involving high
voltage electrical equipment. These instructions are not
intended as a substitute for adequate training or
experience in such safety practices.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PARTS, INSTALLATI ON RATINGS AND COMPATIBILITY, CALL THE NEAREST ELASTIMOLDROFFICE.

If this product is supplied with a protective shipping
cover(s), remove this shipping cover(s) and replace with
the appropriate HV insulated cap(s) or connector(s) before
submerging or energizing the circuit.

Inspect parts for damage, rating and compatibility with
mating parts.

Excess distortion of the assembled product may result in
its failure.

Limited Warranty:

1. T&B warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years, except for tools which are warranted
separately (see warranty accompanying those products). Fisher Pierce products and Elastimold Reclosers are warranted for three years; and Joslyn 
VBT and VBUcapacitorswitches are warranted for four years or 40,000operationswhicheveroccurs first. Upon prompt notification of a warranted defect,
T&B will, at its option,repair or replace the defective product.

2. In no event shallT&B be liable for any consequential, indirect or special damages, norwill T&B be liable for transportation,labor, or other charges arising
out of the removal or reinstallation of its products. Liability for breach of warranty is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the warranted product
only.

3. Misuse, misapplication or modification of T&B products immediately voids all warranties.

THEWARRANTIES ANDREMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVEAND ARE INLIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES,INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMED.

IMPORTANT

1. Check contents of package to ensure they are complete

and undamaged.

2. Check all components to ensure proper fit with cable

and/or mating products.

3. Read entire installation instructions before starting.

4. Have all required tools at hand and maintain cleanliness
throughout the procedure.

STEP 1

Wipe the outer jacket clean a distance of 30” (750mm). Slide cold shrink tube (loose end first) onto the cable a distance of 18”
(458mm).

Cold Shrink Tube

Loose End

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18” (458mm)

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STEP 2

Remove the outer jacket for a distance of 4” (102mm) beyond
the semi--con shield skive dimension recommended by product
manufacturer. Remove copper tape shield for a distance of 1
!/2” (38mm) from the end of the semi--con shield.

Insulation

1!/2” (38mm)

4” (102mm)

STEP 3

Wrap conductive copper tape around the edge to keep the
copper tape shield in place. Install the desired product per the
manufacturer’s instructions included with the product. Apply
one wrap of mastic.

STEP 4A

Slightly flare the end of the braid with the solder block and place it
on the copper shield, flush against the cable jacket.

STEP 4B

Wrap the spring coil around braid and cable two complete
turns.

Semi---con Shield

Copper Tape Shield

Conductive Copper Strip

Outer Jacket

1/4” (6mm)

Mastic

Braided Copper Wire

Solder Block

Flush

Spring Coil

STEP 4C

Bendbraidback over the springandwrap theremainderofthe
spring coil around the braid and cable. Finger tighten the
spring coiland secure the end of the coil with a short piece of
copper tape. Be sure the solder block of braid is centered on
top of the mastic tape.

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STEP 5

Apply mastic over the braid, as shown.
Over wrap mastic with two half--lapped layers of vinyl tape.
Wrap the third piece of mastic around the cable entrance of

the connector being used. Over wrap mastic with two
half--lapped layers of vinyl tape.

STEP 6

Pull loose end from back and unwind cord in clockwise direction
until plastic core is flush with end of cold shrink tube. Slide cold
shrink tube into position and continue to unwind cord in
clockwise direction. Cold shrink tube will collapse at product end

first. IMPORTANT: When no cable adapters are used, tube
must overlap elbow or joint end at least 1” (25mm) for a proper
seal. When cable adapters are used, tube must overlap adapter
and butt against accompanying housing for a proper seal.

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Mastic/Vinyl Tape

Cold Shrink Tube

Cold Shrink Tube

STEP 7

Using suitable connector (Not Supplied), ground assembly in
accordance with standard utility practices.

Cold Shrink Tube

#14 CU Wire

Connector

To System Ground

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