Thomas & Betts CHT214-9 Installation Manual

Featuring the Color-Keyed® System

for Copper H-Taps, Pressure Cable Connector

WARNING

RISK OF SHOCK, DISCONNECT

POWER BEFORE INSTALLATION.

INSTRUCTION SHEET

Cat. No. CHT214-9

1. Strip insulation from cables to allow for
clearance of taps. DO NOT nick the strands.

2. Insert the cable(s) into the corresponding
groove(s). MAIN and BRANCH.

3. Secure the cables at either side of the
connector by using the TY-RAP
enclosed.

NOTE: Some connectors have more than one branch slot. It is not necessary to ll all the slots with
wire to achieve an acceptable crimp, only the main and one of the branch slots need to be lled.

MAIN

BRANCH

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cable ties

SIDE TAPS

4. Install the proper die in the crimping tool.
INSTALLING TOOL: TBM15, TBM15CR-LI,
TBM15I, TBM14M, and 13100A with 15CA71RCH
Brown Die*.
code" on die and connector.

5. Locate the connector properly in the die and

crimp as indicated on the appropiate die.

Ty-Rap

CABLE TIES

Observe the matching "color

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CABLE RANGE: (Code & Flex)

Main: 2-6 AWG Cu.
Branch: 2-6 AWG Cu.
Side Taps: 8-14 AWG Cu.

Three crimps are required, one in the

*

middle then one on each side.

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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 notication of any warranted defect, Thomas & Betts will, at its option, repair or
replace the defective product. Misuse, misapplication or modication of Thomas & Betts Products immediately
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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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