Thomas & Betts UT-3 Installation Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Installing tool, UT 3
For all " and " compression connectors
Important
Read and understand all instructions and safety information in this manual before operating or servicing this tool. Be aware of proper usage and potential hazards.
This lightweight (35 ounces) pocket size tool features SHURE-SQUEEZER™ DESIGN ­a proven ratchet and pawl mechanism which is designed to deliver proper compression before the jaws will release.
It installs the complete range of " and " self-insulated and bare SHURE-SPLICER™
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Product should be operated by a qualified electrician in
accordance with national and local electrical codes.
service connectors, in addition to one and two hole lugs, pin terminals, tees, splices and the UB212 and UB214 street lighting tap, simply by removing and reversing the coded upper die in the tool head.
Installation time is quicker because one stroke of the tool develops a full circumferential compression.
The tool frame is precision cast of steel with plastisol cushioned handles.
Because the tool has relatively few moving parts, maintenance consists of an occasional oiling of pivot and link pin areas.
Lubricate
Figure A Figure B Figure C
Tolerance gauge
Figure D
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Instructions
Lubrication:
The tool should be oiled occasionally with a good grade of lubricating oil in the pivot and link pin areas.
Installing dies:
This tool installs all " and " compression connectors. Install both sizes quickly by
removing and reversing the upper die for either size. To install the ½" sizes, the die
should be in the position shown in Figure B (" is readable, the " is upside down). To install " sizes, pull the upper die straight out of the tool, reverse the die and re-insert into tool. The " is now readable as shown in Figure C.
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1
UT3-4G
5 8
1. Install by inserting die into tool head.
2. Pull out to remove.
8 5
8 5
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UT3-4G
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Tool compression test:
To test for proper compression, place the "tolerance gauge" between the dies and close
the tool. If the gauge is not held in place, the
tool is below tolerance and should be returned to the factory for repair, Figure D.
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Part list
Overall dimensions: 12" x 2 ½" x ¾" Weight: 2 lbs. 3 oz.
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Product selection
Part no: Index
Description
No.
UT 3-1 1 Frame
UT 3-12 2 Nest spring
UT 3-4G 3 Nest
UT 3-10 4 Indentor pivot pin
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UT 3-3 5 Indentor
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2 1
5 8
UT 3-5 6 Link
5 8
UT 3-11 7 Link pin
UT 3-9 8 Handle pivot pin
4 5
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8 9
10 11
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14
UT 3-2 9 Movable handle
UT 3-14 10 Groove pin
UT 3-8 11 Washer
UT 3-13 12 Pawl pin
UT 3-6 13 Pawl
UT 3-7 14 Extension spring
Note: Product must be operated in accordance with applicable national and local electrical codes.
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