User manual SHRINK POLYMER SYSTEMS HEASHRINK JOINT TO SUIT 2-4 CORE XLPE & SWA & PVC CABLE 0.6 TO 3.6KV TYPE SPA

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION HEASHRINK JOINT TO SUIT 2-4 CORE XLPE/SWA/PVC CABLE 0.6 TO 3.6kV TYPE: SPA © DATE OF ISSUE:- 20.01.05 ONLY THREE CORES SHOWN FOR CLARITY X Fig 1 A B STRIP TO ½ LENGTH OF CONNECTOR A B X LONG SIDE SHORT SIDE 1. Ensure that the Cables overlap and prepare as above using the dimensions given in Table 1 below. 2. Slide the Outer Shrink Tubes, Armour Clamps and Copper Sock (If used) over the Cable end/s. CONDUCTOR SIZE (mm ) 1.5-6 10-16 25-50 70-95 120-185 240-400 2 LONG SIDE SHORT SIDE (mm) 150 170 215 300 400 530 (mm) 90 135 135 200 300 390 BEDDING B (mm) 10 15 20 20 20 30 ARMOUR A (mm) 30 35 45 50 60 75 X HALF CONNECTOR LENGTH TABLE 1 ARMOUR SUPPORT RING CONNECTOR INSULATION TUBES OUTER SHRINK TUBE LONG SIDE Fig 2 3. Fit the Armour Support Rings (No need if Cable is Steel Tape Armoured) before positioning the Connector Insulation Tubes down the longer of the Cores. OUTER SHRINK TUBE Fig 3 4. Expose the Conductors to half the length of the Connectors and fit using a suitable tool to crimp them. Note:Mechanical Shearbolt Connectors can be used, but user should advise as Insulation Tubes will need to be increased in size. 5. Position the Tubes centrally over the Connectors and shrink from the centre to one end at a time. Keep the flame on the move to ensure an even wall thickness. Sealants will be visible at Tube ends once fully shrunk. Note:- Heavy Duty Copper Sock is supplied as opposed to Cages for small Multicore and Power Joints up to 50mm2 OUTER SHRINK TUBE Fig 4 6. Wrap the Armour Cage around the joint gap and secure to the Armours at both sides with the Armour Clamps provided (Roll Springs if Copper Sock). Note:- User may need to apply Tape to the Cores to keep the joint profile down, particularly in the case of core crossing. Figure 5 shows Copper Sock secured to Armours With Roll Springs Fig 5 OUTER SHRINK TUBE Fig 6 7. Tape over any sharp points including Clamp Buckles. OUTER SHRINK TUBE Fig 7 8. De-grease the Cable Sheaths with the Tissues provided. Centralise the Tube and shrink from the centre to one end at a time. Keep the flame on the move all around the Tube to ensure an even wall thickness. 9. Allow the completed Joint to cool before applying any mechanical strain. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PURCHASER:- Sellers and Manufacturere's only obligation shall be to replace such quantity of the product proved to be defective. Neither the Seller nor Manufacturer shall be liable for any injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of the use or inability to use the product. Before using, User shall determine the suitability of the product for his or her intended use and User assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith. © UNITS P1-P3 GROVEMERE COURT BICTON INDUSTRIAL PARK KIMBOLTON CAMBS PE28 OEY TEL: +44 (0) 1480 861001 FAX: +44 (0) 1480 861002 EMAIL: info@shrinkpolymersystems.co.uk WEBSITE: www.shrinkpolymersystems.co.uk