User manual SHRINK POLYMER SYSTEMS RIGHT ANGLE AND STRAIGHT BUSHING PROTECTION BOOTS 7.2-17.5KV

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS RIGHT ANGLE AND STRAIGHT BUSHING PROTECTION BOOTS 7.2-17.5kV INSTALL THE TERMINATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MAIN INSTRUCTION Notes to consider:Bushing Boots do not provide touch protection. Use a suitable heat source, preferably a Propane Gas Torch. Switchgear Bushings differ in size and length depending on the manufacturer, user should determine whether the Boot supplied is suitable for the particular application. Short skirt version is available upon request. 15 mm 1) Clean and de-grease the epoxy Bushings before proceeding. 2) Wrap the Black Mastic Tape around the Connector and Metalwork to build a smooth profile. Note:- Extend the Tape onto the Bushing and Heatshrink Insulation by 15mm as indicated in Fig 1. 3. Position the Boot to the back of the Bushing. With a suitable heat source, commence shrinking at the back end of the Boot Skirt. Shrink evenly all around the larger diameter Skirt until fully shrunk onto the Bushing, then continue shrinking the Leg to the Core. Note:A) It may be necessary to reposition the Boot whilst hot, in order to ensure it is correctly aligned. B) Once the Boot is fully shrunk, it is recommended that the Boot is heated for a further 10 seconds around the Skirt end to ensure a full circumferential seal is achieved. 15 mm Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 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 E-MAIL: info@shrinkpolymersystems.co.uk