Deadbreak Apparatus Connectors: 600 A 15/25 and 35 KV Class Deadbreak Protective Cap Installation Instructions

Deadbreak Apparatus
Connectors
Service Information
600 A 15/25 and 35 kV Class Deadbreak Protective

Cap Installation Instructions
S600-63-1
Contents
Product Information. 1
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation Procedures 3
Standard Insulated Protective Cap Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . 3
U-OP/T-OP II Protective Cap Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Pulling Eye
WARNING:
High Voltage. All associated apparatus must be

de-energized during installation, removal or
maintenance. Failure to comply could result in death,
severe personal injury and equipment damage.
CAUTION:
The Cooper Power Systems 600 A Deadbreak

Protective Cap Assembly is designed to be
operated in accordance with normal safe operating
procedures. These instructions are not intended to
supersede or replace existing safety and operating
procedures. Terminators must be de-energized
during operation or maintenance. Visible break and
adequate grounding must be provided before cable
work proceeds. (Ensure that the connector is rated
for the intended application before it is installed.)
The Deadbreak Protective Cap Assembly should be
installed and serviced only by personnel familiar
with good safety practice and the handling of highvoltage electrical equipment.
Product Information
Introduction
The 600 A Deadbreak Protective Cap meets the full

requirements of IEEE Std 386 standard Separable
Insulated Connector Systems, and provides an insulated,
fully shielded and submersible protection for energized
deadbreak interfaces. The cap is required for temporary or
permanent installation on deadbreak bushings, junctions
and other accessories having interfaces that conform to
IEEE Std 386 standard.
Read This Manual First
Read and understand the contents of this manual and

follow all locally approved procedures and safety practices
before installing or operating this equipment.
June 2010 Supersedes 10/08
Drain Wire
Figure 1.
Standard Insulated Protective Cap (15/25 kV shown).
Additional Information
These instructions cannot cover all details or variations in
the equipment, procedures, or process described nor
provide directions for meeting every possible contingency
during installation, operation, or maintenance. For
additional information, contact your Cooper Power
Systems Representative.
Acceptance and Initial Inspection

Each 600 A Deadbreak Protective Cap is in good condition
when accepted by the carrier for shipment. Upon receipt,
inspect the shipping container for signs of damage.
Unpack the Deadbreak Protective Cap and inspect it
thoroughly for damage incurred during shipment. If
damage is discovered, file a claim with the carrier
immediately.
Handling and Storage

Be careful during handling and storage of the Deadbreak
Protective Cap to minimize the possibility of damage. If the
Deadbreak Protective Cap is to be stored for any length of
time prior to installation, provide a clean, dry storage area.
Standards
ISO 9001:2008 Certified Quality Management System
600 A 15/25 and 35 kV Class Deadbreak Protective Cap Installation Instructions
SAFETY
FOR LIFE
SAFETY FOR LIFE
SAFETY
FOR LIFE
Cooper Power Systems products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards relating to product safety. We actively
promote safe practices in the use and maintenance of our products through our service literature, instructional training
programs, and the continuous efforts of all Cooper Power Systems employees involved in product design, manufacture,
marketing and service.
We strongly urge that you always follow all locally approved safety procedures and safety instructions when working
around high-voltage lines and equipment and support our Safety For Life mission.
SAFETY Information
The instructions in this manual are not intended as a
subs titute for proper training or adequate experience
in the safe operation of the equipment described.
Only competent technicians, who are familiar with this
equipment should install, operate and service it.
A competent technician has these qualifications:
n Is thoroughly familiar with these instructions.
n Is trained in industry-accepted high- and low-voltage
safe operating practices and procedures.
n Is trained and authorized to energize, de-energize, clear,
and ground power distribution equipment.
n Is trained in the care and use of protective equipment
such as flash clothing, safety glasses, face shield, hard
hat, rubber gloves, hotstick, etc.
Following is important safety information. For safe
installation and operation of this equipment, be sure to
read and understand all cautions and warnings.
Hazard Statement Definitions

This manual may contain four types of hazard
statements:
DANGER:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:

avoided, could result In death or serious injury.
CAUTION:

avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Caution: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in equipment damage
only.
Safety Instructions
Following are general caution and warning statements that
apply to this equipment. Additional statements, related to
specific tasks and procedures, are located throughout the
manual.
DANGER:
Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage will

cause death or severe personal injury. Follow all
locally approved safety procedures when working
around high- and low-voltage lines and equipment.
WARNING:
Before installing, operating, maintaining, or testing

this equipment, carefully read and understand
the contents of this manual. Improper operation,
handling or maintenance can result in death, severe
personal injury, and equipment damage.
WARNING:
This equipment is not intended to protect human

life. Follow all locally approved procedures and
safety practices when installing or operating this
equipment. Failure to comply may result in death,
severe personal injury and equipment damage.
WARNING:
Power distribution and transmission equipment

must be properly selected for the intended
application. It must be installed and serviced
by competent personnel who have been trained
and understand proper safety procedures. These
instructions are written for such personnel and
are not a substitute for adequate training and
experience in safety procedures. Failure to properly
select, install or maintain power distribution and
transmission equipment can result in death, severe
personal injury, and equipment damage.
S600-63-1
SAFETY
FOR LIFE
installation Procedures
Standard Insulated Protective Cap Kit
Insulated Protective Cap
Silicone Lubricant
Instruction Sheet
U-OP/T-OP II Protective Cap Kit

Insulated protective Cap
Silicone Lubricant
Instruction Sheet
INSTALLATION instructions
Installation Instructions
No special tools are required. A hotstick tool is used to

place the protective cap on a de-energized bushing.
No special tools are required. A hotstick tool is used to

place the protective cap on a de-energized bushing.
WARNING:
All associated apparatus must be de-energized

during installation, removal or maintenance.
WARNING:
All associated apparatus must be de-energized

during installation, removal or maintenance.
Step 1
Step 1
Clean and Lubricate

Clean the interface surfaces of the protective cap and
apparatus bushing.
Lubricate the interfaces of the protective cap and mating
apparatus bushing using the lubricant supplied.
Install stud into apparatus bushing

NOTE: Ensure unit is de-energized.
Thread the shorter threaded end of T-OP II stud into the
apparatus bushing until hand tight.
Engage the flats of the stud with a 1/2" wrench and
thread the stud into the bushing an additional 1/4
revolution past hand tight.
Remove any shavings that may have been raised during
the threading procedure.
Step 2
Install
Grasp pulling eye of protective cap using a hotstick.
Push cap onto mating apparatus interface.
Turn hotstick clockwise to make threaded connection.
Continue turning cap until tight.
Remove the hotstick.
Step 3
Ground
Attach supplied drain wire to system ground.
Step 2
Clean and lubricate
Clean the interface surfaces of the protective cap and
mating apparatus bushing.
Lubricate the interfaces of the protective cap and mating
apparatus bushing using the lubricant supplied.
Step 3
Install
Grasp pulling eye of protective cap using a hotstick.
Push cap onto mating apparatus interface.
Turn hotstick clockwise to make threaded connection.
Continue turning cap until tight.
Remove the hotstick.
Step 4
Ground
Attach supplied drain wire to system ground.
600 A 15/25 and 35 kV Class Deadbreak Protective Cap Installation Instructions
SAFETY
FOR LIFE
2010 Cooper Industries. All Rights Reserved.

Cooper Power Systems, U-OP, and T-OP are valuable trademarks of
Cooper Industries in the U.S. and other countries. You are not permitted to
use the Cooper Trademarks without the prior written consent of Cooper
Industries.
IEEE Std 386 standard is a trademark of the Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers, Inc., (IEEE). This publication/product is not endorsed
or approved by the IEEE.
S600631 Rev. 1 Supersedes S600631 Rev 0
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Deadbreak Apparatus

600 A 15/25 and 35 kV Class Deadbreak Protective

High Voltage. All associated apparatus must be

The Cooper Power Systems 600 A Deadbreak

The 600 A Deadbreak Protective Cap meets the full

Read This Manual First

Read and understand the contents of this manual and

June 2010 Supersedes 10/08

Acceptance and Initial Inspection

Handling and Storage

600 A 15/25 and 35 kV Class Deadbreak Protective Cap Installation Instructions

SAFETY FOR LIFE

Hazard Statement Definitions

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage will

Before installing, operating, maintaining, or testing

This equipment is not intended to protect human

Power distribution and transmission equipment

U-OP/T-OP II Protective Cap Kit

No special tools are required. A hotstick tool is used to

No special tools are required. A hotstick tool is used to

All associated apparatus must be de-energized

All associated apparatus must be de-energized

Clean and Lubricate

Install stud into apparatus bushing

600 A 15/25 and 35 kV Class Deadbreak Protective Cap Installation Instructions

2010 Cooper Industries. All Rights Reserved.

2300 Badger Drive

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