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Chapter 2 Installing the Tap
Preparing for Installation
Complete the following tasks before installing the tap housing.
Prepare connectors
Remove the faceplate
Important: The installer should review and install this product per EN 50083-
1/A2:1998.
To Prepare the Connectors
The tap requires KS-connectors for input and output connections. You must trim
pins to the correct length before inserting them into the housing. Follow these steps
to prepare the connector.
WARNING:
Avoid electrical shock and damage to this product. If AC is present on the
cable, take care to avoid electrocution or short circuits when cutting the cable.
1
Cut the cable to allow proper entry into the port while also allowing for
expansion hoops in strand installations.
2
Prepare the cable ends per the cable manufacturer‟s recommended method.
3
Place the connector above the entry port so that it lines up with its installed
position.
4
If the pin extends past the stripline on the housing, use wire cutters to trim the
pin flush to the stripline. See the diagram below for a visual guide.
Important: If the pin does not reach the stripline on the housing, inadequate
electrical connection to the tap may occur, causing loss of signal to all
downstream subscribers.
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WARNING:
Avoid electrical shock and damage to this product. If AC is present on the
cable, take care to avoid electrocution or short circuits when cutting the cable.
CAUTION:
Always ensure that the length of the center conductor pin is accurate.
Excessive length could damage the connection beam housing and cause
performance problems in the unit.
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