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Tools and Temporary Grounding

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General Safety Rules
Safety comes first!
Comply with all company standards, safety rules, laws, and local
and industry standards
Maintain and test the tools according to applicable standards (IEEE,
ASTM, IEC, etc.)
Hold a pre-work meeting before starting the job
Use the tools appropriate for the job to be done
Inspect all tools and equipment prior to starting the job
Clean all Epoxiglas surfaces before starting the job and after
finishing
When not in use properly store the tools in a clean and protected
place and never on the ground
Observe minimum approach distances for the voltage being worked
 Minimum Approach Distance (MAD)
Sticks are not rated
Tested at 100kV per foot
Condition of hot stick affects insulation

*Per OSHA prior to April 2015

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Tool care at the work site
Use tarps and stands to lay
out the tools and equipment
for the job
Clean, inspect, and test all of
the tools and equipment
Hold a pre-work meeting
Complete the job
Keep tools off of the ground
Clean the tools again before
storing
Chain Hoist Care Instructions

PSC3011S001

See Instruction Manual for detailed servicing instructions

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Chain Hoist Use Instructions
Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to use
Always inspect prior to each use

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Chain Hoist Use Instructions

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Strap Hoist Care Instructions

PSC3090467
and
PSC3090468
Instructional Video CHANCE
Nylon Strap Hoist and Link Stick
Electrical Tests available at:
http://videos.hubbellpowersys
tems.com/category/videos/lin
eman-tools

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Strap Hoist Use Instructions
Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to use
For live line applications always use an insulated link stick
Always inspect prior to each use

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Strap Hoist Use Instructions

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Strap Hoist Use Instructions

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Blocks and Handline Hook

Inspect prior to use for

damage and proper operation
Keep clean
Store in dry, clean, and
T4001258 protected location
C4176067

M1849

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Epoxiglas Tools
C4000574

H464510
C4033068 C4030292 H17604 H46468
and and C4030185 H18916 and H185525 C4001175 H464712
C4033069 C4030293 H176010 H464716

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Epoxiglas Cutters

C4031384

H18716

C4032862

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Epoxiglas Conductor Support Equipment

C4000075

H48628 M48057
C4000517

H4809W
H486251 C4001509

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Epoxiglas Tools

H4717 and
H47171

C4000812

S16007
H47146 T4000870

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Epoxiglas Cleaning and Maintenance
Clean before and after every use
Use Silicone wipes for everyday cleaning
Use Moisture Eater II wipes for heavy
contamination, always followed by a Silicone
wipe
Inspect before each use for:
Any damage
Contamination
Damaged, loose, or missing components
Correct operation
Damaged hot sticks Remove from
service for repair or replacement
Gloss restorer kit
Other repair kits

Instructional Video Epoxiglas Hotstick Care available at:

http://videos.hubbellpowersystems.com/category/videos/lineman-tools

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Epoxiglas Maintenance
The most common damage
comes from impacts,
abrasions, or from using the
tool as a pry bar
Typical repairs:
Replacing damaged or
missing components
Repair small surface ruptures
Restoration of the gloss
finish
Epoxiglas Testing

Testing Epoxiglas Tools:

Minimum once every two
years or according to local
standards
After any repair
If there is any suspicion that
the tool is not insulating
properly
Follow the procedures for
ASTM, IEC, IEEE, or local
standards

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Ratchet Cable Cutters

Inspect prior to use for

damage and proper operation
Keep clean
Store in dry, clean, and
C4032980
protected location

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Ratchet Cable Cutters - Instructions

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Temporary Cutout
Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to use

PSC6010342

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Temporary Cutout - Instructions

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Temporary Cutout - Instructions

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Temporary Cutout - Instructions

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Temporary Cutout - Instructions

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Temporary Cutout - Instructions

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Jumpers

Inspect prior to use for

damage and proper operation
PSCJS00484
Keep clean
Store in dry, clean, and
protected location

G4775

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Covers

C4060514GA
C4060537

C4060102
C4060557 (12) C4060097
C4060557L (16)

M49376
C4060000 C4060547 M4933

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Covers

C4060299
C4060309

C4060348 C4060346

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Covers - Cleaning and Maintenance
Inspect before every use for:
Any defects
Contamination
Damaged, loose, or missing components
Clean regularly
Water and neutral soap or Moisture Eater II for line
hose, polyethylene covers, and blankets
Only water and neutral soap for ABS plastic covers
Use Silicone wipes or spray to lubricate the interior of
line hoses
Damaged covers Remove from Service
Store all covers and blankets in a clean, dry, and
protected area out of direct sun light
Store blankets rolled up never folded
We recommend using storage tubes

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Covers- Testing
Hard Covers
Design tested per ASTM F712 and IEC 61229
Per IEC 61229 perform periodic testing at least once
every 12 months or according to local standards
Line Hose
Design tested per ASTM D1050
Per ASTM F478 perform electrical testing if electrical
integrity is suspect or according to local standards
Rubber Blankets
Design tested per ASTM D1048 and IEC 61112
Per ASTM F479 and IEC 61112 perform periodic testing
at least once a year or per the local standards

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Accessories
M445523 and
P4030369P
(blades)
M1860
M445519 M445587 M445550 M44556

M445592 M445585 M445584 M445563 and

M1899
C4030834 M44555
M445597 (Replacement
Brushes)

C4031416

Universal Tool Kit M445567

C4031112 C4032505 C4031085M
C4030177

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Accessories Conductor Support

M474014 M17291 M474010W M4742

M4744 M47411 E4000008P M17285

C4000073
M47412
M47413

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Accessories Conductor Support

M1847 M1846W

M47602
C4001016

M4760W

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Accessories Blankets and Tools

C4032999 C4060531 C4060530 C4060532

M4660
C4170150 C4170144
C4170146

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Accessories Instructions

Inspect prior to use for damage and proper operation

Keep clean
Store in dry, clean, and protected location

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester
Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to use

Instructional Video CHANCE Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester available at:

http://videos.hubbellpowersystems.com/category/videos/lineman-tools

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Wet/Dry Hot Stick Tester - Instructions

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Other

T165640H WPH3
T165650H

Inspect prior to use for

damage and proper operation
Keep clean
C4170589 Store in dry, clean, and
C4170139 protected location
C4170140
C4170141 C4000799

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Epoxiglas Cleaning Kit

Comprised of:
Moisture Eater II
Abrasive Cleaning Pads
Gloss Restorer Kit
Hot Stick Wiping Cloths

C4002365

Instructional Video CHANCE Care and Maintenance of Hot Line Tools available at:
http://videos.hubbellpowersystems.com/category/videos/lineman-tools?page=1

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Moisture Eater II Epoxiglas Cleaner
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

C4002364
(also in C4002365)

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Abrasive Cleaning Pads
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

C4001166
(included in C4002365)

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Gloss Restorer Kit Part A
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

C4001520
(included in C4002365)

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Gloss Restorer Kit Part B
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

C4001520
(included in C4002365)

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Hot Stick Wiping Cloths
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

M1904
(included in C4002365)

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Silicone Wipes Epoxiglas Cleaner
Read and
understand all
instructions and
full MSDS prior
to use.

C4002568

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Silicone Lubricant lubrication of line hose
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

C4002320

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Epoxiglas Bond Patching Kit
Read and
understand all
instructions
and full MSDS
prior to use.

H1917

Instructional Video CHANCE Care and Maintenance of Hot Line Tools available at:
http://videos.hubbellpowersystems.com/category/videos/lineman-tools?page=1

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Questions?