3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) 12mm Cable Entry Port Instructions July 2009 78-8140-6294-5-A 3 Contents 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 3 Kit Contents.................................................................................................................................... 3 Dielectric Cable Preparation - No Grounding................................................................................ 4 Armored Cables With Grounding................................................................................................... 4 Rubber Bushing and Cable Clamp Selection.................................................................................. 6 Cable Clamp Prep........................................................................................................................... 8 Pre-Assemble of ECAM-27-S on Cable......................................................................................... 9 ECAM Installation in Closure Base.............................................................................................. 12 Ground Wire Installation............................................................................................................... 14 Accessories................................................................................................................................... 15 2 78-8140-6294-5-A 1.0 Introduction The 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) 12MM-MF Cable Entry Port Kit is designed to accommodate routing of pre-terminated fiber connectors through .1/4" O.D.(6.3 mm) miniature flexible conduit. 2.0 Kit Contents G E B A C D E F H A. ECAM body E. (2) Cable clamps B. Locking fork F. (2) Cable clamp screws C. Cable bushing G. Cable tie D. ECAM nut H. Silicone grease pack Visually inspect all components. If any component is missing or appears damaged, do not install. Call 3M customer service at 1-800-426-8688 for a replacement product. 78-8140-6294-5-A 3 3.0 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) Preparation 3.1 Unscrew ECAM nut from body. 3.2 Loosen clamp screw 3-4 turns. 3.3 A screwdriver can be used to open clamps slightly. This will allow the flexible conduit to pass clamp through the clamp freely. 4 78-8140-6294-5-A 3.4 Push supplied grommet into pocket in 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) body. Grommet must be flush with the end of the ECAM body. 4.0 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) Installation on Miniature Conduit 4.1 Route flexible miniature conduit per company practice. Allow slack as needed for terminal and drop routing. 4.2 Slide ECAM components onto conduit as shown. 78-8140-6294-5-A 5 4.3 Allow 1/2 to 1 inch of the flexible conduit to protrude from end of body. Tighten 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) nut onto body until there is no gap between the nut and the body. No Gap NOTE: DO NOT TIGHTEN CLAMP AT THIS TIME! It may not be possible to feed fiber through if clamps are tightened before routing the fiber through the conduit. 4.4 A tie wrap can be used to secure the conduit to the end of the body. 4.5 Feed the connectorized fiber through conduit and assemble the connector per company practice. Allow 21-23 inches (530-580 mm) of slack for routing fiber in the 3MTM Fiber Dome Stubbed Terminal FDST-08S. 4.6 Tighten clamp screw using a screw driver or a 1/4" (7 mm) nut driver. Torque clamp screws to 20 in-lbs (2.3 N-m) 6 78-8140-6294-5-A 5.0 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) Installation in Closure Base 5.1 Determine port to be used in closure base. Select a port with considerations for fiber routing and fiber management. Unlock port plug by squeezing the tabs and pulling the plug out at the same time. 5.2 Ensure port in base and the ECAM O-ring is clean. If needed lightly lube ECAM O-ring using supplied silicone grease. Note: Follow health, safety and environmental information. Refer to product label or Material Safety Data Sheet for silicone lubricant. 78-8140-6294-5-A 7 5.3 Feed fiber through port and push the 3MTM External Cable Assembly Module (ECAM) firmly into port after aligning the hex on ECAM with hex opening in base. Note that the ECAM can be rotated and installed in six different orientations. Note: Take care not to kink fiber during installation of ECAM. 5.4 Install locking fork by sliding fork into groove on the ECAM body. Hold the fork parallel to the groove during installation. Ensure locking fork is fully seated in groove on ECAM. 5.5 Route and connect fiber in terminal as needed. 8 78-8140-6294-5-A 78-8140-6294-5-A 9 3M is a trademark of 3M Company. Important Notice All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M's products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any statements related to the product which are not contained in 3M's current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M. Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability. 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