Grippers are not included.
These tools facilitate removing elbow connectors from bushings of transformers and other apparatus. Elbows can be difficult to remove when silicone grease on the interface of elbow and bushing dries out and hardens over time. A special integral hook on the tool head fits through the rubber eye of an elbow or the metal hook of a bushing cap. Used in this manner, the hook adds extra control and pulling power to the grippers.
Design Features
The lightweight Chance Elbow Tool (C4031822) employs a simple, slide-hammer mechanism to easily disengage and assist in replacing elbows. The tool and grippers help the operator control the elbow and stiff underground cable lead. For a sure, balanced grip the 5-pound slide hammer is plastisol coated and flared at both ends.
For secure handling, both front and rear handgrip areas of pole are coated with Griptread.
Tool is made of 1.25″ diameter orange Epoxiglas pole.
Tested per OSHA & ASTM F711
Operation:
To pull an elbow connector:
Insert hook through eye on elbow. Close down grippers on elbow by rotating pole. Support tool with one hand on front grip behind handguard and other hand on slide hammer. Slide hammer from front to rear anvil. Resulting impact should release elbow with sufficient momentum to withdraw it from bushing without extended arcing.
To install an elbow connector:
Follow the same procedures for pulling, EXCEPT use slide hammer impact against front anvil to help seat the elbow.
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