Utility Solutions Jack Jumper USJJ-003 User manual

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DANGER
Contact with high voltage will cause death or grievous personal
injury to the operator. Only use this device in conjunction with
safe operating practices around energized lines and equipment.
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WARNING
Carefully read and fully understand the INSTRUCTION
MANUAL prior to operating, maintaining or testing this
device. Improper operation, handling or maintenance of this
device can result in death, grievous personal injury and or
equipment damage.
Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool
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WARNING
Follow safe work procedures and practices when utilizing this
device. Failure to use this device in a safe manner can result
in death, grievous personal injury and or equipment damage.
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WARNING
ese instructions are not intended to replace or be a substitute
for proper safety training procedures. Failure to select the
proper tool in regards to minimum system requirements can
result in death, grievous personal injury and or equipment
damage.
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WARNING
Only trained and qualied personnel should operate, inspect
and maintain this device.
Product Description
The Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool permits a safe and quick method to bypass an overhead
cutout without the tedious use of bulky jumper cables. The tool is indispensable for fuse
coordination tasks and permits easy bypass of an underground dip. The Jack Jumper™ Cutout
Bypass Tool saves time and money, eliminates risk of service interruption and prevents accidental
cross phasing.
The primary purpose of the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool is to provide temporary fuse
replacement when performing fuse coordination on cutouts. The Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass
Tool is rated at 100 Amps continuous on AC current without exceeding a 40°C temperature rise.
Installation and removal of the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool is done with a shotgun stick.
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WARNING
Never install or remove Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool
without a working fuse in place. It is not a switch and should
never be used as one.
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WARNING
Only install the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool with the use
of an insulated shotgun stick. When attaching or detaching the
Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool do not use abrupt or rough
movements, be gentle and do not hurry.
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WARNING
If you are servicing a fuse, replace the fuse as quickly as possible.
e fuse is a protective device. e Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass
Tool DOES NOT FUNCTION AS A FUSE. If you must leave
the area, replace any fuses and remove the Jack Jumper™ Cutout
Bypass Tool. It is not a fuse replacement or permanent by-
pass mechanism.
C-00601 USJJ-003/008 Instruction Manual (6-4-15)
USJJ-003 15 kV Cutout Bypass Tool
USJJ-008 27 kV Cutout Bypass Tool
For use on CHANCE® Polymer & Porcelain Loadbreak Cutouts
Top Ring
Spring Mechanism
Bottom In-Line Ring
Upper Attachment Hook
Lower Attachment Hook

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Safety Procedures
Follow all basic and necessary procedures to secure the electrical site before beginning work.
Follow all existing codes, requirements and instructions for all equipment used in conjunction
with the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool. Inspect the cutout carefully for damaged or
corroded arcing horns, arcing bars or fuse doors. If arcing horns are corroded use standard
electrical procedures to clean the arcing horns prior to utilizing the Jack Jumper™ Cutout
Bypass Tool.
Inspect the porcelain for any damage or cracks. If either condition is found, do not use the
Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool.
Trouble Shooting
If the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool appears to be
malfunctioning do not attempt to repair it. Immediately
remove it from service, tag it as defective, note the specic
problem, and return it to Utility Solutions for inspection. Any
disassembly will invalidate any and all product guarantees,
claims and warranties.
Maintenance
The Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool is designed to withstand usual operational usage.
Proper care and handling will increase the longevity of service. Periodically inspect the Jack
Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool for corrosion and copper coil fraying/separation. The Jack
Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool is sold as a complete unit. Any maintenance, disassembly or
misuse voids any and all warranties, guarantees, or liability.
Warranty
Utility Solutions warrants the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool for any defects in
manufacturing for the period of one year. If the tool is returned within that time period, Utility
Solutions will replace the tool free of charge. No warranty is made if spring is overextended.
Installation
Removal and Storage
The Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool should be stretched
slightly and visually inspected prior to utilization to ensure
that the copper coil is not frayed or separated. If fraying or
separation of the copper coil has occurred do not utilize the
tool.
Inspection
1. Grasp the top ring of the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass
Tool with the shotgun stick.
2. Extend the shotgun stick as needed and per its
instruction.
3. Attach the upper attachment hook over the upper fuse
door. Ensure that the “hook” portion extends around the
upper fuse door. This can be done on either side of the
cutout (Figure A).
4. Be sure the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool is
secure and will not interfere with removal of the fuse
door.
5. Release the top ring.
6. Grasp the bottom in-line ring of the Jack Jumper™
Cutout Bypass Tool with the shotgun stick.
7. Gently pull to expand the spring and hook the bottom
attachment hook on the fuse door hinge casting (Figure
B). The Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool is now in
place; release it from the shotgun stick.
8. Open the fuse door and replace as necessary.
After all repairs are complete and removed fuses or other
items of equipment are replaced and the fuse door is closed,
it is safe to remove the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool.
1. Grasp the bottom in-line ring of the Jack Jumper™ Cutout
Bypass Tool with the shotgun stick and release the lower
attachment hook (Figure B).
2. Release the bottom in-line ring from the shotgun stick,
and then grasp the top ring with the shotgun stick.
3. Gently lift the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool until the
top attachment hook is free (Figure A).
4. Return the Jack Jumper™ Cutout Bypass Tool to its
specially designed storage and transfer case.
Upper Attachment Point
Figure A
Lower Attachment Point
Figure B
Arcing Bridge
Fuse Door
Fuse