Coyote Aerial Fiber Drop Closure: OCTOBER 2006

OCTOBER 2006
COYOTE® Aerial Fiber Drop Closure

Be sure to read and completely understand this procedure before applying product. Be sure to select the
proper PREFORMED product before application.
2.*
1.
3. 5. 7.*
4. 6. 8.
NOMENCLATURE
1. Closure Assembly (Includes end plates) (1) 6. Silicone Lubricant (1 five gram pack)
2. Aerial Hanger Bracket* (1) 7. Splice Plate* (1)
3. Hose Clamp (2) 8. Organizer Clips (12)
4. Drop Grommet (1)
5. Bobbin (1) * This component provided pre-assembled to closure.
Accessory Kits Step #1 Open closure assembly by loosening

Catalog No Description cover fasteners (4).
COYDACGK01 12 Hole Grommet Kit, includes (2)
hose clamps, (1) bobbin and
(1) silicone pack
COYDACSPA01 Splice Plate Assemby Kit, includes
(1) splice plate, (1) 12 count splice
block
80080156 12 count unprotected fusion splice
block kit
COYDACHBK01 Hanger Bracket Kit, includes
(1) hanger bracket, (2) closure Step #2 Loosen end plate bolts at the location the
mounting screws cable will enter the closure and remove
COYDACCVK01 Replacement Cover Kit, includes end plate.
(1) cover, (4) cover bolts
COYDACEPK01 End Plate Kit, includes (2) end
plates, (2) end plate bolts
COYDACCK01 Organizer Clip Kit, includes (1) set of
PLP Tip: Keep
organizer clips end plate
tethered
to closure
base.
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Step 3 Select end plate port that will Step #7 Insert the bobbin against the inside surface
be used and break out the of the grommet, inside the bundle of drops
webs by hand or with pliers. extending through the grommet.
Bobbin Drop Wires
Grommet
PLP Tip:
Confirm bobbin will
be oriented so it
will fit properly into
the closure base.
See step 13.
Leg to be inserted into base

Step #4 Place the cable over the selected entrance
port in the closure base and mark the cable
to identify the grommet location and sheath
opening location. Mark all cables to be used
for the application. Step #8 Mark and trim the drop strength member just
short of the lip at the end of the bobbin.
Trim strength
member here.
2.5” (64 mm)
Step #5 Remove the cable sheath per your Step #9 Install the small hose clamp near the
accepted company practice. end of the bobbin and tighten to restrain
mm) strength members.
7 0 ” (1880
e
PLP Tip: r Tub
Buffe
Do not remove
buffer tube during
this step.
Leave 3” (76 mm) of the

strength member
to trim later.
Step #6 Insert all of the drop cables required in Step #10 Install the larger hose clamp onto the
outer row for the application through the opposite end of the bobbin to capture the
grommet provided. outer jackets of the drop wire.
PLP Tip:
Use bottom entry
points in grom-
met when all entry
points will not be
used.
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Step #11 Mark the buffer tube 3 inches (76.2 mm) Step #15 Route fiber within channels provided in
from the inside surface of the grommet. closure base.
Remove buffer tube per your accepted
company practices.
)
2 mm
.
(76
3”
Step #12 Apply thin layer of the silicone lubricant

to outer surface of grommet and onto
bottom face of end plate
or closure.
Step #16 Splice fiber per your accepted company

practice.
Step #13 Insert grommet into closure base and Step #17 Install capture tabs into slots in base to
insert alignment leg of bobbin into help retain fiber.
channel in base.
Apply silicone lubricant

around sealing groove of
closure cover.
Step #14 Install end plate over grommet and Step #18 Rotate cover of closure shut and tighten
tighten fastener until end plate is fully (4) cover fasteners until cover is fully
seated. seated onto base.
PLP Tip:
Confirm both end plates are fully
seated.
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MOUNTING OPTIONS
Step #19 The Aerial Fiber closure includes a mount- Step #21 Aerial Pole Mount - J-Hook
ing bracket which provides options for
mounting the closure. Multiple holes are
provided in the bracket to allow for height
adjustment.
Mounting Bracket
Step #20 Aerial Pole Mount - Strapped Step #22 Aerial Strand Mount
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
This application procedure is not intended to supersede any company construction or safety standards. This procedure
is offered only to illustrate safe application for the individual. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PROCEDURES MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Do not modify this product under any circumstances.
This product is intended for use by trained technicians only. This product should not be used by anyone
who is not familiar with, and not trained to use it.
When working in the area of energized lines, extra care should be taken to prevent accidental electrical contact.
For proper performance and personal safety, be sure to select the proper size PREFORMED product before application.
PREFORMED products are precision devices. To insure proper performance, they should be stored in cartons under
cover and handled carefully.
P.O. Box 91129, Cleveland, Ohio 44101 • 440.461.5200 • www.preformed.com • e-mail: inquiries@preformed.com
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OCTOBER 2006

COYOTE® Aerial Fiber Drop Closure

Accessory Kits Step #1 Open closure assembly by loosening

© 2006 Preformed Line Products Company. All rights reserved.

Leg to be inserted into base

Leave 3” (76 mm) of the

Step #12 Apply thin layer of the silicone lubricant

Step #16 Splice ﬁber per your accepted company

Apply silicone lubricant

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