IEEE DRAFT 1215 : D13 2001

1 Overview
      1.1 Scope
2 References
3 Definitions
4 Design Considerations
      4.1 Systems
             4.1.1 Underground distribution systems
             4.1.2 Single-phase versus three-phase rating
             4.1.3 200 A loadbreak versus deadbreak
             4.1.4 600 A versus 200 A
             4.1.5 Grounding of component shields
             4.1.6 Overload rating
                      4.1.6.1 200 A loadbreak systems
                      4.1.6.2 200 and 600 A deadbreak
                                 (i.e. non-loadbreak) systems
             4.1.7 Interchangeability
      4.2 Environmental
             4.2.1 Environment
             4.2.2 Ultraviolet exposure
             4.2.3 Exposure to hydrocarbons
5 Construction/installation
      5.1 Use of loadbreak versus deadbreak
      5.2 Grounding of components and shields
      5.3 Lubrication
             5.3.1 Reasons to lubricate
             5.3.2 How to lubricate
      5.4 Tightening requirements
             5.4.1 200 A connectors
                      5.4.1.1 Bushing insert to bushing
                                 well stud
                      5.4.1.2 Elbow probe to compression
                                 lug
             5.4.2 600 A connectors
      5.5 Elbow/bushing assembly
      5.6 Compression lugs
      5.7 Solvents
      5.8 Cleanliness (avoiding contamination)
      5.9 Cable training
      5.10 Clearance for live-line tool operation
      5.11 Operator/bushing location
      5.12 Stacking 600 A T's
6 Operation
      6.1 Use of loadbreak versus deadbreak
      6.2 Deadbreak operating practices
             6.2.1 200 A or 600 A deadbreak connector
                      with a capacitive test point
             6.2.2 200 A or 600 A deadbreak connector
                      without a capacitive test point
      6.3 Loadbreak operating practices
             6.3.1 Proper operation using live-line tools
             6.3.2 Loadbreak switching practices
             6.3.3 Loadbreak grounding practices
      6.4 Capacitive test point
      6.5 Switching
             6.5.1 Cable switching
             6.5.2 Capacitor switching
             6.5.3 Radial and loop switching
             6.5.4 Ferroresonance
      6.6 Fault duty
             6.6.1 Through-faults
             6.6.2 Fault close
             6.6.3 Use of current limiting fuses
             6.6.4 Fault chasing
      6.7 Use of accessories
             6.7.1 General
             6.7.2 Multi-way junctions and feed-thrus
             6.7.3 Insulated parking bushings
             6.7.4 Deadfront arresters
                      6.7.4.1 General
                      6.7.4.2 Elbow arresters
                      6.7.4.3 Parking bushing arrester
                      6.7.4.4 Bushing insert arrester
             6.7.5 Insulated protective cap
             6.7.6 Bushing shipping cap
      6.8 Grounding accessories
             6.8.1 Test rod
             6.8.2 Grounding elbow
             6.8.3 Grounded parking bushing
      6.9 Inspection of separable connectors
             6.9.1 Condition after switching
             6.9.2 Elbows
             6.9.3 Bushings

Gives general information on the applicaiton and operation of separable connectors. It is meant to be basic and to supplement the manufacturers specific recommendations and established utility practices.