21. This is a high-contact pressure connection. After tightening, brush completely around the connection to remove any small filings that occur from the wiping action of the contacting surfaces.
22. Remove the rods, handle, and the two sections of the inner conductor holding tool.
23. Place a straightedge diagonally across the flange. Rotate the strain insulator to position the front edge of the female connector flush to the straightedge.
24. At low level, remove the U-bolt from the hanger of the previous section that is closest to the attached transmitter-end repair section. At high or transition levels, install a lifting assembly to each support and attach ropes and pulleys to the cable prior to the removal of the U-bolt. Support the cable vertically in 10-ft (3 m) intervals and position the supports to hold the cable as shown in the illustration.
NOTE: Save the U-bolt and hanger hardware.
5.5.4 Mate Repair Sections
The two segments of the repair section are mated at the EIA type interface as follows:
1. Prior to mating, align the flanges and connectors as shown in the illustration.
