ADS Environmental Services Model 4000 530017 A0 - Manual (Page 79)

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6. Wrap the exposed wire ends with small pieces of plastic or
tape to prevent a possible short from occurring if they contact
during the potting process.
7. Slide the plastic potting collar over the soldered wires, and
secure the collar onto the threaded portion of the metal
connector.
Sliding the potting collar over the soldered wires
Note: Consider wrapping tape around the joint where the
plastic collar and moveable metal locking collar meet for
protection against resin that may spill during the process.
8. Mix the epoxy compound to pot the connector. Cold weather
conditions may prevent the epoxy from curing properly. If this
occurs, mix the epoxy in the vehicle.
9. Centering the telephone cable in the plastic collar, pour the
epoxy compound into the collar.
Pour slowly to avoid air pockets.
Pour in only a little at a time to allow the resin time to
flow around the wires and completely fill the connector.
Note: The final potted connector should have a bead of
resin rising slightly above the top of the collar, appearing
slightly overfilled.