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2.00 Locate and drill a hole through the tree

branch or trunk where cabling will be

installed. Hole diameter shall be slightly

larger than the cable diameter. The through

hole must be perpendicular to the branch

of the tree.

WEDGE-GRIP

DEAD-ENDS

Patent Pending

OCTOBER 2016

Be sure to read and completely understand this procedure before applying product. Be sure to

select the proper PREFORMED

product before application.

Extra precautions should be taken when it is anticipated that larger trees or heavy limbs will be

subject to dynamic activity due to higher than normal wind loadings. Contact a sales representative

for recommendations.

Wedge-Grip Dead-ends (Cat. Nos. WG-1250,

WG-1251, WG-1252, and WG-1253) should

be applied to extra high strength (EHS)

left hand lay (LHL) or right hand lay (RHL)

galvanized steel strand and common grade

strand sizes 3/16, 1/4, 5/16 and 3/8 inch.

To identify the appropriate WEDGE-GRIP

size, refer to the chart on page 3.

1.00 Match the correct EHS strand size needed

for the job with the corresponding WEDGE-

GRIP dead-end. The color code is visible

through the cap. Then tape the area of

FIGURE 1

Housing Wedges

Cap

Color

Code

the strand to be cut. This will prevent the

individual wires from separating after the

cable cutter cuts the strand.

NOTE: After strand has been cut, remove tape for

dead-end installation.

Roll Pins

Retaining Plug

Summary of content (4 pages)

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OCTOBER 2016 WEDGE-GRIPTM DEAD-ENDS Patent Pending Be sure to read and completely understand this procedure before applying product. Be sure to select the proper PREFORMEDTM product before application. Extra precautions should be taken when it is anticipated that larger trees or heavy limbs will be subject to dynamic activity due to higher than normal wind loadings. Contact a sales representative for recommendations.
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3.00 Twist cap on WEDGE-GRIPTM Dead-end just until wedges are loose and separated enough to insert the cable (Figure 2). Be careful not to twist the cap completely off the housing. 6.00 Position WEDGE-GRIP Dead-end against the tree and pull on cable to tension as required (Figure 5). 6.01 The WEDGE-GRIP Dead-end must be properly positioned in-line with the cable path.
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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES 1. WEDGE-GRIP Dead-ends are precision devices. To insure correct assembly, they should be handled carefully and installed as illustrated. 2. WEDGE-GRIP Dead-ends should be stored in cartons under cover – preferably shelf storage – until used. 3. WEDGE-GRIP Dead-ends may be removed and reapplied for the purpose of adjusting cabling installation. 4. WEDGE-GRIP Dead-ends should not be reused after original installation. 5.
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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. This product may be removed and reinstalled during the initial installation if it is in good condition. After extended service life, it is recommended the product not be reused once removed from service.