TM5-3810-305-10
Installing Wedge Socket on Cable
CAUTION
Be certain correct socket and
wedge as supplied are used.
Failure to follow this procedure
could cause damage to equip-
ment.
When installing wedge-type sockets on cable,
use the following procedure:
1. Lead cable through socket and forma large
loop. Draw cable end back through socket
approximately 2 in. (50.8 mm) (Figure 2-2).
Figure 2-2. Cable Loop
2. Insert wedge and allow cable strands to adjust
around it (Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3. Inserted Wedge
3. Seat wedge and loop just tightly enough to
4.
5.
Make lifts of gradually increased loads until
wedge is finally seated. Avoid imposing
shock loading on cable until wedge is firmly
in place.
With no more than 2 in. (50.8 mm) of cable
protruding, clamp dead end of cable with a
cable clamp (Figure 2-4).
Figure 2-4. Clamped Cable
Spooling Cable on Drums
Care must be exercised when installing cable on
winch drum. Improper spooling can result in
cable damage through crushing, kinking, dog
legs, abrasion and cutting. Poorly installed cable
will also adversely affect operating characteris-
tics of machine by causing uneven application of
force and motion. This, in turn, can cause pre-
mature fatiguing and failure of cable.
1. Inspect and clean winch thoroughly before
proceeding with installation.
2. Check lagging and drum flanges for cracks,
breaks and excessive wear.
3. Check for deformed or outsized drum and
excessive undercutting at base of flange.
These indicate that repair or replacement of
drum is necessary.
allow handling by attaching socket to a strong
support and engaging winch to take a strain
on cable.
2-3
