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WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN HANDLING WINCH CABLE, USE THICK LEATHER GLOVES TO
PREVENT INJURY TO HANDS FROM BROKEN STRANDS.
3.18.2.1
The wire rope should be examined daily to detect any signs of wear, damage or broken
wires. (See examples in Figure 3. 84).
3.18.2.2
In case of any apparent wear, have the wire rope checked by a competent person.
Separated Strand
Twisted Rope
Kinked Strands
Broken Strand Wires
