Revised: March 2021 I Revised By: BNelson Page 12 of 15
Identifying Damaged Cables
It is important to check cable conditions weekly. If any of the following are noticed, please put the unit
“out of order” and contact Matrix for a replacement cable.
Fractures:
Casing can crack or fracture under strains during use. Any crack in the casing merits cable
replacement even if no wire rope is exposed. Be especially observant for fractures near the
components on the cable assembly
Twisting/binding:
Inspect casing to ensure wire rope is not twisting within its casing. Any sign of the cable twisting
should be replaced immediately.
Bulging:
Internal wire rope strands can break within and coil causing a bulge to appear. Cable should retain
same outside diameter throughout.
Frayed/Exposed Wire:
Any exposed wire rope protruding through the casing or at either end.
Flattened:
Section of cable is compressed and will not retain its shape (outside diameter).
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