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2 . Feed the cable through any Pass Through Newels toward the Tensioner Fitting at the opposite end of the run . Mark the cable at the score mark on the body of the fitting . Cut the cable at this mark ( S ).

Cut cable

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3 . Loosen the Tensioner Fitting so that approximately 5 or 6 threads are showing and insert the cable end into the fitting as described in the preface of this section ( T ). FULL INSERTION OF THE CABLE IS CRITICAL TO FITTING PERFORMANCE UNDER TENSION .

Push

Rotating clockwise

T

Tensioner Rake Fitting

Push

Pull

Rotating clockwise

5-6 Threads

5-6 Threads

Tensioner Level Fitting

Pull

4 . Following the Tensioning Sequence to the right , tension each cable by holding the tensioner fitting body with a 3 / 8 " open end wrench on the wrench flat nearest the cable ( Do not let this section rotate while cable is inserted ). Using a second 3 / 8 " open end wrench , rotate the female threaded section of the fitting onto the male threads ( U ). Consult local building codes for the desired tension on cables . Start tensioning at the top and bottom cables of the run and work in an alternating pattern toward the center of the run as shown in the illustration to the right . It may be necessary to make two passes at this process because the frame may flex as the cables are initially tensioned , thus allowing the previously tensioned cables to slightly lose tension .

TENSIONING SEQUENCE

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Top stabilizing member required to ensure performance

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Due to the nature of wood , the tension on the cables will need periodic adjustment by using two 3 / 8 " open end wrenches as described in step 4 above .

RECOMMENDED

Stationary

Tensioner Level Fitting

U

Tensioner Rake Fitting

Stationary