Installation

Before purchasing Elasco cable guards, please be sure to consider all of your project requirements, including the number of channels, the size of the channels, and your load bearing.

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Once you receive your cable guards, follow these steps to ensure safe installation:

Step 1: Positioning

When positioning your Elasco cable protectors, aim to have traffic approaching the product from the hinge side first. Avoid irregular surfaces where possible as flat surface is ideal for use and longevity; irregular surfaces allow water and other fluids to collect and create a slipping hazard.

Step 2: Ganging

When connecting the pieces together, always have the female side on top of the male side of the product (see adjacent image). Push down on the pieces at the connecting points. That reduces the chance of the male connectors peeking out of the top which will make it safer to use.

Step 3: Adding Cables

Now you are ready to flip open the lid and insert your cables into your Elasco Cable Protectors. Start by placing cables in the channel closest to the leading edge. Be sure to always load the most sensitive cables and hoses closest to the hinge-side of your Elasco Cable Protectors. Do not overstuff the cables; this can cause damage or cause a tripping hazard.

Step 4: Securing the Lid

Once the cables are laid out, either tuck the lid under the lip of your Elasco Cable Protector or, if applicable, secure the buttons on the lid to the base of your Elasco Cable Protector.