5
8.03
Check the sizing of the grommet with the core
and layers removed. Determine if the fit is close
to the final sizing requirements. The seam in the
grommet
should
close
completely
when
compressed by hand around the cable. If you
can’t comfortably close the seam with one hand
then another layer must be removed. A small gap
may be present at the seam. If so, the gap will be
eliminated when the grommet is compressed
during final assembly. Refer to
Photo 7
–
Closing Grommet by Hand.
Photo 7 - Closing Grommet by Hand
9.0
ROMMET PLACEMENT AND ORIENTATION
9.01
The grommet must be properly lubricated to get
the seal and uniform compression when
compressed by the cable clamp. Open the blister
pack of lubricant and apply lubricant to the large
flange of the grommets. Refer to
Photo 8
–
Grommet Lubrication.
PHOTO 8 - Grommet Lubrication
9.02
The grommets will be placed on the cable in an
opposing orientation. The larger flanges of the
grommets fit in the first and last slots of the cable
entry port. The ends of the grommets where the
layers are visible should now be facing each
other. The grommets cable access slots must be
oriented to two separate positions. The first
grommet will be positioned at 6:00
o’clock and
the second grommet will be positioned at 12:00
o’clock. Refer to
Photo 9
– Proper Grommet
Orientation.
PHOTO 9 - Proper Grommet Orientation.
9.03
To assure that the cable remains level going
through the grommets and seal area of the
center-base, a cable retention grommet is used
to keep the cable flat and level to assist in cable
retention. The cable retention grommet is similar
in design to the sealing grommet. It provides a
cradle for the cable to lie in under the cable
retention clamp. Remove the same number of
layers on this ½-grommet as on the sealing
grommets. Refer to
Photo 10
– Cable Retention
Grommet Position.
Photo 10 - Cable Retention Grommet Position
9.04
Position the grommets and cable into the cable
entry port of the center section being careful to
maintain the grommet orientation. Assure that
