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8. Install O-rings on HLL cable. Then, take one end of 3/8” cable and create a loop around the thimble. See
Appendix A (pgs. 8-9) for fist grip installation instructions. Repeat on opposite end of system.
9. Tighten turnbuckle evenly on both ends so there is 6” of slack measured vertically at midpoint of span.
Qualified Person must make final determination regarding sufficient cable slack.
6. Attach one end of turnbuckle to Metal Energy Absorber at one end of
system as shown, and tighten until at least 1 full thread is visible.
7. Place wire rope thimble on other end of turnbuckle. Tighten bolt until at least 1 full thread is visible. Attach
second steel shackle and thimble to anchor point or Metal Energy Absorber at opposite end of system (second
turnbuckle is not used).
Slack: 6”
Tightening bolts on the Absorbinator system
YES
NO
3. Attach Metal Energy Absorber to anchor point using provided steel
shackle as shown. If system is more than 60’, attach second Metal
Energy Absorber to anchor point at other end of system. Tighten shackle
until at least 1 full thread is visible.
4. Make any other necessary attachments to anchorage connectors.
*In the event that a 90° corner is needed, two HLL systems may be
attached to a single anchor point as shown.
5. Adjust turnbuckle(s) to extended position (see below).
