VideoRay Defender MSS, Operator'S Manual

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When connecting multiple tethers for an operation, each connection should be secured with a tether to
tether strain relief to prevent separation of the connection. Use the following procedures to install and
secure the strain relief cord for tether to tether connections. The ROV strain relief cable may already
be attached to the tether. If so, it should be removed.
Failure to connect the strain relief properly may result in loss of the vehicle.
1. Ensure that you have all three parts of the tether to tether strain relief as shown below.
2. Ensure that both carabiners are labeled with '600lbs'. Older models of VideoRay ROVs used the
'450lbs' rated carabiners and these should not be used with MSS systems.