Care and Maintenance Summary

Here is a summary of how to care for and maintain your cable devices.

• Clean new cables and components by boiling them in a solution of water and baking soda for 15-30 minutes.
• To help with concealment, spray your cables and components with a flat, neutral paint or coat them with a commercial dip.
• Affix an identification tag with your information to all cable devices.
• Inspect the cables and components after you capture an animal.
  • Replace the cable if it is damaged.
  • Replace other components that are damaged or designed for a single use.
  • Some components, such as locks, swivels, and anchors, may be reused if they are undamaged.