1. To cut flat cable, first slide a cable ripper up the cable. Press the handles of the cable ripper together and pull toward the end of the cable. This action will score the outer sheath.
 | 2. Bend the cable back to crack the score and then peel open the outer sheath of insulation. Pull the outer sheath and all separation materials away from the cable end, exposing the wires.
 | 3. Using a pair of diagonal-cutting pliers or utility scissors, cut off the opened sheath and paper or other separation materials, leaving just the insulated wires.
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