GAMMA 5003 STRINGING MACHINE 2 POINT SC MOUNTING (Issue 5B - February 2014) - Manual (Page 16)

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If the lever releases before 60 lbs., using
the supplied L-shaped hex wrench, turn
the adjustment screw (B) located on the left
side of the latch block counter-clockwise to
increase the engagement of the brake release
latch with the brake lever. Repeat step 1 and
adjust until the correct tension is indicated
on the calibrator.
If the tension indicated in step 1 is greater
than 60 lbs., turn the adjustment screw clock-
wise to reduce the engagement of the brake
release latch with the brake lever. Repeat
step 1 and adjust until the correct tension is
indicated on the calibrator.
Loosen the 1.5 mm locking set screw (A)
located on the side of the latching block as
shown. The set screw is used to hold the
adjustment screw in place.
A
B
Tension Calibration Procedure
Set the tension to 60 lbs. as indicated by the
linear scale and rotary knob. Place the string
on one end of a tension calibrator into a string
clamp and secure. Place string located on
the other end of the calibrator into the string
tensioner and apply tension. If the brake lever
releases before or after 60 lbs., the tension
head should be calibrated as follows.
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENT