GAMMA PROGRESSION Els STRINGING MACHINE (Issue 1 - March 2009) - Manual (Page 14)

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MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
Clamp Base Locking Nut Adjustment
In the event the Locking Lever rotation is
insufficient to ensure smooth operation of
the clamp base, very minor adjustments to
the Clamp Base Locking Nut can be made
with the supplied 17mm socket. Tighten or
loosen the locking nut in very small incre-
ments to provide more clamping pressure or
running clearance as needed.
Adjusting the String Clamp Jaw Spacing
The string clamps will need minor adjustments according
to what string type, construction, and gauge you are
using.
To adjust the gap (clamping pressure) between the clamp
jaws, insert the string through the racquet as if you were
beginning the main strings. Clamp the strings and pull
tension. If the string slips through the jaws of the clamp,
tighten the clamp by compressing the clamp jaws to-
gether by hand while turning the Adjustment Knob, in the
clockwise direction. If the clamp leaves impressions or
damages the string, it may be excessively tight and
should be adjusted by turning the Adjustment Knob
counter clockwise to open the gap between the jaws. The clamp jaws should be cleaned
periodically to be free from dirt, oil, and any string coating for them to grip properly. Knife
sharpening stones are excellent for removing build-up on the diamond coated surfaces and
are available.
Note: The string clamps supplied with your stringing machine can accomodate tight string
patterns such as badminton. Depending on the string pattern, the clamp may spread the
strings slightly which will not compromise the quality of the string job. String clamps designed
specifically for badminton racquets are available.
Adjustment
Knob
Quick Action Clamp Base Removal
Quick Action clamp bases can be removed
from the turntable for maintenance or clean-
ing by removing clamp stop located at the
end of the slot in the turntable. To remove the
clamp stop, remove the two screws holding
the clamp stop in place from the underside of
the turntable. Lift the clamp stop out of the
slot, slide the clamp base to the end of the
slot and lift it out. Replace the clamp base
and clamp stop in reverse order.