493K K-Paq Junior Owner's Manual page 38

Toggle Clamp Maintenance
Toggle Clamp Tension Adjustment
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These clamps must be regularly checked to ensure that the correct tension is applied to the
catch plate; if there is too much tension then the catch plate can become over stressed and
through time will become bent open; if there is too little tension then the clamp will be
loose and there will be the risk that it does not maintain a grip on the catch plate. The
excessive compression on the silicone sponge will also cause deformation in this seal and
may allow moisture and heat to more easily enter the inner workings of the electronics.
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The tension on the clamp can be adjusted to ensure a reasonable grip on the catch plate.
Turning the screw with the terminal screwdriver will adjust the tension. Too much tension
will cause the catch plate to bend when the clamp is closed. If this occurs then the clamp
should be loosened. Too little tension and the claw will rattle on the catch plate. If this
occurs then the clamp should be tightened. The tension should be such that the clamp can
be closed easily between finger and thumb without having to strike the clamp or use excess
force.
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Clockwise adjustment: tightens clamp
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Anti-clockwise adjustment: loosens clamp
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