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Auto-Start Quick Closing String Grip-
per Operation
The Quick Closing gripper will automatically
tension string without the need to press a ten-
sion lever or button. To tension a string, wrap
the string clockwise around the string guide
and insert the string between the string gripper
plates. Excessive slack in the string should
be removed before applying tension. Tension
string by placing the string between the parallel
gripper jaws and pulling the string perpendicular
to the gripper plates. As the gripper jaws begin
moving forward they will engage the sensor
built into the front of the gripper housing and the gripper will automatically pull tension. To
release tension on the string depress the tension lever switch or use the foot pedal switch.
For adjustment of the parallel plates, see “Setting the Gripper Plate Spacing” on page 27.
STRING GRIPPER OPERATION
CAUTION:
NEVER TENSION A STRING WITH YOUR FINGERS BETWEEN
THE STRING AND THE STRING GUIDE AS SERIOUS INJURY COULD RE-
SULT IF YOUR FINGER IS CAUGHT BETWEEN THE STRING AND STRING
GUIDE DURING TENSIONING.
PUSH ANY BUTTON TO RELEASE
TENSION.
