Gamma 8800 Els Owner's Manual - page 20
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MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
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 together
by hand while turning the Adjustment Knob, in the clock-
wise direction. If the clamp leaves impressions or dam-
ages 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 provided with the machine. Replacements 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 included with the machine.
Adjustment
Knob
Switching the Buzzer Off and On
The stringing machine is equipped with a buzzer that sounds when any key or button is
pressed, when the tensioner has pulled a string to the end of its travel and is not yet at tension,
or when there is a problem with the some fucntion of the machine. The buzzer can, however,
be disabled if desired for normal keypad entries.
To disable the buzzer, turn the machine on and while the display is counting down from 9 to
0, press and hold the Enter/Clear button for at least 5 seconds. The buzzer will be disabled
and will remain disabled. It can be enabled again by following the same steps listed above.
NOTE: Even when disabled, the buzzer will sound if the tensioner has pulled a string and
reached the end of the track prior to reaching the desired tension in the string, or if there is
some other problem with the machine that requires attention.This is meant to alert the user
of a problem, and can not be disabled.
Switch Action Clamp Base Removal
Switch 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.