Summary of Progression ST II
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Owner’s manual issue 4a - february 2014 x-st stringing machine.
Page 2: Limited Warranty
3 limited warranty gamma sports (gamma) warrants to the original purchaser that the x-stringer x-st stringing machine (“equip- ment”) purchased is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of fi ve (5) years from the date of original purchase for mechanical parts (excluding electric...
Page 3: Features
4 features machine features manual spring tension winder with 11 to 89 lbs tension range patented roller guide for maximum accuracy and consistency parallel jaw gripper with diamond dust coated gripping surfaces professional six point “quick mount” racquet mounting system- accommodates all racquets ...
Page 4: Assembly Instructions
5 remove and discard plastic washers assembly instructions support post installation to install the support posts you must fi rst remove the mounting bolt from the mounting plate that sets inside the central cavity of the turntable. There are large holes stamped on the underside of the turntable that...
Page 5: Assembly Instructions
6 clamp head installation the post of the string clamp head and tube of the string clamp base are treated with grease to provide protection against corrosion during shipping. Remove any excessive grease with a clean cloth prior to use. The post and tube may also be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol. Af...
Page 6: Mounting The Frame
7 mounting the frame adjusting the frame support posts loosen the lock bolts of the frame support posts and space them apart with the frame support slides separated by the approximate length of the racquet head. Although it is not required, it is good practice to center the sup- port posts on the tu...
Page 7: Mounting The Frame
8 mounting the frame securing the frame shoulder clamps lock the shoulder supports in position by turning the knob at the base clockwise. Repeat the adjustment procedure for the remaining support post. Re-tighten all of the frame supports in the same order as before. Do not overtighten any of the su...
Page 8: Stringing The Frame
9 stringing the frame clamping the first main string to begin stringing the main strings, thread the two ends of the string through the two center holes at the appropriate end of the frame and continue through the opposite center holes. Thread one end of the string through the adjacent grommet hole ...
Page 9: Stringing The Frame
10 stringing the frame travel stop setting tension the x-st utilizes a rotary adjusting knob along with a linear tension scale to indicate the tension setting. The scale is divided into 3 lb. Increments and each 1/3 turn of the ten- sion knob changes tension by 1 lb. To set the desired tension, rota...
Page 10: Stringing The Frame
11 pulling tension wrap the loose section of string once around the roller guide and insert the string between the diamond dust coated string gripper plates. Pull the string perpendicular to the gripper plates while slowly rotating the tensioner crank clockwise until the brake lever pops out of the ...
Page 11: Additional Features
12 additional features storage drawers there are two storage drawers located in the base of the machine. The drawers open from the right side of the base and lock into the end cap with a spring loaded latch. To open the drawers depress that latch in the face of the drawer and slide it to the right. ...
Page 12: Pathfinder Awl
13 pathfinder awl once the awl is inserted, pull the handle of the awl outward while holding the tip section in place. This leaves the outer sheath in the grommet hole. Insert the end of the string into the outer sheath. While holding the string, slowly pull the sheath out of the grommet hole to lea...
Page 13: Maintenance & Adjustments
14 maintenance & adjustments 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 ...
Page 14: Maintenance & Adjustments
15 adjusting the tensioner brake after stringing many racquets, the brake of the tensioner may need to be adjusted. With the brake lever engaged in the latch, insert the 5mm allen wrench into the bolt (a) located at the base of the brake lever. It can be accessed through the hole on the face of the ...
Page 15: Maintenance & Adjustments
16 maintenance & adjustments clamp base locking nut adjustment in the event the locking lever rotation is insuffi cient 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 ve...
Page 16: Troubleshooting Tips
17 troubleshooting tips care & cleaning with time and use, the clamping surfaces of your machine may become oily or dirty and result in string or clamp slippage while stringing. Periodic cleaning of the string clamps, string clamp base and string gripper is recommended. Knife sharpening stones work ...
Page 17: Parts List
18 mbfc badm floating clamp mbfs-11 badm head frame supp mdcsc badm fixed clamp mgsmc machine cover mpg starting clamp mps cleaning stone mpxfs floor stand mtc calibrator sgsm stringer’s mat mbmss11 badm mntg sys upgrade parts list 6a cap screw- m8x30 8a set screw 9 washer- m8 14 washer- m10 21a fra...
Page 18: Parts Drawing
19 parts drawing 104 273 337 105 327 8a mqac12 mdcsc13 mmspp13 320 270 21a 360 9 6a 356 144 140 141 146a 283 285 286 133 14 357 296 289 mfspp11 sq sb t b mbmsp11 301 259 336 272 322 323 277 287 276 265 278 288 371.
Page 19: Gamma Sports
Gamma sports 200 waterfront drive pittsburgh, pennsylvania 15222 phone: 800.333.0337 fax: 412.323.0317 visit our website at www.Gammasports.Com copyright 2012 gamma sports - all rights reserved mman-35 (mgxst-13).