GAMMA X-Stringer X-ST STRINGING MACHINE (Issue 2 - October 2009) - Manual (Page 16)

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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
String tension too tight or too loose - Check tension using a tension
calibrator, adjust machine calibration if
necessary
Tensioner slips on Tensioner Bar
after brake lever is released
- Clean tensioner brake disc
- Adjust tensioner brake lever
String clamp base slips on turntable - Clean bottom of clamp & glide bar with
alcohol
- Adjust clamp base locking nut
String slips in gripper - Adjust gripper jaw spacing
- Clean gripper jaws
String slips in clamps - Adjust gap between clamp jaws
- Clean clamp jaws
PROBLEM SOLUTION
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 well for
cleaning the diamond coated string clamping surfaces. Cleaning with a solvent such as
isoproyl alcohol and a mild abrasive tool such as a toothbrush also works well to remove
oily or greasey build up.