The film clamp assembly (Cat No. 507F34618) (#65) is located
on the area of the loading assembly where the assembly meets the drum. The purpose of the
clamp is to immobilize the film while the cutter shears the film. It is replaced as a unit
and it is defined as a kit for field service.
With the assembly still outside of the loading system, take a
section of film 200 x 150 mm. You must check that the clamp operates with equal force
along its entire length. Place the film between the clamps in different places along the
length of the clamp.
Assemble the lower silver strip.
Gently push the clamp assembly into place. Tighten the four
screws
1/4- 20x7/8" with spring L/W 1/4", two on each side.
Check that the left and right side lifter are adjusted
correctly. Move the cutter by hand to the left side and see if the film clamp is open
enough to let a piece of film passes freely through the slot. If not, move the cutter
housing assembly to the middle of the cutter shaft. Dismantle the left side lifter and put
a spacer under it. The spacer could be made from 7 mil. film. Check again until an
acceptable tension is achieved on the clamp slot.
Repeat the previous paragraph for the right side lifter.
Check that the cutter is moving smoothly from side to side.
Slide the loading system in place. Close the track locks.
Return the loading system back to its place and close the
lockers.
