Falcon DAEDALUS, Manual

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The Falcon uses Scotch tension, which is ideal for spinning the finest
of singles. Tensioning is remarkably nuanced thanks to a variable
tension stalk, anchor, and tension spring. For optimal performance,
before beginning any spin you’ll want to adjust the Right Tension Dial
(1) to the middle of its adjustment range, making sure there’s no slack
in the tension belt and little to no expansion of its spring. This way,
there is a usable range on the dial for tweaking the expansion and/or
contraction of the spring and by correlation, the tension, as you spin
and fill the bobbin.
To reduce the slack on the tension belt, rotate the Left Tension Hook
(2) outward until the slack is gone, then use the Right Tension Dial (1)
to fine-tune from there (no need to mess with the cinch plate unless
you want to). We recommend minimal dial adjustment of no more
than half a rotation of the knob at a time. The spring serves as your
visual tensioning cue. Its usable range goes from collapsed to fully
extended at almost double its length. With the spring collapsed, the
wheel will have little to no takeup — ideal for spinning the finest of
gossamer yarns. Falcon testers noted the need for a small increase
in tension — a barely visible extension of the spring — while filling
the bobbin with yarn of 100 WPI (wraps per inch) and heavier. Plying
Scotch Tension Basics
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To do so, check the pinion
pulley (the groove that holds
your drive band) on the
front of the motor. It should
be located directly below
the belt groove on the flyer
above. Verify that the drive
belt is parallel to the front
frame by observing it from
the side. Use your thumbs
to adjust the position of the
motor mount as necessary.
If the motor mount feels too
tight to move, push one side
down until it pops off the
carbon tube.