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APPENDIX C
SMALL SPINDLE HOLE INSTALLATION
FUNCTION OF THE INNER AND OUTER TUBES
The tubes of the X-09 protect the cables from mechanical abrasion. The inner tube
is positioned between the cables and the spindle while the outer tube is positioned
between the cables and the holes through the hardplate and container skin. The outer
tube also protects the cables in terms of electromagnetic radiation, preventing signals
coming from the lock and shielding the lock from external signals sent to it.
CONTAINERS WITH SMALL SPINDLE HOLES
Some GSA approved containers have spindle holes that are too small for the outer
tube of the X-09 to pass through. Usually, these are Mosler containers manufactured
between late 1986 and October 1990. The approved method of installing an X-09 in
such containers is similar to the method for installing an X-07. The outer tube is cut very
short, its fl ared end rests on the face of the container, and its non-fl ared end seats in
the tube retainer on the dial ring assembly.
The outer tube must be installed in this
manner. It may not simply be omitted.
PREPARE & INSTALL TUBES
For small spindle hole installation, start the installation of the lock as you would
normally by following the instructions in the Installation manual through Step 2 of the
section entitled “PRELIMINARY LOCK INSTALLATION”. After completing Step 2 of
that section, proceed with the following instructions to prepare and install the inner
and outer tubes.
1. Place the fl ared end of the outer tube over the spindle hole on the outside face
of the container.
Note:
On some containers the outer tube will actually be placed on an
extension of the hardplate box that is built into the container.
2. Use a 6 inch scale or ruler to measure 5/16 inch from the container wall and
mark the outer tube at this length.
3. Assemble the saw blade and wooden saw handle provided. To assemble the
saw, grip the saw frame in a vise, just below the neck. Drive the handle fully onto
the neck. This will reduce the tendency of the handle to turn on the saw frame
when sawing.
Note:
This saw is intended only for cutting the tubes. A standard hacksaw
should be used to cut the spindle.
