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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The J-handle is shipped completely assembled on Model
990r (Fig. 1). Use the following instructions to adjust the
J-handle to the correct operating position.
1. Loosen the four (4) mounting screws on the
J-handle. It is not necessary to remove the screws.
2. Slide the J-handle through the clamp until the arrow /
white line on the decal touches the clamp assembly
(Fig. 2).
3. Position the handle grip as desired (forward and back)
and tighten the mounting screws evenly.
Handle
Position
Decal
Clamp Assembly
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
INSTALLING THE SHOULDER STRAP
Your unit is equipped with a shoulder strap pad. To install
the pad onto the shoulder strap, use the following instruc-
tions.
1. Wrap the end of the strap over a blunt object, i.e. ruler
(Fig. 3).
2. Push the strap through the pad (Fig. 3). Remove the
object..
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
To install the shoulder strap, use the following instructions.
1. Take the end of the shoulder strap without the buckle
and push it through the ring on the snap.
2. Loop the strap through the buckle (Fig. 4).
ADJUSTING THE J-HANDLE
Fig. 4
3. Snap the shoulder strap onto the wire connector
(Fig. 5). Adjust the length of the strap as desired.
Handle Position as Shipped