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10.
BEST AND FALCON (BEHIND THE TIP) KEY GAUGING
These keys must be gauged from a “tip” location that is behind the actual tip of the key. Position the key
in the vise so that the “tip” edge of the key is about 1/32” (or less) from the right edge of the vise
jaws. Operate the full –function key gauges by rotating the key gauge shaft toward you - then push to the
right on the key gauge shaft while continuing to rotate the key gauge shaft until the key gauge slides past
the actual tip of the key. Slowly release the key gauge shaft and allow the key gauge to rest on the
“tip” location that is behind the actual tip of the key (see illustration in circle). See figure 11 and figure 12.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Always remember to flip DOWN your key gauges before cutting a key. Failure to do so may damage t
he key gauge and key gauge shaft with the cutter wheel.
11.
RELEASING THE CARRIAGE
For safety reasons - releasing the carriage requires two actions. With your right hand, push down gently
on the carriage’s large “teardrop” knob just enough to move the carriage down a small distance.
While holding the carriage down reach around with your thumb and index finger and grasp the small
round black knob and pull it out and hold it there. When the small round black knob is pulled out - gently
lift up on the carriage a small distance and
THEN
let go of the small round black knob and
continue positioning the carriage where you want it to be (you will want to move the carriage to the
beginning of the first cut nearest the bow of the key).
NOTE:
You will not be able to pull the small black knob by itself to release the carriage. You are required to
push down on the carriage first – then pull out the small black knob to release the carriage. See figure 13.
