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Gas-Filled Strut, Venting

Procedure 

Fig 1: Checking Gas-Filled Strut Clamping Area Dimension
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-- Clamp the gas-filled strut in a vise in area -x- = 50 mm.

WARNING:
  • Clamp only within this area, otherwise accidents could occur!
  • Wear protective eyewear when sawing.
NOTE:

Cover the area of the saw cut with a cleaning cloth to catch any oil that is spraying out.

-- Saw on the gas-filled strut cylinder within the first third of the overall cylinder length. Use the edge on the piston rod side for reference.