Installing Side Retaining Strip

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Installation is performed in reverse order. Pay particular attention to the following:

Information

Carefully clean any dirt, grease, wax and other impurities off the fitting area of the body using isopropanol.
Always use a clean cloth.
The room and object temperature must be at least +18°C.
Air humidity must be 40% - 60%.

Check anti-chafing film -1- for damage and replace it if necessary -1- .

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Anti-chafing film
Tighten screws -1 and 2- .

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Side retaining strip
1. 2.1 Tighten screws -1- .
  > Tightening torque 3 Nm (2 ftlb.)
2. 2.2 Tighten screw -2- .
  > Tightening torque 2.5 Nm (1.75 ftlb.)