Unsecuring the contact reel

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Fig 1: Removing One Torx 20 Screw

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Remove one Torx 20 screw.

Fig 2: Turning Contact Reel Clockwise To Limit Position

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Turn the contact reel clockwise to the limit position.

Fig 3: Turning Contact Reel Counter-Clockwise Two Entire Turns

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Turn the contact reel counter-clockwise two entire turns. Then turn counter-clockwise further until the screw hole is at "one o'clock" as shown.

NOTE: On later models, the yellow marking must also be visible in the window.