SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE 4-14
Arming the Instrument
The release mechanism is easily armed using only the slotted arming tool that is provided with the system.
No disassembly is required even after multiple firings (except for battery replacement).
Figure 4-21: Clevis Rotation Drawing
The Model 8242XS release is designed to be used with the EdgeTech Release Link. The release link will
accept a standard 5/8inch shackle (maximum .77in [1.9 cm.] pin diameter and minimum 1.06in [2.7 cm.])
opening. The external moving components of the release mechanism are shown in F
IGURE 4-22.