Section 8: Repairs
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15. Preload the spring reel by turning it counterclockwise 5
revolutions. Do this by pulling the tripline from the bottom of
the tripblock.
16. Grip the spring reel and hold it in place, then wrap the tripline counterclockwise onto the drum
of the spring reel 5 revolutions.
Tip: Hold the spring reel with your left hand (thumb and palm) in the 9 o’clock position and grip
the control head with your fingers. Use your right hand to wrap the tripline around the spring
reel to your left thumb. Hold the spring reel in place with your right hand in the 3 o’clock
position then release your left hand to let the tripline pass.
The following procedure will cause the spring to be in tension and can cause injury if it is released
prematurely. Overtensioning the spring may result in failure.