Ten-Tec 4229 - Introduction and Tools; Tools Required for Assembly; Recommended Additional Tools

=) INTRODUCTION
The TEN-TEC Model 4229 Antenna Tuner Kit is the kit version of the TEN-TEC Model
.229 tuner, using identical components as those in the manufactured product. The
4229 differs only in its outward appearance -- mainly the front panel treatment.
Easy-to-follow instructions and construction aids such as silk screened component
designations and switch wafer terminations on the circuit boards and inside of the
back panel simplifies and assures accurate assembly of the unit. Average construc-
tion time is approximately 8 hours.
Before proceeding with actual construction, gather all of the tools listed below
and scan the construction manual, especially the inside photograph and exploded views
‘of the variable capacitor, variable inductor and the circuit boards. An overall
picture of what is to be accomplished aids in understanding the written construction
steps.
Tools Required
Soldering Iron. Pencil type - 30 to 50 watts.
Rosin Core Solder
Tape Measure or Yardstick
Straight Blade Screwdriver
Phillips Screwdriver
Long Nose Pliers
Slip Joint: Pliers
Center Punch
Hammer
Wire Stripper of Knife
Household Lubricant
Additional Tools Recommended
>, 1/4" Open End Wrench
5/16" Open End Wrench
3/8" Open End Wrench