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TIMTAPE · 3rd Nov 2019, 2:52 pm

Yes as ms says you need first to measure the tensions with an empty reel, a piece of cord wound around the hub, and attached to a spring gauge as per the manual. There shouldnt be too much "limiting friction" or "sticking" either. The clutches should begin to slip smoothly.

3rd Nov 2019, 2:52 pm	#6
TIMTAPE Octode Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 1,969	Re: Akai 1710 Yes as ms says you need first to measure the tensions with an empty reel, a piece of cord wound around the hub, and attached to a spring gauge as per the manual. There shouldnt be too much "limiting friction" or "sticking" either. The clutches should begin to slip smoothly.