Measure length of cord and
mark with marking instrument supplied, leaving 1/2"
excess at end of cord. Place ends in cutting guide.
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Cut cord and apply bonding
liquid: Insert clean razor blade supplied into cutting
guide slot and apply firm pressure downward. Remove cord,
keeping cut surfaces clean. Apply a small amount of bonding
liquid by dipping ends into liquid and allow
to dry (until dull).
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Set cord into mold: Insert
first end of cord half way into mold and lock with screw
clamp. Pull to test if cord is firmly locked. Place other
end of cord into mold and apply light pressure, forcing both
ends together. Lock with screw clamp, being sure to align
ends accurately.
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Vulcanize and cool: After
placing top of mold in position, slide mold onto heating
element. Set heater to high and leave die on for 13 minutes,
then set to low for 7 minutes. Turn off heater and quench
die in cooling pan. When cool, remove locks and mold top.
Pull out new O-Ring and resume production.
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