Operating the HP 8517B Test Set

Using Anti-Rotation Clamps

Aligning the thumb-screw

See Figure 3-8.Ensure that the thumb-screw is aligned with the counter-sink hole on the clamp’s body.

1.Push the clamp toward the test set front panel.

2.Finger-tighten the thumb-screw. The cable cannot be damaged if the thumb-screw is tightened too tightly.

Figure 3-8 Aligning the Thumbscrew With the Counter-Sink Hole

Attaching the second clamp

To complete the anti-rotation clamp installation, repeat the steps above, beginning at step 1 to attach the second clamp.

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