Top Flite TOPQ5700 - Manual (Page 2)

ASSEMBLY
❑ 1. Carefully remove the magnets from
the carton (see CAUTIONS on page 1).
Note how the magnets have a strong
attraction for one another. Note also how
they repel one another if one of the magnets
is turned end-for-end. When installed in the
magnet tubes, the magnets must be
positioned so they attract, not repel. Place
the magnets on your workbench with the
attracting ends pointing up. Separate the
magnets at least 12", so they won’t
accidentally snap together.
NOTE: To make the balancer as
friction-free as possible, it is very
important to provide smooth magnet
faces on which the balancer shaft
ends will spin. There are two ways of
doing this: 1) Glue the supplied clear
plastic disks to the magnet faces; or,
2) Polish the magnet faces to a
smooth and high gloss finish using
#400 and #600-grit wet-or-dry
sandpaper, followed by a rubbing/
polishing compound. Method #1 is
quick and easy and is described in
the following steps. Method #2 results
in a more scratch-resistant and
friction-free surface, but it requires
more work. The choice is yours which
method to use.
❑ 2. Remove all oil and foreign
particles from the exposed magnet
ends by wiping with a tissue dampened
with rubbing alcohol.
❑ 3. Glue one of the clear plastic
disks to each of the exposed magnet
ends by applying one drop of thick or
medium CA glue to the magnet. Center
the clear disk over the magnet and
press the disk down firmly until the CA
has spread evenly between the magnet
and the disk. Epoxy may be used
instead of CA, if you prefer. Wipe off all
excess glue before it cures, wiping
downward to avoid getting any glue on
the face of the disk. The disk will protect
the magnets and provide a smoother
bearing surface for the balancer shaft.
❑ 4. After the adhesive cures, place
the magnets into the magnet holder