Step 1:
Using a seam ripper or scissors, carefully remove and discard the 1”, Type-4 tape which forms the confluence wrap.
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Step 2: Using a razor blade (pictured above), seam ripper, or scissors; carefully remove and discard the Type 2A sheathing that forms the 3-ring locking loop. Regardless of the tool used, use extreme caution to avoid damage to the 1”, Type-4 tape underneath the sheathing or the riser webbing itself.
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Step 3:
Fold the 7” length of Type 2A sheathing in half. Temporarily secure the new 3-ring locking loop in place as shown using hot glue or a basting tip. The folded edge of the Type 2A sheathing should be even with the folded edge of the 1”, Type-4 tape inside the small ring.
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Step 4:
Set your zigzag machine to the following settings: 1/8" wide; 42 stitches per inch. Using E-thread, place two, 5/8" long passes of zigzag stitching - one on top of the other - through the Type 2A sheathing in the area once covered by the confluence wrap. If available, a bar-tack machine can be used with the following settings: 1/8" wide; 5/8" long; 42 stitches.
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Step 5:
Place the 5-1/2” length of 1”, Type-4 tape around the riser; forming a confluence wrap as shown in the sequence figures above. The lower edge of the confluence wrap should be between 3/16” to 1/4” from the upper edge of the #2 grommet.
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Step 6:
Using a 7-class sewing machine with 5-cord or 6-cord, place a box stitch through the confluence wrap as shown. Keep the stitches 1/8” to 3/16” from the edge. Start the box stitch so that two passes can be made along both side edges and the upper edge.
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Step 7:
The picture on the right side shows the completed modification. Repeat steps 1 – 6 for the other riser. Inspect each modified riser with the specification shown below.
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