TM 9-243USING MARKING GAGESPress the head (1) firmly against the edge of the work(2) be marked. With a wrist motion, tip the gage forwarduntil the spur touches the work. Push the gage alongthe edge to mark the work, keeping the head firmlyagainst the work.CARE OF GAGES1.Exercise care when using thickness gages tomeasure clearance of knives and cutters onmachines. Do not lower knife on thickness bladeand then try to remove the gage. The blade maybe shaved off it if is too tight. Never use gagesfor cleaning slots or holes. When blades aredamaged or worn they should be replaced.Blades in a case are removed by loosening theclamp and sliding out the damaged blade. Insertnew blade and tighten clamp.2.Always coat metal parts of all gages with a lightfilm of oil when not in use to prevent rust. Storegages in separate containers. Do not pile gageson each other. Always return blades of leaf-typegages to case after use. Keep graduations andmarkings on all gages clean and legible. Do notdrop any gate. Small scratches or nicks will resultin inaccurate measurements.16-9/(16-10 blank)
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