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d.
Carefully remove the side plate. If the plates are difficult to separate, the ends of the plates may be
tapped using a rawhide mallet.
CAUTION
Injury to personnel may occur when removing the side plate. To avoid
injury, cover the catch spring with a free hand to prevent the spring from
ejecting from the side plate towards the operators face.
e.
Carefully remove the catch spring, pins, and all the internal parts of the latch.
Upper Retainer
Crossed Recessed Screws
Catch Spring
Pins
Catch
Top Face Plate
Bottom Face Plate
Idler Link
