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How tight should I xxxx the cap onto the pinpointer?
XP MI-6 and MI-4 Pinpointer Top Cap with Red Membrane
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May 28, 2026 - 11:58 AM
Tighten the cap until it seats firmly against the pinpointer body and feels snug. The cap should compress the seal without requiring excessive force to remove for battery changes. If the cap spins freely without tightening, the threads may be stripped and the pinpointer body may need service. Avoid forcing the cap beyond a firm, secure fit to protect the threading.
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XP MI-6 and MI-4 Pinpointer Top Cap with Red Membrane
The XP MI-6 and MI-4 Pinpointer Top Cap is a replacement end cap designed to securely close both the MI-6 and MI-4 pinpointer models. XP MI-6 and MI-4 owners who've cracked or lost the original cap during field use need this component to restore the pinpointer's battery compartment seal. The...
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