Step 1: As with all directions read through the directions in their entirety before even thinking of touching anything. Then re-read them. Sit down and place the top of the scope between your legs so that the scope is inverted. Locate the retaining clip that is holding the lever onto the scope. Place a small flat screwdriver blade on the edge of the retaining clip, and using your thumb rotate the retainer out of it's indentation.

Step 2: Once the retaining clip is rotated 90 degrees, you can easily slide it off of the center shaft of the clamp lever. It will now pull off of the scope.

Step 3: Once the clip is removed, you can disengage the lever from it's gear on the center shaft. be sure not to lose the clip or the washer underneath the lever.

Step 4: Slide the scope onto your side rail and then reposition the lever so that you have a nice tight fit. Be careful not to over-tighten!

Step 5: Once the proper tension is obtained, replace the lever onto the gear, making sure to relocate the stem of the bushing arm in the hole in the lever flag. Also make sure you have not lost the special washer that fits under the lever.

Step 6: After reassembling, replace the lever retaining clip by inserting the center shaft into the large hole in the clip.

Step 7: Simply slide the clip back into the indentation. Try the fit, make sure the scope will slide onto the plate easily, and will also tighten up. There should be a moderate amount of tension on the lever when it is about 85 percent closed, and it should take mild pressure to lock it completely. Do not over-tighten. Repeat the procedure to adjust the tension if needed.