Another gadget cache. As usual, finding the cache should be no problem. It's strapped to a tree uphill from a trail after a short walk in the woods. Getting to the log is the challenge. This one may take time and patience depending upon how well you follow simple instructions and take advice. Please read this entire manual before touching the cache to avoid damaging the cache as well as making embarrassing mistakes. If you cheat in some manner to get to the log, I will know and delete your log. Respect my authority. You may be on camera, you may not. Follow these simple steps:
Step 1) Approach the cache.
Step 2) Unlock the combination lock on the projectile storage compartment door. The code will be 3 numbers, all the same, relating to the number in the title in sum way. Notice the numbers line up on the side edge of the lock.
Step 3) Remove the lock and open the projectile storage compartment door. You may hang the lock from the hasp if you wish. It will be used later.
Step 4) Do not taunt the cache.
Step 5) Remove 1 projectile from projectile storage compartment and insert it into the projectile intake orifice.
Step 6) Using the advanced firing mechanism, gently fire the projectile in an upward motion with the intended outcome of it falling into the projectile stacking chute on right.
Advice: Firing gently provides the ideal propulsion speed. Do not let any part of the firing mechanism touch the sharp edge of the clear protective membrane to avoid breakage of firing mechanism. Firing with excessive force will only put unneeded stress on the firing mechanism and your patience. In case of firing mechanism failure, there are replacements available in the projectile storage compartment. If you are unable to repair the firing mechanism, please post a Needs Maintenance log. I will cuss you then make repairs as soon as possible.
Step 7) Once the projectile has dropped into projectile stacking chute, repeat steps 5 and 6 until all 6 projectiles are in the projectile stacking chute.
Step 8) You may now take the key you've been eyeballing and place the smaller end into the red highlighted key recepticle next to the 6th projectile.
Step 9) Cross your fingers.
Step 10) Gently pry the projectile to the right until the geocache container containment door opens.
Step 11) Say "That took long enough. Good grief!"
Step 12) Remove and admire the geocache container. Remove and sign the log. Swap swag if you desire. Replace the log then return the container to the geocache container containment compartment. Close the geocache container containment compartment door.
Step 13) Partially close the projectile storage compartment door with your left hand.
Step 14) Gently pull the white handle on the outer right side wall to drop projectiles back into projectile storage compartment. Then push the white handle back to its original postion.
Step 15) Close the projectile storage compartment making sure that all 6 projectiles are within.
Step 16) Close the hasp and replace the combination lock. Squeeze the lock into the locked position. Then scramble the combination.
Hopefully all went well and you have completed this geocache. Before you leave, make sure all is as it was at step 1.
FTF goes to Mountain Cacher!