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Synonyms for detent

a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward

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If that passes, continue by moving the selector lever to the Semi position, then move the selector between detents (such as Semi and Auto) and pull the trigger.
All three parts are retained in the receiver by the ejector detent. Drop the mag catch and spring into the hole where it lives in the receiver.
* Misalignment of safe detent position on firing selector will cause a malfunction that may accidentally arm the mortar and can result in unintentional discharge of round.
The lever will be retained later by a spring-loaded detent. The lever must be installed now because on some (but not all) AR receivers, there isn't enough clearance to install the safety after the hammer is installed.
Lost Parts Kit contains most critical springs, detents, inserts and pins.
It has a thumb-operated lever that unlocks a detent to allow the fuel tank, carburetor and handle to rotate 360 degrees, but will lock into 90-degree detents for cutting so the fuel tank always gravity-feeds the carburetor no matter what angle the saw is cutting.
There are two different types of sears, safety switches, safety switch detents, and safety switch retainers.
Detents can be added at 90 and 180 degrees to further enhance operator efficiency.
Many of the saws have included detents, or stops, for common angles like 22-1/2 and 45 degrees.
Use it to retain springs and detents on rear sight assemblies, for instance.