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Torque Wrench Safety Precautions
by Al Madden

 

Torque Wrench Safety

 

These precautions should always be taken when using any torque wrench to avoid possible injury:

  • Read instruction manual completely before using torque wrench.
  • Safety glasses or goggles should be worn at all times when using any hand tool.
  • Always pull, DO NOT PUSH, to apply torque. Adjust your stance to prevent a fall.
  • A "cheater bar" should NEVER be used on a torque wrench to apply excess leverage.
  • Do not use with sockets or fasteners showing wear or cracks.
  • Ratchet mechanism may slip or break if dirty, mismatched or worn parts are used.
  • Make sure direction lever is fully engaged.

 

 

Contact BlueTools.com for all or your torque tools needs.  We carry torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers, and torque testing equipment.  Call us at 1-336-282-2020 or Fax 1-336-545-5822.

Reprinted, with permission, from CDI website, http://www.cditorque.com/main.html

 


This article was published on Saturday 15 March, 2008.
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