How to Keep a Pipe Wrench From Slipping
A pipe wrench is an open-end adjustable tool for gripping and turning objects, typically threaded bolts and tubes, such as plumbing pipes, for which the pipe wrench was named. Also known as a monkey wrench, the pipe wrench has serrated teeth set into the upper and lower jaws for better gripping power. Sometimes the teeth are not enough to get a good grip on the pipe, so extra steps are necessary to prevent the tool from slipping. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Cut a length of duct tape with the scissors.
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Wrap the pipe nut with several layers of duct tape.
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Place the jaws of the pipe wrench over the duct tape around the pipe.
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Tighten the wrench by turning the adjustment wheel below the jaws. Tighten until the serrated teeth in the jaws bite into the duct tape.
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Pull the wrench handle counter-clockwise around the pipe to loosen the nut. The duct tape offers extra traction.
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Cut off the duct tape from the nut with a scissors when finished.
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Tips & Warnings
Wear work gloves when working under a sink or in confined spaces with a pipe wrench. If the wrench slips off, you could badly bruise or cut your hands.
