How to Use a Powerbuilt Torque Wrench
A torque wrench is a tool used to apply a specific amount of force to a nut or bolt. The torque wrench was invented in 1918 to prevent the overtightening of bolts on steam pipes and water mains. Now, the torque wrench is most commonly used by auto mechanics to properly tighten bolts and nuts on auto parts. You can quickly learn how to use a Powerbuilt torque wrench.
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Instructions
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Take a look at your torque wrench. You will notice that the wrench looks very similar to a standard socket wrench, with the addition of a bottom dial that can be rotated to set the degree of force needed to tighten your nut or bolt.
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Look in the manual for the manufacturer's recommendation of amount of torque to be used for the particular nut or bolt you will be tightening. This includes the owner's manual for the car, bike, furniture, or anything that requires the tightening of bolts and nuts.
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Rotate the dial at the end of the wrench to reach the setting stated in the manual. Make sure the wrench is set in the correct units for the manual. There are two types of measurement systems to measure the force: metric, and U.S. standard.
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Locate the correct socket for the nut or bolt. Attach it to the wrench, and fit it onto the nut or bolt.
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Begin tightening the bolt or nut, and use short strokes. Stop tightening as soon as the wrench feels like it is slipping on the nut or bolt. A mechanism inside the wrench releases the force when it reaches the setting you determined earlier.
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