Socket Wrenches, Ratchets And Handles - Hisun HS700UTV-4 Maintenance Handbook

off the fastener. Because one jaw is adjustable and may become loose, this shortcoming is aggravated.
Make certain the solid jaw is the one transmitting the force.
Socket Wrenches, Ratchets and
Handles
Sockets that attach to a ratchet handle (Figure 7)
are available with 6-point or 12-point openings (Figure
8) and different drive sizes. The drive size indicates
the size of the square hole that accepts the ratchet
handle. The number stamped on the socket is the size
of the work area and must the fastener head
As with wrenches.
superior-holding ability. While a 12-point socket needs
to be moved only half as for to reposition it on the
fastener
Sockets are designated for either hand or impact use.
Impact sockets are made of thicker material for more
durability. Compare the size and wall thickness of a
19-mmhand socket (A, Figure 9) and the 19-mm impact
socket (B). Use impact sockets when using an impact
driver or air tools. Use hand sockets with hand-driven
attachments
WARNING
Do not use hand sockets with air or impact
tools because they may shatter and cause
injury. Always wear eye protection when using
impact or air tools
Various handles are available for sockets. Use the
speed handle for fast operation. Flexible ratchet heads
in varying length allow the socket to be turned with
varying force and at odd angles. Extension bars allow
the socket setup to reach difficult areas. The ratchet is the most versatile. It allows the user to install or
remove the nut without removing the socket
Sockets combined with any number of drivers make them undoubtedly the fastest. Safest and
most convenient tool for fastener removal and installation
GENERAL INFORMATION
a 6-point provides
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