Agilent Technologies 85091C Reference Manual page 67

3. Hold the torque wrench lightly, at the end of the handle only (beyond the groove). See
Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7 Using the Torque Wrench
4. Carefully align the connectors. As you make the actual connection, be sure the
connectors align perfectly.
5. Push the connectors straight together. Do not twist or screw the connectors together.
Engage the connector nut over the threads of the other connector. Turn only the
connector nut. Let the connector nut pull the two connectors straight together.
Do not over tighten this connection. A connection in which the outer conductors make
gentle contact at all points on both mating surfaces is sufficient. Very light finger
pressure is enough to accomplish this.
6. Make sure the connectors are properly supported. Relieve any side pressure on the
connection from long or heavy devices or cables.
7. Apply force downward to the wrench handle. This applies torque to the connection
through the wrench.
Do not hold the wrench so tightly that you push the handle straight down along its
length rather than pivoting it, otherwise you apply an unknown amount of torque.
CAUTION You don't have to fully break the handle of the torque wrench to reach the
specified torque; doing so can cause the handle to kick back and loosen the
connection. Any give at all in the handle is sufficient torque.
8. Tighten the connection just to the torque wrench break point. The wrench handle gives
way at its internal pivot point. Do not tighten the connection further. See
Chapter 4
Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices
Making Connections
Figure 4-7.
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