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DTC12340
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DTC12340
DIGITAL TORQUE CHECKER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING.
RISK OF FLYING PARTICLES.
Do not apply torque above rated
capacity of DTC.
Over-torquing can cause breakage.
Force against flex stops on flex head
can cause head breakage. An out
of calibration DTC can cause part or
tool breakage. Broken hand tools,
sockets or accessories can cause
injury. Excess force can cause crow-
foot or flare nut wrench slippage.
• Read this manual completely before
using DTC.
• For personal safety and to avoid DTC
damage, follow good professional tool
and fastener installation practices.
• Periodic recalibration is necessary to
maintain accuracy.
• Wear safety goggles, user and
bystanders.
• Be sure all components, including
all adaptors, extensions, drivers and
sockets are rated to match or exceed
torque being applied.
• Observe all equipment, system and
manufacturer's warnings, cautions
and procedures when using this
checker.
• Use correct size adapter for torque
wrench.
• Do not use sockets showing wear or
cracks.
• Replace fasteners with rounded
corners.
• To avoid damaging DTC: Never use
checker with power off. Always turn
on DTC so applied torque is being
measured.
• Do not press POWER
while torque
is applied.
• Never use this checker to calibrate
torque wrenches.
• Do not use extensions, such as a
pipe, on handle of wrench.
• Check that DTC capacity matches
or exceeds each application before
proceeding.
ENGLISH
• Verify calibration if dropped.
• Never attempt to test an impact tool or
pulse type tool on this checker.
• Make sure ratchet direction lever is
fully engaged in correct position.
• Verify calibration of DTC if you know
or suspect its capacity has been
exceeded.
• Always adjust your stance to prevent
a possible fall should something give
while checking torque wrench.
• Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline
cells.
• Store DTC in dry place.
• Remove batteries when storing
checker unused for periods longer
than 3 months.
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.
Electrical shock can cause injury. Do
not use on live electrical circuits.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DISCLAIMER
Operation of DTC is not warranted in an EU mem-
ber state if operating instructions are not in that
State's language.
Contact BAHCO if a translation is needed.
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