CDI dial torque wrench first use

[Jumpsuit]

The instructions state: "Before using all models of dial torque wrenches, it is strongly suggested to cycle/operate them 3 times at full scale in the torque direction in which they will be used."

The torque wrench comes with a certificate from the factory where they test the calibration. There are three tries with results for CW and CCW torquing. Wouldn't this count as the 3 times at full scale... Also the wording from the instructions seems to imply, to me, that one chooses whether the wrench will be used as a CW or CCW wrench. Can't it be used as both?

I'd ask CDI but they don't seem to return emails. I'd just do what they asked but I can't think of anything offhand to left-hand torque to 175 ft-lbs..

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Don't overthink things; you likely aren't working on the space shuttle.

 

[Jumpsuit]

What gave me away?

 

[ADSR]

Don't overthink things; you likely aren't working on the space shuttle.

 

[Shadowdog500]

Don't overthink things; you likely aren't working on the space shuttle.

I don't think anyone works on them anymore.

Chris

 

[The Toolest Guy]

Don't overthink things; you likely aren't working on the space shuttle.

Didn't one explode a couple of days ago?
This is probably why.....

 

[Treeman]

Ask a silly question.......

Actually, the instructions are probably referring to the principle of "exercising your torque wrench" prior to using it after it has been stored for a long time. Google it.

With click type wrenches, the purpose is to distribute the grease within the wrench and with all wrenches, it confirms that it is working properly instead of snapping off a head bolt on your custom rebuild.

With my first torque wrench purchase, the other guys in the shop had to explain to me that exercising my wrench did not involve a leash.