Version 1 – January 2023
BRAKE PIPE
STRAIGHTENER
54370 – BPS INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
EN
Original Instructions
Read this manual in full before using this product
and retain it for future use. Always use the latest
version. Please visit drapertools.com/manuals for
the latest version.
1. What’s in the Box?
(B) (C) (D)
(A)
A. 1 × Brake pipe straightening rod
B. 2 × 3 ⁄ 16" inserts*
C. 2 × 1 ⁄4" inserts*
D. 2 × 5⁄ 16" inserts*
*One pair of inserts are pre-installed into the straightening
rod before shipment.
2. Operating Instructions
Important: The rst 200mm (8") of the brake pipe
must be straightened by hand.
1. Remove the screw caps from both ends of the
straightening rod.
2. Place an appropriate insert into one end of the
rod and screw the cap rmly into place.
3. Insert the pipe through the capped end of the
rod until it emerges from the open end.
4. Place the matching insert over the pipe and
into the rod and screw the cap rmly into place.
5. Grip the short end of the pipe in a suitable die
and clamp it into a aring tool.
Important: The end can be ared at this time if
required. ONLY do this if the straightening rod
can be removed from the pipe after aring.
Ensure that the tube nut is installed on the
brake pipe before aring.
6. Slide the straightening rod along the pipe to
straighten the required length.
7. Cut the pipe to the required length, then
remove the straightening rod and release the
pipe from the aring tool.
3. Maintenance and Storage
• Clean the product of dust or debris before and
after each use.
• Replace any insert that shows signs of damage
or excessive wear.
• Before storing the product, wipe it thoroughly
with a lightly oiled cloth to prevent corrosion.
• Store the product in a clean and dry
environment, out of reach of children.
4. Explanation of Symbols
Read the
instruction
manual
3 ⁄ 16" insert
1 ⁄ 4" insert
5 ⁄ 16" insert
7-piece product
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