Harbor Freight Tools 5969 Product manual
7 PIECE TUBE FLARING KIT
Model
5969
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Construction Heat treated Tube Cutter with deburrer
2 Piece Flaring Kit Size Range 3/16”, 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 1/2”, and 5/8”
Tubing Cutter Capacity 1-1/4”
Flexible Tube Benders 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 1/2”
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT!
SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: When using product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this product!
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Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
Observe work area conditions. Keep work area well lighted.
Store idle equipment. When not in use, the Tube Flaring Kit must be stored in a dry
location to inhibit damage from moisture and salt air.
Check for damaged parts. Before using the Tube Flaring Kit, any part that appears
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for any broken or damaged parts and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty.
Do not force product. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed
the Tube Flaring Kit capacity.
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Use the right product for the job. Do not attempt to force a small product or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial product. There are certain applications for
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Figure A
Tube Benders
4,5,6,7
Figure A
Tube Benders
4,5,6,7
which this Tube Flaring Kit was designed. Do not modify this Flaring Kit and do not use
this ramp for a purpose for which it was not intended.
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Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles when assembling and using this product.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving
parts. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair. Wear gloves to protect from
burrs and sharp edges.
Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area.
The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be
understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be
built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
Your 7-Piece Tube Flaring Kit will require some light assembly prior to use. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the Tube Flaring Kit BEFORE you
use the Tube Flaring Kit. Before assembling and using the 7-Piece Tube Flaring Kit be sure that
you have all parts described in the Parts List and Assembly Diagram located on the last pages
of this manual.
Note: Tools in this Kit can be used with the following materials: lightweight steel, copper and
aluminum tubing.
Tube Benders
Use the Tube Benders to reduce the risk of stretching and attening a tube that is to be bent.
Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses and a full face shield to protect yourself from injury.
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Note: The larger the object over which you are bending the tube, the less chance of attening
Locate the tubing that you wish to bend. Remember that the
longer the piece of tubing; the easier it is to bend. The larger
the diameter, the longer the excess length should be. Allow an
extra 12” on each end of tubing up to 3/4” in diameter.
Select the appropriate Tube Bender (4,5,6,7). The Tube Bend-
ers come in four different sizes, 1/4” (4), 5/16” (5), 3/8” (6) and
1/2” (7). Slide the Tube Bender (4,5,6,7) over the portion of the
tube that is to be bent-see Figure A.
Use a large vise that is rmly clamped to a bench or table to clamp the tube in the Tube
Bender (4,5,6,7). You may wish to form a jig to bend the tube around. Clamp the jig in
the vise. Grab the tubing at each end and apply pressure.
the tube where it is bent.
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