Use and Care Manual

When using a RapidGrip wrench, be sure to center the work piece in the “v” of
the hook. If the work piece is not in contact with both sides of the “v”, it can
reduce wrench gripping action and may result in failure of the hook.
Improper Uses of Pipe Wrenches
Misuse or abuse of a pipe wrench may result in serious injury.The following is a list
of practices that may result in damage or failure of the wrench.
• Do not use cheaters – A “cheater” is usually a piece of pipe slipped over the handle of a pipe wrench to
increase the leverage of the pipe wrench. This may result in the bending and/or breaking of the wrench
handle. A “Cheater” can also slip off the wrench during use, causing injury. If greater leverage is needed
use a larger wrench.
• Do not use the wrench as a hammer – A pipe wrench is designed to turn pipe. Using the wrench as a
hammer could damage the wrench.
• Do not use a wrench with a bent or twisted handle – A bent handle indicates the wrench has been
overloaded and could be damaged. A bent handle should never be straightened. A wrench with a bent or
twisted handle should be taken out of service.
• Do not use an incorrect size wrench – Always insure the correct size of wrench is being used for the
job. Wrench nut should not be located at the very end of the hook jaw. Using a wrench beyond its capac-
ity may result in wrench failure. Using a wrench that is larger than required may result in damage to the
work piece.
WARNING
Wrench too small
for workpiece
Wrench
Pipe Dia.
6″
1
/
8
″ -
1
/
2
″
8″
1
/
4
″ -
3
/
4
″
10″
1
/
4
″ - 1″
12″
1
/
2
″ - 1
1
/
2
″
14″
1
/
2
″ - 1
1
/
2
″
18″ 1″ - 2″
24″ 1
1
/
2
″ - 2
1
/
2
″
36″ 2″ - 3
1
/
2
″
48″ 3″ - 5″
60″ 3″ - 8″
Suggested Pipe Wrench
Size Reference