OMT V20231012 10 Pcs. Snap Ring Pliers Set User Manual
- June 17, 2024
- OMT
Table of Contents
OMT V20231012 10 Pcs. Snap Ring Pliers Set
Specifications
| Type | Bent Pliers | Straight Pliers |
|---|---|---|
| Bolt | M6 | M6 |
| Max. Tip Opening | 1.32, 0.85, 0.66, & 0.58 in. | 1.32, 0.85, 0.55, & 0.49 in. |
| Tip O.D. | 2.3, 1.8, 1.2, & 1.0 mm | 2.3, 1.8, 1.2, & 1.0 mm |
| Material | #45 Steel | #45 Steel |
Package List
| No. | Item | Qty. |
|---|---|---|
| A | Bent Pliers | 4 |
| B | Straight Pliers | 4 |
| C | Pick | 1 |
| D | Hook | 1 |
| E | Protective Gloves (Not Shown) | 1 Pair |
Product Usage Instructions
Installing External Snap Rings
- Select the correct plier (A or B) with tips that fit snugly into the snap ring holes.
- Clean the groove for the snap ring using the pick (C) or hook (D) if needed.
- Fit the snap ring onto the plier tips.
- Gently squeeze the handles to expand the snap ring and slide it into place.
- Inspect and tap the snap ring to ensure it’s secure.
- Remove the plier after installation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I know which plier to use for a specific snap ring size?
A: Refer to the specifications for the tip opening and material of each plier
type. Choose the plier that best fits the snap ring size and material.
Read Carefully Before Use Keep for Future Reference
Safety Information
Warning
- The instructions provided herein are only for general information. ALWAYS perform all repairs in full compliance with your vehicle’s service manual. After any repair, test your engine and vehicle in your workshop and at low speed before returning to normal use. Failure to do so may result in serious property damage and severe personal injury.
- ONLY use this product for its intended purpose, removing circlips or snap rings.
- DO NOT allow use by children, by persons whose mental or physical condition precludes safe use, or by persons unfamiliar with this product and its compatible vehicle systems.
- DO NOT use while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that negatively affects your judgment or reflexes. Keep children and bystanders away during use.
- Keep your work site clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas invite accidents. For best results, keep the kit clean and dry. Remove any fluid, oil, or grease before and after each use.
- ALWAYS use personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable to your task. Always wear ANSI and OSHA-approved eye, breathing, and hand protection while using this product. Normal use of this product typically produces microscopic particles known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Nonslip footwear is also highly recommended. Other equipment such as ear, head, and body protection may also be necessary depending on your work, work environment, and other equipment.
- Dress properly for automotive servicing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry and keep hair, clothing, gloves, hoses, and tools away from any moving parts during use.
- ALWAYS know and understand the specific safety warnings and instructions for your vehicle before using this kit. Use the correct fluids, pressures, adapters, etc. for your vehicle. Make sure the vehicle is fully supported and parked before beginning any work. Take care to never touch any heated surface with exposed skin.
- ALWAYS be mindful of the control arm, snap rings, and other components under tension as they are released. Be mindful of where components might fly or land at all points during use.
- DO NOT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
- Maintain this product. Check for misalignment, binding, wear, or other damage before use. If any damage is detected, repair or replace the problematic components before further use.
- DO NOT force this tool or the snap ring/circlip that is engaged with the tool. Use penetrating oil if they bind too tight.
- Automotive repair is an inherently dangerous activity. This manual and the separate vehicle service manual cannot cover all possible situations that may arise, and training, common sense, and care must be supplied by the operator.
Specifications
Bent Pliers
Bolt| M6
Max. Tip Opening| 1.32, 0.85, 0.66, & 0.58 in.| 33.5, 21.5, 16.7, & 14.7
mm
Tip O.D.| 2.3, 1.8, 1.2, & 1.0 mm
Material| #45 Steel
Straight Pliers
Bolt| M6
Tip Opening Range| 1.32, 0.85, 0.55, & 0.49 in.| 33.5, 21.5, 13.9, &
12.4 mm
Tip O.D.| 2.3, 1.8, 1.2, & 1.0 mm
Material| #45 Steel
Package List
| No. | Item | Qty. |
|---|---|---|
| A | Bent Pliers | 4 |
| B | Straight Pliers | 4 |
| C | Pick | 1 |
| D | Hook | 1 |
E
| Protective Gloves (Not Shown)|
1 Pair
Operation
Installing External Snap Rings
- Select the correct plier (A or B). The tips of the plier to be used should fit snugly into the holes on the circlip or snap ring to be installed. And the plier should easily reach where you want to install a snap ring.
- Check the groove where the snap ring is to be installed for gunk or grime. If any, use the pick (C) or hook (D) to clean the groove. Also, you could use them to pick up a snap ring trapped in a pile of gunk or grime.
- Fit the snap ring onto the tips of the plier.
- Gently squeezing the handling of the plier to expand the snap ring, fit and slide the snap ring into its groove, securing it in place.
- Visually inspect or gently tap the snap ring with a mallet to make sure it’s secured in place. If not, adjust as needed.
- Remove the plier and stow everything away.
Removing External Snap Rings
- Choose a plier of the correct size, adjust the tip opening and inert the tips into the snap ring to be removed.
- Gently squeeze the handles till the snap ring becomes loose and remove it from the groove.
Installing Internal Snap Rings
- Select the correct plier (A or B). The tips of the plier to be used should fit snugly into the holes on the circlip or snap ring to be installed. And the plier should easily reach where you want to install a snap ring.
- Internal snap rings usually have holes that are more apart than those on external snap rings. To modify the plier for the increased distance:
- Loosen the nut fastening the plier and separate the two pieces.
- Align the bolt with the hole on the left and bolt the two pieces together
- Check the groove where the snap ring is to be installed for gunk or grime. If any, use the pick (C) or hook (D) to clean the groove. Also, you could use them to pick up a snap ring trapped in a pile of gunk or grime.
- Open the plier’s jaws by squeezing the handles together, and insert the tips of the plier into the holes or gaps in the snap ring.
- Squeezing the handles to compress the snap ring, feed the snap ting the groove inside the bore where you want the snap ring to be installed.
- Gently release the handles so that the snap ring fits into the groove in the housing or bore.
- Visually inspect that the snap ring is securely in place. If not, adjust as needed.
- Remove the pliers and stow everything away.
Removing Internal Snap Rings
- Choose a plier of the correct size. If no one matches, follow Step 2 above to modify the tip distance.
- Insert the tips pf the plier into the hole on the snap ring.
- Gently squeeze the handles to compress the snap ring until it becomes loose from the grooves where it sat.
- Remove the snap ring.
Maintenance
- Clean with a soft damp cloth using a mild detergent or solution after use. Do not rinse them or use abrasive materials or caustic chemicals.
- Periodically check the set for any wear, misalignment, breakage or coarse movement. Repair or replace before resuming use.
- Stow away after each use, being sure the pick and the hook are in the storage case. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and inaccessible to children.
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