TM 9-243
CARE OF INSERTED FACE HAMMERS
1.
Broken or chipped faces may be removed by turn-
ing in a counterclockwise direction.
NOTE
Use a pair of pliers or a rag on broken
faces to prevent scraping your hands.
2.
Wipe out face seat on holder with a clean rag. Install
new face by turning in a clockwise direction.
3.
If holder is broken or cracked, remove both faces by
turning in a counterclockwise direction.
4.
Obtain a new holder and install faces by turning in a
clockwise direction.
REPLACING THE HANDLE
MATERIALS
ASSORTED WEDGES
TOOLS
WOODEN WEDGE
NEW HANDLE
METAL WEDGE
HAMMER
RUBBER MALLET
WOOD RASP
HAND SAW
BENCH GRINDER
VISE
The above items are the basic materials required to replace the handle on a typical carpenter’s hammer.
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