TM 9-243USING A PIPE THREADING SET - Continued9 Slide cutting die over end of pipe to be threadedand apply light pressure with the heel of your hand.10 Start die with short strokes of the ratchethandle (8). Be sure the die is going on the pipesquarely.11 After a full turn of the die, apply another coat ofcutting oil.12After two more turns on the die, back off one turnand apply a coat of cutting oil.NOTEIf metal shavings become clogged in thedie, remove the die and clean it with apiece of cloth.13 Keep repeating step 11 until desired thread lengthis obtained.14 Reverse ratchet by pulling ratchet control knob (5)from detent and turning it 180 degrees. Then backup the cutting die.Change 135-5
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