1977/01/17 Caterpillar

Removal Of Bolts With Metal Locks Easier With New Sockets{0610}

Usage:

Three new sockets for hexagonal-head bolts are available to remove bolts fastened with flat metal locks. Illustration 1. With these sockets the locks can be loosened, and it is not necessary to bend the lock tabs away from the bolt head (Illustration 2).

Illustration 1. 5P6587, 5P6588 and 5P6589 Sockets.

Illustration 2. How to use the new sockets.

Illustration 3. How to install flat metal locks.

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NOTICE

Keep hands off the lock and socket when you remove the last bolt from a lock with more than one hole. The lock will spin when the last bolt becomes loose and can cut your hand.

The sockets come in three sizes. The 5P6587 1/2" Socket is for a 1/2" hexagonal head bolt, the 5P6588 9/16" Socket is to be used with 9/16" hexagonal head bolts, and the 5P6589 3/4" Socket is for 3/4" hexagonal head bolts. Illustration 3 shows how to install metal locks.

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