Obtain the recommended tubing and steel fitting nuts of the correct
size. Use the outside diameter tubing in order to specify the size.
Cut the tubing to length. Determine the correct length by using
a string in order to measure the old pipe. Add 3 mm (1/8 in)
for each ISO flare.
Before starting the flare, install the fittings on the tubing.
Chamfer the inside and outside diameter of the pipe with the de-burring
tool.
Remove all traces of lubricant from the brake pipe and the flaring
tool.
Clamp the flaring tool
body in a vise.
Select the correct size collet (2) and forming mandrel (3) for
the pipe size used.
Insert the proper forming mandrel (3) into the tool body (1).
While holding the forming mandrel (3) in place with a finger,
thread the forcing screw (2) until the screw makes contact with and begins
to move the forming mandrel.
When contact is made with the forming mandrel (3), turn the forcing
screw (2) back one complete turn.
Slide the clamping nut
(1) over the brake pipe into the correct collet (2). Leave approximately
19 mm (3/4 in) of tubing extending out the collet.
Insert the collet (2) into the tool body (1). The brake pipe end
must contact the face of the forming mandrel (3).
Tighten the clamping nut (1) into the tool body (1) very tight
or the pipe may push out.
Wrench tighten the forcing screw (2) until the screw bottoms.
Do not overtighten the forcing screw or the flare may become oversized.
Back the clamping nut (1) out of the tool body.
Disassemble the clamping nut (1) and collet (2). The flare is
now ready for use.
Bend the pipe to match the old pipe. Maintain a clearance of 19 mm
(3/4 in) for all moving or vibrating components.