The F40 Band Clamp Installation Tool is an intermediately sized hand tool for installation both 3/8" and 5/8" Dixon F Series Band Clamps. Features an anti-backlash ratchet. Constructed from steel with a rubber handle and measures in at 11 inches.

Operating Instructions for the F40 Installation Tool

1. Push end of clamp into slotted end of clamp tool. Rotate ratchet wrench to engage clamp end in slot in winder.
2. Push ratchet wrench forward with sufficient strokes until desired tension is obtained.
3. Grip ratchet wrench and tool together. Push punch down on lock and strike firm blow with hammer, thus locking the clamp tension.
4. Raise punch and while holding wrench and tool together, rotate tool forward and up against edge of the lock, breaking off tail piece.
5. To remove tail piece, rotate wrench until tail is free from slot in tool. With thumb, slide lever and remove winder and wrench from tool.
6. For application of 3/8" wide clamps, swing 3/8" adapter to forward position and follow steps 1 through 5.