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Default tools needed

When cranking on a fitting, it's necessary to use two
wrenches. One, either side of the fitting. That way, the
force is applied only to the joint you're servicing.

Using one wrench puts torque and stress on other joints.
Which can cause other joints to leak.

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"micky" wrote in message
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From the online manual for a GE gas stove about 20 years
old.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
.. Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers
.. Pencil and ruler
.. Two pipe wrenches (one for backup)
.. Open-end or adjustable wrench
.. Nut drivers or wrenches: 3/16?? and 1/4??


Why do you need a backup pipe wrench? Is one going to
break? Fall in
the hole?