GEARENCH LA116-C09 PETOL Bull Tong - Manual (Page 13)

Operation
The typical application of one Bull Tong is shown in the figure below. Normally an
additional tong is used as a backup. The backup tong is not shown for clarity. The tong will
exert torque in the direction shown. The tong will ratchet when moved in a direction
opposite to the line pull. Ratcheting is used when the tong must be pulled more than once to
completely makeup or breakout the connection.
Suspension
When working vertical pipe, the tong should be suspended by the attached hanger. Adjust
the hanger to obtain the best possible balance of the tong. Always use a suspension line of
adequate capacity to safely hold up the tong during operation.
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