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Technical Specification
PRODUCT NUMBER 696800-KM13EXT696800-KM10EXT696800-KM9EXT696800-KM8EXT696800-KM7EXT
Type Spare PartSpare PartSpare PartSpare PartSpare Part

Q 1. What is the primary purpose of the Sykes 696800-KM14EXT extension tube?

A. It extends KM14 locknut sockets, helping reach deeply seated bearing locknuts in restricted spaces.

Q 2. When would a technician need this extension with their KM14 socket?

A. They need it when a locknut is recessed in a housing, preventing a standard socket from engaging fully.

Q 3. How does the extension tube improve access around bearing arrangements?

A. It lengthens the tool reach so the torque wrench or bar can operate outside obstructions while the socket grips the nut.

Q 4. Why is a precision-made extension better than stacking random adapters?

A. A matched tube maintains alignment and strength, handling high bearing locknut torques safely.

Q 5. What typical applications involve locknuts that sit deeply inside housings?

A. Bearings mounted on tapered journals, adapter sleeves or withdrawal sleeves frequently use recessed locknuts.

Q 6. How does this tube help technicians achieve accurate torque on those locknuts?

A. It transmits torque directly through the tube without wobble, allowing consistent readings from the torque wrench.

Q 7. How should the extension and KM14 socket be assembled before use?

A. Ensure they engage fully with clean interfaces and that the drive end fits securely to the tool.

Q 8. What checks are advisable before using this tube at high torque?

A. Inspect for cracks, distortion or damaged ends that might weaken the extension under load.

Q 9. How does labelling this extension help in a well-organised tool store?

A. Clear labels make it easy to find the correct tube for KM14 sockets among similar accessories.

Q 10. What user habits help this extension last longer in harsh conditions?

A. Avoid overloads, store it dry and never use it as a lever or drift."

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