Put the following steps for preparing a flare in tubing into the correct order: 1) Place the tube in the proper size hole in the flaring block; 2) Project the end of the tube slightly from the top; 3) Slip the fitting nut and sleeve on the tube; 4) Strike the plunger several light blows and turn the plunger one-half turn after each blow; 5) Tighten the clamp bar securely to prevent slippage; 6) Center the plunger over the tube.

Put the following steps for preparing a flare in tubing into the correct order: 1) Place the tube in the proper size hole in the flaring block; 2) Project the end of the tube slightly from the top; 3) Slip the fitting nut and sleeve on the tube; 4) Strike the plunger several light blows and turn the plunger one-half turn after each blow; 5) Tighten the clamp bar securely to prevent slippage; 6) Center the plunger over the tube.

• A. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
• B. 3, 1, 6, 2, 5, 4
• C. 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
• D. 2, 3, 1, 6, 4, 5

Answer: (B)

The essential idea is to set up the flare tool so the tube is supported, aligned, and free from movement as the flare is formed. Start by getting the hardware in place on the tube, slipping the fitting nut and sleeve over the tube so they are ready to mate with the flare assembly. Next, position the tube in the correct hole in the flaring block so the end sits at the proper depth and the flare will form in the right place. Then center the plunger over the tube so the forming edge lines up with the tube’s axis, which is crucial for a true, concentric flare. Project the end slightly from the top to ensure there is enough material to form an even flare and to prevent the end from bottoming out against the block. Secure the tube by tightening the clamp bar so it won’t shift during forming. Finally, strike the plunger with light blows and rotate it about a half turn after each strike; this sequence builds the flare smoothly, avoids gouges or ridges, and produces a uniform angle by continuously guiding the material as it forms.

The essential idea is to set up the flare tool so the tube is supported, aligned, and free from movement as the flare is formed. Start by getting the hardware in place on the tube, slipping the fitting nut and sleeve over the tube so they are ready to mate with the flare assembly. Next, position the tube in the correct hole in the flaring block so the end sits at the proper depth and the flare will form in the right place. Then center the plunger over the tube so the forming edge lines up with the tube’s axis, which is crucial for a true, concentric flare. Project the end slightly from the top to ensure there is enough material to form an even flare and to prevent the end from bottoming out against the block. Secure the tube by tightening the clamp bar so it won’t shift during forming. Finally, strike the plunger with light blows and rotate it about a half turn after each strike; this sequence builds the flare smoothly, avoids gouges or ridges, and produces a uniform angle by continuously guiding the material as it forms.