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Specialty Expressions: HOSE CUTTER, HAND

ExpressionsDomainDefinition
Hose cutter, handOccupationsMeasures, rerolls, and cuts rubber hose to specified lengths: Positions reels of hose in letoff rack and empty reels in powered windup rack. Verifies diameter on hose, using gauges. Threads end of hose through measure meter and onto empty reel. Depresses pedal and guides hose onto windup rack. Examines hose for defects, such as snags, cuts, and bulges. Observes measuring meter and cuts hose to specified lengths, using knife. Weighs hose and records information on identification tag. May attach metal couplings or fittings to each end of hose. (references)

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