WARNING: Your VAR torque wrench is a precision measuring tool. Please ensure to follow these instructions to protect it: - NEVER use it as a ratchet, as this would impair the accuracy of the wrench. - NEVER exceed the maximum torque of the wrench, as this could irreparably damage the measuring devices that allow for measurement. - Protect it from impacts, dust, and moisture. To maintain accuracy and proper function, torque wrenches should be checked and calibrated every 5,000 uses or every 12 months.