How to use round nose pliers?

	Snap ring pliers are similar to standard pliers that are commonly used to grip, cut, or bend materials. There are different designs and sizes of circlip pliers, so check the specifications to make sure you're using the right tool for the job. See also for more information:  What are the types of pliers? и  What additional features can circlip pliers have?
How to use internal pliers to install retaining rings
	Step 1 - Insert Hints Insert the tips of the pliers into the holes to grip the retaining ring you wish to install.
	Step 2 – Squeeze the Handles Close the handles of the circlip pliers to close the tips; this will reduce the size of the retaining ring. The handles must be closed enough to allow the retaining ring to enter the hole - do not squeeze the retaining ring too hard, otherwise it may become deformed or break.
	Step 3 - Install the Retaining Ring Hold the handles so that the retaining ring is the correct size. It can then be inserted into a groove in the bore. Make sure it clicks into the groove securely.
How to use internal circlip pliers
	Step 1 - Insert Hints Insert the tips of the pliers into the holes to grab the retaining ring you want to remove.
	Step 2 – Squeeze the Handles Close the handles of the circlip pliers to close the tips; this will reduce the size of the retaining ring. The handles must be closed enough so that the retaining ring can be removed from the hole - do not squeeze the retaining ring too hard, otherwise it may deform or break.
	Step 3 - Remove the retaining ring Hold the handles so that the retaining ring is the correct size; it can then be removed from the hole.
How to use external circlip pliers to install circlips
	Step 1 - Insert Hints Insert the tips of the pliers into the gripping holes on the ends of the retaining ring you wish to install.
	Step 2 – Squeeze the Handles Close the handles of the circlip pliers, this will open the tips and expand the circlip. Open the circlip just enough to fit comfortably on the shaft; if the retaining ring is overstretched, it may break or become deformed.
	Step 3 - Install the Retaining Ring Hold the circlip pliers by the handles so that the circlip remains the correct size. After that, the circlip can be locked into the groove on the shaft and it should click into the groove.
How to use external circlip pliers
	Step 1 - Insert Hints Insert the tips of the pliers into the gripping holes on the ends of the retaining ring you wish to remove.
	Step 2 – Squeeze the Handles Close the handles of the circlip pliers, this will open the tips and expand the circlip. Open the circlip just enough so that it can be removed from the shaft; if the retaining ring is overstretched, it may break or become deformed.
	Step 3 - Remove the retaining ring Hold the circlip pliers by the handles so that the circlip remains the correct size. After that, the retaining ring can be pulled out of the groove and off the shaft.