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#Adjust the knob on the right to adjust for the size of the bar.+
== Training ==
== Training ==
=== Rolling Steps ===
=== Rolling Steps ===
−#Adjust the knob on the left to get a large radius.
+#Adjust the knob on the right to adjust the radius, loosen the handle on the left if it restricting you from adjusting the right one.
−#Make sure both knobs are secure and tightened before rolling, always start by rolling the largest radius, and work your way up from there.
#Insert the bar between the rollers.
#Insert the bar between the rollers.
#Turn the crank to roll the metal bar or rod.
#Turn the crank to roll the metal bar or rod.
#Start with a large radius and continue to make the radius smaller every time you roll. If you attempt to roll a small radius all at once, the rod may make a corkscrew shape instead of a circle.
#Start with a large radius and continue to make the radius smaller every time you roll. If you attempt to roll a small radius all at once, the rod may make a corkscrew shape instead of a circle.
+#You have completed the roll when the two ends overlap each other by a couple of inches to account for the ends of the bar or rod that stay straight.
=== Demonstration ===
=== Demonstration ===
#Cut a 5 inch long piece of 1" x 1/8" aluminium.
#Cut a 5 inch long piece of 1" x 1/8" aluminium.
#Roll the piece to the smallest possible radius. This will not be a full ring.
#Roll the piece to the smallest possible radius. This will not be a full ring.