isa U-shaped metal tool designed to make setting a Duke dog-proof (DP) raccoon trap easier and safer. The tool provides leverage to compress the trap's powerful spring, which reduces strain on your hands and fingers.
How to use the Duke DP set tool
To set a Duke dog-proof trap with the 0962 set tool, follow these steps:
Prep the trap. Ensure the trap is on a stable surface with the trigger in the upward position.
Position the tool. Insert the U-shaped tool under the trigger bar so the trap's trigger is between the legs of the tool.
Use leverage. With the tool correctly placed, use the ground or another stable surface for leverage and press down on the tool. This will compress the trap's spring.
Set the trigger. While holding the spring down with the tool, use your free hand to flip the trigger over and lock it into the notch.
Remove the tool. Release the pressure on the tool and carefully slide it out of the trap.