If the label on a bender has worn off, what should you do?

In situations where the label on a bender has worn off, charting the bender is the appropriate course of action. This process involves documenting the specifications and characteristics of the bender, which can include important measurements such as gains and centerline distances. By creating a chart, you ensure that this vital information is available for future reference and use, maintaining safety and accuracy during operations.

While the other options may seem feasible, they each carry risks. Disposing of the bender without assessing its usability could lead to unnecessary waste and loss of potentially functional equipment. Relying on a similar bender for gain and centerline distances could introduce inaccuracies if the benders are not identical or if there are critical differences in construction or application. Similarly, estimating values based on prior experience can lead to mistakes, especially if the past experience does not directly align with the current tool's specifications. Thus, charting the bender provides a systematic and reliable approach to ensuring correct and safe usage.