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TIRE MACHINE SAFETY FEATURE
INSTALLATION LOCATION
• The Tire Machine
MUST
be installed on a solid and level concrete or similar surface for proper operation, accuracy and safety.
• There
MUST
be a minimum of 3 ft. of open space surrounding the Tire Machine.
• This Tire Machine MUST be firmly attached to the floor with suitable concrete anchors or similar hardware (not included).
Should a malfunction occur during the operation of the Tire Machine, releasing foot pressure from controls will stop motion
immediately.
PINCH AND CRUSH HAZARD!
• Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when operating.
CUT HAZARD!
• Contacting metal edges on wheels can cause serious cuts. Wear thick, well-fitting work gloves to prevent cuts from handling wheels & tires.
INJURY HAZARD!
• This tool can quickly start up while connected to an electrical supply causing serious personal injury. Always disconnect the
Tire Machine from the electrical supply before making adjustments or performing maintenance.
• The Tire Machine involves the mounting/dismounting of large, heavy wheel/tire combinations which can cause serious injuries
if dropped. The use of safety shoes is strongly recommended.
EYE INJURY HAZARD!
• Moving/rubbing components under great pressures can suddenly eject particles at high velocity. Always wear ANSI approved eye
protection when operating this equipment.
BURST HAZARD!
• Excessive air pressure can cause tool to explode resulting in tool damage and personal injury. Do not exceed 145 psi [10 bar]
of tool inlet air pressure.
INJURY HAZARD!
• The Tire Machine consists of large moving components which can present a hand/finger pinch hazard injuries if dropped.
Avoid pinching hands while handling parts during assembly and/or operation.
• The Tire Machine was specifically designed to be operated by one person only. Never have one person operate the pedals while
another handles the wheel mounting/dismounting or serious injury could occur.
• Inspect rim and tire before mounting or dismounting for damaged or bent conditions. Attempting to mount or dismount a damaged
rim and/or tire can result in serious injury and severe Tire Mounting Machine damage.
• Wheels and tires
MUST
be clean and free of all mud, grit, rust or other debris as this can cause machine malfunction and failure
of tires to seal.
SAFETY INFORMATION
