Hunter TCX575, Operation Instructions Manual

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Operation Instructions for TCX575 Tire Changer 1. Getting Started
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1. Getting Started
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides operation instructions and information required to maintain the
TCX575 tire changer. An advanced operation section has been provided in
“Advanced Procedures,” page 28
.
“References”
This manual assumes that you are already familiar with the basics of tire identification
and service. The first section provides the basic information to operate the TCX575.
The following sections contain detailed information about equipment, procedures,
and maintenance.
“Italics”
are used to refer to specific parts of this manual that
provide additional information or explanation. For example,
Refer to “Equipment
Components,” page 6.
These references should be read for additional information to
the instructions being presented.
The owner of the TCX575 is solely responsible for enforcing safety procedures and
arranging technical training. The TCX575 is to be operated only by a qualified trained
technician. Maintaining records of personnel trained is solely the responsibility of the
owner or management.
The TCX575 is intended for mounting, demounting, and inflating most tires with an
approximate dimension of 40 inches in diameter and 15 inches in width.
1.2 For Your Safety
Hazard Definitions
Watch for these symbols:
CAUTION:
Hazards or unsafe practices, which could result in minor
personal injury, product, or property damage.
WARNING: Hazards or unsafe practices, which could result in
severe personal injury or death.
DANGER: Immediate hazards, which will result in severe personal
injury or death.
These symbols identify situations that could be detrimental to your safety and/or
cause equipment damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Keep all instructions permanently with the unit.
Use equipment only as described in this manual.