Mondolfo Ferro Startline S 421, Operator'S Manual

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Startline S 424-S 421-S 521-S 524
Operator manual 101
UK
1. Never exceed these pressure limitations:
• The supply circuit pressure (from the compressor) is
220 psi (16 bar) .
• The operating pressure (indicated on the regulator) is 150 psi (10 bar) .
• The tyre inflation pressure (displayed on the pressure gauge) must never exceed the
pressure indicated by the manufacturer on the sidewall of the tyre itself.
2. Activate the air inflation jets only when inserting the bead.
3. Fully bleed air pressure system before disconnecting power supply line or other
pneumatic components. Air is stored in a reservoir to operate the inflation jets.
4. Activate the air inflation jets only if the rim is correctly clamped on the tyre changer (if
required) and the tyre is completely mounted.
1.3. ADDITIONAL RIM/TYRE INFORMATION
Wheels equipped with pressure sensors and special rims or tyres could require
particular work procedures. Consult wheels and tyre manufacturer’s service
manuals.
WARNING
1.4. INTENDED MACHINE USE
This machine must only be used to demount and mount vehicle tyres from/on the rims,
using the provided tools. Any other use is improper and may result in injury.
1.5. PERSONNEL TRAINING
1. Employers are responsible for providing a training program for all employees who
work on the wheels concerning the hazards deriving from maintenance and the safety
procedures to be observed. Service or maintenance refer to mounting and demounting
wheels and all the correlated activities, such as inflation, deflation, installation, removal
and handling.
• Employers are required to make sure that operators do not work on the wheels unless
they have received suitable training regarding the correct maintenance procedures for
the type of wheel being serviced and the operative safety procedures.
• Information to be used for the training program includes, as a minimum, the information
contained in this manual.
2. Employers are required to make sure that every employee demonstrates and maintains
the ability to work on the wheels safely, including the performance of the following
activities:
• Demounting of tyres (including deflation).
• Inspection and identification of the rim wheel components.
• Tyre mounting.
• Use of any restraint device, cage, barrier, or other systems.
• Handling of wheels with rims.
• Tyre inflation.