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Figure 3 - Operating Illustration
!
WARNING
•
Study, understand, and follow
all instructions
provided with/on this product before use.
•
Do not
exceed rated capacity or rated pressure.
• Properly secure and support vehicle before
removing the tires.
•
Always
wear protective gear and clothing.
• Ensure that the wheel and tire are securely
supported and positioned before breaking the
bead.
•
Never
attempt to install or mount any tire and rim
that are mismatched.
•
Keep hands away
from pinch and crush points
that can be created during operation.
• Keep hydraulic equipment away from flames and
heat.
• Use only manufacturer recommended hydraulic oil.
•
Do not
alter or modify this product.
• Failure to heed these markings may result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
OPERATION
NOTICE
For best result, use an approved tire bead
lubricant before removing or installing tire on rim.
1. Remove the wheel from the vehicle and secure on a
suitable work surface.
Fully deflate the tire
, remove
valve core, and all balance weights.
2. Hold and position the bead breaker under the rim
flange. Position the claw on the inner part of the rim,
with the bead breaker feet against the outer part of
the rim (Refer to Figure 3).
3. Operate the pump to close the claw portion and
simultaneously press against the bead surface. To
stop or hold, simply cease pump operation.
4. With the claw pushing against the inner part of the
rim, the shovel and feet push against the lateral ring
and the bead of the tire.
5. Continue operating the pump until the bead separates
from the tire rim surface.
6. To release, simply release the hydraulic pressure of
pump by opening the release valve on the pump or
if a treadle pump, actuate the release pedal.
7. Continue this operation around both outboard and
inboard sides of the rim until the bead is free.
!
DANGER
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
NEVER
use this device on split rims / multi-piece
rims!
•
REMOVE
tire from vehicle and
deflate
completely
before
attaching bead breaker to tire / wheel!
