Ranger R980AT-L, Installation And Operation Manual

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R980 Series of Tire Changers
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• The Tire Changer may work differently than other Tire Changers you have used. BendPak Ranger
recommends practicing with non-customer Tires to get familiar with how the product works before
starting work on customer Tires.
• Keep the work area clean and well lit. Dirty, cluttered, and dark work areas increase the chances of
an accident happening.
• Do not access the inside of the unit unless instructed to do so by BendPak Ranger Support.
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WARNING Be especially careful when inflating Tires. This is a dangerous time when using a
Tire Changer. If the Tire and Wheel are mismatched or there is a defect in the Tire, it
could explode, injuring or killing the Operator or bystanders.
Do not lean over
the Tire when inflating a Tire
. Move away from the Tire during inflation.
• Do not use the Tire Changer in a wet environment or expose it to rain or excess moisture.
• If you need to use an extension cord to get power to the unit, use one with a current rating equal
to or greater than that of the Tire Changer. Cords rated for less current than the Tire Changer
could overheat. If used, arrange the extension cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled out.
• Do not use anything flammable on the Beads or Rims as lubrication; instead, use non-flammable
vegetable or soap-based rubber lubricant.
• Do not use the Tire Changer in the vicinity of open containers of flammable liquids.
• Clean the unit according to the instructions in Maintenance .
• Read the entire Installation and Operation Manual before using the Tire Changer.
• Make a visual inspection of the Tire Changer before each use . Do not operate the Tire Changer
if you find any issues. Instead, take it out of service, then contact your dealer, visit
www.bendpak.com/support/ , or call Bendpak Ranger at (805) 933-9970 .