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The Tyre-Changer may exclusively be used by expert, specifically trained and authorised
personnel only.
- The use of the machine is forbidden to disabled operators if their disabilities may affect the safety of the working
operations
- Tampering or modifications to the equipment that are not authorised in advance by the manufacturer, relieve the lat
ter from all forms of liability as regards to damages deriving from or referable to such actions.
- Removal or tampering with the safety devices provides grounds to immediately cancel the warranty and involves
violation of European Safety Regulations and codes.
- The Tyre-Changer is equipped with informative and warning decals, which are designed and produced to last in
time. If they should deteriorate, user may request replacement decals.
5.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The Tyre-Changer has to be used by qualified and authorised personnel only.
A qualified operator is someone who has fully understood the instructions described in the operation instructions
manual supplied by the manufacturer, who has been specifically trained and who is aware of safety standards at the
workplace.
It is essential to use proper service methods and change tyres in an appropriate and acceptable manner that does not
endanger your safety, the safety of others in the work of area or the equipment or vehicle in a safe manner.
It is assumed that, prior to using the Tyre-Changer, the operator has a thorough understanding of the wheels and tyres
being changed. In addition, it is assumed he has a thorough knowledge of the operation and safety features of the
Tyre-Changer accessories being utilized, and has the proper hand and power tool necessary to service the vehicle in a
safe manner.
Those in charge of using the machine shall not be under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other substances, which
could compromise their physical and mental work capabilities.
For greater safety, operators shall wear health & safety footwear, gloves, protection goggles and shall NOT wear any
form of clothing that could get caught up or restrict the operator’s movements.
The operator must be able to:
- read and ensure full comprehension of the use and maintenance manual to be able to use the machine correctly and
safely.
- read and understand the danger warnings.
- understand the characteristics of the machine.
- keep unauthorised people away from the work area.
- make sure the machine is started in full observance of all the applicable safety standards and rules.
- make sure all operators are familiar with the machine and how to use it safely and correctly.
- avoid touching moving parts or pressurised parts without first disconnecting the machine from the electrical and air
power supply.
- keep the operation instruction manual with care in an easily accessible place, so that it can be consulted whenever
needed.
6.0 SAFETY DEVICES
This Tyre-Changer is provided with the following safety devices in order to grant the operator’s safety.
-Pressure limit valve, installed into the Tyre-Changer to avoid inflations over 3,5 bar (50 psi) pressure.
-Pressure regulator with manometer, to limit the maximum system pressure to 10 bar (145 psi).
-(on Tyre-Changers equipped with “TubeLess inflating device”) Limit Valve, installed onto the air tank to avoid exceeding
11 bar (160 psi) pressure value.
Removing or tampering with safety devices immediately invalidates the guarantee and
it is in contravention of European Safety Rules.
WATER
extinguisher
FOAM
extinguisher
POWDER
extinguisher
CO2
ExTINGUISHER
DRY materials
FLAMMABLE liquids
ELECTRICAL equipment
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
NO
NO
NO
IN CASE OF FIRE, USE ONLY DRY CHEMICHAL OR CO2 ExTINGUISHERS TO PUT THE
FIRE OUT.