For servicing automobile and light truck single piece tires / wheels (30 pages)
Summary of Contents for Ranger Wheel Guardian RV1
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1645 Lemonwood Dr. Santa Paula, CA 93060 USA Toll Free: (800) 253-2363 Tel: (805) 933-9970 rangerproducts.com Wheel Guardian™ Tire Changer Installation and Operation Manual Manual P/N 5900089 — Manual Revision A — March 2019 Model: • RV1 Designed and engineered in Southern California, USA. Made in China. ⚠...
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Ranger website. Warranty. The BendPak Ranger warranty is more than a commitment to you: it is also a commitment to the value of your new product. For full warranty details, contact your nearest BendPak Ranger dealer or visit bendpak.com/support/warranty.
Technical support and service for your Tire Changer is available from your distributor or by calling BendPak Ranger at (805) 933-9970. You may also call regarding parts replacement (please have the serial number and model number of your unit available).
Shipping Information Your equipment was carefully checked before shipping. Nevertheless, you should thoroughly inspect before the shipment you sign to acknowledge that you received it. When you sign the bill of lading, it tells the carrier that the items on the invoice were received in good Do not sign the bill of lading until after you have inspected the shipment.
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BendPak Ranger assumes no liability for damages resulting from: • Use of the equipment for purposes other than those described in this manual. • Modifications to the equipment without prior, written permission from BendPak Ranger. • Damage to the equipment from external influences. •...
Components The following image shows the main components of the Tire Changer. The Air Pressure Regulator/Filter and Oiler/Lubricator are on the other side of the Tire Changer and are not visible above. RV1 Wheel Guardian™ Tire Changer P/N 5900089 — Rev. A — March 2019...
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Tire Changer components include: • Turntable. Holds the Wheel. • Mirror. Lets you see what is happening on the underside of the Wheel. • Post. Holds many components. Needs to be lubricated for easy movement of those components. do not lean on or touch the Post Once lubricated, •...
Frequently Asked Questions Question: What does a Tire Changer do? Answer: A Tire Changer takes Tires off of Wheels (called demounting) and puts Tires onto Wheels (called mounting). Q: What is the difference between a Tire, Wheel, and Rim? A: A Wheel is the round metal piece that attaches to the Vehicle’s axle.
Specifications Model Wheel Diameter Range 13" to 30" / 330 mm to 762 mm Maximum Tire Diameter 47" / 1,194 mm Maximum Wheel Width 15" / 381 mm Maximum Tire Weight 143 lbs / 65 kg RPM of Turntable 7 to 14 turns per minute Motor Power 1.1 kW / 24 A / NEMA 30 amp plug Motor Specs...
Installation Checklist Following are the steps needed to install an RV1 Tire Changer. Perform them in the order shown. ☐ 1. Review the installation Safety Rules. ☐ 2. Plan for Electrical Work. ☐ 3. Make sure you have the necessary Tools. ☐...
CAUTION Certain parts of installing the Tire Changer are difficult for just one person. BendPak Ranger strongly recommends having two or more persons work together to install the Tire Changer. If you have to use an extension cord, make sure its current rating is equal to or greater than that of the equipment being used.
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30 feet of the Tire Changer while it is being used. above You also need room the Tire Changer, which is 73 inches /1,850 mm high. BendPak Ranger recommends leaving at least an additional 12 inches / 305 mm of open space above the top of the Tire Changer.
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⚠ CAUTION Ranger recommends having at least two people move the Tire Changer; it is heavy and the weight is not evenly distributed. If it is dropped or falls, it could cause injuries and the Tire Changer could be damaged.
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The Tire Changer has holes for anchoring it into place; anchoring is optional. Note: You are not required to anchor your Tire Changer. BendPak Ranger recommends doing so, as the Tire Changer applies a certain amount of force at various times during the changing of a Tire.
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Once past the hole in the Base Plate, the Anchor Bolt eventually stops going down into the hole as the Expansion Sleeve contacts the sides of the hole; this is normal. 5. Hammer or mallet the Anchor Bolt the rest of the way down into the hole. Stop when the Washer is snug against the Base Plate.
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Connecting to an Air Source The Tire Changer requires a 15 to 25 CFM Air Source with an operating air pressure of 140 to 165 PSI (9.6 to 11.4 bar). The Tire Changer uses pneumatic and electrical energy; if your organization has Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to implement them after connecting to the Air Source.
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Connecting to a Power Source The Tire Changer has to be connected to a 208-230 VAC power source. A Power Cord with no Plug is provided with the unit. You need to have a licensed, certified Electrician wire the open end of the Power Cord to an appropriate 208-230 VAC NEMA 30 Amp Plug. Refer to Plug Wiring Information for additional wiring information.
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The Tire Changer comes with a Tire Lube Bucket (to hold your Tire Lube) and a Tire Lube Brush (to apply your Tire Lube). BendPak Ranger does not include any Tire Lube with the Tire Changer, as there are many options available.
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Preparing the Quick-Nut The Quick-Nut holds Wheels in place while the Tire is being demounted or mounted. Note: When the Quick-Nut and its Cones and Adapters are shipped from the factory, they are coated with oil to protect them. Until you clean the oil off of them, either wear gloves, keep a rag handy, or be prepared to wash your hands frequently.
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• Change some non-customer Tires. Just to make sure you are used to all of the controls, non-customer Tires BendPak Ranger recommends changing some before changing some customer Tires. Final Checklist Before Operation Do the following things...
The RV1 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. before each use •...
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Keep the work area clean and well lit. Dirty, cluttered, and dark work areas increase the chances of an accident happening. • Do not try to access the inside of the unit unless instructed to do so by Ranger Support. There are no user serviceable parts inside. ⚠...
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Using the Controls The Tire Changer has multiple controls; this section describes how to use them. Pedals The Tire Changer has four Pedals: • Up. Step on and hold down to raise the Tire Lift. Uses pneumatic power. Step off to stop. •...
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Tool Arm Handle The Tool Arm Handle controls the in and out movement (towards and away from the Wheel/Tire) of the Upper Tool Arm and the Lower Tool Arm. they move in and out Important: The Upper and Lower Tool Arms are synchronized; together .
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Upper and Lower Tool Arm Controls The Upper and Lower Tool Arms Controls control the up and down movement of the Upper Tool Arm and the Lower Tool Arm. Note: The Upper and Lower Tool Arms move up and down separately. Their up and down movement are not synchronized with each other.
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Upper Multifunction Tool The Upper Multifunction Tool has three components: • Bead Breaker Tool. Breaks the Bead on the top side of a mounted Tire. • Demount Hook Tool. Pulls the Tire up and over the Wheel during the demount process. •...
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Lower Multifunction Tool The Lower Multifunction Tool has two components: • Bead Breaker Tool. Breaks the Bead on the underside of a mounted Tire. • Mounting Tool. Slides the Tire back onto the Wheel during the mount process. • Turn Knob. Pull out and turn to switch between the tools on the Lower Multifunction Tool. RV1 Wheel Guardian™...
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Assist Tower The Assist Tower holds the Assist Tool, which is used to hold the sidewall of the Tire down during the mount process. The components of the Assist Tower are: • Handle. Helps to move the Assist Tower into the desired position. •...
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Laser The Laser, when turned on, shines a beam straight down, showing you where the selected Upper Multifunction Tool will impact the Tire if used. For example, if you are looking to use the Bead Breaker Tool on the Upper Multifunction Tool and you want to know where it will hit the Tire if you were to lower it, the Laser shows that location.
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Before You Change a Tire ⚠ DANGER Do not use the Tire Changer unless you have been properly trained and have read the entire Installation and Operation Manual. Tire changing must only be done by trained personnel. Failure to understand and follow proper procedures will result in injury or death.
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The Tire, Wheel, or both can be damaged and the Tire could explode under pressure, resulting in serious injury or death. BendPak Ranger recommends you not try to demount or mount this type of Wheel . If you do attempt to demount or mount this type of Wheel, proceed with extreme caution.
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The Steps in Changing a Tire Changing a Tire consists of multiple steps: 1. Place the Wheel on the Turntable. Use the Tire Lift and the Up Foot Pedal to get a Wheel onto the Turntable. 2. Secure the Wheel. It is important for the Wheel to stay in place on the Turntable. Use the Quick-Nut to do this.
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Placing a Wheel on the Turntable When you want to take the Tire off of a Wheel (called demounting the Tire), you must first put the Wheel onto the Tire Changer Turntable. To put a Wheel onto the Turntable: 1. Make sure you are wearing ANSI-approved eye protection: safety glasses, face shield, or goggles. 2.
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Secure the Wheel Securing the Wheel ensures it stays in place while you demount or mount the Tire. To secure a Wheel on the Turntable: 1. Select an appropriate Adapter or Cone. You want the Adapter or Cone to go into the hole in the center of the Wheel without going all the way through and touching the Turntable.
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Deflate the Tire If you have not done so already, you need to fully deflate the Tire. ⚠ DANGER Never attempt to demount or mount an inflated Tire. You must fully deflate it first. Attempting to demount or mount an inflated Tire will result in injury or death.
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Break the Bead The Bead must be broken – on both sides of the Tire – before the Tire can be taken off the Wheel. sure Important: Do not begin breaking a Tire’s bead until you are that the Tire is being held securely in place and it is completely deflated.
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7. Using the Upper Tool Arm Control, push the upper Bead Breaker Tool down into the Tire about an inch. 8. Step on the Rotation Foot Pedal and hold it down. The Turntable begins turning clockwise. 9. Press and hold the Tool Adjustment Button. The upper Bead Breaker Tool pushes down into the Tire until it gets below the edge of the rim and then automatically moves in about an inch or two, depending on the geometry of the Tire.
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After the Bead is broken, you can take the Tire off the Wheel, called demounting. Important: BendPak Ranger recommends using a liberal amount of lubricant; this makes the Tire come off more easily and helps to prevent damage to the Wheel or the Tire.
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14. Move both Arms up, high enough so the lower Bead edge will clear the top of the upper Rim. 15. Use the Lower Tool Arm Control to move the lower Bead Breaker Tool up. 16. Press and hold the Tool Adjustment Button and the Rotation Foot Pedal. The Tire is pulled up.
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Wheel / Tire Mismatches A Wheel / Tire mismatch is mounting a Tire where the Tire Bead diameter does not exactly match the Diameter of the Wheel. A Wheel / Tire mismatch is dangerous . A mismatched Tire and Wheel may separate or explode, resulting in injury or even death.
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Mount a New Tire This section describes how to mount a new Tire on a Wheel. ⚠ WARNING Mounting a new Tire can be hazardous if not done correctly. Do not change a Tire unless you have been trained to do so. Failure to understand and follow proper procedures can result in injury or death.
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8. Push down on the Tire so that it is part way down the Mounting Tool. 9. Rotate the Turntable until the bottom edge of the Tire slips down over the top edge of the Wheel. 10. Lower the Lower Tool Arm. The Tire slides down so that it is next to the Wheel.
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If the Tire inflation process goes smoothly, these three stages could easily be considered a single stage instead of multiple stages. ⚠ CAUTION The inflation process can produce some additional noise. BendPak Ranger recommends wearing ear protection when inflating a Tire. ⚠ Do not exceed the maximum air pressure specified by the Tire manufacturer. This...
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5. Press and hold on the Inflation Foot Pedal for a second or two. Air goes into the Tire and seals the Bead. Bead Sealing takes very little air pressure, anywhere from 0 to 3 psi, which you can monitor on the Pressure Gauge.
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Remove the Wheel from the Turntable Once the new Tire has been correctly mounted on the Wheel and inflated, you can remove it from the Turntable. To remove a Wheel from the Turntable: 1. Take the Quick-Nut off and return it to its holder on the Tire Changer. Flip down the Wings, turn the Wings counter-clockwise until the Quick-Nut is untightened, then hold the Quick Release Levers to the side and pull up the Quick-Nut.
• Daily: Make sure the unit is clean and dry. • Weekly: Check all labels to make sure they are in place and legible. Contact BendPak Ranger if replacement labels are needed. • Weekly: Check the water of the Regulator/Filter. If the reservoir is one quarter (25%) or more filled with water, drain it.
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Check the Water Level Water coming in from the Air Source is pulled out of the incoming air by the Regulator/Filter and dropped into the reservoir at the bottom. This water needs to be drained periodically. To drain water from the Regulator/Filter reservoir: 1.
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Check the Oil Feed Rate and Adding Oil The built-in lubricator adds pneumatic oil to the Incoming Air. This ensures that all pneumatic components of the Tire Changer receive the necessary lubrication, which maintains operating performance, reduces wear, and extends service life. It is very important to make sure the oil feed rate is correct, 1 or 2 drops of oil per use of the Up or Down Foot Pedals, and that there is enough pneumatic oil in the Oil Reservoir of the Oiler/Lubricator.
Make sure the unit is connected to an appropriate air source. Control does not work. If you continue to have problems with your Tire Changer, visit www.bendpak.com/support/ or call BendPak Ranger at (805) 933-9970. RV1 Wheel Guardian™ Tire Changer P/N 5900089 — Rev. A — March 2019...
Plug Wiring Information The RV1 comes with a Power Cord that is connected inside the unit on one end and with three exposed wires on the other end. The three exposed wires need to be hard-wired to an appropriate power source or connected to a 220 VAC Plug. ⚠...
Parts Part Number Description Shovel tire wheel Deep groove ball bearing Tool disc gasket Water box Round hairbrush Vaseline Tire mouth clamp Work plate rubber pad Power line Triangular belt RV1 Wheel Guardian™ Tire Changer P/N 5900089 — Rev. A — March 2019...
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Part Number Description Mirror with bracket 5328467 Mirror with bracket 5328467 Hexagon socket cap screws Spring washer Flat washer Acorn nut 1-Type Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Flat washer 1-Type Hex nut Hexagon bolt Flat washer Flat washer Spring washer Box welded parts Hexagon socket cap screws Hexagon socket cap screws...
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1-Type Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Tool frame assembly Water box adjusting rack Hexagon bolt Flat washer 1-Type Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Water box support Accessory box assembly Flat washer Spring washer Hexagon socket cap screws Hexagon socket cap screws Spring washer Flat washer Hexagon bolt...
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Rubber sheet for accessory case Bridge type nylon chain 5328454 Inflation hose with air chuck 5328463 Inner buckle shoot-through Part Number Description Circlip for hole Lock nut gland Shifting fork Hexagon socket cap screws Hand shank sleeve, set of two 5328461 Lock nut main body welding assembly Handle...
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Spline housing Elastic bilge pin Turntable inner lift plate Turntable outer lift plate Backing pin O-ring Stop pin spring Block assembly Hexagon socket set screw I-type hexagon nut Large side pads Hexagon socket cap screws Hexagon socket cap screws Flat washer 1-Type Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Turntable Hexagon socket cap screws...
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Part Number Description Extension piece Lock nut elbow Oil-water separator Hexagon socket cap screws Pneumatic filter regulator lubricator RV1 Wheel Guardian™ Tire Changer P/N 5900089 — Rev. A — March 2019...
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Part Number Description Hexagon socket cap screws Spring washer Inner hexagon cylinder end set screw Hexagon thin nut Upper left sliding block assembly Slide block 5328471 Slide front and rear Skid adjustment plate Hexagon thin nut Inner hexagon cylinder end set screw Hexagon socket head screw Sliding front cover 5328472...
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Hexagon socket head screw Coil spring 5328455 Hexagon thin nut Hexagon socket set screw Square bar locking plate Inner hexagon cylinder end set screw Hexagon thin nut Flat washer Spring washer Hexagon socket cap screws Fixed rack on side cover Flat washer Hexagon socket cap screws Front cutting cylinder shaft...
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Part Number Description Transmission assembly 5328476 Reducer casing roof cover Oil plug Hexagon socket cap screws General flat key Oil plug Annular ball bearing Worm General flat key Worm pad Hexagon socket cap screws Spring washer Large belt Oil seal Reducer casing lower cover Hex nut Deep groove ball bearing...
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Part Number Description Acorn nut Solid block stick Pedal cover Hexagon socket half-cap screws A-Type circlip for shaft Pedal spindle Pedal plate Two sides spacer sleeve Interval spacer sleeve Control panel assembly Foot pedal torsion spring 5328459 Torsional spring block shaft Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Hexagon socket head bolt Hex nut...
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Hexagon socket head bolt Flat washer Switch fork Spring washer Cross recessed pan head tapping screws Switch to pull board Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Hexagon socket head bolt Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Small valve pull plate Small air valve joint Spring washer Elastic cylindrical pin Hexagon nut...
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Part Number Description Acorn nut Pedal block stick Pedal buckle cover Hexagon socket head screw A-type circlip for shaft Pedal spindle Pedal plate Two sides spacer sleeve Pedal spacer sleeve Control panel assemblies Hexagon socket head cap screws Spring washer Hex nut Cross recessed pan head tapping screws Spring washer...
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Wheel lift air valve, up/down 5328479 Valve adjusting pad O-ring Small air valve skeleton Cross recessed countersunk head screw Small valve end cover Equal tee Small air valve Part Number Description Lock nut elbow 1-type non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Rear cover Double armed bolt Aluminum cylinder...
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Part Number Description Lock nut elbow 1-type non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Rear cover Double armed bolt Aluminum cylinder 1-type non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut Flat washer Rubber piston Piston rod O-ring Bronze belt Y-ring-dustproof Front cover Nether shovel cylinder Lower bead breaker cylinder 5328484 RV1 Wheel Guardian™...
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Part Number Description 1051 Hexagon bolt full thread 1052 Hexagon thin nut 1053 Turnbuckle 1054 Hexagon socket cap screws 1055 Big washer 1056 Flip frame assembly 1057 Pinch roller 1058 Big washer 1059 Hexagon socket cap screws 1060 Elastic washer 1061 Lock nut connection 1062...
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1075 Hexagon socket cap screws 1076 Circlip for shaft 1077 Cylinder fixed shaft 1078 Hexagon socket cap screws 1079 Circlip for shaft 1080 Big washer 1081 Tire pressure roller 1082 Hexagon socket cap screws 1083 Lifting block welded parts 1084 Cylinder piston rod 1085 Double end connection bolt...
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Part Number Description Hexagon socket cap screws 1101 Elastic washer 1102 Rear synchronous plate 1103 Upper arm welding assembly 1104 Round nut 1105 Hexagon socket set screw 1106 Oil bearing 1107 Locating pin 1108 Mount demount retaining spring 1109 5328468 Tool disc gasket 1110 Upper tool disc...
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Part Number Description 1201 Lock air cylinder assembly 1202 Lock elbow 1203 Valve foundation support 1204 Y-ring 1205 Lock air valve piston RV1 Wheel Guardian™ Tire Changer P/N 5900089 — Rev. A — March 2019...
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Part Number Description 1301 Swing arm shaft 1302 Tower crash pad 1303 Swing arm block assembly 1304 Acorn nut 1305 Tapered roller bearing 1306 Stop collar 1307 Torsional spring 1308 Flat washer 1309 Non-metal insert hexagonal lock nut 1310 Swing arm assembly 1311 Lock nut elbow 1312...
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1412 Y-type(dust proof) 1413 Front cover 1414 Front cut cylinder 1415 Front cut cylinder assembly Part Number Description 1501 Motor 1502 Small cylinder 1503 Flat washer 1504 Motor underplate welded parts 1505 Hexagon nut 1506 Hexagon head bolt 1507 Hexagon socket head screw 1508 Triangular belt 1509...
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Part Number Description 1601 Gas meter support 1602 Atmolysis head skeleton 1603 Vent valve 1604 Pressure gauge with back connection 1605 Meter box cover 1606 Plug 1/8 inch 1607 Cross socket head screw 1608 Hexagon socket head screw 1609 Lock nut elbow 1610 Air inflation indicator RV1 Wheel Guardian™...