Eastwood 31638 Instructions Manual page 9

BURST HAZARD!
Excessive air pressure can cause tool to
explode resulting in tool damage and
personal injury. Do not exceed 145 psi
[10 bar] of tool inlet air pressure.
COILED AIR HOSE [J] AND GAUGE/FILL GUN [K]
• Rotate the Threaded, Slotted Ferule located on the air
inlet at the bottom of the Gauge/Fill Gun [K] in a "loosen"
direction then slide the Flanged Brass Fitting on the end of
the Coiled Air Hose [J] into the open slot then tighten the
Ferrule to tightly retain the Flanged Brass Fitting (FIG 4).
• Rotate the Threaded, Slotted Ferule located on the air outlet at the rear, lower right corner of the Mounting Machine in a "loosen" direction then slide the
Flanged Brass Fitting on the end of the Coiled Air Hose [J] into the open slot, then tighten the Ferrule to tightly retain the Flanged Brass Fitting.
1/4" MNPT, MALE COUPLER [L]
• Thread the 1/4" MNPT Male Coupler into the air inlet port of the included Air Regulator/Oiler "ee". Apply Teflon
a leak-free seal. Do not over-tighten.
TIRE CHANGER OPERATION
Note that the Tire Changer has three main functions that are explained in the following three segments:
– "Breaking" the tire bead seal.
– Dismounting a tire from a wheel rim.
– Mounting a tire on a wheel rim.
Before beginning any work with the Tire Changer, the Air Regulator/Oiler "ee" should be set to a maximum of 145 PSI [10 Bar] Maximum of operating inlet air
pressure by connecting to a clean and dry air supply then pushing down and turning the knob on the Air Regulator Clockwise or Counterclockwise as required.
PINCH AND CRUSH HAZARD!
Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when operating.
CUT HAZARD!
Contacting metal edges on wheels can cause serious cuts. Wear thick, well-fitting work gloves to prevent cuts from handling
wheels & tires.
INJURY HAZARD!
This tool can quickly start up while connected to an electrical supply causing serious personal injury. Always disconnect the
Tire Machine from the electrical supply before making adjustments or performing maintenance.
EYE INJURY HAZARD!
Moving/rubbing components under great pressures can suddenly eject particles at high velocity. Always wear ANSI approved
eye protection when operating this equipment.
BURST HAZARD!
Excessive air pressure can cause tool to explode resulting in tool damage and personal injury. Do not exceed 145 psi [10 bar] of
tool inlet air pressure.
INJURY HAZARD!
The Tire Machine involves the mounting/dismounting of potentially large, heavy wheel/tire combinations which can present
potentially serious injuries if dropped. The use of safety shoes is strongly recommended.
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FIG. 4
K Ferrule
tape to the threads to ensure
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