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Installation
This section describes how to install your Tire Changer. Perform the tasks in the order presented.
Installation Safety Rules
Pay attention at all times during installation.
clear of moving parts. Keep hands and fingers away from pinch points.
Use caution when unpacking the Tire Changer from its shipping container and setting it up. The Tire
Changer is heavy and the weight is not evenly distributed; dropping or knocking over the unit may
cause equipment damage and personal injury.
⚠
WARNING
Only experienced, trained technicians may install the Tire Changer. In particular, all electrical work
must
be done by a licensed, certified Electrician.
⚠
CAUTION
Tools
You may need some or all of the following tools:
•
Forklift, pallet jack, or shop crane
•
Utility knife
•
Hammer, mallet, crow bar, or pry bar
•
Tin or sheet metal snips
•
Hex key and wrench set, metric and SAE
•
Screwdriver set, slot and Phillips
Additional supplies you may need:
•
Teflon Tape or liquid PTFE thread sealant
•
Anchor Bolts (Optional)
•
Air fitting (Air In) to connect the Tire Changer to the shop compressed air supply.
R980 Series of Tire Changers
must
You
wear OSHA-approved (publication 3151) personal protective equipment
at all times when installing, using, maintaining, or repairing the Tire Changer: leather
gloves, steel-toed work boots, eye protection, back belts, and hearing protection.
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 unit.
Use appropriate tools and equipment. Stay
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Safety is your top priority
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