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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
TIRE CHANGER
Model R26AT / R26DT
FOR SERVICING
AUTOMOBILE
AND LIGHT TRUCK
SINGLE PIECE
TIRES/WHEELS
R26AT
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIMS
When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the
purchaser upon receipt from the carrier. Consequently,
claims for the material damaged in shipment must be
made by the purchaser against the transportation
company at the time shipment is received.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. BY PROCEEDING YOU AGREE THAT YOU
FULLY UNDERSTAND AND
MANUAL. FORWARD THIS MANUAL TO ALL OPERATORS. FAILURE TO OPERATE
THIS EQUIPMENT AS DIRECTED CAN MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
COMPREHEND THE FULL CONTENTS OF THIS
Keep this operation manual near the
machine at all times. Make sure that
ALL USERS read this manual.
BE SAFE
Your new Ranger tire changer was designed and
built with safety in mind. However, your overall
safety can be increased by proper training and
thoughtful operation on the part of the operator.
DO NOT operate or repair this equipment without
reading this manual and the important safety
instructions shown inside.
REV C 07-21-11
p/n# 5900217
1645 Lemonwood Dr.
Santa Paula, CA. 93060, USA
Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363
Tel: 1-805-933-9970
Fax: 1-805-933-9160
www.rangerproducts.com
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- Page 1 MANUAL. FORWARD THIS MANUAL TO ALL OPERATORS. FAILURE TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT AS DIRECTED CAN MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. REV C 07-21-11 p/n# 5900217 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL TIRE CHANGER Model R26AT / R26DT FOR SERVICING AUTOMOBILE AND LIGHT TRUCK SINGLE PIECE TIRES/WHEELS Keep this operation manual near the machine at all times.
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Page 2: Warranty
R26AT / 26DT TIRE CHANGER This instruction manual has been prepared especially for you. Your new tire changer is the result of over 25 years of continuous research, testing and development and is the most technically advanced tire changer on the market today. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Section 6: Lifting / Uncrating Instructions..9-10 BendPak Inc. / Ranger Products 1645 Lemonwood Dr., Section 7: Installation Location ....11 Santa Paula, CA. -
Page 4: Section 1: Definitions Of Hazard Levels
SECTION 1 OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY DEFINITIONS OF HAZARD LEVELS To maintain machine and user safety, the responsibility of the owner is to read and follow these instructions: Identify the hazard levels used in this manual with the t Follow all installation instructions. following definitions and signal words: t Make sure installation conforms to all applicable Local, State, and Federal Codes, Rules, and Regulations;... -
Page 5: Section 2: Safety Instructions
SECTION 2 11. DANGER! The motor on this machine contains high voltage. Disconnect power at the receptacle before performing any IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! electrical repairs. Secure plug so that it cannot be accidentally plugged in during service. 12. WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSION. This equipment has internal arcing or sparking Read these safety instructions entirely! parts which should not be exposed to... -
Page 6: Section 3: Tire And Wheel Service Safety Instructions
Only properly trained personnel should service tires and ALWAYS follow all applicable Local, State, and Federal wheels on the R26AT/ 26DT. Read all safety and Codes, Rules, and Regulations; such as the Federal OSHA operating instructions thoroughly before use. The following Standard Number 1910.177. -
Page 7: Section 4: Description Of Parts
SECTION 4 Combination Mount Demount Head Vertical / Horizontal Slide Lock Air Inflation Gauge Tilt Back Tower Bead Roller Arm Right Assist Tower Right Helper Disc / Bead Roller Control Right Helper Disc Lubrication Bucket / Brush 10 Power Selection Switch 11 Bead Breaker Blade 12 Rim Protection Pad 13 Tool Bar / Storage... -
Page 8: Section 5: Specifications / Tools Required
48" (1219 mm) Shipping Weight R26AT: 690 lbs. (313 Kg) / R26DT: 1,050 lbs. (477Kg) Specifications are subject to change without notice. x NOTE: Internal and External Wheel clamping dimensions do not translate directly to rim or tire sizes as Wheel clamping points may vary by manufacturer. -
Page 9: Section 6: Lifting / Uncrating Instructions
Uncrating Instructions LIFTING/ UNCRATING Carefully cut the metal strapping and remove. 1. The R26AT/ R26DT are shipped on a pallets. Using a crow bar or pry bar, locate the staple/nail/tab (See Fig 6.1) locations and pry off the bottom part the box. Note: the Fig. - Page 10 Remove the front and rear Bolts and Nuts holding the tire changer from the pallet. (See Figs. 6.5 - 6.6) Fig. 6.5 Fig. 6.6 CAUTION! Handling of the machine must be performed only with an appropriate lifting device such as a forklift or shop crane.
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Page 11: Section 7: Installation Location
SECTION 7 INSTALLATION LOCATION DANGER! These measurements are the tire changer’s working range. Persons other than specially trained and authorized Disconnect tag and lock out power source before operators are expressly forbidden to enter this area. attempting to install, service, relocate or perform any Choose a safe location that is in compliance with maintenance. -
Page 12: Section 8: Assembly
SECTION 8 4. Using a long stiff wire hook or pliers. Stretch the Return Spring and clip to the Bead Breaker arm. (See Fig. 8.4) R26LT / R26DT ASSEMBLY Fig. 8.4 Bead Breaker Arm 1. Remove the Bead Breaker Arm Pin and the Bead Breaker Shaft Nyloc Nut. -
Page 13: Section 9: Anchoring / Air Source/ Oiler Adjustment
SECTION 9 AIR SOURCE This model requires a 14 to 15 CFM air source at ANCHORING 165 PSI maximum pressure. The safe operating pressure range for this model is between 140 PSI and 165 PSI at the machine. A 1/4” ID hose (or pipe) for connection to the It is not essential to anchor the machine to the floor, machine is satisfactory. - Page 14 SECTION 10 NOTE: This adjustment will require two persons to perform. ELECTRICAL SOURCE 2. With the Air source connected, depress the Bead This unit requires power from a 15 amp electrical circuit. Breaker Pedal to operate the Bead Breaker. The unit is supplied standard with a 110 Volt power cord and plug.
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Page 15: Section 10: Electrical / Wiring Instructions
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Overheating, short circuits and fire damage will result from inadequate wiring. Wiring must be installed in accordance with National Electric Code and local codes and standards covering electrical apparatus and wiring. 2. Be certain that adequate wire sizes are used, and that: t Service is of adequate amp rating. -
Page 16: Section 11: Operating Instruction
SECTION 11 4. Use extra care in positioning the bead breaker shoe on larger wheels/tires, and on alloy wheels. Make sure the shoe rests next to but not on the rim, and not on the tire OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS sidewall. The unit must be properly operated and maintained to help avoid accidents that could 5. -
Page 17: Important Wheel Mounting Instructions
The following instructions help identify how to properly mount wheels on the tire changer turntable. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to tire and/or wheel damage, equipment damage or failure, serious personal injury or death to operator or bystanders or damage to property. IMPORTANT WHEEL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. - Page 18 12. Use the lower bead helpers to assist in the bottom bead NOTE: lubrication. (See Fig. 11.8) Procedures shown below may or may not Fig. 11.8 include options or tools not a part or your particular model of tire changer. 9.
- Page 19 Fig. 11.12 Fig. 11.15 17. Press down on the left hand control valve. (See Fig. 11.16) Fig. 11.16 15. Push the locking valve button to lock the slides into place. As the slides are locked, the mount/demount head will move upward approximately 1/8 inch and backward 1/8 inch from the rim edge.
- Page 20 19. Move the right hand top helper roller into position over 20. Push the tool bar down toward the wheel to lift the tire the tire just outside the rim edge. Press down on the right bead up and over the knob portion of the demount head. hand control valve and force the tire bead down.
- Page 21 Fig. 11.26 Fig. 11.30 Fig. 11.31 Fig. 11.27 4. Depress the table top pedal to rotate the wheel. The demount head will guide the bead up and over the edge of the wheel. Continue rotation until the lower bead is de-mounted.
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Page 22: Section 12: Custom And Special Wheels
SECTION 12 DEMOUNTING TUBE TYPE TIRES 1. After both tire beads are loosened, lubricate the beads CUSTOM AND SPECIAL WHEELS and rim liberally. 2. Position the demount head and bead lifting tool as described earlier paying careful attention not to pinch the tube. -
Page 23: Section 13: Mounting
SECTION 13 1. Inspect the wheel closely for damage. Clean the wheel and remove any light corrosion or rubber residue. Do not attempt to service heavily corroded wheels. (See Fig. 13.1) MOUNTING Fig. 13.1 WARNING! Check tire and wheel carefully before mounting. - Page 24 5. Manually push the tire down into the drop center of the 7. With the right side assist roller, press down on the tire wheel directly across from the mount head to reduce the near the right side of the mount head. (See Fig. 13.9) tensional force on the bead.
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Page 25: Section 14: Mounting Tube Type Tires
SECTION 14 9. Depress the table top pedal and rotate the tire until the bead is mounted. The left side helper shoe will follow the tire MOUNTING TUBE TYPE TIRES during rotation. (See Fig. 13.11-14) 1. Lubricate the beads and rim liberally. Fig.13.11 2. -
Page 26: Section 15: Inflation / Inflation Pedal Operation
SECTION 15 INFLATION PEDAL OPERATION INFLATION INSTRUCTIONS The inflation pedal located at the front of the checks air pressure in the tire; controls the flow of air through the inflation hose. (See Fig. 15.1) Tire inflation is performed in four steps: Restraint, Bead Seal, Bead Seat, and Inflation. -
Page 27: Section 16: Stages Of Inflation
SECTION 16 Fig. 16.3 STAGES OF INFLATION Review the following descriptions and diagrams carefully. Refer to them as necessary during wheel restraint, bead sealing, bead seating, and inflation to verify that you are proceeding properly and safely. STAGE ONE / WHEEL RESTRAINT STAGE TWO / BEAD SEALING Remove the Valve Stem Core and position Valve WARNING! - Page 28 WARNING! CHECK THE FUNCTION OF THE PRESSURE LIMITER REGULARLY AND MAINTAIN IT ACCORDING THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION. DO NOT TAMPER WITH OR ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE PRESSURE LIMITER. TIRES REQUIRING INFLATION BEYOND 60 PSI SHOULD ONLY BE INFLATED IN A SAFETY CAGE.
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Page 29: Stage Three: Bead Seating
STAGE THREE / BEAD SEATING Bead seating usually occurs on the long tapered side of the wheel first and the shorter side last. Bead seating WARNING! will usually require at least 7 PSI in the tire. 40 PSI is the maximum safe pressure at this stage regardless of tire operating pressure. -
Page 30: Stage Four: Tire Inflation
STAGE FOUR / TIRE INFLATION 1. Make sure both beads are seated. When both beads are seated, the tire is ready for inflation. WARNING! 2. Replace the valve core if it was removed. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE FREQUENTLY. NEVER 3. Depress the inflation pedal to position two to inflate the EXCEED 40 PSI WHILE SEATING BEADS. -
Page 31: Section 17: Maintenance Instructions
SECTION 17 t Check adjustment of the mount/demount head monthly. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS t Check function of the inflation hose pressure limiter/regulator monthly. Always secure/stow the cover if Read and follow all the maintenance instructions provided adjustments are made. The pressure regulator should in this manual to keep the machine in good operating never be adjusted to exceed 60 PSI. -
Page 32: Water Separator/ Oiler
Mount/Demount Head Cleaning Oiler Adjustment Clean dirt and debris from the mount/demount tool roller NOTE: with small screw driver or pick. (See Fig. 17.4) This adjustment will require two persons to perform. Fig. 17.4 1. With the Air source connected, depress the Bead Breaker Pedal to operate the Bead Breaker. -
Page 33: Turntable Drive Belt
Turntable Drive Belt Inspection / Adjustment. Inflation Pedal Pressure Limiter Maintenance THE PRESSURE LIMITER IS PRE-SET AT THE FACTORY AND SHOULD NEED NO ADJUSTMENT. DANGER! The motor on this machine contains high ADJUST ONLY IF PRESSURE EXCEEDS 60 PSI. Operating a tire changer with a defective, voltage. - Page 34 50 PSI. Disconnect inflation hose, and release air inside tank. (See Fig. 17.13) Fig. 17.13 For additional copies or further information, contact: BendPak Inc. / Ranger Products 1645 Lemonwood Dr., Santa Paula, CA. 93060 1-805-933-9970 www.bendpak.com...
- Page 37 DESCRIPTION T-union Wire ringØ12 Chassis body Flat point set screw M10X40 Side cover Straight pin Ø6X40 BHPS M6 X 1 X 12 ZPL Tire changer body plug Washer; M6 flat Screw M10 Front panel Washer Ø12 Metal front cover Hexagon cap boltM12X70 Nut M8 Voltage selector switch &...
- Page 39 DESCRIPTION Fitting; 6mm X 1/8″ straight Tilt tower cylinder limit pin Locking valve O-ring spacer Snap ring #20 Tilt back cylinder O-ring 8 X 2.65 Spacer Ø12 200-1 Tilt cylinder conector Control valve bolt Fork pin Ø3X25 200-2 Tilt tower rubber spacer Locking valve metal spacer Tilt tower cylinder lower pin 200-3...
- Page 41 DESCRIPTION Seeger ringØ12 Connecting rod spacer X-Shape tabletop unit Connecting rod sleeve 300-1 Turntable assy WasherØ12 Turntable Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 45 Jaw clamp cylinder Square turntable 302-1 Fitting; 1/8NPT to 8mm 310-1 Square turntable assy 302-2 Small front cylinder cover Snap ring 65mm 302-3 Locking nut M8...
- Page 43 DESCRIPTION Release valve washer Union G1/8″Ø10 BB cylinder Releave valve Cylinder liner Releave valve sealing cup Thin nut M18 Bead breaker blade knob-14 Piston limit bowl BB blade stop pin Y-ringØ200X12×6 Bead breaker bracket BB cylinder piston Bead breaker distance adjusting knob O-ring 193 X 5.7 bead breaker pivot pin Eccentric bushing...
- Page 45 DESCRIPTION Turntable key 12 X 8 X 35 Bearing 80110 Transmission assy Upper flange of reduction gear box 500-1 Rotary joint block Screw bolt M8x30 500-2 Rotary valve sealing ring Screw bolt M10x180 500-3 200 cylinder sealing units Oil fill tube Screw bolt M10x170 Oil fill tube plug Screw bolt M10x200...
- Page 47 DESCRIPTION WasherØ6 Directional switch bracket Front foot pedal assy Directional switch Elbow union G1/8″Ø8 Directional switch cover 1/8" adjusable silencer Screw M6x55 Tilt tower are valve Foot pedal return spring 603-1 Air valve O-ring spacer Union G1/8″Ø8 603-2 O-ring 17X4 Jaw clamp are valve 603-3 Air valve spool (all valves)
- Page 49 DESCRIPTION Union G1/8″Ø8 Plug G1/8″ UFRL support Screw M6x20 UFRL bracket Washer; M6 X 12mm flat WasherØ8 WasherØ6 Screw M8x20 Self-tapping screw M4x16 Screw M8x16 Turbo blast nozzle adaptor Washer Ø8 730-1 complete turbo blast assembly Washer Ø8 Snap ring; 40mm Washer Ø8 1"...
- Page 51 DESCRIPTION nut M8 Power-assist arm unit L/R assest arm cover 839-1 Metal braided hose cover SHCS M4 X 0.7 X 30mm Slide unit Assist arm control valve Assist tower plastic slide Assist tower bent arm Slide plate 804-1 Assist tower bent arm plug Power-assist tower unit Assist arm block Assist tower top plug...
- Page 53 DESCRIPTION Assist tower plastic slide Slide Upgrade tower (R-26AT to a R-26-DT) Locking knob Double cone BB roller Ball Snapr ring #20 SHCS M4 X 0.7 X 30mm Double cone BB roller rod L/R Assist arm valve cover Bead lifting arm unit Assist arm control valve Assist arm end plug Quick elbow union G1/8"Ø6...
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- Page 56 For Parts Or Service Contact: BendPak Inc. / Ranger Products 1645 Lemonwood Dr. Santa Paula, CA. 93060 Tel: 1-805-933-9970 Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363 Fax: 1-805-933-9160 www.bendpak.com www.rangerproducts.com p/n# 5900217...