Getting Started; Introduction; A - Purpose Of The Manual - Hunter TCX50 Operation Manual

1. Getting Started

1.1 Introduction

1.1.a – PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL
The purpose of this manual is to provide the instructions necessary for optimum operation,
use and maintenance of your machine. If you sell this machine, please deliver this manual
to the new owner. In addition, so we can contact our customers with any necessary safety
information, please ask the new owner to complete and return to Hunter the change of
ownership form attached to the last page of this manual. Alternately, the new owner can send
an email to newuser@hunter.com.
This manual presumes that the technician has a thorough understanding of rim and tire
identification and service. He/she must also have a thorough knowledge of the operation and
safety features of all associated tools (such as the rack, lift, or floor jack) being utilized, and
have the proper hand and power tools necessary to work in a safe manner.
The first section provides the basic information to safely operate the TCX50 tire changer
family. The following sections contain detailed information about equipment, procedures,
and maintenance. "Italics" are used to refer to specific parts of this manual that provide
additional information or explanation. For example, Refer to "Equipment Components" page
21. These references should be read for additional information to the instructions being
presented.
The owner of the tire changer is solely responsible for enforcing safety procedures and
arranging technical training. The tire changer is to be operated only by a qualified and trained
technician. Maintaining records of personnel trained is solely the responsibility of the owner or
management.
The TCX50 tire changer family is intended for mounting, demounting, and inflating most tires
with an approximate dimension of 50 inches in diameter and 15 inches in width.
Copies of this manual and of the documents accompanying the machine may be obtained
from Hunter Engineering Company by specifying the type of machine and its serial number.
NOTICE: Design details are subject to change. Some illustrations may vary slightly in
appearance from the machine you have."
An advanced operation section has been provided in "Advanced Procedures," page 40.
8 Operation Instructions for TCX50 Tire Charger