SUMMARY 11.0 CONTROLS ______________________________ 18 GENERAL DESCRIPTION __________________________ 4 11.1 4 pedals control unit __________________________ 18 SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL __________________ 5 11.2 Inflation pedal (on demand) _____________________ 19 11.3 Additional pedal for devices with tubeless inflation __ 19 INFORMATION PLATE LOCATION TABLE _____________ 6 11.4 Post unit handle manual adjustment ______________ 19...
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Model Basic model Power supply Rotation speed Clamping system Tubeless inflation RC141I RC141SD.24I Adjustable 240/1/50 Jaws RC141I RC141SQ.24I 400/3/50...
GENERAL DESCRIPTION FIG. 1 1 – Post unit 2 – Machine body 3 – Inflation unit (only for versions with tubeless inflation) 4 – Pedalboard unit 5 – Bead breaker unit 6 – Complete chuck 7 - Tool 8 – Tank (only for versions with tubeless inflation)
SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL Symbols Description Symbols Description Read instruction manual. Move with fork lift truck or pallet truck. Wear work gloves. Lift from above. Wear work shoes. Note. Indication and/or useful information. Technical assistance necessary. Wear safety goggles. Do not perform any intervention.
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Serial number plate VS999916311 Rubbish skip plate VS999921730 Rotary plate VS99991300 Inflation plate Rotary "R141I" plate VS999921750 IF ONE OR MORE PLATES DISAPPEAR FROM THE MACHINE OR BECOMES DIFFICULT TO READ. REPLACE IT AND QUOTE ITS/THEIR CODE NUMBER/S WHEN REORDERING.
INTENDED USE SOME OF THE PICTURES PRESENT IN THIS MANUAL HAVE BEEN OBTAINED FROM PIC- The machines described in this manual , and their different TURES OF PROTOTYPES, THEREFORE THE versions, are tyre-changers for car tyres projected to be used STANDARD PRODUCTION MACHINES AND AC- exclusively for the mounting, demounting, and inflation of wheels CESSORIES CAN BE DIFFERENT IN SOME COM-...
SAFETY DEVICES • 12bar safety valve on tank (only for versions with tubeless inflation). The safety valve (see the following figure ref. 1) avoids that the PERIODICALLY, AT LEAST MONTHLY, CHECK inflation tank is under a pressure above 12 bar. THE INTEGRITY AND THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE SAFETY AND PROTECTION DEVICES ON THE MACHINE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety rules When using your garage equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts. • Any tampering with or modification to the machine not previ- ously authorized by the manufacturer exempts the latter from all 3.
• The machine handles and operating grips must be kept clean and PACKING AND MOBILIZATION FOR TRANSPORT free from oil. • The workshop must be kept clean, dry and not exposed to atmos- pheric agents. Make sure that the working premises are properly lit.
UNPACKING MOBILIZATION DURING UNPACKING, ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES TO PREVENT ANY INJURY CAUSED BY CON- THE LIFTING EQUIPMENT MUST WITHSTAND A MINIMUM TACT WITH PACKAGING MATERIAL (NAILS, RATED LOAD EQUAL TO THE WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE (SEE ETC.). PARAGRAPH TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS). DO NOT ALLOW THE LIFTED MACHINE TO SWING.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS The location of the machine requires a usable space as indicated in Figure 4. The positioning of the machine must be according to The machine must be operated under proper conditions as follows: the distances shown. From the control position the operator is able •...
ANCHORING SYSTEM 10.0 ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE The packed machine is fixed to the support pallet through the holes EACH MECHANICAL INTERVENTION MUST BE prearranged on the frame. Such holes can be used also to fix the CARRIED OUT BY PROFESSIONALLY QUALIFIED machine to the ground, through floor anchor small blocks (excluded STAFF.
10.3 Post unit assembly 10.4 Bead breaker arm mounting In case the post unit is supplied demounted, proceed following the Secure the beading arm vane (Fig. 7 ref. 1) using the washers instructions below. (Fig. 7 ref. 2) and the nut (Fig. 7 ref. 3), on issue (nut and washers are clamped on the bead breaker vane).
10.6 Electrical connections The machine is supplied with a cable with a suitable plug. FIT A TYPE-APPROVED PLUG TO THE MACHINE EVEN THE TINIEST PROCEDURE OF AN ELEC- CABLE (THE GROUND WIRE IS YELLOW/GREEN TRICAL NATURE MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY AND MUST NEVER BE CONNECTED TO ONE OF PROFESSIONALLY QUALIFIED STAFF.
10.7 Check of motor rotation direction 11.0 CONTROLS Once all power connections have been made, make sure that the The pedal control unit comprises 4 (four) pedals. chuck is rotating in the right direction (pedal lowered, clockwise rotation). If the direction of rotation is wrong, swap two phase wires 11.1 4 pedals control unit in the plug.
11.2 Inflation pedal (on demand) 11.4 Post unit handle manual adjustment The pressure on the inflation pedal, with a maintained action, deliv- A pneumatically controlled handle on the post unit allows the locking ers air at controlled pressure (max. 4,2 ± 0,2 bar). and unlocking of the vertical and horizontal arm.
12.0 USING THE MACHINE 12.3 Bead breaking 12.1 Precaution measures during tyre removal and fitting TYRE BEADING MUST BE CARRIED OUT AFTER THE TYRE HAS BEEN COMPLETELY DEFLATED AND OBSERVING ALL SAFETY Before fitting a tyre, observe the following safety rules: RULES: BEADING PEDAL START-UP CAUSE SUDDEN, STRONG •...
B) WHEEL SECURING INSIDE THE RIM (for allowed rim size, see NEVER INSERT ANY PART OF YOUR BODY BE- Chapter 15. Technical specifications) TWEEN THE BEAD BREAKER TOOL AND THE To block the wheel from inside: TYRE, OR BETWEEN THE TYRE AND THE WHEEL SUPPORT.
12.5 Demounting Fig. 15 KEEP YOUR HANDS AND BODY AWAY FROM MOUNTING TOOL DURING DISASSEMBLY/AS- SEMBLY OPERATIONS TO AVOID SQUASHING DANGER. After clamping the wheel, the tyre is demounted following the instructions given below, with reference to Fig. 16. 1. Press the rotation pedal to rotate the wheel clockwise until the valve stem reaches “...
10. When demounting hard tyres, it may happen that the bead comes Fig. 16 onto the mounting tool with the lip turned. This causes the bead to slide from the lever when clockwise rotation begins. To avoid this problem rotate the wheel slightly anti-clockwise until the bead flattens.
12.6.1 Setting neck travel 12.6.2 Setting the tool for tyre fitting and removal When finished with neck adjustment, set head position along its SET THE NECKS BEFORE POSITIONING THE three orthogonal axes using the 14” diameter sample rim. Tighten HEAD. AT THIS STAGE THE HEAD HAS NOT the dowels and the lower screw firmly to lock the head in position.
12.7 Mounting the tyre Fig. 20B Rims with projecting spokes KEEP YOUR HANDS AND BODY AWAY FROM MOUNTING TOOL DURING DISASSEMBLY/AS- SEMBLY OPERATIONS TO AVOID SQUASHING DANGER. To mount the tyre, proceed as follows: 1. Position the work arm in working position depressing pedal (Fig.
4. Turn chuck (Fig. 22 ref. 4) clockwise. Press the corresponding BOTH TYRE FITTING AND REMOVAL MUST pedal and keeping the tyre bead pressed with Your hands in the BE CARRIED OUT WITH THE CHUCK TURNING inner rim groove. CLOCKWISE. TURN THE CHUCKING TABLE AN- TICLOCKWISE ONLY IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE Fig.
12.8.1 Tyre inflation with pressure gauge (on demand) 13.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Connect the inflation device to the tyre valve and inflate the tyre BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY ROUTINE MAIN- using the left pedal. TENANCE PROCEDURE, DISCONNECT THE MA- Well lubricated beads and rims make the beading in and inflation CHINE FROM ITS POWER SUPPLY SOURCES, much safer and easier.
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IN ORDER TO ALLOW A LONGER LIFE OF THE Interventions every 1000 working hours FILTER AND OF ALL MOVING PNEUMATIC DE- VICES, YOU HAVE TO MAKE SURE THAT THE • Clean and/or replace silencers (Fig. 27 ref. 1): SUPPLIED AIR IS: 1.
• Check the transmission belt (Fig. 28 ref. 3) for wear or proper 13.1 Lubricants tensioning: To grease the chuck movement control gearbox, use ESSO GEAR 1. Undo the four retaining screws and remove tyre changer side OIL GX140. panel (Fig. 28 ref. 1); Lubricate slides and screws/nut screws or racks and pinion with a 2.
14.0 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Possible troubles which might occur to the tyre-changer are listed below. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for damages to people, animals or objects due to improper operation by non-unauthorised personnel. In case of trouble, call Technical Service Department for instructions on how to service and/or adjust the machine in full safety to avoid any risk of damage to people, animals or objects.
15.0 TECHNICAL DATA 15.1 Technical electrical data For 1-Ph adjustable speed version For 3-Ph 2-speed versions 0.75 0.8-1.1 Motor power (kW) Voltage (V) Power supply Phases 50-60 Frequency (Hz) Chuck rotation speed (rev/min) 0-16 6.5/13 15.2 Technical mechanical data For versions with 10”-22” chuck For version with 10”-24”...
16.0 STORING 18.0 REGISTRATION PLATE DATA If storing for long periods (6 months or longer) disconnect the main power supply and take measures to protect the machine from dust build-up. Lubricate parts that could be damaged from drying out. When putting the machine back into operation replace the rubber pads and the mounting tool.
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Thank You Trained Operators and Regular Maintenance Ensures Satisfactory Performance of Your Wheel Service Equipment. Contact Your Nearest Authorized Rotary Wheel Service Equipment Parts Distributor for Genuine Replacement Parts. See Literature Package for Parts Breakdown.
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