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TIRE CHANGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC Model 45656 OpERATING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools ® 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com...
If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use this tool. USE EYE AND HEARING pROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye glasses and ANSI approved hearing protection when working with this SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 2...
SOURCE. pUMp THE BEAD BREAKER pEDAl (26E) SEVERAl TIMES TO EVACUATE All COMpRESSED AIR FROM THE MACHINE, AND DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM ITS ElECTRICAl SUpplY SOURCE BEFORE pERFORMING ANY SERVICES OR MAINTENANCE. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3...
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Pressure Regulator (5F). (See Figures A, C, and E.) B. If an automatic oiler is not used, add two drops of oil into the Quick Connector of the Pressure Regulator (5F). SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 4...
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WARNING: This product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq.) SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 5...
DESCRIpTION Prior to using the Tire Changer, it is recommended that you study and familiarize yourself with the main components of the unit. (See Figure E.) SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 6...
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WHITE wires. Do not attempt to alter the 220 Volt, 3-Prong Plug or its assembly to the power cord (as mentioned above) in any way. In addition, it is recommended that this assembly procedure be carried out by a qualified technician. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 7...
Tire Changer. (See Figure E and Assy. Diagram B.) Position the Paddle (7B) against the tire bead at a distance of about 1/2” from the tire rim. (See Figures E and H.) REV 05/05 SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 8...
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Rims from 10” to 18”: Position the four Jaws (17C) according to the reference mark located on the Turntable (1C) by depressing the Jaw Clamp Pedal (26E) halfway down. (See Figures B and E.) SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 9...
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Reverse Pedal (59E). Continue until the tire is completely separated from the wheel rim. Remove the inner tube (if there is one), and repeat the above Steps for the other side of the wheel/tire. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 10...
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Then, depress the Reverse Pedal (59E) to rotate the Turntable (1C) clockwise. Continue this process throughout the entire circumference of the wheel and tire. (See Figures B and E.) Insert the inner tube (if there is one). SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 11...
Remember to Inflate the tire with brief jets of air, checking the air pressure frequently. Once the proper air pressure has been reached, disconnect the Nozzle from the valve stem and screw a valve cap onto the stem. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 12...
Oil Regulator Screw. (See Figures B, E, and l.) After the first 20 days of use, retighten the Jaws Tightening Screws (14C) and the Screws (10C) located on the Turntable Slides. (See Figure E, and Assy. Diagram C.) SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 13...
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In the event the Block Support (7A) doesn’t lock the Tools Shaft (13A) in place, or the Mounting Head (15A) doesn’t rise at least 1/8” above the wheel rim which is necessary for working, adjust the Nuts as shown in Figure N. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 14...
ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 15...
Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately. Use only identical replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 16...
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Tools Shaft Bushing Hand Grid Adjuster Mounting Head Swinging Arm Pulley Locking Block Locking Block Support Washer Hand Grid Adjuster Column Protection sheet1 Cover Protection sheet 2 Spring Mounting head complete SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 17...
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Cylinder body Screw Fitting Washer V-seal Shovel Piston Hand grid Washer Rubber support V-seal Screw O-ring Rubber support Rotating pin Bead-breaker rod L-union 1/4” Oil box Screw Complete Cylinder Safety valve SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 18...
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Some parts listed below may not be available individually as replacement parts. part Description Bead Lifting Lever Water Separator/Lubricator Inflating Hose Inflating Hose w/Gauge Pressure Regulator REV 03/03 SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 21...
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ASSEMBlY DIAGRAM E REV 03/03 SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 22...
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Then, lock the tools shaft in position, complete circumference broken tire bead. using the block support. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 24...
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And remove the inner tube (if head. Move the tire bead over the there is one). mounting head. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 25...
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Instead, move up against the edge of the rear the swinging arm sideways with the section of the mounting head. tools shaft locked. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 26...
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(or the lever). Then, and tire. against the edge of the rear section depress the reverse pedal to rotate of the mounting head. the turntable clockwise. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 27...
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Check the wheel rim and been reached, disconnect the nozzle the tire are of the same size. And try from the valve stem and screw a again. valve cap onto the stem. SKU 45656 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 28...