AME 11015 User manual
To avoid serious personal in-
jury, always wear proper pro-
tective gear, such as hard
hats, safety glasses, gloves,
and steel toe shoes when us-
ing hydraulic equipment.
Failure to chock the wheels
and crib the vehicle can re-
sult in Serious injury or
death. Always deflate tires
before removing a wheel, a
rim, or part of a rim clamp or
nut. If you do not deflate the
tire, the tire could explode,
causing serious injury of
death. Always stand to one
side of the rim when using
the bead breaker. Standing to
one side of the bead breaker
allows you to maintain con-
trol of the bead breaker. If it
is not seated properly and
flies off the rim, the bead
breaker could cause serious
injury or death.
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For your safety, read, understand, and follow the information provides
with and on this product. The owner and operator shall have an under-
standing of this product and safe operating procedures before attempt-
ing to use. Instructions and safety information shall be conveyed in the
operator’s native language before use of this jack is authorized. Make
certain that the operator thoroughly understands the inherent dangers
associated with the use and misuse of the product. If any doubt exists
as to the safe and proper use of this product, remove from service im-
mediately. Inspect before each use. Do not use if broken, bent,
cracked, damaged or missing parts (including labels) are noted. The
owner and operator shall be aware that use and repair of this product
may require special skill and knowledge. It is recommended that an an-
nual inspection be done by qualified personnel. Labels and Operator’s
manuals are available from manufacturer.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The 11015 Hydraulic Bead Breaker is designed to work on most rims 1,
2 and 3 piece wheels. It is expressly intended to be used as an aid in
breaking the bead seal between a tire and it’s one piece wheel for the
purpose of resealing bead seal, replacement of tire or wheel, replacing
tire valve, tire tube etc. Bead breaker works directly on the bead of the
tire and will not damage the tire if used correctly.
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OPERATION
Notice For best result, use an approved tire bead lubricant before removing or installing tire on rim.
1. Remove the wheel from the vehicle and secure on a suitable work surface. Fully deflate the tire, re-
move valve core, and all balance weights.
2. Hold and position the bead breaker under the rim flange. Position the claw on the inner part of the rim,
with the bead breaker feet against the outer part of the rim (refer to figure 1).
3. Operate the pump to close the claw portion and simultaneously press against the bead surface. To
stop or hold, simply cease pump operation.
4. With the claw pushing against the inner part of the rim, the shovel and feet push against the lateral
ring and the bead of the tire.
5. Continue operating the pump until the bead separates from the tire rim surface.
6. To release, simply release the hydraulic pressure of pump by opening the release valve on the pump
or if a treadle pump, actuate the release pedal.
7. Continue this operation around both outboard and inboard sides of the rim until the bead is free.
MAINTENANCE
Important: Use only good grade hydraulic oil. Do
not mix different types of fluid and NEVER use brake
fluid, turbine oil, transmission fluid, motor oil or glyc-
erin. Improper fluid can cause premature failure of the
jack and the potential for sudden and immediate loss
of load. Mobil DTE 13M or equivalent recommended.
Inspect the bead breaker before every use for cracks
or physical damages, leaks, worn or missing parts.
Do not use the bead breaker with damaged or miss-
ing parts, or oil leaks.
Lubrication
A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot
points, axels and hinges will help to prevent rust.
Cleaning
Keep the hydraulic system as free of dirt as possible. When not in use, couplers or connections must be
sealed with dust covers
Periodically check the bead breaker for signs of rust or corrosion. Clean as needed and wipe with an oily
cloth.
Storage
When not in use, store the bead breaker with cylinder fully retracted.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The following information is intended as an aid in determining if problem exists.
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Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action
Bead Breaker not able to · Oversize Rim · Do not use on rims greater than 26''
grip the rim tightly. · Tire is inflated · Completely deflate the tire
Erratic action · external leakage · Contact service center
· Sticking or binding compo-
nents
Bead breaker not responding · loose Connections · Tighten Connections
to pressurized fluid
· faulty Connections/
Couplers · Replace connections/ couplers
· Loose Connections/
Couplers · Tighten Connections/ couplers
· oil Level in pump is low · Depressurize and fill the pump
· Pump is not operating
· Check pump's operating instruc-
tions
Bead breaker cannot close
or · Oil level in pump is low · Depressurize and fill the pump
shovel extends only partially
· Sticking or binding compo-
nents · Contact service center
Bead breaker responds to
· Pump or valve malfunction-
ing
· Check pump's operating instruc-
tions
pressurized fluid, but does
not · Seals leaking · Contact service center
maintain pressure
Oil leaks · Worn or damaged Seals · Contact service center
Bead breaker will not open; · Malfunctioning Coupler
· Depressurize pump and hose, re-
move
Shovel will not retract or bead breaker and replace coupler
retracts slower than normal · Pump reservoir overfilled
· Depressurize pump and hose, re-
move
bead breaker, drain fluid to proper
level
· Damage internally · Contact service center
· Linkage binding · Clean and lubricate moving parts
Shovel will not fully extend · Oil Level in pump is low
· Depressurize pump and hose, re-
move
bead breaker, add fluid to proper
level
Parts List For
Titan Tire Bead Breaker
Model 11015
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