Coats 7050 User manual

®
7050/7060/
7065 AX/EX
Rim Clamp®
Tire Changer
For servicing single piece
automotive and most light
truck tire/wheel assemblies
1601 J. P. Hennessy Drive, LaVergne, TN USA 37086-3565 615/641-7533 800/688-6359 Manual Part No.: 8183760 05
HENNESSY INDUSTRIES INC. Manufacturer of AMMCO®, COATS®and BADA®Automotive Service Equipment and Tools. Revision: 10/08
Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Maintenance Instructions
Installation Instructions
READ these instructions before placing unit in
service. KEEP these and other materials delivered
with the unit in a binder near the machine for
ease of reference by supervisors and operators.
* 7050 & 7065 Models Shown
See
RIM Safety page iv
¨Operating
Instructions
page 4

ii • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.

Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • iii
Safety Instructions
Owner’s Responsibility
To maintain machine and user safety, the responsibil-
ity of the owner is to read and follow these instruc-
tions:
• Follow all installation instructions.
• Make sure installation conforms to all
applicable Local, State, and Federal Codes,
Rules, and Regulations; such as State and
Federal OSHA Regulations and Electrical
Codes.
• Carefully check the unit for correct initial
function.
• Read and follow the safety instructions.
Keep them readily available for machine opera-
tors.
• Make certain all operators are properly
trained, know how to safely and correctly oper-
ate the unit, and are properly supervised.
• Allow unit operation only with all parts in
place and operating safely.
• Carefully inspect the unit on a regular
basis and perform all maintenance as required.
• Service and maintain the unit only with
authorized or approved replacement parts.
• Keep all instructions permanently with the
unit and all decals/labels/notices on the unit
clean and visible.
• Do not override safety features.
Operator Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment helps make tire serv-
icing safer. However, equipment does not take the
place of safe operating practices. Always wear durable
work clothing during tire service activity. Loose fitting
clothing should be avoided. Tight fitting leather gloves
are recommended to protect operator’s hands when
handling worn tires and wheels. Sturdy leather work
shoes with steel toes and oil resistant soles should be
used by tire service personnel to help prevent injury in
typical shop activities. Eye protection is essential dur-
ing tire service activity. Safety glasses with side
shields, goggles, or face shields are acceptable. Back
belts provide support during lifting activities and are
also helpful in providing operator protection.
Consideration should also be given to the use of hear-
ing protection if tire service activity is performed in an
enclosed area, or if noise levels are high.
Definitions of Hazard Levels
Identify the hazard levels used in this manual with the
following definitions and signal words:
DANGER
Watch for this symbol:
It Means: Immediate hazards, which will result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
Watch for this symbol:
It Means: Hazards or unsafe practices, which could
result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Watch for this symbol:
It Means: Hazards or unsafe practices, which may
result in minor personal injury or product or property
damage.
Watch for this symbol! It means BE ALERT! Your
safety, or the safety of others, is involved!
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

Safety Notices and Decals
Failure to follow danger, warning, and cau-
tion instructions may lead to serious per-
sonal injury or death to operator or
bystander or damage to property. Do not
operate this machine until you read and
understand all the dangers, warnings and
cautions in this manual. For additional
copies of either, or further information,
contact:
Hennessy Industries, Inc.
1601 J.P. Hennessy Drive
LaVergne, TN 37086-3565
[phone] or [phone]
www.ammcoats.com
For additional information contact:
Rubber Manufacturers Association
1400 K Street N. W., Suite 900
Washington, DC 20005
[phone]
www.rma.org
Tire Guides, Inc.
The Tire Information Center
1101-6 South Rogers Circle
Boca Raton, FL 33487-2795
[phone]
www.tireguides.com
Remember R.I.M.
Three Simple Steps To Help Keep Shops Safe
R.I.M. is a training program developed by Hennessy
Industries to help keep tire technicians safe. By follow-
ing the basic principles of R.I.M., technicians can avoid
situations that can cause catastrophic accidents like
tire explosions.
R.I.M. stands for read, inspect, and mount:
Read the tire size on a new tire before mounting to
make sure it is the proper size for the wheel.
Inspect the wheel for cracks, rust, and or other dam-
age that could cause an unsafe situation.
Mount the tire safely, making sure not to put any part
of your body over the tire during inflation.
The most serious of possible accidents is a tire explo-
sion. This is often caused by a tire/rim mismatch.
If a tire explodes on a tire changer, pressure causes it
to fly straight up at tremendous speed. If a technician
is standing over the tire, he can be seriously injured or
killed.
Hennessy’s R.I.M. program allows the technician to
avoid situations that can cause tire explosions and
other accidents. The full program, including training
videos, brochures, posters, and other materials, is
available from Coats distributors nationwide.
For more details, contact your Coats distributor or e-mail us.
WARNING
READ INSPECT MOUNT
iv • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.

Table of Contents
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Owner’s Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Operator Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Definitions of Hazard Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Safety Notices and Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Remember R.I.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Principle Operating Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 - 3
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 9
Bead Loosening and Demounting . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 7
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 9
Inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 13
Bead Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Bead Seating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Stages of Inflation on a Conventional
Tire and Rim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Mismatched Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . .15
Performance, Custom, and Aluminum
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 - 19
Performance Tires and Wheels • Demounting . . .16
Aluminum and Custom Wheels . . . . . . . . . . .17 - 18
Performance Tires and Wheels • Mounting . . . . . .19
Custom and Special Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Alloy Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
European Performance Wheels
(Asymmetrical Hump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Wheels with Low Pressure
Warning Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Tube Type Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Demounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .21 - 24
Duckhead (Mount/Demount Head) Cleaning . . . . .21
Duckhead (Mount/Demount Head) Adjustment . .22
Robotic Arm Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Separator/Lubricator Maintenance
(If equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Pressure Limiter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Oil Injector Maintenance (If equipped) . . . . . . . . .24
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Air Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Electrical Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Critical Safety Instructions . . . . . . .Back Cover
NOTICE
Read entire manual before assembling,
installing, operating, or servicing this
equipment.
Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 1

Model 7065
Shown
Model 7060 Shown
(Wheel Not Included)
2 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Principal Operating Parts Know Your Unit
Compare this illustration with the unit before placing it
into service. Maximum performance and safety will be
obtained only when all persons using the unit are fully
trained in its parts and operation. Each user should learn
the function and location, of all controls.
Prevent accidents and injuries by ensuring the unit is
properly installed, operated and maintained.
Do It Now!
Now is a good time
to fill out the Owner’s
Registry Card.
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Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 3
Pressure Safety Valve — The high pressure safety
valve is set to exhaust at line pressures above 185
PSI.
Release Valve — Allows the manual release of air
pressure from tire when clip-on chuck is attached to
tire valve.
Air Inflation Gauge — Registers tire pressure
when clip-on chuck is attached to tire valve stem
and inflation pedal is released.
Swing Arm Adjustment Knob — Adjusts swing
arm/vertical slide assembly for proper horizontal
positioning of mount/demount head.
Lube Bottle — Dispenser for rubber lubricant.
Inflation Pedal — Three-position pedal that allows
inflation of tires through air hose and clip-on chuck.
Oil Check Dipstick — For transmission oil level.
DuckHead®(Combination Mount/Demount Head)
—Mounts and demounts tire from wheel.
Duckhead® Roller — Attachment for DuckHead to
aid in Mounting tire on the wheel.
 Robotic Arm Control Valve — Controls vertical
movement of robotic arm cylinder.
 Robo Arm™ — Provides extra leverage for runflat
and low profile tires.
 Clamps — Holds wheel to table top for tire chang-
ing. Position outward to allow outside clamping of
wheels.
 Bead Sealing Nozzles — Expands tire sidewall to
bead seat area of rim to seal tire to rim and allow
inflation.
 Table Top — Rotating chuck for tire changing.
 Clamp Control Pedal — Three-position pedal that
opens, holds or closes rim clamps.
 Bead Loosener Control Pedal — Controls opera-
tion of bead loosener shoe. Available on model
7050.
 TableTop Pedal— Three-position pedal that controls
rotation of table top (forward, off, reverse).
 Bead Lifting Tool — Used to lift and position tire
bead correctly on duckhead®.
 Tire Bumper Guards — Provides protective surface
when bead loosening tires.
 Bead Loosener Shoe — Pivoting shoe for loosen-
ing tire beads.
 Bead Loosener Handle/Button — Controls opera-
tion of bead loosener shoe. Pull handle up or down
on some models.
 Important Safety Decal — Important safety infor-
mation for the operator. DO NOT obstruct with tire
stickers or other materials.
 Tower — Support for horizontal and vertical slides,
also air storage tank.
 Vertical Slide Locking Handle — Locks and
unlocks vertical slide and sets correct vertical posi-
tion to maintain head/wheel clearance.

Operating Instructions
This unit must be properly operated and properly
maintained to help avoid accidents that could damage
the unit and injure the operator or bystanders. This sec-
tion of the Operating Instructions manual review basic
operations and use of controls. These instructions
should be reviewed with all employees before they are
allowed to work with the machine. Keep these instruc-
tions near the machine for easy reference.
Bead Loosening and Demounting
This machine may operate differently from
machines you have previously operated.
Practice with a regular steel wheel and tire
combination to familiarize yourself with the
machine’s operation and function.
A. Remember to remove all weights from both
sides of the wheel. Weights left on backside of
wheel may cause the wheel to be clamped
unleveled. This may result in the combination
Duckhead®contacting the rim causing
scratches. On alloy wheels, always rotate the
wheel one turn after setting the Duckhead to
insure proper wheel chucking.
B. Always review with the owner any nicks and
scratches on expensive wheel and tire combi-
nations prior to servicing.
C. Review the performance wheel section of
this manual prior to servicing performance
tire/wheel combinations.
Loosening the beads on a partially or fully
inflated tire is unsafe and causes excess
movement and friction against the bumper
pads and excessive wear on pivots. Deflate
the tire completely to prolong the life of
your machine.
1. Deflate the tire completely by removing the valve
core from the valve stem (figure 1). Be cautious and do
not smoke as a flammable gas could have been intro-
duced into the tire at some time .
Figure 1 - Remove Valve Core to Deflate Tire
Tires are always installed and removed from
the rim’s narrow side.
D. Always loosen the bead on the narrow side
of the wheel’s drop center first (tire removed in
figure 2 for clarity).
Figure 2 - Determine Narrow Side of Wheel
E. The clamps on the table top may extend
beyond the table top itself. To avoid damaging
the clamps, move them to their full inward
position before positioning a tire for bead loos-
ening.
F. Use extra care in positioning the bead
loosener 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 sidewall.
2. Actuate valve (or pull) to position the bead
loosener shoe away from the machine and roll wheel
into position. The valve stem should be in the 2 o’clock
position to accommodate a possible asymmetric
safety hump type rim. Position the bead loosener shoe
against the tire next to, but not on, the rim. Actuate the
bead loosener handle/button to position the shoe or
press the bead loosener pedal to position the shoe and
loosen the bead. It may be necessary to loosen the
bead in multiple locations around the tire (figure 3).
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
4 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Narrow Side
Long Side
Drop Center

Figure 3 - Position Tire and Bead Loosener Shoe
3. Turn the wheel around and repeat loosening pro-
cedure on the other side of the wheel (figure 4). This
should be the long side of the drop center (figure 2).
Figure 4 - Position Tire and Bead Loosener Shoe With Wheel
Turned Around
G. It will be easier to outside clamp the wheel
to the table top if the long side of the rim is
loosened last.
4. Apply tire manufacturer’s approved rubber lubri-
cant liberally to entire circumference of both tire beads
after loosening (figure 5).
Figure 5 - Apply Rubber Lubricant to Tire Beads
5. Determine the mounting side of the wheel. The
mounting side is the narrow side of the drop center.
See figure 2 for more information on the drop center.
6. Place tire/wheel assembly on table top with
mounting side up (figure 6).
Figure 6 - Place Tire/Wheel Assembly on Table top
7. Use Robo Arm to apply pressure to aid in clamp-
ing rim (figure 7). Use the clamp control pedal to move
the clamps inward (push pedal down) or outward (tog-
gle pedal up). Clamp steel wheels from the inside
(clamps push outward against wheel). Clamp mag and
custom wheels from the outside (clamps push inward
against the outside rim edge). Refer to the
Performance Tires and Wheels section.
Figure 7 - Robo Arm Aids Clamping
8. Move the swing arm into position. Pull the locking
handle forward to release the slide. Push down on the
top of the vertical slide to
move the demount head
into contact with the rim
edge. Push the locking
handle back and lock the
slide into place. As the
slide is locked, the
mount/demount head will
move upward approxi-
mately 1/8-inch from rim
edge (figure 8).
Figure 8 - Position Mount/Demount Tool
Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 5
Valve Stem

6 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
9. The mount/demount head should be in contact
with the rim edge. Turn the swing arm adjusting knob
to move the mount/demount head away from the rim
1/8 to 1/4 inch (figure 9).
Figure 9 - Adjust Swing Arm to Position Head Roller
10. Check metal head positioning. Mount/demount
metal head should be positioned with 1/8 to 3/16 inch
clearance between the top of the rim edge and the
bottom of the head, and 1/8 to 1/4 inch clearance
between the rim edge and the head roller. This clear-
ance will be maintained as long as the locking handle
and adjustment knob are not changed. The operator
may swing the arm out of the way and back into place
again without needing to reposition the head (when
changing a like set of wheels) (figure 10).
Figure 10 - Proper (Metal) Mount/Demount Head Position
11. Check plastic head positioning. Mount/demount
plastic head should be positioned with 1/16 to 1/8 inch
clearance between the top of the rim edge and the
bottom of the head, and 1/16 to 1/8 inch clearance
between the rim edge
and the inside surface of
the head. This clearance
will be maintained as long
as the locking handle and
adjustment knob are not
changed. The operator
may swing the arm out of
the way and back into
place again without need-
ing to reposition the head
(when changing a like set
of wheels) (figure 11).
Figure 11 - Proper (Plastic) Mount/Demount Head Position
H. The tool clearance may change with
machine use and should be inspected often.
Failure to maintain the proper clearance may
result in damage to the wheel rim and/or tire.
J. Normal table top rotation for demounting is
clockwise. Depress the table top pedal to
rotate this direction. To rotate the table top
counterclockwise, lift the pedal up with your
toe.
K. Table top rotation can be stopped at any
time by removing your foot from the rotation
pedal.
At times during the mounting and
demounting procedure, the bead lifting tool
may encounter resistance and can be
thrown. Keep one hand firmly on the tool to
avoid possible tool disconnect. Use the
reversing feature to back out of jam-ups. A
thrown tool can cause injury.
12. Insert the smooth curved end of the bead lift-
ing tool over the forward end of the demount head and
below the top bead of the tire. Lift the bead up and
over the knob on the Duckhead (figure 12). Also, note
the valve stem position to the Duckhead. Use the Robo
Arm to push down on the tire opposite the Duckhead
to allow the bead to utilize the drop center area of the
rim, this position reduces stresses in the bead and
allows an easier bead lift.
Figure 12 - Insert Bead Lifting Tool
CAUTION
1/8" to 1/4"
1/16" to 1/8"
3/16" to 1/8"
1/16" to 1/8"
Valve Stem

13. Push the bead lifting tool down towards the
wheel to lift the tire bead up and over the knob portion
of the demount head. Hold the tool and bead in this
position (figure 13).
Figure 13 - Lift Bead Over Demount Head
14. Depress the table top pedal to rotate the wheel.
The Duckhead will guide the tire bead up and over the
edge of the wheel. Continue rotation until the upper
bead is demounted.
L. Push down on the tire across from the
demount head during table top rotation to uti-
lize the drop center area of the wheel. This
reduces the tensional force on the top or first
bead during demount (figure 12).
Figure 14 - Demounting Lower Bead
15. Lift and hold the tire at an angle so that the
lower bead is resting in the drop center directly across
from the demount head, and is loose below the
demount head (figure 14). Insert the smooth curved
end of the bead lifting tool down over the forward end
of the mount/demount tool and below the lower bead.
Lift the bead up and over the knob on the demount
head (figure 15).
Figure 15 - Guide Lower Bead Over Tool Head
16. 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 lower bead
is demounted.
M. With tube-type tires, demount the upper
bead and remove the tube before demounting
the lower bead.
After successfully completing the demount
process, proceed to Mounting (page 8).
Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 7
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8 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Mounting
This information must be read and followed carefully
to prevent accidents and injuries during mounting.
Attempts to force a bead seat on mis-
matched tires and wheels can cause the tire
to violently explode, causing serious per-
sonal injury or death to operator and/or
bystanders.
Check tire and wheel carefully before
mounting. Make sure the tire bead diame-
ter and wheel diameter match exactly.
Consult the Tire Guide and/or Rubber
Manufacturer's Association for approved
rim widths for tire sizes.
Never mount a damaged tire. Never mount
a tire on a rusty or damaged wheel.
Damaged tires and/or wheels may explode.
When in doubt do not mount.
Never mount a tire and wheel handed to
you by anyone without checking both tire
and wheel for damage and to be certain the
sizes match. Do not let untrained persons
operate tire changer and keep bystanders
out of service area.
Forcing the tire onto the rim can cause bead
damage. If you damage the tire bead during
mounting, STOP!, remove tire and mark it
as damaged. Do not mount a damaged tire.
1. Before any mounting, inspect tire for damage and
verify size match between tire and wheel (fig. 16).
Figure 16 - Verify Size Match Between Tire and Wheel
2. Inspect wheel closely for damage. Clean the
wheel and remove any light corrosion or rubber residue
(figure 17). Do not attempt to service a heavily cor-
roded wheel, damaged wheel, or bent wheel.
Figure 17 - Inspect and Clean the Wheel
3. Inspect valve stem and replace if necessary. Next
lubricate tire beads liberally with tire manufacturer’s
approved rubber lubricant (figure 18).
Figure 18 - Lubricate Tire Beads Liberally
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
DANGER

Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 9
4. Place tire over wheel and move swing arm into
position making sure the valve stem is at the 9 o’clock
position in front of bead lock. Position tire so that lower
bead is above the rear extension of the Duckhead®and
below the front knob (figure 19).
Figure 19 - Position Tire Against Duckhead®
5. Depress table top pedal and rotate wheel to
mount lower bead. Use drop center of wheel by forc-
ing down on tire just ahead of the mounting tool, and
follow as tire rotates (figure 20). Rotate table top until
lower bead is mounted.
Figure 20 - Mounting Lower Bead
6. For top bead installation, rotate table top until the
valve stem on wheel is 180 degrees ahead of the
Duckhead (6 o’clock position). Attach Duckhead roller
to the Duckhead using robo arm to assist (figure 21).
Figure 21 - Position Valve Stem 180º Ahead of Duckhead
6a. Make sure the duckhead roller mount is fully
engaged on the arm bracket; with no gap (figure 20a).
Figure 20a - Duckhead Roller Properly Mounted On Bracket
7. Use RoboArm™ to push down on tire 90 degrees
clockwise from Duckhead to allow bead to utilize drop
center area of rim.
Fig 22 - Use RoboArm To Hold Tire In Rim Drop Center
8. Depress table top pedal and rotate tire until bead
is mounted. Be careful to ensure bead stays in the rim
drop center in the area ahead of Duckhead.
Figure 23 - Mounting Top Bead
N. If table top rotation stalls, reverse the table
top momentarily until tire bead is again loose
on the wheel. Reposition tire on Duckhead,
make sure bead is correctly positioned in drop
center of the wheel; then attempt mounting
again.
P. For tube type tires, mount lower bead first,
move swing arm out, install tube, and then
mount upper bead.
180º
Valve

10 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Inflation
Tire inflation is performed in three steps: BEAD
SEAL, BEAD SEAT, and INFLATION. These steps are
explained in detail on page 14. Read the explanation of
each step and understand them thoroughly before pro-
ceeding.
Tire failure under pressure is hazardous.This
tire changer Will Not Restrain Exploding
Tires, rims or other related equipment.
Inspect tire and wheel carefully for match,
wear, damage, or defects before mounting.
Always use approved tire bead lubricant
during mounting and inflation.
The clip-on chuck allows the operator to
keep hands and entire body back from
inflating tire. The chuck must be an
open/freeflow style with all parts in proper
working order.
Check for proper inflation gauge operation.
Accurate pressure readings are important to
safe tire inflation. Refer to the Operating
Maintenance section of this manual for
instructions.
If the rim has been clamped from the out-
side for tire mounting, release the clamps,
lift the tire, and move the clamps to the cen-
ter of the table top.
If the wheel/tire has a diameter larger than
14-inches and is difficult to bead seal, the
clamps should be moved to the center of
the table top for the bead seal operation.
The inflation pedal, located at the rear of the left side
of the machine, controls the flow of air through the
inflation hose, and has three positions.
Note: The clip-on chuck on the end of the hose should
always be an open/freeflow style with all parts in
proper working order.
Position 1 - Tire Pressure – With the inflation hose
attached to the tire valve and the pedal in this position,
the air gauge will register the air pressure in the tire.
Whenever your foot is removed from the pedal, it will
return to this position.
Position 2 - Tire Inflation – This is the first activated
position. With the inflation hose attached to the tire
valve and the pedal in this position, line pressure is
allowed to flow through the valve system and into the
tire for inflation. Correct tire pressure is not indicated
on the gauge in this position.
Position 3 - Bead Sealing – This is the second and
last activated position. With the inflation hose attached
to the tire valve and the pedal in this position, line pres-
sure is allowed to flow through the valve and to the air-
flate bead seal jets on the table top for bead sealing.
1. If the rim has been clamped from the outside for
tire mounting, release the clamps, lift the tire, and
move the clamps to the center of the table top.
Note the Inflation Pedal Positions (See Diagram)
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
DANGER
Tire Pressure Tire Inflation Bead Sealing
Inflation Pedal Positions

Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 11
Use of bead sealing jets without a tire in
place can cause dirt and debris to be blown
into the air with enough force to injure
operator and/or bystander. Do not use the
bead sealing control position to inflate a
tire.
R. This unit is equipped with a pressure limiter
to assist the operator with proper tire inflation.
When the inflation pedal is held in position 2,
the pressure limiter cycles the machine
between position 2 (inflation) and position 1 (at
rest, no airflow to tire). This cycling helps to
prevent over inflation of the tire. Tires can still
be over inflated and explode with the use of
this pressure limiter if all of the instructions in
this manual are not followed completely. The
pressure limiter will keep most car and light
truck tires from inflating beyond 60 PSI
(smaller tires may reach higher pressures). It is
the operator's responsibility to follow all
instructions and to control inflation pressure as
specified in these instructions. Check the func-
tion of the pressure limiter regularly and main-
tain it according to the instructions provided in
this manual for safe and proper operation. Do
not tamper with or attempt to adjust the pres-
sure limiter. Tires requiring inflation beyond 60
PSI should be inflated in a safety cage.
Bead Sealing
1. Position valve stem in front of operator and con-
nect the inflation hose with the clip-on chuck. Hold tire
up against upper edge of the wheel. Be sure tire’s top
bead does not cover the bottom of the valve stem (fig-
ure 24).
Figure 24 - Lift Tire Upwards for Bead Sealing
2. Depress inflation pedal to position 2 and hold
about one second to begin air flow through tire valve,
then depress pedal to position 3 and hold briefly —
less than one full second. The blast of air from the jets
will expand tire and seal the beads.
3. Release the inflation pedal and allow it to return to
position 1. Verify that both beads are completely sealed
to the wheel. Repeat these steps if beads have not
sealed. It may be necessary to wait a few seconds for
the air storage tank pressure to recover before
attempting again.
S. If tire and wheel are properly lubricated and
operator cannot achieve bead seal after three
or four attempts, the valve core may be
removed from the valve stem to allow more air
flow into the tire to assist with bead seal. After
bead seal is achieved, remove the clip-on
chuck and reinstall the valve core. Reattach the
clip-on chuck after core is installed.
CAUTION

12 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Bead Seating
NEVER exceed 40 PSI to seat beads while
using this tire changer. If more than 40 PSI is
permitted by tire manufacturer, ALWAYS use
safety cage and clip-on chuck. NEVER
exceed recommended pressure after seat-
ing beads. ALWAYS keep hands and entire
body back from inflating tire.
An exploding tire, wheel, or bead sealing
equipment may propel upward and out-
ward with sufficient force to cause serious
injury or death to operator or bystander.
Check tire pressure frequently. If operator is
unable to obtain Bead Seat, something is
wrong. Deflate tire completely, inspect tire
and wheel, correct any problems found,
relubricate both tire beads, and reattempt
Bead Seal and Seat procedures. Follow all
safety instructions in this manual and on
machine.
1. Once tire pressure is indicated on the air gauge
(inflation pedal in position 1; foot removed from pedal),
continue to inject air into the tire (inflation pedal posi-
tion 2) in short intervals. Check the pressure fre-
quently. Stand back during bead seat. Keep hands,
arms, and entire body away from tire during this pro-
cedure (figure 25).
Tire beads should move outward and “pop” into their
bead seat position as pressure inside the tire
increases. If this does not happen, a problem exists.
Investigate carefully.
Figure 25 - Stand Back during Bead Seat
WARNING
DANGER

Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 13
Inflation
NEVER exceed tire manufacturer's recom-
mended air pressure. Tires can explode,
especially if inflated beyond these limits.
Use clip-on air chuck, keep hands, arms and
entire body back from inflating tire. Avoid
distraction during inflation. Check tire pres-
sure frequently to avoid over inflation.
Excessive pressure can cause tires to
explode, causing serious injury or death to
operator or bystander.
1. Make sure both beads are seated. When both
beads are seated, the tire is ready for inflation.
2. Replace the valve core if it was removed.
3. Depress the inflation pedal to position 2 to inflate
the tire. The pressure limiter will cycle the air flow as
described earlier. On most tires, the pressure limiter
will cease air flow at approximately 60 PSI. On smaller
volume tires the pressure may be higher.
4. Release air pressure from tire by pressing the
manual release valve button (inflation hose must be
attached to the valve stem, Figure 26). Never add or
adjust tire pressure using an air hose without a clip-on
air chuck and in-line valve. Do not use a hand-held style
chuck (figure 27).
5. Important: When inflating tires that require more
than 60 PSI, always use a safety cage and air hose with
a clip-on air chuck and in-line valve. The air hose must
have enough length between the chuck and the opera-
tion/in-line valve to allow the operator to stand outside
the trajectory.
Note: If you change tires defined as truck tires, they
must be inflated per OSHA instructions.
Figure 26 - Location of Manual Release Valve
Figure 27 - Do Not Use a Hand-held Style Air Chuck
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Never inflate tire
above
manufacturer's
recommended
pressure after bead
is seated.
DANGER
Explosion Hazard
Never exceed 40
PSI while seating
beads.
Remember R.I.M.
(see page iv and back cover)
DANGER
Manual Release Valve

14 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Stages of Inflation on a
Conventional Tire and Rim
Review these descriptions and diagrams carefully. Refer to them as
necessary during bead sealing, bead seating, and inflation to verify
that you are proceeding properly and safely.
Bead Sealing
Bead sealing is the process of capturing air pressure between the
tire and the rim. The tire will usually contain about 1/2 to 2 PSI at ini-
tial bead seal.
Bead Seating
Bead seating usually occurs on the long tapered side of the wheel
first and the shorter side last. Bead seating 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.
Most European import cars and many aftermarket alloy wheels are
very tight and can be difficult to bead seat. Also note that asymmet-
rical hump and run-flat tires are extremely difficult to bead seat.
Follow tire manufacturer’s recommended procedure for bead seating.
Inflation
After the beads are seated, the tire is ready to be inflated. Do not
inflate the tire above the manufacturer’s recommended pressure as
stamped on the tire sidewall. The typical inflation pressure for auto-
mobile tires is between 24 and 45 PSI. Light truck inflation pressure
typically covers a wider range.
Air flow through valve requires about
140 PSI air pressure drop to ensure
sufficient flow on difficult tires.
Usually last to “pop” is the mount side.
Requires visual
conformation of
bead seat.
Stand clear of the tire during bead seat and inflation.
Stand clear of the tire during inflation.
Requires rubber lubri-
cant on both upper
and lower beads.

Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions. • 15
Mismatched Tires and Wheels
Never attempt to mount and inflate mis-matched tires
and wheels.
Mismatched tire and wheel combinations can explode,
causing personal injury or death to operator and/or
bystanders.
DANGER
Half Size Tires
14.5, 15.5, 16.5, 17.5, etc.
Even Size Wheels
14.0, 15.0, 16.0, 17.0, etc.
15°
5°
Note the gap in sealing area
Bead may seal; but it
will not seat properly
Half Size Wheels
14.5, 15.5, 16.5, 17.5, etc.
Even Size Tires
14.0,15.0,16.0,17.0, etc.
Note 15° bead seat

16 • Important: Always read and follow the operating instructions.
Performance, Custom
and Aluminum Wheels
Only tire technicians with experience and
training on custom wheels should attempt
to service expensive custom alloy or alu-
minum wheels and high-performance low-
profile tires.
Pre-Operation Notes:
• Ensure all weights have been removed.
• Clamp wheel from the outside.
• Use ample lubricant for mount and demounting.
• Always review wheel nicks and/or scratches
with the owner before servicing.
Performance Tires and Wheels •
Demounting
Follow these instructions for performance type tires
and wheels, including run-flat tires and their associated
wheels, and asymmetrical hump wheels.
1. Remove valve core and completely deflate tire.
2. Pull the bead loosener shoe away from the
machine and roll the tire into position against the
bumper pads. Position the tire with the valve stem in
the 2 o’clock position (in direct line with the bead
loosener shoe). Always loosen the bead on the nar-
row/mounting side of the wheel first (figures 2 and 28).
Figure 28 - Position Tire for Bead Loosening
AA. Wheels with an asymmetrical hump have a larger
“ledge” type hump around the wheel except at the
valve hole making them more difficult to mount and
demount (figure 29). Always loosen the beads near the
valve stem on both sides of rim.
Figure 29 - Asymmetrical Hump Wheel
AB. Some wheels/tires have a low pressure sen-
sor/transmitter strapped to the wheel (figure 30). This
is especially true on run-flat tire/wheel systems. The
sensor is positioned directly opposite from the valve
stem. Other low pressure warning systems have the
sensor as part of the valve. To avoid damaging the sen-
sor, always loosen the top bead with the valve stem at
the 2 o’clock position first, then loosen the bottom
bead with the valve stem at the 2 o’clock position, and
then continue to loosen the remaining circumference
of the beads as necessary. Avoid loosening at 180 deg.
(opposite) the valve.
Figure 30 - Wheel with Low Pressure Sensor/Transmitter
3. Loosen bottom bead, starting with valve stem at
2 o‘clock position next to the loosener shoe (figure 31).
Figure 31 - Loosen Bottom Bead
CAUTION
Smooth
Hump At
Valve
Hole
Ledge
Hump -
Rest of
Wheel
Valve Stem
Sensor
Valve Stem