Pittsburgh Bead Breaker Assembly instructions

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Specifications
Construction Steel
Tire Size Capacity 16″- 18″
Features Three adjustment holes for Bracket.
Dimensions 29-1/4″H x 23-3/4″W x 16″L
Net Weight 13-1/3 Lbs.

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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
When using Bead Breaker, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered
areas invite injuries.
2. Observe work area conditions.
Do not use Bead Breaker in damp
or wet locations. Don’t expose to
rain. Keep work area well lit.
3. Keep children away. Children
must never be allowed in the work
area. Do not let them handle Bead
Breaker, tools, or extension cords.
4. Store idle equipment. When
not in use, Bead Breaker must be
stored in a dry location to inhibit
rust. Always lock up Bead Breaker
and keep out of reach of children.
5. Use the right tool for the job. Do
not attempt to force a small tool or
attachment to do the work of a
larger industrial tool. There are
certain applications for which this
tool was designed. It will do the job
better and more safely at the rate
for which it was intended. Do not
modify this tool and do not use this
tool for a purpose for which it was
not intended.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry as they
can be caught in moving parts.
Protective, electrically non-
conductive clothes and non-skid

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footwear are recommended when
working. Wear restrictive hair
covering to contain long hair.
7. Use eye and ear protection.
Always wear ANSI approved
impact safety goggles when
working. Wear a full face shield if
you are producing metal filings.
Wear an ANSI approved dust mask
or respirator when working around
metal, wood, and chemical dusts
and mists.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. Do
not reach over or across running
machines.
9. Maintain tools with care. Keep
tools maintained and clean for
better and safer performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. The
handle must be kept clean, dry,
and free from oil and grease at all
times.
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are
doing, use common sense. Do
not operate any tool when you are
tired.
11. Check for damaged parts.
Before using any tool, any part
that appears damaged should be
carefully checked to determine
that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function.
Check for alignment and binding
of moving parts; any broken parts
or mounting fixtures; and any
other condition that may affect
proper operation. Any part that
is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by a qualified
technician.
12. Replacement parts and
accessories. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts will void the
warranty. Only use accessories
intended for use with this tool.
Approved accessories are available
from Harbor Freight Tools.
13. Do not operate tool if under
the influence of alcohol or
drugs. Read warning labels on
prescriptions to determine if your
judgment or reflexes are impaired
while taking drugs. If there is any
doubt, do not operate the tool.

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Assembly Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section
at the beginning of this document including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
NOTE: Assembly of Bead Breaker will
be easier if done on a worktable.
1. Insert T-Base (2) and Y-Base (14)
into Main Base Section (19).
2. Place Washers (3) and Bolts (20)
into T-Base and Y-Base.
3. Place Washers and
Locknuts (4) onto Bolts.
4. Tighten Locknuts.
Bolt (20)
Bolt (20)
Washer (3)
Washer (3) Locknut (4)
Locknut (4)
Main Base
Section (19)
Y-Base (14)
T-Base (2)
5. Place Handle (9) onto
Main Base Section.
6. Place Washer (3) and
Bolt (6) into Handle.
7. Place Washer and Locknut (4) onto Bolt.
8. Tighten Locknut.
Main Base
Section (19)
Bolt (6)
Washer (3)
Locknut (4)
Handle (9)

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9. Place Tire Stripping Device (11)
into Handle.
10. Place Washer (3) and
Bolt (7) into Handle.
11. Place Washer and Locknut (4) onto Bolt.
12. Tighten Locknut.
Bolt (7)
Washer (3) Washer (3)
Locknut (4) Handle (9)
Tire Stripping
Device (11)
Note: Main Base Section (19) has
three adjustment holes to choose
from when installing Brackets (8).
13. Place two Brackets onto each
side of Main Base Section.
14. Place Washer (3) and Bolt (7) through
Brackets and Main Base Section.
15. Place Washer and
Locknut (4) onto Bolt.
16. Tighten Locknut.
Note: Tire Stripping Device (11)
has two adjustment holes to choose
from when installing Brackets.
17. Place Washer (3) and Bolt (7) through
Brackets and Tire Stripping Device.
18. Place Washer and Locknut onto Bolt.
19. Tighten Locknut.
Main Base
Section (19)
Washer (3)
Washer (3)
Washer (3)
Washer (3)
Locknut (4)
Locknut (4)
Bolt (7)
Bolt (7)
Bracket (8)
Bracket (8)
Tire Stripping
Device (11)
Note: Tire Block (18) is adjustable.
20. Place Tire Block onto
Main Base Section.
21. Place Washer (16) and
Wing Bolt (17) through Tire Block.
22. Place Washer and Wing Nut (13)
onto Wing Bolt.
23. Tighten Wing Nut.
Main Base
Section (19)
Wing Bolt (17)
Washer (16)
Wing Nut (13)
Tire
Block (18)

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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning
of this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or
use of this product.
WARNING: Tires are usually pressurized. DO NOT break the bead on
any tire unless you have ensured that all pressure has been released
from tire. Do this by relieving or removing the valve in stem.
CAUTION! Tires sometimes contain fluids such as leak sealers. Use caution
when breaking bead to prevent any material in tire from getting in your face,
on equipment or otherwise injuring any person or causing property damage.
NOTICE: Do not force Bead Breaker if it is not
compatible to size of tire being worked on.
1. Remove wheel from vehicle.
2. Place Bead Breaker on
secure flat surface.
3. Place tire into Bead breaker.
4. Lift Handle (9) up and place
Tire Stripping Device (11) on tire bead.
5. Press Handle down to break
bead. If necessary, rotate wheel to
break bead around its edges.
6. Repeat this process on reverse side of
tire to completely loosen tire from rim.

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Maintenance and Servicing Instructions
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual
must be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. Periodically inspect Bead
Breaker for loose bolts, bent
or damaged components.
2. Regularly wipe down and clean Bead
Breaker to keep it in best condition.
3. Occasionally lubricate the many
hinge points of Bead Breaker with a
medium weight oil (not included).
4. When not in use, store Bead Breaker
in a dry place, protecting it from
wet or corrosive atmosphere.
5. Protect Bead Breaker from accidental
damage by placing it in a storage
area away from other work or traffic.

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS DOCUMENT AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER
OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE
BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR
THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE
MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS
REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS,
AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER 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.
Record Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts. Parts may not be
interchangeable. Specify UPC 193175446398 when ordering parts.

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Parts List and Diagram
Parts List
Part Description Qty
1 Plug 2
2 T-Base 1
3 Washer 12
4 Locknut 6
5 Plug 1
6 Bolt 1
7 Bolt 3
8 Bracket 2
9 Handle 1
10 Handle Cover 1
Part Description Qty
11 Tire Stripping Device 1
12 Pad 1
13 Wing Nut 1
14 Y-Base 1
15 Plug 1
16 Washer 2
17 Wing Bolt 1
18 Tire Block 2
19 Main Base Section 1
20 Bolt 2

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Diagram
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