TSI Instruments Cheetah CH-5 User manual

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Cheetah® Bead Seater
CH-5 & FCH-5 & CH-10
Includes AL & CRN models
Revised: April 2022

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Overview
• WARNING: CHEETAH® TANKS BLAST AIR AT A HIGH RATE.
• Personal Protective Equipment (Safety goggles, gloves, non-skid shoes and hearing
protection are suggested).
• NEVER TRANSPORT OR STORE A CHARGED TANK - Accidental discharge could cause
serious injury or damage
• Use proper body positioning.
• Always keep work clean, uncluttered, and well lit. Do Not work on a slippery oor surface.
• Keep bystanders out of the work area while operating.
• Never point an air tool at people or animals.
• Detach from air supply and release all air pressure before installing, removing or adjusting
any accessory on this tool or performing maintenance. Failure to do so could result in injury.
• Do not open the Cheetah® Bead Seater air release valve when connecting the air supply
hose. When the Cheetah® Bead Seater is not in use, discharge air from tank. Store with valve
open in a clean, dry location.
• If the unit appears damaged in any way, is missing parts, or operates abnormally, it shall be
removed from service immediately. All units that have been dropped, impacted suddenly,
or dented should be removed from service
The CH-5 Cheetah® Bead Seater accommodates wheels from 4” to 24.5”. This includes
passenger and light truck tires and most commercial truck tires.
The CH-10 Cheetah® Bead Seater accommodates passenger and light truck tires, commercial
truck and some implement tires.
Safety Instructions
Fig. 1
Handle
Fill Valve
Pressure Gauge
Threaded Barrel
and Lock Nut
Pipe Nipple and
Discharge Valve
Safety Release
Valve

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Verify receiving all the parts described in this instruction. Assemble as shown in Fig. 2 thru Fig 8.
Setup Instructions
Fig. 2 Fig. 3
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
To install the discharge valve and threaded barrel use a large pipe wrench or a large
socket wrench. Tighten so air doesn’t leak out of the tting. Use Teon tape where
applicable. Put some air in the tank and use soapy water to check tting connections for
air leaks. Tighten them as necessary.
In Fig. 6, tighten the lock nut ensuring the channel side of the threaded barrel is facing
up as shown in Fig. 5. If the safety release valve in Fig 7. comes loose tighten it as shown.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE SAFETY RELEASE. Excessive pressure could cause tank
to rupture causing serious injury or death.
Note position
of discharge
valve handle.
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
Note: This
end up

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Operational Instructions
If the pressure gauge becomes loose, tighten it
with a wrench as shown in Fig. 8 and test for air
leaks with soapy water.
Fig. 8
TSI suggests using a quick-disconnect tting (not included) on the air line to attach the air line
to the valve stem. Remove valve stem core from wheel. Set aside to replace later after bead is
seated.
Lubricate tire beads and rim anges with approved tire lubricant.
As shown in Fig. 9 positioning a wheel on the tire stand to elevate both the tire and rim.
Connect the air hose to valve stem in Fig. 10. You may have to thread the air line through the rim
center if the valve stem is facing the ground. In most cases, the wide ange of the wheel should
be facing up.
The lower tire bead must be resting on the wheel bead-seat area. This alignment is very
important to ensure the tire will capture the air blast within the tire cavity.
Now you are ready to seat the tire bead onto the rim.
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
IMPORTANT: Prepare each wheel by cleaning
the rim. Dirt on the rim can create ying debris
from the rush of air going into the tire.

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Firmly hold Cheetah® tank as shown in Fig. 12. Lean forward slightly to hold it in position. Point
the threaded barrel down into the tire as shown in Fig. 13. Usually this is a 45 degree angle, but
will vary from one tire to another. Open valve on air hose.
Gather your footing, hold one hand onto the Cheetah® handle and the other on the discharge
valve lever. Fully open the discharge valve lever quickly releasing all the air into the tire, lifting
the bead. See Fig 11-A.
Once the bead fully moves into position close the air supply valve. Remove the hose locking
chuck from the valve stem and replace valve stem core. With experience you will recognize lling
the tank to capacity isn’t necessary. The amount of air to seat the bead depends on the tire. Most
tires can be seated between 40 PSI- 100 PSI. Several attempts to seat the bead may be necessary.
Make sure the valve stem core is rmly tightened in place. You are now ready to place the tire
into a tire cage and proceed to inate the tire to manufacturer’s tire pressure requirements.
Check for leaks and if necessary repeat process. If none are present, place valve cap on valve stem
and wipe off excess lubricant.
Operational Instructions
NOTE: It is not always necessary to ll the tank to maximum pressure. The required pressure
will vary depending on the size and type of tire. It is best to begin with lower pressure and work
up to optimum pressure for your specic tire.
Never exceed 120 PSI (Safety release valve is set to 120 PSI).
Fig. 11-A
OPEN
CLOSED
Fig. 12 Fig. 13
Fig. 11-B

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Dimensions
Maintenance
To ensure the highest level of performance and operator safety, each Cheetah® tank should
be inspected regularly for signs of damage due to wear, accidental impact from drops or other
shop wear and tear or storage conditions. Inspection of the tank both external/internal and
replacement is the ideal approach to insure optimum user safety. Safety related input from our
tank manufacturers suggest replacement after 5 years in service.
• Daily: Inspect the pressure gauge (Part# 01.106) and Safety Release Valve (Part #05.102).
Visually inspect the exterior of the tank for rust or deterioration.
• Monthly: Pull the ring of the safety release valve to ensure the valve moves freely and isn't
restricted.
• Every six (6) months: Visually inspect the interior of the tank for rust or deterioration by
removing the discharge valve and threaded barrel. Shine a light into the tank to improve
visability.
• Storage and Drain: The Cheetah® should be stored by hanging from the handle with the
valve open. This allows any moisture to drain from the tank when the Cheetah® is not in use.
It also protects the barrel and other attachments on the Cheetah® from damage.
• Discontinue use of tanks should any of the maintenance items need service. Contact your
Distributor or TSI at 800-223-4540 or 602-437-5020 for replacement parts or units.
The (5) year service is based upon safety related input from our tank manufacturer. Following
the maintenance inspection protocol and good judgment of the user, should be the nal
determination of the unit’s safety and need for replacement. Under NO circumstances should
you use a tank with signs of deterioration, damage or malfunction safety valves or gauges.
Use genuine Cheetah® TSI replacement parts. Use of non-cheetah parts will void the warranty.
Under no circumstances should items be welded or attached to the tank.
TSI Cheetah® warranty does not cover a dropped tank or damage resulting from dropping the
unit. Any tank that has been dropped or shows sign of damage should be immediately removed
from service.
Model Length Width Height Shipping Wt.
CH-5 18” 14” 14” 30 lbs
CH-5 AL 18” 14” 14” 18 lbs
CH-10 24” 16” 15” 46 lbs
CH-10 AL 24” 16” 15” 29 lbs

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes
ID Item # Description
2 01.104 Nipple 1.5”
3 02.102 Discharge Valve, CH-5
4 02.107 Lock Nut for CH-5 Barrel
5 02.103 Threaded Barrel, CH-5
6 01.106-200 Air Pressure Gauge 1/4 NPT 200 PSI
7 01.107 Reducer, Bushing 3/4 x 1/4
8 03.104 Elbow 1/4 NPT M x 1/4 NPT F x 90 Street Brass
9 05.102 Valve, Safety Release 120psi
10 01.230 Handle & Nut Only For Cheetah Discharge Valves
11 04.103 Valve, Ball Silver/Black
12 12607 Rubber Feet For Bead Seater
12 12608 Screw for Rubber Feet
ID Item # Description
2 02.104 Nipple 2”
3 03.102 Discharge Valve, CH-10
4 03.107 Lock Nut for CH-10 Barrel
5 03.103 Threaded Barrel, CH-10
6 01.106-200 Air Pressure Gauge 1/4 NPT 200 PSI
7 01.107 Reducer, Bushing 3/4 x 1/4
8 03.104 Elbow 1/4 NPT M x 1/4 NPT F x 90 Street Brass
9 05.102 Valve, Safety Release 120psi
10 01.230 Handle & Nut Only For Cheetah Discharge Valves
11 04.103 Valve, Ball Silver/Black
12 12607 Rubber Feet For Bead Seater
12 12608 Screw for Rubber Feet
CH-5 Replacement Parts
CH-10 Replacement Parts

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Optional Items
The magnum barrels provide optimum air dispersion for larger diameter wheels. The curved tube
has holes in it for direct air ow into the tire
Magnum I (CH-5) Item #02.106 Magnum II (CH-10) Item #03.106
Shelf Item #TI-87
Tire Stand Item #01.111
Tire Wedge Item #01.110
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