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Hunter TCX56 User Manual

Hunter TCX56
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©Copyright 2009-2012 Hunter Engineering Company
Code 4-132467 01/15
TCX56/57
Tire Changer Family
Operating Instructions
TCX 57
Leverless version
TCX 56
Standard version

Table of Contents

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Hunter TCX56 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHunter
ModelTCX56
CategoryTyre Changers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

EC Declaration of Conformity

Getting Started

1.1 Introduction and Purpose

Explains the manual's objective, scope, and intended audience for operation and maintenance.

1.2 Safety Information

Details crucial safety precautions and potential hazards associated with machine operation.

Hazard Definitions

Defines symbols used to identify hazardous situations and their potential consequences.

1.3 General Warnings and Instructions

Provides essential operational warnings, instructions, and guidelines for safe use.

Electrical indications

Details electrical safety, power requirements, and potential fire hazards.

Specific Precautions/Power Source

Outlines specific electrical safety, power source requirements, and installation guidelines.

Equipment installation and service

Describes proper installation procedures and mandates service by authorized personnel only.

Equipment specification

Lists technical specifications, including electrical and mechanical details of the machine.

Explanations of symbols

Defines symbols commonly found on the equipment and within the manual.

1.3.b. Air Pressures

Specifies safe air pressure limits and proper usage during tire inflation.

1.4 Special Rim/Tire Considerations

Advises on handling specific rim and tire designs, including low pressure sensors.

1.5 Intended Use of The Machine

Defines the machine's proper application for tire service and its limitations.

1.6 Employee Training

Mandates comprehensive training requirements for safe operation and maintenance.

1.7 Pre-Use Checks

Lists essential checks to be performed before operating the machine for safety.

1.8 During Use

Provides instructions for safe operation, identifying issues, and emergency shutdown.

1.9 Control Pedal Configurations

Identifies and explains the function of the machine's various control pedals.

1.10 Wheel Rotation Pedal

Describes the operation of the wheel rotation pedal for clockwise and counter-clockwise movement.

1.11 Tire Bead Breaker Shovel control

Details the safe operation of the bead breaker shovel arm and associated warnings.

1.12 Wheel Clamping Pedal

Explains the operation of the wheel clamping pedal for securing rims.

1.13 Column Rotation Pedal

Describes the function of the column rotation and tilt pedals.

1.14 Air Inflation Pedal

Details the operation of the air inflation system and associated explosion hazards.

1.15 Moving Parts

Highlights hazards associated with the machine's moving components, emphasizing crush risks.

1.16 Inflator and Pressure Limiter

Explains the function of the pressure limiter and safe inflation practices for tires.

1.17 Mount / Demount Head

Describes the mount/demount head and the crush hazards associated with its operation.

1.18 Equipment Components

Identifies and labels key components of the TCX56 and TCX57 tire changers.

1.19 Bead Press System (BPS) Components

Details the functional parts of the Bead Press System (BPS) for advanced operations.

Decal Placement

Basic Procedures

2.1 Bead Breaking

Explains the procedure for safely breaking tire beads from the rim.

2.2 Placing Wheel on Tire Changer

Describes how to properly position and clamp wheels onto the tire changer turntable.

Clamping the Wheel from Inside of Rim - Steel Rims

Details the process for clamping steel wheels from the inside of the rim.

Clamping the Wheel from Outside of Rim - Alloy Rims

Details the process for clamping alloy wheels from the outside of the rim.

2.3 Demounting Standard Tire from Rim

Explains the step-by-step process for removing a standard tire from a rim.

Plastic protectors bead lever

Notes the use of plastic protectors with the bead lever for rim protection.

TCX57 - LEVERLESS MOUNTING HEAD

Details specific procedures and indications for the leverless mounting head.

Top Bead Demounting

Explains the procedure for demounting the upper bead of a tire.

Difficult Tires

Provides guidance and techniques for demounting challenging tire types.

Precautionary Notes

Offers important warnings and tips for successful tire mounting and demounting.

Bottom Bead Demounting with Tool Head

Describes the process for demounting the bottom bead using a tool head.

Bottom Bead Demounting with Disc

Explains demounting the bottom bead using the lower disc attachment.

2.4 Alternate Procedure

Presents alternative methods for tire demounting operations.

Using the Bead Lever

Details an alternate demounting procedure using the bead lever tool.

2.5 Mounting Standard Tire to Rim

Explains the standard procedure for mounting a tire onto a rim.

2.6 Mounting of difficult tires: low profile or Run-Flat tires

Provides specific steps for mounting challenging low profile or Run-Flat tires.

2.7 Match Mounting

Describes the procedure for match mounting tires to ensure optimal balance.

2.8 Tire Inflation

Details the correct and safe procedure for inflating tires.

Special procedure

Outlines specific steps for addressing tire inflation issues, like seating problems.

2.9 Removal of Wheel from Tire Changer

Explains how to release the clamped wheel from the tire changer.

2.10 Clamping Jaw Extensions AR46N

Describes the use and configuration of clamping jaw extensions for different wheel sizes.

Advanced Procedures

3.1 Advanced Bead Breaking Procedures

Details advanced techniques for breaking tire beads on various rims.

Bead Breaking “AH” Wheels

Explains specific bead breaking procedures for 'AH' or Asymmetrical Hump wheels.

3.2 Advanced Demounting Procedures (for TCX56)

Covers advanced tire demounting techniques, especially for stiff sidewalls.

Demounting Tire from Rim Using the Bead Lever Tool without the Plastic Sleeve Protector

Describes demounting stiff tire sidewalls using the bead lever without protection.

Demounting Upper Bead

Explains the detailed process for removing the upper tire bead.

Demounting Lower Bead

Details the procedure for removing the lower tire bead.

3.3 Advanced Mounting Procedures

Provides advanced steps and considerations for mounting tires.

3.4 Standard Mount/Demount Head Assembly

Describes the assembly, changing, and calibration of mount/demount heads.

Checking Mount/Demount Head Calibration

Explains how to verify the calibration of the mount/demount head.

Set Position of Steel Mount/Demount Head on Hex Shaft

Details the procedure for setting the position of the steel mount/demount head.

For Plastic Heads

Provides specific calibration and setup instructions for plastic mount/demount heads.

Set Position of Plastic Mount/Demount Head on Hex Shaft

Details the procedure for setting the position of the plastic mount/demount head.

Adjust the Offset of Lock Mechanism – Steel and Plastic Heads

Explains how to adjust the offset of the locking mechanism on heads.

3.5 Mount/Demount Head Assembly

Covers the assembly and calibration of the mount/demount head.

Mount/Demount Head Calibration

Details the factory pre-calibration and recommended double-checking process.

Horizontal Adjustment of the Tool Head

Explains how to adjust the tool head for perfect horizontal alignment.

Radial Adjustment of the Tool Head

Details the procedure for adjusting the radial position of the tool head.

Adjusting the Vertical Gap

Describes how to check and adjust the vertical gap between the tool head and rim.

Adjusting the Horizontal Gap

Explains how to check and adjust the horizontal gap of the tool head.

Maintenance

4.1 Maintenance Schedule

Details daily, weekly, and periodic maintenance tasks for the tire changer.

4.2 Maintenance and Replacement Parts

Lists recommended maintenance parts, their numbers, and replacement guidelines.

Glossary

5.1 Rim Diagram

Illustrates and defines the various parts and dimensions of a wheel rim.

5.2 Illustrations of Various Rim Designs

Shows visual examples of different rim types and their characteristics.

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