Hunter TCX56 - Getting Started; 1.1 Introduction and Purpose

Operation Instructions for TCX56/57 Tire Charger
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1. Getting Started
1.1 Introduction
1.1.a – PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL
The purpose of this manual is to provide the instructions necessary for optimum operation,
use and maintenance of your machine. If you sell this machine, please deliver this manual
to the new owner. In addition, so we can contact our customers with any necessary safety
information, please ask the new owner to complete and return to Hunter the change of
ownership form attached to the last page of this manual. Alternately, the new owner can
send an email to newuser@hunter.com.
This manual presumes that the technician has a thorough understanding of rim and tire
identication and service. He/she must also have a thorough knowledge of the operation and
safety features of all associated tools (such as the rack, lift, or oor jack) being utilized, and
have the proper hand and power tools necessary to work in a safe manner.
The rst section provides the basic information to safely operate the TCX56/57 tire changer
family. The following sections contain detailed information about equipment, procedures, and
maintenance. “Italics” are used to refer to specic parts of this manual that provide additional
information or explanation. For example, Refer to “Equipment Components” page 24. These
references should be read for additional information to the instructions being presented.
The owner of the tire changer is solely responsible for enforcing safety procedures and
arranging technical training. The tire changer is to be operated only by a qualied and trained
technician. Maintaining records of personnel trained is solely the responsibility of the owner
or management.
The TCX56/57 tire changer family is intended for mounting, demounting, and inating most
tires with an approximate dimension of 40 inches in diameter and 15 inches in width.
Copies of this manual and of the documents accompanying the machine may be obtained
from Hunter Engineering Company by specifying the type of machine and its serial number.
NOTICE: Design details are subject to change. Some illustrations may vary slightly in
appearance from the machine you have.”
An advanced operation section has been provided in “Advanced Procedures,” page 50.