Wheel and Tire Replacement 8000 SRM 707
Remove Wheel From Tire
NOTE: When you disassemble the wheels, see Figure 46. There are several types of wheels used on these
series of lift trucks.
WARNING
Keep tire tool
s in firm contact with the wheel. If the tool slips, it can move with enough force to
cause serious
injury.
STEP 1.
Put wheel rim o
n bed of press. Put cage in position
on tire. Use p
ress to push tire away from side flange.
STEP 2.
Put tire tool into slot between lock ring and wheel
rim. Remove lock ring and side flange.
STEP 3.
Turn tire over. Put a support under wheel rim. Make
sure wheel rim is at least 150 to 200 mm (6 to 8 in.)
from bed of press.
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