PREVOST X3-45 Multiplex User Manual

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Demounting of
tubeless tires
4-6
NOTICE: Not all tire mounting/
demounting machines work
alike.
Be sure to read the operating
or instruction manual for your
particular machine before
attempting to mount or
demount tires.
Remove the valve core from the valve stem to ensure complete
deflation. Place wheel on machine and position tool so flat end
can be driven between tire bead and rim flange. Straighten tool
to a vertical position until bead is separated from wheel.
Repeat procedure at intervals until bead is totally separated
from wheel. Repeat procedure on other side of tire. Tire is now
ready for demounting. Lubricate the tire bead.
Insert curved end of tire tools between tire and wheel, approxi-
mately 10 inches apart. Pull one tool toward center of wheel,
then pull second tool in the same manner. To free bead, leave
one tool in position, take out and reinsert the other tool,
curved end between bead and flange, a short distance from
the spanned area. Pry bead free of rim, repeating process until
entire bead is free from wheel.
Insert straight end of tire tool between beads and both rim
flanges, hooking stop on the tool over second flange. Position
inserted tool at 90
° angle to tire assembly at top of wheel and
lubricate bead areas on both sided of tool. Lean tire assembly
toward tool and rock or bounce to pry off the tire.
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Recommendations for
demounting tubeless
tires (continued)
1. When hand demounting tires from wheels, placing aluminum wheels on a clean wooden floor or
rubber mat is recommended. Remove valve core/air from tire wheel assembly prior to removal from
vehicle. Additional care should be used when demounting Alcoa Dura-Bright
®
surface treated wheels
since minor nicks and scratches can not be polished out (see Section 3-15, for specific cautions, care
and maintenance procedures).
2. Always use a rubber, leather-faced or plastic mallet.
3. Keep tire tools smooth. Use them with care. Rim gouges or nicks may cause cracks.
4. If using a tire mounting/demounting machine on aluminum wheels, care should be taken to pre-
vent gouging the wheel.

PREVOST X3-45 Multiplex Specifications

General

Length	45 ft
Width	102 in
Engine	Volvo D13
Horsepower	500 hp
GVWR	54, 000 lbs
Height	146 in
Sleeping Capacity	Varies based on floor plan
Water Capacity	Varies based on floor plan