Maintenance Precautions
Tire Maintenance
� Explosive separation of a tire and/or rim
parts can cause serious injury or death.
Always follow the service outlet or see your
tire supplier.
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Special tools and procedures are required
to change tires. To do it safely, it must be
done correctly.
Changing tires is a job better done by your
tire service company.
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Always maintain the correct tire pressure.
Do not inflate the tires above the
recommended pressure.
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Inspect tires and wheels daily. Do not
operate with low pressure, cuts, bubbles,
damaged rims.
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A rise in tire pressure during operation is
normal, and should NOT be reduced.
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When adding air to a tire, do so from
a distance. Use a long hose with self-
attaching chuck. Always stand behind
tread when adjusting tire pressure.
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Do not inflate tires with flammable gases or
from systems utilizing an alcohol injector.
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Never cut or weld on a wheel with an
inflated tire mounted on it. This could cause
explosive decompression.
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Tires are to be repaired only by an
authorized person using the proper
procedures and safety equipment. New
or replacement tires and wheels should
always be checked for proper size before
mounting.
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Always use a safety cage or cable restraints
when reinflating a repaired tire.
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