Mounting The Wheel - Mondolfo Ferro AS 924 Manual De Uso

8.6. MOUNTING THE WHEEL

EXPLOSION HAZARD. Always check that the tyre/rim combination is correct in terms
of compatibility (tubeless tyre on tubeless rim, tyre with inner tube on rim for inner
tube) and geometric dimensions (keying diameter, transversal cross-section width,
Off-set and shoulder profile) before mounting.
AVOID THE RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN FATAL INJURY.
Also check that the rims are not deformed, that their fastening holes have not be-
come oval in shape, that there is no sign of deposits or rust and that there are no
sharp burrs on the valve holes.
Check that the tyre is in a good condition and there is no sign of damage.
- Before you start with tyre mounting opera-
tions, lubricate the beads (fig.27).
Lubricated beads require less force to
mount/seat and are protected against tor-
sional damage.
- Check that the tyre is in good condition with
no sign of damage.
- Place the tyre over the rim and tilt the column
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to the working position
the bottom bead (fig.28) beneath the right
hand side of the mount/demount head.
Press the turntable drive pedal to turn the
turntable
and proceed with mounting. Use the drop
centre by pressing the sidewall opposite the
head to reduce tensional force on the bead
as the wheel rotates (fig.28).
28 - Once you have mounted the bottom bead,
repeat the same steps for the upper bead
27
. Position
in a clockwise direction
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