Transport, Storage And Handling; Unpacking/Assembly - Cormach PUMA Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this manual is to furnish the owner and op-
erator with a set of practical, safe instructions for the use and
maintenance of the PUMA Master tyre changer.
Follow all the instructions carefully and your tyre changer will
assist you in your work and give lasting, eficient service in
keeping with CORMACH traditions.
The following points deine the levels of danger regarding
the machine, associated with the warning captions found in
this manual:
DANGER
Refers to immediate danger with the risk of serious injury
or death.
WARNING
Dangers or unsafe procedures that can cause serious
injury or death.
ATTENTION
Dangers or unsafe procedures that can cause minor
injuries or damage to property.
Read these instructions carefully before powering up the
machine. Conserve this manual and all illustrative material
supplied with the machine in a folder near the tyre changer
where it is readily accessible for consultation by the machine
operators.
The technical documentation supplied is considered an integral
part of the machine; in the event of sale all relative documenta-
tion must remain with the tyre changer.
The manual is only to be considered valid for the machine of
the model and with the serial number indicated on the name-
plate applied to it.
WARNING
Adhere to the contents of this manual: CORMACH de-
clines all liability in the case of uses of the machine not
speciically described.
WARNING
This machine can only be used properly by a skilled,
authorised operator capable of understanding the written
instructions provided by its producer and those of the
tyres and wheel rims. Operators must also be trained
and familiar with the safety rules. Use of the machine
by inappropriate staff may involve serious risks for the
operator and for the inal user of the product processed
(the wheel rim and tyre assembly).
NOTE
Some of the illustrations in this manual have been taken from
photographs of prototypes: standard production machines may
vary in some respects.
These instructions are for the attention of persons with basic
mechanical skills. We have therefore omitted detailed descrip-
tions of procedures such as how to loosen or tighten the ixing
devices on the machine. Do not attempt to perform operations
unless properly qualiied and with suitable experience. In case
of need, contact an authorised Service Centre for assistance.

TRANSPORT, STORAGE AND HANDLING

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onditions for transporting the maChine
The tyre changer must be transported in its original packing
and maintained in the position shown on the packing itself.
- Packaging dimensions:
• width ....................................................................1320 mm
• depth ......................................................................760 mm
• height ...................................................................1830 mm
- Weight of wooden packaging:
• version with wheel lift ............................................ 320 kg
• version with wheel lift + GT .................................. 335 kg
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mbient Conditions for transport and storage of the maChine
Temperature: -25° ÷ +55°C.
WARNING
To avoid damage, never place other items on top of the
packaging.
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To move the packaging, insert the forks of a pallet truck in the
channels provided in the base of the pallet (1 ig. 1).
For instructions on moving the machine, refer to the LIFTING/
HANDLING section.
ATTENTION
Keep the original packaging for use if the equipment has
to be transported again in the future.

UNPACKING/ASSEMBLY

WARNING
Carry out the unpacking, assembly, lifting and installation
operations described below with care.
Failure to comply with these recommendations may dam-
age the machine and put the operator's safety at risk.
- Remove the top part of the cardboard packaging. Make
sure that the machine has not been damaged in transit, and
identify the points at which it is anchored to the pallet (2 ig.
1), ready to remove the machine.
- The machine comprises ive main sections (ig.2a):
1. Body with pedal unit and turntable.
2. Column with bead breaking unit and tool arm.
3. Air tank (GT version only).
4. Wheel lift (Optional).
5. Bead presser (Optional).
- Remove the packaging from the air tank and/or any optional
units, and place them in a position where they cannot fall
over and be damaged.
- Reassemble the tool drive cylinder D.20x400 as shown in
igure 7a; the cylinder is shipped strapped to the arm.
- Screw back on the bracket which supports the bead breaker
drive unit (ig. 7b).
- Fit the wheel lift (ig. 7d) using the three screws.
- Connect the tank union to the air connection pipeline pro-
vided, securing it with a band clamp. Secure the air tank
to the machine using the bracket provided, with screws (A)
and nuts (B) (ig.2a) (GT version only).
- Position the drawer units and rear tool tray using the screws
as shown in igure 7c.
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