Special Tools; Inflation - Corghi A 224 Manuel D'utilisation

Press the table top control pedal to turn
the table clockwise and mount the bead.
Use the drop centre by pressing the
sidewall opposite the head to reduce
tensional force on the bead as the wheel
rotates (fig.20).
- Once you have mounted the bottom bead,
repeat the same steps for the upper bead
(fig.21).
- Tilt the tower back, free the wheel and
take it off the tyre changer.

Special tools

To facilitate mounting/demounting of low-
profile tyres, it is advisable to use the bead
presser pliers (optional accessory).
A 224 - A 224 TI
WARNING
Tyre inflation is a dangerous operation.
Always inflate tyres in the strictest obser-
vance of the following instructions.
ATTENTION
During this stage of operations noise levels
of 85 dB(A) may be present. We recom-
mend that the operator wears hearing
protectors.
WARNING
During the bead insertion and inflation
procedure, safety goggles and ear defend-
ers must be worn.
DANGER
The machine, even if it limits pressure,
does not provide sufficient protection
against exploding tyres during inflation.
Failure to observe the following instruc-
tions will make tyre inflation extremely
dangerous.
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DANGER
USERS MUST ABSOLUTELY NEVER ex-
ceed the pressure recommended by the
tyre manufacturer. Tyres may explode
if inflated beyond these limits or the
structures may incur serious damage not
visible at the time. KEEP THE HANDS
AND BODY WELL CLEAR OF THE TYRE
DURING INFLATION. Make sure you are
well concentrated during this stage of
operations and make frequent checks
on the tyre pressure to avoid the risk of
excess inflation. Exploding tyres can cause
serious injury or death.
- Release the wheel from the sliding clamps
on the table top.
- Bring the horizontal arm to the fully ex-
tended position.

INFLATION

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