5-Gallon Air Bead Seater Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use This Ironton 5-Gallon Air Bead Seater seats tough beads on ATVs and most truck tires, and can be used as a regular air tank. Technical Specifications Property Max. air pressure Air tank ASME certified tank Specification 120PSI 25ft. 5 gallon Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage.
Do not allow the air bead seater to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated and contact will cause electrical shock. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow children to handle the air bead seater. ⚠WARNING PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the air bead seater. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
Specific Operation Warnings ⚠WARNING Do not exceed the maximum rated pressure. Wear ANSI Z871. Compliant safety goggles, hearing protection, and heavy duty gloves. Only use an air compressor rated to fill the tank. Be sure the area is clear of bystanders or hazardous materials before operating. Never store or transport a charged bead blaster. Always charge before use and discharge after use.
2. Open the air intake valve (#7) to fill the air tank (#1) to the desired air pressure. Once this pressure has been reached, as indicated by the pressure gauge (#6), close the air intake valve (#7). Note: It’s not always necessary to fill the tank to capacity. Some tires can be seated with as little as 20 PSI (Fig.2). 3. Disconnect the air supply line from the fill valve (#8) (Fig.2). Horizontal positioning for tire / rim 1. Remove the valve stem core from the wheel.
2. Position the tire and rim on the tire stand (not provided) so that the lower side wall of the tire is slightly off the floor (Fig.3). 3. Make sure to seat the lower tire bead onto the rim. 4. Before seating the bead, make sure the tank flange (#5) is facing up. Rotate the tank to this position, if necessary, before continuing (Fig.4). 5. Point the threaded barrel (#4) down into the tire (as shown on the right) at approximately 45 degrees. Use the channel on the nozzle to grab the rim.
Maintenance Maintain your air tank and bead seater. 1. Check the air bead seater regularly for damage or signs of wear and make sure that the tank is inspected on an annual basis. Note: Never tighten or loosen fittings when the air bead seater is charged. 2. Be sure to check the following: Ensure that there are no cracks in the tank or fittings. Make sure that the tank is not damaged or bent and there are no obstructions to the tank. 3. Drain the air bead seater regularly.
Parts Diagram Parts List Reference Description Quantity 1 Air Tank 1 2 Air Release Valve 1 3 Air Release Handle 1 4 Threaded Barrel 1 5 Tank Flange 1 6 Pressure Gauge 1 7 Air Intake Valve 1 8 Fill Valve 1 9 Safety Relief Valve 1 10 Handle 1 Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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