® Manual Tire Changing Systems OWNERS MANUAL MODEL #T600 (38600) CENTER POST TIRE CHANGING SYSTEMBENCH MOUNT/RIM CLAMP ADAPTER For use on tires size 4 ” to 12 ” MODEL #T601 (38601) CENTER POST TIRE CHANGING SYSTEMFLOOR MODEL For use on tires size 4 ” to 15 ” CAUTION: Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully. Sold exclusively by Ken-Tool, Akron, OH 44305, U.S.A. Form No.
Manual Tire Changing Systems Bench Mount Model #T600 (38600) Floor Model #T601 (38601) Table of Contents Safety Precautions Page 3 Parts List Page 4 Parts Illustration Page 4 Assembly Instructions Page 5 Instructions for Operation: Section Section Section Section 1a) 1b) 2) 3) Breaking the Bead Using the Bench Mount Model Breaking the Bead Using the Floor Mount Model Demounting the Tire from the Rim Mounting the Tire to the Rim Page Page Page Page 6 6 7 11 Maintenance and Care Page 15 Warran
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CHANGING SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZE TIRES READ ENTIRE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE YOU CHANGE TIRES WITH THIS UNIT. WARNING: If you don’t know how to use tire-changing tools – STOP! Tire changing should only be done by trained persons. Improper tire changing can result in injury or death. Here are some safety rules to follow for using this tire machine, tire tools and equipment: 1.
Parts List/Illustration Bench Mount Model #38600 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) One One One One One One One One One One One (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) Main Body Hand Held Bead Breaker Bearing Guide Lug-Type Wheel Hold-Down Plate 6" Sleeve 3" Sleeve Round Nut Tire Snake #34672 ATV Hold-Down Plate and Pin Shaft Support Barrel Instruction Manual Floor Model #38601 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) One (1) Main Body One (1) Parts Bag Which Includes: Instruction Manual Three (3) 3/8
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Center Post Tire Changing System Bench Mount Model #38600 1. Remove and locate all parts from the box using the parts list. If you are missing a component, please contact Ken-Tool customer service at 330/535-7177. 2. bolt tire Secure unit to a suitable work surface. Utilize holes in base to down using bolts no smaller than 1/2”, or clamp in a rim-clamp machine. Do not use wood screws. 3. Extend the threaded mounting shaft to full height by turning counterclockwise until it stops.
Instructions for Use Section 1) To break the bead from the rim on all wheel and tire sizes Before you start: Read all safety precautions. Use tire lubricant whenever mounting or demounting tires. Totally deflate the tire before attempting to break the bead. Remove the valve core and probe for any obstacles which may prevent air from escaping. Section 1a) Breaking the Bead using the Bench Mount Model #T600 1. To break the bead from the rim, lay the tire flat on the floor or other suitable work surface.
Section 2) Demounting the Tire from the Rim using either the Bench Mount Model #T600 or the Floor Mount Model #T601 (unless noted). A. 5/8” and larger straight axle wheels: 1. After the bead of the tire has been broken away from the wheel (see section 1), place the tire/rim assembly over the threaded mounting shaft with the valve stem facing up. 2. Install the bearing guide with angle side down (see diagram) to center wheel on threaded center post. 3.
B. 5/8” and 3/4” bearing wheel types: 1. After the bead of the tire has been broken away from the wheel (see section 1), place the tire/rim assembly over the threaded mounting shaft with the valve stem facing up. 2. Install the bearing guide with recess side down to prevent bearing damage (see diagram). 3. Place one or both spacer sleeves over post and secure with round nut. Hand tighten only. Caution: Do not use machine without spacer sleeves.
Hold-down Plate C. Four-lug and Five-lug wheel types (12” and smaller): 1. After the bead of the tire has been broken away from the wheel (see section 1), place the tire/rim assembly over the center post with the valve stem facing up. Approximately center the rim on the three fins. Install the hold-down plate with the pin facing down through any lug hole (see diagram). Turn the wheel clockwise until the pin of the hold-down plate contacts the nearest fin, centering the wheel.
D. Four-lug and Five-lug wheel types for Passenger Car and Light Trucks: 1. After the bead of the tire has been broken away from the wheel (see section 1), place the tire/rim assembly over the center post with the valve stem facing up. Approximately center the rim on the three fins. 2. Install the hold-down plate with the pin facing down through any lug hole. Turn the wheel clockwise until the pin of the hold-down plate contacts the nearest fin, centering the wheel.
E. Photo A: Demount Photo B: Demount Photo C: Demount ATV Deep Dish Rims 1. After the bead of the tire has been broken away from the wheel (see section 1), place the tire/rim assembly over the center post with the valve stem facing up. 2. Place the 3/8” pin through any lug hole of the ATV wheel and turn Bearing Guide, the Tapered Side Down wheel clockwise until the pin contacts the nearest fin, centering the wheel on the machine. Install the ATV mounting plate.
6. After the first bead has been demounted, pull the tire up toward the top bead, place the flat end of the demounting bar between the second bead of the tire and the rim as before and repeat the removal process. Bearing Guide, Recessed Side Down Section 3) Mounting the Tire to the Rim A. 5/8” and larger straight axle wheels: 1. Place the rim over the center post with the valve stem facing up. 2. Install the bearing guide with angle side down (see diagram) to center wheel on threaded center post.
5. B. To mount the second bead, follow the same procedures. Place your left hand flat agasinst the sidewall of the tire, pushing down to keep bead below the drop-center (smallest diameter of the rim). See photo C, p. 12. 5/8” and 3/4” bearing wheel types: 1. Place the rim over the center post with the valve stem facing up. 2. Install the bearing guide with recess side down to prevent bearing damage (see diagram ). This centers the wheel on the threaded center post.
C. Four-lug and Five-lug wheel types (12” and smaller): 1. Place the rim over the center post with the valve stem facing up. 2. Install the hold-down plate with the pin facing down through any lug hole (see diagram). Turn the wheel clockwise until the pin of the hold-down plate contacts the nearest fin, centering the wheel. Place one or both spacer sleeves over post and secure with round nut. Hand tighten only. Caution: do not use machine without spacer sleeves.
2. Install the hold-down plate with the pin facing down through any lug hole (see diagram). Turn the wheel clockwise until the pin of the hold-down plate contacts the nearest fin, centering the wheel. Place the shaft support barrel over the threaded rod and secure with round nut. Hand tighten only. 3. Once the rim is securely held in place, apply adequate amount of Bead-Eze® (or similar tire lubricant) to the tire bead. Do not use flammable materials when servicing tires and wheels.
Maintenance and Care of your Tire Changing System 1. Routinely oil the threaded center any general purpose oil. post with 2. As you use your tire changing threaded center post may turn and the main body. You will have to return to its proper height. system, the retract into unscrew it to 3. Routinely check tightness of mounting bolts to ensure tire changing system is securely fastened. 4. Worn parts should be replaced. See replacement parts list for ordering information.
