Specifications

TC3500 Operation Instructions 2. Basic Procedures • 9
2. Basic Procedures
2.1 Bead Loosening (TC3500-SS Models only)
For bead loosening with rollers, refer to “2.3 Bead Loosening Standard Rim and
Tire,” page 13.
Remove valve stem core and deflate tire completely.
WARNING: All air pressure inside the tire must be removed before
proceeding. Never attempt to loosen the bead until all
air is removed from the tire. Failure to remove all air
from tire may result in injury to operator, or damage to
equipment, tire, or wheel.
Remove all weights from the rim to protect the rim and to extend life of the
mount/demount head.
Swing the bead breaker arm out and away from the housing.
Position the wheel against the side of the TC3500-SS, between the bead breaker
arm and the housing.
Swing the bead breaker arm toward the tire and position the blade two to three
inches from the edge of the rim on the sidewall of the tire.
Step down on the right pedal. The bead breaker arm will be pulled toward the
TC3500-SS to loosen the bead.
Lift and hold the right pedal up to disengage the bead breaker arm and then swing
the arm to the open position. Once the arm has been swung to the open position,
release the pedal.
If the bead has not completely loosened, rotate the wheel and repeat the bead
loosening procedure at a different area on the tire.
Turn the wheel and loosen the opposite bead using the same procedure.
2.2 Placing Wheel on TC3500
The “tulip arm clamping” design is truly exclusive in its versatility and ability to grip
wheels without damaging the surface finish.
Remove valve stem core and deflate tire completely (if not done previously).
WARNING: All air pressure inside the tire must be removed before
proceeding. Failure to remove all air from tire may result
in injury to operator or damage to equipment, tire, or
wheel.