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A. Tyre fitted to wheel

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Do not store upright... 

NOTE: If storing the wheels upright cannot be avoided, the inflation pressure must be increased to 3.5 bar.
Fig 1: Caution For Storing Wheels And Tires (1 Of 3)
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... but rather hang... 

Fig 2: Caution For Storing Wheels And Tires (2 Of 3)
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... or stack. 

NOTE: Never store tires on the ground.
Use a wooden palette or similar.
Fig 3: Caution For Storing Wheels And Tires (3 Of 3)
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