Removal - upper bead

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Unseat bead if possible with unseating roller (1) from rim flange.

Note position of sensor - do not unseat in this area!

If using a pressing-off tool (2), unseat 3 to 4 times around circumference max. 1 cm from rim flange.

Observe pressing-off/unseating limitation.

Start at 90° or 270°.

Do not position at 0° or 180° refer to Fig 3.

Fig 1: Removing Tire Upper Bead Using Pressing-Off Tool Or Unseating Roller

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Apply sufficient ANTISEIZE COMPOUND as deeply as possible between rim and tire.

Fig 2: Applying Antiseize Compound Between Rim And Tire

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Position fitting head (1) in direction of rotation before valve (2).

Position holding-down element at 0° to hold tire in well.

Position tire iron (3) on fitting head.

Fig 3: Positioning Fitting Head

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Lever bead with tire iron (1) over rim flange.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damaging the rim by using a suitable tire iron with protective coating.
Make sure there is sufficient lubrication between bead and rim flange; apply ANTISEIZE COMPOUND if necessary.

Allow fitting machine to rotate slowly and relieve tension on holding-down element and rollers during rotation.

Fig 4: Levering Tire Bead Using Tire Iron

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