Observe before mounting

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Observe tire temperature of min. +15 °C.
Clean wheel/tire
Check rim for burrs, wear and other damage
Clean tire beads and check for evidence of damage
Check RDC sensor for damage
Replace rubber valve

Before Mounting:

IMPORTANT: Apply antiseize compound to inside of upper bead (1) and to outside of upper and lower sidewall (2) up to upper decorative line.

Fig 1: Identifying Tyre Upper Bead And Lower Sidewall

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Apply antiseize compound over entire well area.

Lever sensor spare.

Fig 2: Applying Antiseize Compound Over Entire Well Area

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Mounting lower tire bead:

Grip wheel and lay on tire.

IMPORTANT: Apply a light coating of antiseize compound to fitting head.

Fig 3: Gripping Wheel Rim

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Position fitting head (1) as pictured.

IMPORTANT: Make sure tire is correctly positioned on fitting head. Position bead in relation to fitting head (1) in accordance with equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Position sensor (RDC) (3) and valve min. 10-15 cm before traction point/catching point (2).

Sensor must not be subjected to load.

Fig 4: Positioning Fitting Head

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Allow fitting machine to rotate slowly.

Guide tire in direction of rotation and press towards well.

Mounting upper bead:

Position sensor (1) in relation to fitting head (2) as pictured.

IMPORTANT: Make sure tire is correctly positioned on fitting head. Position bead in relation to fitting head (2) in accordance with equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Fig 5: Position Sensor In Relation To Fitting Head

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Position sensor (RDC) (1) and valve min. 10□-15 cm before traction point/catching point.

Sensor must not be subjected to load.

Coat bead holding-down element (3) with antiseize compound and insert.

Allow fitting machine to rotate slowly.

Insert additional bead holding-down elements (1) to hold the bead in the well.

The last part of the bead should jump over the rim flange in the sensor area.

Fig 6: Rotating Fitting Machine Over Tyre Bead

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IMPORTANT: Perform fitting in stages, take short breaks and relieve tension.

Avoid heavy deformations at the traction point.

Do not squash belt edge and sidewalls through holding-down elements.

Never use a tire iron as a holding-down element.