INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this manual is to furnish the
owner and operator with a set of practical, safe
instructions on the use and maintenance of the
S 100 PL tyre changer.
Follow all the instructions carefully and the
machine will give you the efficient and long-
lasting service that has always characterised
this products, making your work considerably
easier.
The following points define the levels of danger
regarding the machine, associated with the
warning captions found in this manual:
DANGER
Refers to immediate danger with the risk of
serious injury or even death.
WARNING
Dangers or unsafe procedures that can cause
serious injury or even death.
CAUTION
Dangers or unsafe procedures that can cause
minor injuries or damage to property.
Read these instructions carefully before
powering up the machine. Keep this manual
and all illustrative material supplied with the
machine in a folder near the tyre changer where
it is readily accessible for consultation by the
machine operators.
The technical documentation supplied is con-
sidered an integral part of the machine; and
must always accompany the equipment if it is
sold or transferred to a new owner.
The manual is only to be considered valid
for the machine of the model and with the
serial number indicated on the nameplate
applied to it.
WARNING
Observe the contents of this manual: The
producer declines all liability in the case of
uses of the machine not specifically described
and authorised in this manual.
WARNING
This machine must be used only by qualified
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and authorised personnel. A qualified opera-
tor is construed as a person who has read and
understood the tyre changer manufacturer's
instructions as well as the tyres and wheel
rims manufacturers', is suitably trained, and
is conversant with safety and adjustment pro-
cedures to be adhered to during operations.
Use of the machine by unskilled staff may
constitute a serious risk for the operator and
for the final user of the product processed
(the wheel rim and tyre assembly).
NB:
Some of the illustrations in this manual have
been taken from photographs of prototypes:
standard production machines may vary in
some respects.
These instructions are intended for people with
basic mechanical skills. We have therefore omit-
ted detailed descriptions of procedures such
as how to loosen or tighten the fixing devices
on the machine. Do not attempt to perform
operations unless properly qualified and with
suitable experience. In case of need, contact
an authorised Service Centre for assistance.
TRANSPORT, STORAGE AND
HANDLING
Conditions for transporting the
machine
The tyre changer must be transported in its
original packing and stowed in the position
shown on the external packing.
- Packing dimensions:
..............................................1543 mm
.............................................1140 mm
.............................................1900 mm
- Weight of wooden packing:
..................................................................... kg 380
Ambient conditions for machine
transport and storage
Temperature: -25° ÷ +55°C.
User Manual S 100 PL