TM 9-4910-707-14&P
CONTINUED (MOUNTING TIRES ON TUBELESS DROP CENTER WHEELS AND RlMS)
F. While applying pressure on the bead starting tool
E. Hook the bead starting tool on the rim flange as
handle to lock it in place, rotate the wheel to lift the
shown above.
tire and mount the first bead.
H. Insert bead lifting tool behind the flange and
G. After the first bead is completely mounted, hook
push the second bead off the face of the mount
the bead starting tool directly below the mount-
demount shoe.
demount shoe to push the second bead onto the face
of the shoe. Rotate the wheel to mount the second
bead.
NOTE: In cases where a tube is installed in a drop-center assembly, place the tube in the casing and inflate slightly
Mount the first bead and slide the tire around the rim to position the valve stem. Mount the second bead in
normal manner.
CAUTION: Before positioning the valve stem, be sure to shut off electric motor
VI. SPECIAL RIM AND WHEEL TYPES
1. GRADER SEMI-DROP (REMOUNTING)
B. Install the combination mount-demount tool and
A. Chuck rim, loosen the bead on the lock ring side
position it in front of the rim as shown above.
and remove the lock ring. While holding the bead
back with the press wheel, rotate the rim and
lubricate very thoroughly,
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