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(12) Use hammer to move tire irons apart (C,
4-69). Again apply downward pressure and force
ntil tire is forced from wheel.
(13) Remove nut and washer securing valve
in wheel and remove valve stem.
Install Tire on Wheel (fig. 4-70 and
4-71).
WARNING
The steal band used to keep new tire beads
expanded during shipment is to be cut and
removed before mounting the tire on a
wheel. The cutting of such a band on a
mounted tire containing even low pressure
is very dangerous to personnel.
CAUTION
Retread tires are not authorized for use on
the M747 semitrailer.
NOTE
Inspect rim to be sure bead seats and flange
are clean and smooth. Remove any nicks or
rough spots with file and smooth with crocus
cloth. Inspect wheel mounting faces and ball
seats for damage before mounting a tire (see
e below).
(1) Lay wheel down with disc side up. Remove
and washer from tire valve. Insert valve, from
nside rim, through valve hole and seat valve base
against rim. Install washer and nut on stem and
tighten nut.
(2) Lubricate tire bead and wheel flange with
rubber soap water and position tire over tip of
flange. Push a portion of the first tire bead over
Figure 4-70. Installation of
tire on wheel
fitting first bead over
rim.
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