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20. HIGH-SPEED TIRE
HIGH-SPEED TIRE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
In comparison with the tube-tire, the
following points must be noticed
when removing and installing a high-
speed tire.
·When removing the high-speed tire,
avoid damaging the tire bead
(special plastic seat), tire liner
(internal anti-leak material) and rim
flange (bead base).
·Apply vegetable soapy water to the
contact area between the tire bead
and rim, and use a tire iron for
installation.
·It will cause tire deformation when
removing the tire forcedly as the
figure shown. Be sure to remove the
tire following the instructions given
in the manual.
·The tight joint of tire and rim can
prevent air leaks. As long as the rim
is deformed, air leaks will occur
easily. Therefore, do not remove or
install the tire forcedly. Use special
tools and rim protector for servicing.
Frequently check if there is any
deformed part and do not use tools
of poor quality.
·Rust and rubber materials on bead
base are the main cause of air leaks.
Remove them thoroughly.
·Be sure to remove and install the tire
following the procedures provided in
the manual.
· When removing or installing a
high-speed tire, do not damage
the axle bearing. Draw or pull the
rubber on the rim lower part.
· It is difficult to remove a tire
when the rim valve is pressed by
tire flange. In this situation, do
not remove it forcedly because
the rim valve hole will be
damaged.
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