Instructions

Mh320/Mh310
Bead Assist Attachment

Form 5844
 SAFETY INFORMATION

For your safety, read this manual thoroughly

before operating attachment

The EHP Series Tire Changers equipped with the Mh320/Mh310 are intended for use by
properly trained automotive technicians. The safety messages presented in this sec-
tion and throughout the manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme care
when changing tires with these products.

There are many variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for changing
tires, as well as the skill of the individual doing the work. Because of the vast number of
wheel and tire applications and potential uses of the product, the manufacturer cannot
possibly anticipate or provide advice or safety messages to cover every situation. It is
the automotive technician's responsibility to be knowledgeable of the wheels and tires
being changed. It is essential to use proper service methods and change tires in an
appropriate and acceptable manner that does not endanger your safety, the safety of
others in the work area or the equipment or vehicle being serviced.

It is assumed that, prior to using the EHP Series Tire Changers, the operator has a
thorough understanding of the wheels and tires being changed. In addition, it is as-
sumed he has a thorough knowledge of the operation and safety features of the rack,
lift, or floor jack being utilized, and has the proper hand and power tools necessary to
service the vehicle in a safe manner.

Before using the EHP Series Tire Changers, always refer to and follow the safety mes-
sages and service procedures provided by the manufacturers of the equipment being
used and the vehicle being serviced.

IMPORTANT !! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -- DO NOT DISCARD !!

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 Instructions Mh320/Mh310

1.0 INTRODUCTION
operation of the machine. In such a case. Cease opera-
tion immediately.
The model Mh320/310 Bead Assist Attachment is in-
tended to be used to ease the mounting and demount-
If a malfunctioning condition is detected, stop using the
ing of tires.
machine and call the authorized JBC Representative for
assistance.
The Mh320 can be used only in conjunction with
John Bean System IV Series Tire Changers.
The raise-descent speed of the movable column is lim-
ited to to prevent compression hazards. The lower bead-
The Mh310 is used with System II tire changers.
push device is free to rotate around the horizontal and
vertical axis to prevent entrapping and compression haz-
CAUTION: Before mounting either of these mod-
ards against the self-centering chuck of the machine on
els, the tire changer must be bolted to the floor
which the device is being mounted.
using the supplied anchors. Two anchors are sup-
plied and should be attached to the left side of the
2.0 HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
machine
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES WHEN UNCRATING THE
The Mh320/310 should be used only as intended and
MACHINE TO PREVENT SCRATCHES OR ABRA-
instructed so within this manual. Any other use shall
SIONS DUE TO CONTACT WITH PACKING MATERI-
be considered as improper and not reasonable. In par-
ALS.
ticular, the installation on machines not allowed can
result in hazardous conditions.
The shipping box is mounted on a sturdy wooden pal-
let. The machine should be transported only with an
The manufacturer shall not be considered liable for dam-
appropriate lifting device (fork lift) Fig.1.
ages caused by improper, wrong or, unreasonable use.
Uncrating: Pay attention when cutting the banding or
This manual is a part of the product. Read carefully all
during any other operation which may be hazardous.
warnings and instructions of this manual since they pro-
vide important information concerning the safety and
After removing the carton check for any visible damage
maintenance of the Mh320/310 .
to the machine and its components, notify the carrier
immediately of any damage.
1.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For installation assistance call your JBC Representa-
Operation of this device should be restricted to only
tive.
personnel who are properly trained.
2.1 PACKAGING REMOVAL
Any deviation or modification of this device or of its parts
or components not previously authorized by the manu-
The material of the packing (plastic bags, polystyrene,
facturer waive the manufacturer from any damage con-
nails, screws, wood etc.) shall not be left behind and
sequent or related to the above mentioned deviations.
shall not be left at childrens reach since they may be
possible hazards.
Removing or modifying safety devices or warning labels
of the machine is in violation of safety regulations. The
Place the above mentioned materials in proper trash
use of this device is allowed only in locations with no
container and dispose following any local regulations.
explosion or fire hazard.

Only original accessories are to be used in conjunction

with this device. Any repair or routine maintenance items
should include only original spare parts and accesso-
ries.
Figure 1.
The installation should be performed by qualified per-
sonnel and within respect of the instructions provided
for within this manual.

Check for possible dangerous conditions during the

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3.0 PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Check that the machine onto which this device is to be

mounted is installed in work area large enough to
acomodate the addition of this device.

The installation of this device increases the tire changer

footprint requirment.

Insure that enough space is left around the machine to

prevent compression or entrapping hazards.

Make sure that from the operating position, the opera-

tor can see all the machine and the surrounding area.

The operator shall forbid the presence of non authorized

persons and of objects which may create possible haz-
ards.

THE AIR INSTALLATION MUST BE MADE ONLY BY

LICENSED PERSONNEL IF LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
APPLY.
Figure 2 - With spacer in position, place the device
Ensure that the input line pressure is within the
onto the breaker arm beam. Secure with supplied
minumum/maximum limits (110-170psi) required by the
hardware.
machine.

If air pressure is lower than the minimum required of 110 Filter/oiler assembly
psi, the force of the device may be insufficient for cer- to MH320
tain types of tires.

DISCONNECT ELECTRIC AND AIR SUPPLY FROM

THE CHANGER BEFORE INSTALLATION OF THIS
DEVICE.
Air In
3.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

A. Lift the device with an appropriate lifting device,(en-

gine hoist, fork lift) and a sling belt of sufficient capacity
- 1100 lbs. Attach the device to the bead breaker beam to MH320
with the bolts, washers and nuts supplied (4 places).
Refer to Figure 2 for detail.

3.1 AIR INSTALLATION

A. Remove the left side panel from the changer.

Air In

B. Locate the air hose coming from the oiler side of

the filter/oiler assembly which is mounted on the rear of
the cabinet. See Figure 3 #1. Figure 3 - Air Installation detail

C. Cut the air hose coming from the air filter/lubricator E. Attach the hose #3 to the Tee fitting (#2) on hose
and attach “Tee” fitting #2 as shown in Figure 3. #1.

D. Route the air feed hose (#3) from the Bead Assist F. Close the side panel of the tire changer and secure
Attachment through the same hole in the rear of the with the lock screw.
cabinet as hose #1.
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4.0 NOMENCLATURE 4.1 CONTROLS

Before using the Bead Assist Attachment, it is sug- Before operating the machine ensure that you have well
gested that you become familiar with the nomenclature understood the operation and function of all controls.
of components (Figure 4).
A. Operate the lever (#1 Fig. 4) upward to raise the
1. Raise/Descent control column and consequently the roller and the lower bead-
2. Bead Roller push device.
3. Roller support tube
4. Lower bead-push device B. Operate the lever (#1 Fig. 4) downward to lower the
5. Movable column mobile column and consequently the roller and the lower
6. Bead holder support tube bead-push device.
7. Base support
8. Upper bead-push device C. Operate the unlock lever to release the roller arm.
Slide the horizontal arm all the way to the rear and swing
the roller arm to bring the roller at rest position. Repeat
the opposite operations to bring the roller into the work-
ing position.

1
3
2

7
4

Figure 4 - Nomenclature

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5.0 USE AS A DEMOUNTING ASSISTANT

5.1 - In order to make lowered or stiff sidewall tires

mount onto the turntable easier, use the rim pusher
attachment in conjunction with the bead pusher as
shown in figure 5. Apply the rim pusher tool onto the
bead pusher tool and position it in the center of the
rim and lower the device so the rim presses down-
ward onto the rim claws and then lock claws onto
the rim edge. See figure 6.

Figure 5

Figure 6
5.2 - Once the rim is secured to the turntable, posi-
tion the roller approximately 3/4” from the rim edge.
Press down the sidewall to ease the introduction of
the tire tool. See Figure 7. Move the roller to the
rest position.

To facilitate lifting of the bead over the head tool,

position the lower disk next to the edge of the lower
rim edge; hold the arm firmly while lifting the device.
See Figure 8.
Figure 7
Demount the first bead as described in the tire
changer operator’s manual.

5.3 - Position the lower disk next to the lower rim

edge. Hold firmly the handle and at the same time
rotate the turntable. This operation allows loosening
the bead, if stuck, and helps lift the tire.

NOTE: A certain amount of effort on the handle is

required to offset the counter balance action of the
turntable that pushes the disk off the center when
rotating. The lower disk cannot be locked because
of safety reasons.

Figure 8

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6.0 USE AS A MOUNTING ASSISTANT

6.1 - Mount the first bead. Position the roller so that

it is convergent to the center of the rim and position
the bead pusher tool after the mounting tool. See
Figure 9.

Position the roller (1) and the bead pusher (2) as

shown in figure 10.

Lower the bead pusher so that the roller and the bead Figure 9
pusher tool on the tire help keeps the bead into the
drop center. See Figure 11.

The bead pusher tool follows the tire rotation during

the mounting operation.

Bring the roller and the bead pusher tool back to the
rest position.

7.0 MAINTENANCE

CAUTION - DISCONNECT ELECTRIC AND AIR SUP-

PLY FROM THE TIRE CHANGER BEFORE BEGIN-
NING ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE OPERATION!
Figure 10
7.1 - Periodically clean and lubricate the horizontal
roller arm.

7.2 - Grease the pivots of the roller swing arm, the

lower disk device and the sliding guides of the mov-
ing column every month.

Figure 11

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Conway, Arkansas 72032
Tel.: (800) 362-8326 or (501) 450-1500
Fax: (501) 450-1585

Notice: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. John Bean
makes no warranty with regard to this material. John Bean shall not be liable for errors contained
herein or for incidental consequential damages in connection with furnishings, performance, or use of
this material.

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Form 5844...06/19/02...wdc...copyright 2002 Snapon Technologies.... Printed in the USA