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Follow these procedures for inflating split rim wheels.
You must follow the relevant procedures in Table 3, Procedures for Inflating Split Rim Wheels.
Table 3
Procedures for Inflating Split Rim Wheels
During these times: | Then: |
Split rim wheels are being inflated. | Make sure employees stay out of the trajectory. |
When all of the following occur: | The tire may be inflated while the rim wheel is on the vehicle. |
A tire on a vehicle has more than 80 percent of the recommended pressure; and | |
Remote control inflation equipment is used; and | |
No employees are in the trajectory during inflation. | |
Assembly of the wheel and inflation of the tire. | Apply rubber lubricant to bead and rim mating surfaces, unless the tire or wheel manufacturer recommends against it. |
Inflating tires outside of a restraining device. | Make sure you do not exceed 5 psi (pounds per square inch) to seat the bead. |
The tire is pressurized. | Make sure you don't correct the seating of side and lock rings by hammering, striking or forcing the components. |
Note: | 1. Employees should stay out of the trajectory as much as possible while installing the split rim wheel onto the vehicle. |
2. The trajectory may deviate from its expected path. |