Tire Service CH-60 Cheetah® Bead Seater Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Tire Service
Table of Contents
Tire Service CH-60 Cheetah® Bead Seater
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Only personnel trained in the CH-60C should be operating this machine.
Thoroughly read all safety and operating instructions before using this
machine.
STORAGE:
Never store the CH-60C with compressed air in the tank.
OPERATION:
The safe operation of the CH-60C requires two personnel. Any personnel present
during tank discharge is required to where ear and eye protection. The use of
gloves is recommended.
ASSEMBLY
Locate discharge barrel and the adjustable discharge barrel.
Position the barrels about 3½ to 4 feet apart so that all four angled rim
rests point inward.
Connect the facing barrels using two adjusting rods by inserting each into the square sleeves located at the end of both the barrels.
Locate the 2”(6ft) and two hose clamps.
Place a clamp on each end of the hose and secure one end of the hose to the
openend of the adjustable discharge barrel.
Secure the opposite end to the manifold opening on the discharge barrel tighten the clamps to FULLY SECURE the 2″ hose (6ft)
NOTE: Allow the distance between the barrels to be slightly greater than the diameter of your wheel. This ensures easier adjusting once the mounting process has begun.
Turn the locking
T-handle to securely tighten the two adjusting rods into place on the
discharge barrel side
The opposite side will remain adjustable for later use.
When completed the assembly should resemble Fig 1.6
PREPARATION
Depending on your wheel size, position your wheel on either a #6411 tractor
tire stand or a #01.111 universal tire stand.
The use of a tire stand is recommended and often required for safe effective
bead seating. This ensures the proper air openings and restrictions essential
to the air flow dynamics of the bead seating process.
NOTE: To minimize large openings position the four included tire wedges underneath the sagging sidewall.
The tractor tire stand can be adjusted to accommodate wheel sizes of 24” to
54”.
When properly adjusted the wheel rim should actually rest on the stand,
elevating the wheel slightly above the floor.
NOTE: When positioning Budd wheels on the tractor tire stand be sure to connect the stand to the wheel using the included tie down strap. Attach one end of the strap to the center loop on the stand and the other end to the wheel and tighten.
Which ‘step’ on the stand your rim will rest on will vary depending on your
wheel size.
You may find it easier to adjust the stand for the correct size by actually
holding the stand up to your tire for comparison while the tire is still in a
vertical position.
Once adjusted place the tractor tire stand or univeral tire stand on a hard
level surface in relation to any surrounding walls or obstacles to easily
accomodate the tire size and a safe working area for the CH-60C equipment,
operator and all assisting personnel. 
UNIVERSAL TIRE STAND (OPTIONAL)
Place the univesal tire stand so that all legs are making contact on a hard flat surface. Position the stand in relation to any surrounding walls or obstacles to easily accommodate the tire size andasafe working area for the CH-60C equipment, operator and all assisting personnel. Lay the wheel down on the stand so that the rim itself is supported above the floor on the stand. This allows the tire to rest on the bottom bead of the wheel hindering any possible air escape route. Center the rim on the stand (see below illustration).
Position the tank to a close proximity of the tire and wheel. Locate and connect one end of the 2 ½” hose with cam-lock to the large 2 ½” female cam- lock on the tank. Positionthe unattached end of the hose nearby the tire and wheel.
Locate the 10ft air hose and plug one end into your valve stem (with core removed) and position the unattached end near the ball valve near the back of the tank.
This step is best performed with the cooperation of two personnel. Standing at opposing ends of the adjusting rods pick up the discharge assembly using proper lifting techniques and position the assembly directly over the wheel.
Gently tilt the assembly downward toward the wheel rim allowing the discharge barrel to rest on the wheel rim.
The elevated end of the assembly will usually need to be adjusted to allow the adjustable discharge barrel to rest snugly on the rim.
NOTE: Loosening all T-handle bolts on the discharge assembly is recommended for making final adjustments.
With one hand on the anchored manifold end of the assembly both personnel should apply sufficient pressure to the opposite adjusting end, essentially squeezing the space between them down allowing the adjusting end rim rests to secure properly
Once both sides of the discharge assembly that make contact with the rim are securely seated onto the rim, screw all T-handle bolts down tightly.
Failure to properly secure the discharge assembly prior to discharge could result in serious injury or death.
Physically pull up on the assembly to verify the strength of your connections. If any weakness or instability is observed re-secure and repeat until the assembly is securely in place.
NOTE: Loosening all T-handle bolts on the discharge assembly is recommended for making final adjustments.
This step is best performed with the cooperation of two personnel. Standing at opposing ends of the adjusting rods, pick up the discharge assembly using proper lifting techniques and position the assembly directly over the wheel so that the manifold discharge barrel is at 12 o’clock.
Hook the manifold discharge barrel rim rests on the rim.
Secure the adjusting barrels rim rest at the 6 o’clock position on the wheel
rim and tighten the T-handle bolts enough to avoid slippage.
Failure to properly secure the discharge assembly prior to discharge could result in serious injury or death.
Carefully rotate the assembly so that the manifold discharge barrel is at the
9 o’clock position on the wheel rim.
Some T-handle bolt loosening may be required especially in the event of a rim
that is not perfectly round. Securely tighten all T-handle bolts once the
assembly has been rotated. Physically pull up on the assembly to verify the
strength of your connections. If any weakness or instability is observed
resecure and repeat until the assembly is securely in place.
Whether seating the bead in the horizontal (as shown) or the vertical position make sure the tank is located no closer than 6ft from the tire.
Locate the unattached end of the 2 ½” hose with cam-lock and insert it on to the male end of the 2-way air manifold.
Lock the two cam-lock handles down securely.
Attach an airline capable of 120 PSI to the ball valve on the tank. Ensure the 2″ discharge valve on the tank is closed prior to tank charging. Open the ball valve to allow charging of the tank.
Once the tank’s gauge reaches 100 PSI (actual pressure required for bead seating will vary in relation to tire size) the tank is sufficiently charged. Close the ball valve and detach the air line placing it near the unattached end of the 10ft air hose.
NOTE: Using a spray bottle apply a visible coating of tire lubricant completely around the tires top bead.
Attach the air line to the unattached end of the 10ft air hose.
The tire is now ready for bead seating.
At the tire, open the valve on the 10ft air hose allowing air to enter the tires valve stem. At the tank, standing behind the 2″ discharge valve lift up on the locking safety tab and take hold of the discharge handle.
The discharge of the CH-60 releases a tremendous amount of stored air pressure in a very short time. This process is loud and ear plugs and safety goggles are required.
With one quick thrust, open the 2″ discharge valve for approximately 3/4 of a second closing it securely and replacing the locking safety tab. The bead is now seated. Allow the air line into the tire to fill the tire for several seconds before closing the valve on the 10ft air hose and detaching your air line.
Do not allow the tire to over inflate! Failure to disconnect the air line feeding air into the tire’s valve stem may risk tire damage and operator injury to due tire explosion.
Once all air valves are closed and it is reasonable to assume that approaching
the assembly is safe.
Begin by unscrewing the T-bolt handles on the adjustable discharge barrel,
taking care not to allow the assembly to drop (vertical mount only).
Slide the adjustable barrel away from the wheel rim allowing enough distance
to remove the assembly. Disassemble in the reverse order of assembly.
VERTICAL MOUNT: No need to rotate assembly prior to de-mounting.
NOTE: Before storage of the CH-60 be sure to release the compressed air
within the tank.
Never store a charged tank.
Warranty Statement & Return Policy
Warranty & Workmanship you can depend on.
With over 30 years of manufacturing experience we maintain the ability to
provide competitive prices while employing and manufacturing the majority of
our products in the USA. Pride in our workmanship and standing behind each and
every product is not just our claim but our uncompromising responsibility.
Tire Service International equipment is warranted to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase to the original owner. Repair labor is warranted for 90 days from the
date of original purchase. Bushings, blades, bearings and normal wear and tear
are not covered under warranty. Careless handling, negligence, misuse, abuse,
mutilation, improper operation, making unauthorized repairs, additions, and or
alterations automatically cancel this warranty and relieves TSI of any
obligation. Cheetah tanks claimed to be defective while under warranty will be
evaluated at our manufacturing plant and either repaired if possible or
exchanged and returned or credit issued to the customer account at our
discretion. Damage resulting from dropping the tanks will not receive warranty
consideration. Warranty parts need to be returned prepaid to the plant for
credit. Any replacement parts shipped from the plant will be shipped at the
customer’s expense. Machines requiring warranty work must be brought to the
manufacturing plant in 201 Chelsea Rd, Monticello, MN or to a repair facility
authorized by TSI.
Return Policy:
WARNING! Goods returned without an RGA will be refused. A Returned Goods
Authorization form must be obtained before returning any material or goods.
All non-warranty returns will be subject to a 15% restocking fee plus any
additional charges for reconditioning/repacking.
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