TM 5-3810-306-20enough pressure to depress flange 3/4-1 inch.f.Release tire bead separator and move machine2-3 feet around flange for second bite.g.Continue depressing flange and separating tirebead until 3/4 of tire bead is free.h.Depress flange one final time to completelyunseal bead and flange.i.Lift out bead seat (4) and flange (5).j.Turn tire over and repeat tire bead separationprocedure on back flange.k.Lift wheel (6) clear of tire. Remove back flange(5).INSPECTION:1.INSPECT TIRE AND WHEEL COMPONENTS.aClean all dirt and rusty scale from tire and wheelparts.b.Inspect all parts for corrosion and fatigue.c.Inspect tire for damage. If damaged, replace.REPAIR OF THE TIRE IS NOT AUTHORIZED.d.Discard all worn or damaged parts.e.Apply rust prohibitive touchup paint to all partsas necessary to prevent corrosion. (Refer to TM43-0139.)REASSEMBLY:1.REASSEMBLE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY.CAUTIONDo not use a steel hammer toassemble rim components. Userubber, lead, plastic, or brass facedmallet if necessary to tap uninflatedcomponents together. However,properly matched componentsshould seat without tapping duringinflation.a.Install new valve stem (1) in wheel.b.. Stand wheel (6) on ground with wide enddown. Install one flange (5) on rim assembly.c.. Lift tire and slip it down over rim ensuring that itis seated against flange.12-4
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