OPERATING MANUAL CH-22 MULTI-TIRE CHANGER
READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING
800.223.4540
3451 S. 40th Street www.tssissg.com
Phoenix, AZ 85040 info@tsissg.com
602.437.5020 Fax 602.437.5025
MAY 19, 2011 MADE IN USA
GENERAL INFORMATION
General: Remove contents from box and assemble as shown below in Fig. 1.
Read and follow instructions for optimum use.
Overview: The CH-22 Multi-Tire Changer accommodates tires ranging from 4” to
16.5” in diameter. This is made possible by using different Center Posts
and varying the position of the Jaw Clamps.
With the assortment of other available options it gives the Multi-Tire
Changer an even broader range of tire size capabilities to work with
along with increasing a users operational flexibility.
WARNING - WEAR SAFETY GLASSES
USE CAUTION! Machine can cause fingers or hands to be pinched.
Use a suitable tire and tube lubricant for mounting and removal.
CH-22: Primary Features
Slide Arm (3) Handle & Threaded
Rod Assembly
14 adjustable
Pin locations
Bolt holes for
mounting
Jaw Clamps (3)
Rim Size
Decal
Fig. 1
Pins (2)
Unit comes with the following: (See cover)
• PN 10950 Small Center Post
24” Long with 18” being 3/4” Diameter. Final 8” is 1/2” Diameter
• PN 10951 Large Center Post
24” Long with 18” being 1” Diameter. Final 8” is 5/8” Diameter
These two Center Posts (with four shaft sizes) are provided for either bearing
center or hub center wheels.
• Also included is the CH-4 Mongoose tire tool.
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INSTRUCTIONS
Set-Up
One of several design features to the CH-22 includes options to mount it.
For best results TSI has developed a Platform and Stand to compliment the Ch-22
function and range. The Platform (TSI PN 6192) provides a non-slip footing surface
for a service technician. Likewise the CH-23 Stand puts the work being done with
the CH-22 at a good height along with including a very handy Bead Breaker and tool
storage center. Together it’s a one-stop work center. Bolt them together (using the
bolt holes on Page 2 Fig. 1) and bolt the Platform to level ground for a trouble free
work environment.
It is possible to bolt the CH-22 Multi-Tire Changer to an alternative surface. Use the
bolt holes (Page 2 Fig. 1) for bolting to the CH-23 Tire Stand and fasten to a suitable
level location preferably in a clean working environment with necessary access.
See back cover of this manual for Options & Accessories.
Tire bead must be broke loose before using the CH-22 Multi-Tire Changer
Use
Prepare the machine to put a tire on it. Determine what size tire is being serviced
and set the Jaw Clamps (Fig. 3 & 4) accordingly. Note Fig. 2 for Rim position.
Fig. 2
For best results taking a tire off a rim or
putting one on, have the longer bead
seated area of the rim facing down for
the Jaw Clamps to lock onto. (See Fig. 2)
Most the time the valve stem will be up
and accessible. If not, mount the tire and
later flip it to connect an air hose to the
valve stem for adding air.
Handle & Threaded
Rod Assembly
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Put the Pins in matching holes on each of the Slide Arms with the two free-moving
Jaw Clamps (Fig. 2.) Slide the Jaw Clamps against the Pins.
Adjust the Handle & Threaded Rod Assembly Jaw Clamp (Fig. 3) back so the tire
flange clears each of the clamping teeth on all three Jaw Clamps.
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INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
Ideally the rim should be centered over the center hole on the Tire Changer. Before
cinching the rim tight, determine which Center Post to use. If the wheel has a hole
through it large enough to use the Large Center Post, use it. If it’s seated with a
bearing (see Fig. 5) use the appropriate sized shaft 1/2”, 5/8” or 3/4” from either of
the Center Posts available.
Now tighten the adjusting clamp to secure the wheel.
Tip: Make sure to secure the edge of the rim as in Fig. 6 below.
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
KEEP MACHINE CLEAN AND FREE OF DEBRIS
DON’T WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING
Lubricate the tire and entire rim Fig. 7
flange area around the tire before
mounting or dismounting the tire
(see yellow arrow in Fig. 5.)
Make sure the tire bead is in the
drop center of the rim for this
process. Press and hold with one
hand while prying the Mongoose
tool around the Center Post.
If you encounter difficulty rotating
the Mongoose tool you may opt
to use a small tire iron such as a
Tire Spoon (TSI PN 22.3877) to
help mount or dismount the tire.
Using the Tire Spoon
While applying pressure by rotating the Mongoose tool simply insert the Tire Spoon
where the greatest resistance is taking place and use it to help pry the tire onto the
rim.
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Demount deflated tire using the “rod-end” of the Mongoose tool (Fig. 7.) The ball
end is pushed under the top bead and rested on the rim as illustrated. While holding
the mongoose against the center post with one hand, and lifting up on the tire with
the other, rotate the tool full circle. Demount the bottom bead the same way.
Varying the angle of the Mongoose tool against the center post can achieve better
results for each user based on different rim or tire sizes and the shapes of each.
Fig. 8
Mounting the tire uses the “flat-end” of the Mongoose tire tool as in Fig. 8. While
applying pressure to the low side of the tire (always facing the operator) place the
ball-end between rim and bead. With the flat side against the center post rotate the
tool full circle for both bottom and top beads.
Remember to use lubrication on the rim and tire bead.
Mount - Demount with accessories
Fig. 9 PN 12489 Demount
To protect chrome or
aluminum rims from
tool scrapes use this
handy plastic acces-
sory with the regular
size Mongoose tool or
the Mini Mongoose
tool.
Hold the Demount tab
on the Mongoose.
Push down and into
the tire flange / bead
area (see Fig. 9).
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INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
Fig. 11
Fig. 10
Shove the Demount tab into the rim flange area (Fig. 10.) With your other hand
guide the tire beads into the ‘drop center’ of the rim opposite the side where you’ve
placed the Mongoose and Demount tab. Pry up on the Mongoose and Demount tab
in an arced motion so they rest on the rim as shown in Fig. 11. With the tool against
the Center Post rotate them in a circular motion around the post until the tire is free
from the rim. Do this for both tire beads until the tire is completely demounted.
USE LUBRICANT
DON’T PINCH YOUR HANDS OR FINGERS
Mounting tire
Fig. 12 displays PN 12488 Mount tab with the CH-4 Mongoose. To keep metal tools
from marring rims using this is ideal. Place the tire over the rim and plunge the two
tools over the edge of the rim (Fig. 13) use the Mongoose to pry against the Center
Post in a circular motion to mount the tire.
Fig. 12 Fig. 13
Do this to mount both sides of the tire. Upon mounting the tire wipe off the lubricant
and clean the tools and tire.
Loosen the Handle and Threaded Rod Assembly to remove the tire.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
The CH-22 weights 26 pounds packaged. Triangular in shape it takes up roughly a
24” square area by 7” tall fully assembled (without the Center Posts.) Ideally an op-
erator needs free mobility all the way around it for best results.
A COMPLETE
TIRE CHANGING
STATION
CH-22
6192
CH-23
Parts sold separately
The CH-22 Multi-Tire Changer and CH-23 Stand mounted on a Platform.
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Options and Accessories
CH-23
CH-21
SWATT Tire Changer
Stand w/
Bead Breaker
Small Tire Iron
PN 3877
Mini Mongoose
PN CH-4M
Wheel Protectors
12488 / 12489
Non-mar Tire Tool
PN 6173
Floor Plate
PN 6192
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CH-22 MULTI-TIRE CHANGER
800.223.4540
3451 S. 40th Street www.tssissg.com
Phoenix, AZ 85040 info@tsissg.com
602.437.5020 Fax 602.437.5025
MADE IN USA
