Required safety equipment
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Wheel & Rim Safety Manual
The use of proper tools and safety equipment helps prevent personal injuries and other costly damage.
Remember, an inflated tire contains explosive energy. This can cause the tire/rim components to burst
apart with great force. Protect yourself and others by using the tools and safety equipment
recommended below.
Restraining Device:
Always use a safety cage or other
approved restraining device to inflate tires.
A restraining device is the most effective safeguard
against injury that may result from assembly errors.
A safety cage, safety chains, or other OSHA-approved
restraining device is your best protection if there is an
explosion during inflation.
Clip-on Chuck and In-Line Valve and Gauge: Always use a clip-on air chuck with an in-line valve and
gauge with sufficient length of hose to stand clear from the trajectory.
A clip-on air chuck allows you to keep your hands, arms, and body clear of the trajectory during inflation.
An in-line valve allows you to control the air flow while standing away from the assembly.
An in-line gauge allows you to monitor the air pressure going into the tire while staying clear of
the trajectory.
Safety Cage
WARNING:
Facing the side/lock rings against a wall or other permanent structure
during inflation is not safe. If the assembly explodes, you can be struck by flying
components. Fully restrain the rim wheel during inflation of the tire.
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In-Line Valve and Gauge
Clip-on Air Chuck
WARNING:
A hand-held air chuck should never be used to inflate a tire. It is dangerous
because you must put your hand inside the safety cage or the restraining device.
Therefore, you are in the trajectory, which can result in serious or fatal injury.
