Tire changer safety post
US4840215A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 1988 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B2900/531
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Safety apparatus for a tire changer having a support table for tire/rim assemblies and a tire inflation system includes a post having a quick disconnect mechanism for engagement with and release from the support table. The post has high pitch threads which receive a restraining cone with mating threads. The post is engaged with the table through a central rim opening and the restraining cone is moved on the threads to engage the edges of the rim opening. The post-table engagement actuates an air interlock which enables the tire inflation system. The cone is trapped on the post by structure on either end of the post.
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