Ken Tool T601 (38601) CENTER POST TIRE CHANGING SYSTEM - Manual (Page 7)

Section 2) Demounting the Tire from the Rim using either
the Bench Mount Model #T600 or the Floor
Mount Model #T601 (unless noted).
A. 5/8” and larger straight axle wheels:
1. After the bead of the tire has been broken away from the wheel (see
section 1), place the tire/rim assembly over the threaded mounting
shaft with the valve stem facing up.
2. Install the bearing guide with angle side down (see diagram) to
center wheel on threaded center post.
3. Place one or both spacer sleeves over post and secure with round nut. Hand tighten
only. Caution: do not use machine without spacer sleeves. This will damage the
threaded mounting shaft and make it unusable.
4. Once the tire is securely held in place, apply adequate amount of Bead-Eze® (or
similar tire lubricant) to both sides of the tire bead and wheel. Do not use flammable
materials when servicing tires and wheels.
5. Next, place the demount (straight) end of the Tire Snake™ in between the tire and
the rim at a point closest to you, with the flat side of the demount end against the
rim and the rounded side against the tire bead (photo A). Push the bar forward,
lifting the bead over the rim until you hear the “click” of the Tire Snake as it positions
correctly against the rim. The Tire Snake should be positioned so you can use the
center post for support when pulling the bar (photo B).
6. Pull the bar toward you around the center post in a clockwise circular motion to
demount the bead (photo C).
7. After the first bead has been demounted, pull the tire up toward the top bead, place
the flat end of the demounting tool between the second bead of the tire and the rim
as before and repeat the removal process.
Bearing Guide,
Tapered Side Down
Photo A: Demount
Photo C: Demount
Photo B: Demount