Improving tire life in 2 aspects:
The tire itself, the following factors are very important:
- Basic workmanship andmaterials.
- Air pressure maintenance
- Tyre matching
- A rotation policy
- Tyre records/analysis
- Repair procedures
Working site conditions, Includingthe following factors:
- Type of equipment
- Weight of distribution
- Speed
- Haul length
- Wheel position
- Ambient temperature
- Underfoot conditions
- Operator habits
Tips forusing tires:
- Keep your tires clean by simply hosing them down.
- Remove embedded rocks
- Wash off dirt
- Rotate tires that wear faster , replace any tires that appear to show signs of excessive wear, are damaged, or defective in any way.
- Always use approved tire and rim combinations for sizes andcontours.
- Monitor and adjust air pressure, never exceed manufacturer’s recommended tire inflation pressure.
- Consider the weight of your load and keep it balanced.
- Don’t spin the tires when digging.
If you have any doubt about the correct, safemethod of performing any step in the demounting, mounting, adding or removing,or inflating process – STOP!
Seek out expert assistance from a qualifiedperson.