Michelin 12V High Performance Programmable Tyre Inflator User Guide

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing the Michelin 12V High Performance Programmable Tyre Inflator. Please read these operating instructions carefully before using the inflator. Improper use can cause damage to property and possibly harm the user. When using the inflator to inflate tyres, ensure the vehicle is parked in a safe location, off the road, with the vehicle handbrake on and where your personal safety is not at risk.

Capabilities and Safety Warnings

This inflator can inflate car tyres up to 51 PSI, (do not inflate space saver tyres) motorcycle tyres and bicycle tyres up to 150 PSI.

Low pressure items such as sports balls and small inflatable toys must ONLY be inflated using the adapters provided.

Only suitable for vehicles with a negative earth. Check your vehicle owner's manual.

Max power requirement during normal use: 15 AMPS / 180 WATTS.

⚠️ WARNING! COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS

• This inflator is not intended for use by persons with lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety.
• Never allow children to use this tyre inflator. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the inflator.
• Never leave unattended when running.
• Never overinflate.
• Always use in a safe area away from traffic and other dangers.
• Never run for more than 10 minutes. After each 10 minute run allow inflator to cool for 15 minutes.

⚠️ WARNING! ENSURE CORRECT TYRE PRESSURES

Correct tyre pressure is vital for road safety. Under or overinflated tyres can be dangerous.

• Always ensure that regular weekly checks are carried out to the vehicle manufacturer's recommended pressures, including the spare, but excluding space saver tyres.
• Always check before a long journey or after loading or unloading the vehicle.
• Always check pressures in an ambient temperature, never immediately after a long journey.
• Tyre pressures should be checked when the tyres are “cold”. Cold means that the tyres have not run for at least three hours or have been driven less than 1 mile at moderate speed.

❗ CAUTION

• Inspect the inflator before each use.
• Do not leave connected to the 12V DC socket when unattended.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the inflator to water or other liquids. Do not place or store where it can get wet, fall or be knocked into water.
• Do not kink or block the air hose while the inflator is working.
• Do not use the inflator if cracked, broken, melted, burnt, wet or any of the components are damaged.
• Only use the adapters supplied with the inflator.
• The inflator contains no user serviceable parts – Do not open.

This product conforms to the criteria set out in Procedure 2 as defined in Annex VI of Directive 2000/14/EC, ROHS Directive 2011/65/EU and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

Operating Features

The Michelin 12V High Performance Programmable Tyre Inflator has the following features:

1. Inflation start/stop: The main button to begin or end the inflation process.
2. White LED digital display: Shows current pressure, target pressure, and mode.
3. COB worklight: Integrated light for use in low-light conditions.
4. Deflation button: Used to release air from the tyre.
5. Selection buttons/worklight on/off: Buttons used for setting pressure, modes, and controlling the worklight.
6. High pressure air hose: Approximately 50 cm long, with a quick release valve connector.
7. Power cord input: For the detachable 300 cm (approx.) power cord.

Specifications

Connecting the High-Pressure Hose

The high-pressure hose connects to tyre valves and adapters.

Schrader Valve Connection

To connect to a standard Schrader valve (common on cars and some motorcycles):

Fig 1: Hold the quick release connector at its base and push it firmly onto the valve stem.

Fig 2: While pushing forward, slide your thumb and forefinger down the grey collar and continue pushing until the collar stops moving forward. A successful connection will have no air escaping (no hissing sound).

To disconnect, hold the grey collar and pull it back.

Adapters

Included with your Michelin 12v High Performance Programmable Tyre Inflator are 3 adapters to enable inflation of other items. To avoid overinflation, always follow the manufacturer's instructions on the items to be inflated.

Presta Valve Adapter

Description: For bicycle tyres with Presta valves.

Connection: Screw the Presta Valve adapter onto the cycle tyre valve stem. Then, holding the quick release connector at its base, push the connector firmly onto the adapter. While still pushing forward, slide your thumb and forefinger down the grey collar and continue pushing until the collar stops moving forward. A successful connection will have no air escaping (no hissing sound).

To disconnect, hold the grey collar and pull it back.

Needle Adapter

Description: For inflating footballs and other balls.

Connection: Push and hold the needle adapter into the hole of the quick release valve connector. While still pushing forward, slide your thumb and forefinger down the grey collar and continue pushing until the collar stops moving forward. The needle valve is now locked into the connector.

To remove the needle valve, hold it with one hand and pull the grey collar back with the other hand.

Small Toy Adapter

Description: For small inflatable toys.

Connection: Push and hold the small toy inflator adapter into the hole of the quick release valve connector. While still pushing forward, slide your thumb and forefinger down the grey collar and continue pushing until the collar stops moving forward. The adapter is now locked into the connector.

To remove it, hold it with one hand and pull the grey collar back with the other hand.

Digital Display and Pressure Indication

The inflator is shipped with a protective film over the digital display. This should be peeled off prior to use for a clearer view.

The digital display monitors air pressure when inflating your desired objects. When the inflator is switched on and connected to the tyre, the current pressure will be displayed on the screen. Tyre pressure reading accuracy is +/- 1 PSI for 3-50 PSI, +/- 2 PSI for 51-100 PSI, and +/- 5 PSI for 101-150 PSI.

Tyre Inflation

Safety Note: Improperly attached hoses or accessories can detach under pressure, causing serious injury. Possible air leaks can cause faulty pressure readings. Ensure all connections are tightly secured before inflating.

The inflator will stop automatically when the selected pre-set pressure is reached. To stop inflation at any point, press the start/stop button (1).

Inflation Steps:

1. Fully unwind the power cable. Connect the 12V power cord plug into the inflator input port (7) and plug the 12V power plug into the vehicle's accessory socket. Unclip the high pressure hose and connect it to the tyre valve as shown in Fig 1/2. A successful connection will display the current tyre pressure.
2. NOTE: Always connect the 12V power before connecting the high pressure hose to the tyre.
3. Press and hold the inflation start/stop button (1) for 2 seconds. The object and pressure format icons will flash. While flashing, press the [+] or [-] buttons (6) to switch between the five default inflation modes. The display will return to 0.0 to confirm the new inflation mode is set.

Inflation Modes:

• Car mode: Default pressure is 32 psi. Adjustable range: 14-51 psi. (Display shows ? icon)
• Motorcycle mode: Default pressure is 34 psi. Adjustable range: 14-150 psi. (Display shows ?️ icon)
• Bicycle mode: Default pressure is 45 psi. Adjustable range: 14-150 psi. (Display shows ? icon)
• Ball mode: Default pressure is 8 psi. Adjustable range: 2-16 psi. (Display shows ⚽ icon)
• Free mode: Default pressure is 0. Can be adjusted freely. Adjustable range: 3-150 psi. (Display shows 0.0 psi)

After selecting a mode, check the tyre pressure shown on the display. If it matches your vehicle's handbook, you can remove the connector. If the pressure is lower than stated, press the start/stop button (1) to inflate the tyre to the selected pre-set pressure.

Important: If you are inflating multiple tyres and unplug the power between tyres, you will need to reset the inflation mode, pressure format, and target pressure, as the inflator does not have an inbuilt memory.

Setting Target Pressure and Format

To Set a Target Pressure

To change the air pressure, press the [+] or [-] (5) buttons to increase or decrease the pressure setting in 1.0 PSI / 0.1 BAR / 10 kPa increments. Press and hold the [+] or [-] buttons, and the target value will change rapidly (+5 PSI / 0.5 BAR / 50 kPa). Release the button to stop.

Once the display returns to 0.0, the pressure is set.

Deflate Feature: If the current tyre pressure is higher than the desired pressure, press the deflation button (4) to reduce the pressure. If you remove too much air, use the [+] button to inflate to the correct pressure.

To Change the Pressure Format

The default pressure format is PSI. To change to BAR or kPa, press and hold the inflation start/stop button for 3 seconds. The object and pressure format icons will flash. While flashing, press the [-] button to scroll between the pressure formats. The display will return to 0.0, 0.00, or 0 to confirm the new pressure format is set.

Worklight

To switch the worklight on, press the [+] and [-] buttons together. To switch it off, press the [+] and [-] buttons together again.

12V Power Plug Fuse Replacement

The 12V plug contains a fuse for protection.

To replace the fuse:

1. Undo the knurled ring anti-clockwise.
2. Replace the blown fuse (15A glass type) with a new one.
3. Screw the knurled ring back on clockwise.

Diagram Description: The diagram shows the 12V plug with a knurled ring. An arrow indicates unscrewing the ring anti-clockwise. A second diagram shows the plug with the fuse exposed, indicating where to insert the replacement fuse and then screw the ring back on.

Conversion Chart

Troubleshooting

For all other issues, please call the helpline: +44 (0)800 731 4973.

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