Product Overview

The Hofmann monty FA 1000 fully-automatic tire changer is designed to safely and efficiently change all types of tire and wheel combinations. The innovative design features on the monty FA 1000 include: computerized mount/demount programs, automatic tire diameter measurement, automatic laser-profiling of the wheel, integrated wheel lift, electro-hydraulic center clamping, two-speed drive system and top-side bead inflation.

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Features




Computerized Mount/Demount Programs

Computerized Mount/Demount Programs

  • Technician can choose from Standard, Soft side-wall or Sports tires such as high-performance, low-profile and run-flats.
  • The technician is guided step-by-step through the tire changing process using a single "paddle switch" control.
  • The technician can choose a Manual program and use the individual controls for tire matching and for TPMS service.

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Lever-Less No-Contact Mount/Demount Tools

Lever-Less No-Contact Mount/Demount Tools

  • Tools are automatically positioned safely and precisely via patented imaging technology - eliminating damage caused by tool-to-wheel contact.
  • Designed to perfectly match the shape of the tire bead and wheel bead seat area.

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Center-Post Hydraulic Clamp

Center-Post Hydraulic Clamp

  • Quick and effortless clamping of the wheel and tire assembly
  • Eliminates wheel diameter as a factor in being able to handle all custom and OEM wheels
  • Enhances operator safety and eliminates wheel damage associated with outer/inner wheel clamping
  • Clamps at the center, the wheel’s strongest point

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Smart Vision™

Smart Vision™

  • Patented laser imaging technology scans wheel profile for precise tool placement.

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Integrated Wheel Lift

Integrated Wheel Lift

  • Front-mounted wheel lift automatically measures the tire’s diameter for precise placement onto the clamping pedestal.
  • Paddle switch control effortlessly positions the tire onto the changer.
  • Designed to assist the technician and reduce fatigue.
  • Reduces the chance of damaging expensive wheels.

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Pneumatic Bead Assist

Pneumatic Bead Assist

  • Maintains top bead in drop-center on difficult performance wheels.
  • Reduces the chance of top bead damage.
  • Allows one technician to change any wheel.

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Two-Speed Drive System

Two-Speed Drive System

  • Foot pedal motor control system delivers the right torque and speed.
  • Two speeds: Low speed with high torque, and fast speed with less torque.

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Top-Side Bead Inflation Foot Operation Top-Side Bead Inflation Hand Operation

Top-Side Bead Inflation

  • No need to demount wheel from tire changer.
  • Inflates difficult wheels quickly and easily.


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Specifications

Wheel Diameter Range 10" - 30"
Maximum Tire Diameter 47"
Maximum Wheel Width 17"
Maximum Wheel Weight 154 lbs
Air Requirements 100 to 170 PSI
Dimensions (DxWxH) 67"x47"x79"
Shipping Weight 2,050 lbs
Power Requirements 120V, 1Ph, 60HZ

Accessories

Standard Accessories

Part Number Description
ST4028648 Magic Bead Pusher
ST4026853 Rim protector, snaps onto rim of wheel
EAA0351G60A Reverse-Mounted Wheel Kit
EAA0351G29A Light-Truck Wheel Kit