How do you unscrew the tire stem valve without it letting all the air out? It bleeds all the air back out trying to unscrew it as fast as I can.
233503
I agree with the other reviewer, just overfill a couple of pounds. Not much air should bleed out unless you have a faulty valve.
233504
That has not been a problem with me. When I unscrew the inflation hose from the tire valve stem a small amount of air comes out, but on a car tire it makes no difference in pressure. Maybe there is something wrong with your pump that you should speak to the manufacturer about.
233505
I'm not sure why you are losing that much air when unscrewing the valve - I only lose a little. Maybe your valve stem core is loose or worn? Anyway, try inflating to a higher setting than you need before disconnecting the valve.
233506
I do not know that it is physically possible not to bleed a small amount of air, but certainly nowhere near all the air. Try putting in a little extra air to compensate for any bleed off.
1341333
I did the same thing, filling race tires with a standard hose and quick connect. It's been some time, but I recall having to put the regulator in to my vise, gently/carefully, but it did break free eventually. I looked at adapters, I seem to recall some issue with those.
1975079
Ohhh! I used old long needle nose pliers to remove the old valve stem seals. Sorry it's been 3-4 years since I used this.
1085627
Loosen the cap on the stem by pressing down on it while turning. Make sure that the other cap is tight.Squeeze container slightly and you will see liquid flow up the tube on the side and into the stem.It might be necessary to loosen the cap on the main container to allow air in to replace the liquid dispensed to the stem.
183855
I had the same problem. After using a wrench to get the whole thing off, then used more tools to get it apart, it leaked like a sieve after I screwed it back on. I'd like to know the answer myself because I bought a new one.
1275524
I have used this unit on my car tires with no problem. I just had to thread or screw on the hose to the tire valve and then turned on the air compressor. I found it easier to connect the hose when I removed the rubber hood. Yes, air does escape when you unscrew it so I put in a couple of pounds extra before I unscrewed the hose. BTW, this unit is very quiet. You could air your ties at 6AM and not bother the neighbors.
703312
I agree with you, but unfortunately I'm not aware of a suitable replacement. I would look into replacing the entire valve stem assembly -- an experienced might be familiar with this issue and have a suggestion.
1452951
I think you just left the top bar off of the tire. Then it should just come off. You will figure it out.
204992
Sounds like a question for Dr Drew...but I'll give it a go. Here's what I'd test....Put a bit of WATER in the container and assemble everything, then pump the handle just a FEW times. Then SLOWLY unscrew where the hose connects to the container, does air escape? If not, then either there's an issue with THAT seal, there's an issue with the pump:container seal, or there's an issue with the pump itself. If air does escape, then screw it back on and pump it once. Then unscrew the spray nozzle tip all the way and pull the trigger, does air/water escape? If so, then there was an issue with the nozzle being too tight. If not, then the tube or nozzle are likely clogged and then take an air car with the little included hose and open the trigger then spray the air into the tube to clean out the system, then from the nozzle side. Does this fix it?
850721
Check Youtube, there's a couple videos on there I used. Basically hammer off the wheel base, (Wrap in towel to prevent damage if worried) by tapping each wheel leg until it pops off. Then Pipe wrench or vice grip the cylinder loose, or remove cylinder base then hammer out cylinder from the top.
905354
First, you screw on/install the air fitting(sizes varies) to the open(base). next unscrew the valve stem caps on your tires(wheels) and then press the lever or trigger to bleed or let the air out from the tires if over inflated. BUT, if you want to pump more air to the tires, you must have a suitable air hose and a female fitting to use that tire gauge.
481470
The issue is with the Schrader valve not the gauge. I've had this occur over several tires on various cars. The root cause can be traced to tire inflators that either damage the threaded portion of the valve stem causing it to become out of round or bend the center air release pin. After replacing the valve stems on all our affected tires I no longer have this problem. You can try just replacing the center valve stem pins and see if this resolves it. If not you will have to bite the bullet and replace the entire stem... You should also consider avoiding gas station inflators which are often abused and consider buying a personal home air compressor. The issue is with the Schrader valve not the gauge. I've had this occur over several tires on various cars. The root cause can be traced to tire inflators that either damage the threaded portion of the valve stem causing it to become out of round or bend the center air release pin. After replacing the valve stems on all our affected tires I no longer have this problem. You can try just replacing the center valve stem pins and see if this resolves it. If not you will have to bite the bullet and replace the entire stem... You should also consider avoiding gas station inflators... » Read More The issue is with the Schrader valve not the gauge. I've had this occur over several tires on various cars. The root cause can be traced to tire inflators that either damage the threaded portion of the valve stem causing it to become out of round or bend the center air release pin. After replacing the valve stems on all our affected tires I no longer have this problem. You can try just replacing the center valve stem pins and see if this resolves it. If not you will have to bite the bullet and replace the entire stem... You should also consider avoiding gas station inflators which are often abused and consider buying a personal home air compressor. « Show Less
1855599
I had the same problem. If you can't remove it by pulling it as hard as you can. Return the control.If you try to pry it off the control will become damaged. The problem is the clip holding the knob on the stem istoo tight, the hole on the knob needs to be a hair larger
2281840
After working with this awhile, I found that you can take the whole rubber valve completely off and it releases the pressure. I tried and tried pushing the little button to no avail and finally got frustrated so I attacked the whole rubber valve and it came off easily. Now I can use it. It is made well and looks like a polycarbonate container which is very tough. I'd recommend this with the instruction manual modified to tell us the rubber valve can be removed to release the pressure.
2149624
You just give the black cap a light twist and a tug and it should come off, sometimes it can get a little stuck on there, so you just gotta tug a little harder, it is pretty hard to hurt the tube so you don't have to worry bout that.
78639
On the bottom of the unit there's a plastic tab. It takes more pressure on the tab than I'm comfortable with to release the catch that holds the tube, and you may need to push/pull the tube away from the housing while pressing hard on the tab. Removing the leaf attachment is harder, 'cuz there's less leverage.
1235996
Yes, it's a little difficult to put air in the tires, especially if you have an air compressor unit. If you do it with one of these be very careful not to over fill tires, short burst is how I did it. It is also on the "fingers/rim in the way" when trying to attach to stem. If you have an electric plug in pump would be better because you can turn on/off when correct pressure is attained. Hope this helps. Unit fits in front space of 5th wheel for travel purposes.