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Notes on the safe use of the TMK

  • Park your car at the side of the road so that you can work with the TMK away from moving traffic. Place your warning triangle in a prominent place to make passing vehicles aware of your location.

  • To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you're on firm, level ground, always set your parking brake.

  • Only use the TMK for sealing/inflating passenger car tires. Do not use on motorcycles, bicycles or any other type of tires.

  • Do not remove any foreign objects such as nails or screws -that have penetrated the tire.

  • Before using the TMK, read the precautionary advice printed on the sealant bottle!

  • Provided the car is outdoors, leave the engine running. Otherwise operating the compressor may eventually drain the car battery.

  • Never leave the TMK unattended while it is being used.

  • Do not leave the compressor running for more than 10 min. at a time or it may overheat.

  • Do not use the TMK if the ambient temperature is below -22°F (-30°C).

  • When the tire and wheel are damaged, do not use the TMK.

WARNING
  • If sealant contacts skin, wash the affected areas thoroughly. Seek medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

  • If sealant contacts eyes, flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

  • If sealant is swallowed, call a physician or poison control center immediately.

    Exposure to sealant for a long time may cause damage to bodily tissues.