Figure 1. Installing cross chain using new swivel hook.

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chains for the specific tire chain being repaired.

the same time turn the hook. (If performing repair to

5. Procedure. a. To install swivel hook, insert

chain which is installed on tire).

hook through tire side chain and turn hook sideways.

Note. These operations can be performed using

Note. Select side chain link that will allow the

arctic type mittens, as shown in figure 1.

hook to point parallel to the tire side wall (fig. 1).

Install another swivel hook to side chain on

Insert end of cross chain onto swivel hook,

opposite side or center chain (dual type) and connect

holding side chain firmly away from tire, and at

opposite end of cross chain to swivel hook using similar

installation procedure.

Figure 1. Installing cross chain using new swivel hook.

b. To remove swivel hook hold side chain away

c. When removing unserviceable cross chains

from tire and turn hook, and pull out of cross chain.

remove all serviceable swivel hooks and retain for future

use.