Features of installation and use of snow chains

In cold weather, many drivers start thinking about buying such an important thing as bracelets or snow chains for a car. With their use significantly increases the safety of movement on slippery or dirt road, when there is ice, loose snow, viscous mud or while driving on gravel, sand, other types of off-road.

In the case of studded tires, these devices are no less necessary. The use of a special design and the reliability of each element of the anti-skid chains not only provide better grip, but also provide additional protection against friction, drifts and bindings. In addition, this ensures complete safety on the road while driving.

Preferential features of operation of chains and anti-skid bracelets

The installation of chains is carried out on various equipment-tractors or trucks, loading equipment or for carrying out forestry, construction works, ATVs and ordinary cars. Their main advantages of operation are:

• Compact. Chains and bracelets take up much less space than regular spare wheels. They are an important element for those who need to travel frequently, not only on a flat asphalt road, but also off-road.
• The presence of metal elements in the form of "teeth" makes it possible to drive with great comfort and safety along winter roads in ice.
• The material is stainless steel, which makes each element of the structure resistant to corrosive or other factors.
• Using chains gives you the ability to provide excellent off-road vehicle handling, better handling in difficult operating conditions and smoother running.
• Quick and easy installation on a vehicle or car without the involvement of specialists.

Installing snow chains

Installation of snow chains does not require much effort or complex manipulations.

• They should be placed in front of the wheel, while the direction of the locks should be forward and located on the outside, on the inside-the hook.
• The second stage is the process of placing the wheels on the chain. To do this, you need to drive them in such a way that 20-30 cm from the end of the chains is left.
• After the installation of the chain is carried out, it is necessary to “throw” the remaining element segment onto the tire, fix the hook along the inside and stretch the chain all over the wheel. The clasp of the lock is carried out on the link, which is the most distant from it.

After that, the installation of snow chains is complete and you can immediately test the reliability of the whole structure. It should be borne in mind that it is better to practice installing the chains several times so that, if necessary, to mount them suddenly, there are no problems or complications, and the installation was quick and efficient.

Features of operation of different types of chains

These devices are divided into two types:

1.Hard protectors;

2. soft protectors.

In the first case, the production uses the metal chains themselves, in the other-rubber lugs of the reinforced type. Distinctive features of the use of these accessories is considered off-road driving because of essential speed limits-this is only with hard snow chains. Soft chains predispose their use on a normal flat surface, moreover, their advantage is considered to be less effect on tires. Thus, their lifespan will be longer than using hard snow chains.

It is important to remember that:

• with chains on wheels it is necessary to reduce the speed of movement, especially when turning;
• not start very abruptly
• Avoid sudden rapid braking.

In addition, you can install only one pair on the drive wheels, and you can install two at once, on all four wheels, which will be much better and more efficient. This will be especially necessary for those who spend more time off-road. In addition, during the selection of chains, it is necessary to choose them according to the size of each wheel.

Installing and using anti-skid bracelets

Another interesting device are anti-skid bracelets. They can be made independently, having bought all necessary for this. However, many people prefer to buy ready-made kits, it is much cheaper and does not require time for their assembly.

A clear advantage of these devices is the possibility of their installation on the wheels when the car is towed. At the same time, the effectiveness of their impact will be significant, even if only one bracelet is mounted on each drive wheel.

Installation is quite simple, does not require much time or special skills. After installation, before starting the car, it is necessary to check the position of the bracelets and the belt tension. In addition, after installation, you need to check the possibility of obstruction of movement or grazing of other elements of the car with a full turn of the wheel.

What we consider when using snow chains

During the operation of these devices, you must adhere to some recommendations:

• speed limits with fixed chains installed-up to 40 km/h, with soft ones up to 80 km/h;
• it’s better not to use snow chains when driving on asphalt, concrete and other hard surfaces;
• Each use of the chains must be followed by their subsequent cleaning, washing and drying.

Thus, adhering to these recommendations, you can ensure safe traffic during difficult road conditions, as well as preserve the quality and reliability of the design of each chain for a sufficiently long time.

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