Operating Instructions
Hand Crank / Motor Driven Reels - Condensed Version
Series 30000
Series H
Read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate, or
maintain your reel. Only qualified persons should install this product.
Failure to comply with instructions may result in personal injury and/
or property damage. Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy and
Safety
1. Ensure that the reel has been properly installed before connecting input
and output hoses or connecting to power supply.
2. Purge fluid/gas from system before servicing.
3. Before connecting reel to supply line, ensure that pressure does not
exceed maximum working pressure rating of reel.
4. Remember, even low pressure is very dangerous and can cause injury
or death.
5. If a leak occurs in the hose or reel, remove supply line pressure
immediately.
6. For motor driven models, check for faulty supply wires or hoses before
operating.
7. Pull hose from reel by grasping the hose itself, not the control valve.
8. Ensure that reel, hose and equipment being serviced are properly
grounded. Use an ohmmeter to check ground continuity.
9. If reel is motor driven, be careful of chain/sprocket drive system. Keep
hands clear. Do not wear loose fitting clothing.
10. If reel ceases to unwind or rewind, remove system pressure
immediately. Do not pull or jerk on hose!
11. Treat and respect a hose reel as any other piece of machinery,
observing all common safety practices.
Installation
A flexible hose connection must be used between the reel inlet and the
source of supply to prevent possible misalignment and binding. Use
thread sealant to assure a satisfactory seal when installing swivel. Do not
over tighten.
Mounting
Ensure that mounting surface is flat and structurally sound to prevent
binding on reel after it is mounted. Position reel to mounting surface and
secure into place, using four secure fasteners (not included). Connect
supply line to swivel. Tighten securely.
Electric Driven Reels - CAUTION: Remove all electrical power
when wiring. Do not "hot-wire". Observe all applicable NEC/OSHA
requirements. Consult wiring diagram (page 4) and determine which one
is applicable to your reel. Perform electrical wiring following applicable
diagram.
Air Driven Reels - WARNING: Do not exceed 100 PSI motor inlet
pressure. Use an FRL or control valve in line to adjust speed of motor.
Connect air line to motor in accordance with diagram (page 4). To avoid
damage to the air motor, do not strike the main shaft.
Install/Replace the Hose
CAUTION: Do not connect the hose to the reel until after the hose reel
has been properly mounted. Fully extend and charge hose before winding
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on to reel. Momentarily open control valve, when initially charging, to
purge hose of gases. When fluid appears at control valve, close valve.
This prevents flattening of the hose and excessive pressure on the drum
when fluid supply is initiated at a later time.
1. Apply thread compound to all threads.
2. For Series 30000, detach outlet gooseneck. CAUTION: Do not discard
the O-ring.
3. Route output hose through hose clamp (Series H).
4. Hand thread male hose connector into the outlet gooseneck. Re-
connect the outlet gooseneck to the reel. Insure that the O-ring is
properly fitted into the grooves when replacing the gooseneck.
Replace the Swivel
CAUTION: Remove supply line pressure before replacing swivel.
1. Remove supply line from swivel.
2. Remove swivel assembly from inlet shaft.
3. Install swivel assembly to inlet shaft by reversing steps 1 and 2. Apply
sealant to all threads.
Replace/Move the Motor
CAUTION: Remove all power/pressure from the motor before replacing.
1. Disconnect wiring/air lines from motor.
2. Remove bolts securing motor bracket to reel. Remove bracket.
3. Remove bolts attaching motor bracket to motor. Remove motor.
4. Install new motor by reversing steps 1 through 3 above.
Replace the Chain
CAUTION: Remove all power from the motor before replacing chain.
1. Loosen bolts securing motor mounting bracket in place.
2. Remove chain master-link.
3. Install new chain by reversing steps 1 and 2 above. Tighten mounting
bracket bolts.
Adjust Chain Tension
CAUTION: Before adjusting the chain tension, remove all power/pressure
from the motor. Over-tensioned (tightening) of chain results in reduced
motor life. Adjust to allow between 1/4" and 1/2" play in chain in the
largest span.
1. Loosen bolts (do not remove) securing motor mounting bracket to reel.
2. Move motor mounting bracket and motor until proper chain tension is
obtained.
3. Tighten motor mounting bracket bolts.
Adjust the Reel
1. Adjust reel drag by loosening or tightening set screw on hub casting
on manual driven reel.
Form #1214-109 Rev: 2/2024