Product Manual

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL FORM #PM-126 REV A 12/09
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For assembly drawings, parts lists, or specific repair instructions, refer to web site at www.coxreels.com
or consult factory.
Coxreels, Inc., 5865 S. Ash Ave., Tempe, Arizona, USA, 85283 Tel: [phone]
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
CORD WILL NOT FULLY FIT ONTO
DRUM OF REEL
a) Cord is longer than specified.
b) Outside diameter of cord is larger than
specified capacity.
c) Cord was not hand guided onto reel and
wound up evenly on drum.
a) Cut down cord length to meet reels specified capacity.
b) Replace cord with one that meets specified maximum outside
diameter requirements.
c) Hand guide cord onto drum as it is wound onto the reel.
REEL KEEPS TURNING WHEN
OPERATOR STOPS PULLING OUT CORD
Tension drag brake is too loose causing cord
backlash
Adjust tension drag brake by turning knob clockwise.
NO ELECTRICAL CURRENT AT OUTPUT
END OF CORD
a) Cord is severed
b) Slip ring brushes are worn
a) Replace cord
b) Replace slip ring
c) Note: ensure current does not exceed rated amperage.
IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO PULL CORD
OFF REEL ON 115-AC-V MOTORIZED
REEL
Incorrect motor wiring
Refer to wiring diagram and ensure proper switch type and wiring
are used.
IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO PULL CORD
OFF REEL ON PNUEMATIC MOTORIZED
REEL
Air is not able to move freely through control valve
during uncoiling.
Use a 3-Way air valve on single direction applications
WARNING: Use extreme caution when operating or servicing electrical cable reels. Personal injury or death can occur even under low voltage! Only qualified service
technicians should troubleshoot and repair these products.
Observe all applicable NEC, OSHA, and local codes when operating or installing these products.