Product Manual
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Before Each Use
Check for damaged reel parts and for frayed, worn, or lacerated power cord before each use.
Carefully check that the reel will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace
damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the reel with a damaged part.
Operating Instructions
Do not use the reel where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool can create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Do not exceed the reel’s rated amps with one, two, or three tools plugged into the reel’s triple tap.
(See the technical specs for each reel’s rating.) Exceeding the rated capacity could result in loss
of power and overheating
Always pull on cord/cable itself. Never pull on the light.
(49669 & 49670) Never operate the work light with the clear protective lens removed.
Keep away from heating vents, radiators, or other sources of heat.
Exercise care when handling the cable reel during normal operation. Cable reels have a rotating
drum powered by a spring under tension. Do not allow the cord to retract without restraining the
recoil speed. Never let go of the cord when rewinding.
Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the tool.
Keep the cord and taps dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
As with any electrical device, dry your hands before using the reel. The cord reel is not waterproof
and is not intended for use in, or around, wet or damp areas. NEVER attempt to pick up a
plugged-in reel should it fall into standing water. Electrocution could result.
Periodically clean the cord.
Unplug the power source before cleaning the cord to avoid electrical shock. Use a cloth dipped in
warm water to remove dirt or deposits and ensure correct winding on the reel. Do not use
detergents or solvents which could prove incompatible with cable-winder materials. Allow the
cord and connections to THOROUGHLY dry before plugging the cord back into a power outlet.
Also periodically check the cord for wear or damage. See the maintenance section for the cord
replacement procedure.
Note: If the current through the 49667 or 49669 cord reels exceeds their rating, a circuit breaker in the
wiring will open automatically stopping power at the taps. 49667: After a short period, manually press
the reset button on the side of the case to close the circuit breaker. 49669: Check the circuit breaker
in the lead-in cord and reset or replace it.
Cord Reel Operation
Check the reel for correct operation by slowly pulling out the cord. A “clicking” noise will be heard
every quarter revolution of the drum.
To latch the reel, pull out the cord and allow it to retract after hearing the first few “clicks”.