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Installation of Hose
1. Securely stabilize the reel.
2. Facing the swivel fitting side of reel, turn the drum clockwise, by hand, until the rewind spring is
tight, and drum has latched. As an extra precaution while installing new hose, secure drum in the
latched position.
3. Insert end of the hose through guide roller bracket, and feed through the opening in the drum
flange.
4. Use Teflon tape or pipe sealant on hose fitting threads, screw fitting into swivel and tighten.
Note: To avoid damage to the swivel, use a wrench to support the swivel fitting while tightening the
hose.
5. Attach hose stopper on the other end of hose, near the outlet fitting.
6. Carefully release drum latch, and slowly allow hose to wind onto the reel.
Note: Final spring tension adjustment is accomplished by adding wraps of hose around the drum (to
increase tension) or taking off wraps of hose (to decrease tension). Refer to the Adjustment of Spring
Tension section.
Figure 2.
Before Each Use
⚠WARNING
 Before connecting a pressure source, ensure that supply pressure does not exceed the maximum
working pressure rating of the reel and hose.
 Ensure that the reel is properly installed before connecting input and output hoses.
 Ensure that the hose reel is in proper working order before use.
 Inspect the hose reel fittings, alignment, hoses and components periodically before use.
 Have damaged or worn components repaired or replaced by an authorized technician.
 Use soap and water when checking for air leaks. Exposure of skin directly to pressurized air or
fluids could result in severe bodily injury, including blood poisoning.