ReelCraft RT Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Spring Driven Reels - Condensed Version
Series RT Series 4000 / 5000
Series 3000 Series 5005
Read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate
or maintain this product. 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 completion of these instructions; however, manufac-
Safety
1. Only use designated fluid media as
specified by manufacturer. Contact manu-
facturer for information regarding other
fluid media uses.
2. Before connecting reel to supply line,
ensure that pressure and temperature
does not exceed maximum rating of reel.
3. Remember, even low pressure is very
dangerous and can cause personal injury
or death.
4. Do not exeed maximum installation
height of 16 feet unless specified.
5. A high tension spring assembly is
contained within the reel. Exercise
extreme caution. Do not open tamper-
resistant compartment in Series RT,
80000, D80000, SD, 9000, and HD70000
reels.
6. Remove all spring tension before
beginning disassembly process.
7. Ensure that reel is properly installed
before connecting input and output
hoses.
8. Bleed fluid/gas pressure from
system before servicing reel.
9. If a leak occurs in the hose or reel,
remove system pressure immediately.
10. Pull hose from reel by grasping the hose
itself, not the hose end attachment.
11. Operator should always walk hose back
to reel during retraction.
12. If reel ceases to unwind or rewind,
remove system pressure immediately.
Do not jerk excessively on hose!
13. Treat and respect the hose reel as any
other piece of machinery, observing all
common safety practices.
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Air / Water / Oil / Grease Reels
Series 7000 / RS7000
Series DP
turer is not responsible for ommissions. To obtain the complete
version of Reelcraft's service manuals, technical bulletins and sup-
port, please visit www.reelcraft.com or call customer service during
business hours.
Installation
A flexible hose connection must be used
between the hose reel inlet and the source
of supply to prevent possible misalignment
and binding. Series 80000, D80000, SD, and
9000: the swivel union is packed separately in
the reel carton, use teflon tape or pipe sealant
to assure a satisfactory seal when installing
swivel. Do not over tighten.
Mounting & Guide Arm Adjustment
The hose reel is equipped for universal
mounting so that it can be mounted on a
structurally sound floor, wall, or ceiling;
whichever provides maximum performance.
The hose guide arm must be rotated to a
position that allows the hose to feed through
the roller brackets with minimal bending.
Replace the fasteners. When rotating guide
arm, the U-bolt must be placed in the proper
location, otherwise the reel might "latch or
lock out" during use. Refer to complete
version of online manual for proper U-Bolt
locations (not applicable for Series RT,
DP5000, DP7000, or SD).
Lubrication
Hose reel spring and bearings are factory-
lubricated and require no further lubrication.
Install/Replace the Hose
CAUTION: Exercise extreme caution when
adding or removing spring tension. Ensure
reel base is fastened down prior to
adjusting tension. Do not move spool
while tightening hose or latch will disengage.
Do not let go of the hose until latch
mechanism is engaged.
Series HD70000
Series 80000 / D80000
1. To achieve proper tension, wind spool
flange required number of turns (refer
to Tech Bulletin online). Do not over-
tighten.
2. Engage hose latching mechanism.
3. Insert hose through roller guide.
4. Connect hose fitting to female outlet.
Install bumper stop at desired position.
Spring Tension Adjustments
To adjust spring tension, add or remove wraps
of hose from the spool, one wrap at a time,
until desired tension is obtained (refer to
safety cautionary statements). Hose
latching mechanism can be removed for
constant tension applications.
Repairs
To avoid damage and/or injury, extensive
repairs should only be performed by the
manufacturer's service center. Noncompliance
may void warranty. CAUTION: Remove all
spring tension and system pressure before
disassembly process.
Two Year Limited Warranty
Reelcraft now offers a two year limited
warranty on most products. For complete
warranty information, online warranty
registration, service manuals, and return
information, please visit www.reelcraft.com.
Series SD
Series 9000
Form #1212-1108 Rev: 1/2020