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Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Introduction Welcome to Measurements in this manual are in U.S. units unless stated otherwise. AMADAS The machine sides are designated water inlet side and level-wind chain side. Industries Product Support If you have a problem or cannot find an answer in this manual, contact your Reel Rain Jr.
Introduction Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Dimensions Alphabet letters (A-H) refer to specific dimensions, which are shown in photos below and on next the page. Model B110G E110G PE Hose Inside Diameter 1.10 in. 1.10 in. PE Hose Length 280 ft.
Safety Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Safety First This safety alert symbol is used to indicate Owner’s Responsibilities messages related to safety. When you see The owner is responsible for the safe this symbol, obey the safety message to operation of this product.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Safety Safety Guidelines Read this Manual • Know the controls on the Reel Rain Jr. and also how to shut off the primary water supply! • Do NOT allow children to operate the Reel Rain Jr.
Safety Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Use Caution around Stay Away from Operating Pressurized Lines Sprinklers • • For your protection, always use caution Stay away and keep others away from when working with, around the sprinkler gun during operation.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Safety Safety Practices • Never service or make adjustments while the Reel Rain Jr. is pressurized! • Keep hands and clothing clear of the Shut the water off at the source before machine! attempting service, •...
Safety Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Location of Safety Messages IMPORTANT! NEVER remove safety messages from the machine!! These safety messages are on your machine for the operator’s safety. You MUST read and follow these precautions to prevent injury!
Before Starting Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Machine Components B110G Bellows Stabilizer legs Secures the machine in a stationary position for hose pullout and retraction. Controls the bellow cycling shutoff at the end of an irrigation run or in case Shutoff bar of hose mis-wrap.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Before Starting E110G Electric Drive Motor Stabilizer Secures the machine in a stationary position for hose pullout and legs retraction. Controls the motor shutoff at the end of an irrigation run or in case of hose Shutoff bar mis-wrap.
Before Starting Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Gun Cart Tow chain Used for pulling out the gun cart for an irrigation run. Diaphragm Controls water flow to the sprinkler. valve** Sprinkler Controls the option of shutting the water off to the sprinkler after an irrigation selector run.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Before Starting Handling the • If loose coils of hose are noticed after the Polyethylene Hose hose is pulled out, they must be tightened by rotating the spool by hand. If this is not possible, pull all of the hose...
Before Starting Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Transport Options 2. Remove the handle and turn it over. Your Reel Rain Jr. can be configured for towing with a small machine or towing by hand. To tow by hand: Tow with the handle in the position shown below.
Startup & Operation Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Important!! The success of the Reel Rain Jr. irrigation system depends a great deal on the your understanding of the proper pullout and startup procedures. Do NOT attempt to operate this machine until you have read and understood “Handling the Polyethylene Hose”...
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Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Startup & Operation Startup 6. Insert the stabilizer legs firmly into the ground and confirm they have made good ground contact. Bellows exhaust discharge Stabilizer Legs E110G (electric motor): Disengage the drive pinion by pulling the motor mount pin and sliding the motor down and away from the drive ring gear.
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Startup & Operation Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Startup 9. Disengage the pawl(s) by lifting the pawl 11. Pull the gun cart out the desired distance. rod into the up position. If the pawls do Make sure to pull the hose out slowly (DO...
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Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Startup & Operation Startup Optional Water Shutoff Machines Only IMPORTANT! If the standard irrigation Machines equipped with the optional water run does not require the use of 100% of shutoff can be set in either the ON or OFF the hose on the Reel Rain Jr., it will be...
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Startup & Operation Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Startup IMPORTANT! When using the Optional Water Shutoff Machines Only automatic water shutoff feature, be sure the water can be shut off automatically without damaging the water supply or the Reel Rain Jr.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Startup & Operation Operation B110G Bellows Drive 5. Set the speed control valve to the desired Refer to the drawing below. retraction speed. NOTE! The Reel Rain Jr. requires 45 PSI 6. Observe water pressure, travel speed, and...
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Startup & Operation Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G B110G Bellows Drive Drain 8. Relieve the water pressure by opening the drain 9. Disconnect from the water supply. 10. Roll up and store the water supply line. 11. Roll up the bellows drive water exhaust hose and store.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Startup & Operation E110G Electric Motor Drive 4. Wait for all of the air to be purged from the system and the sprinkler gun to Refer to the drawings below. operate smoothly. 1. With the water supply off, engage the pawl rod into its lower (down) position.
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Startup & Operation Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G E110G Electric Motor Drive 10. Roll up and store the water supply line. IMPORTANT! The Reel Rain, Jr. and the The Reel Rain Jr. is ready to be moved water supply must be shut off manually.
Performance & Adjustments Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Water Application Rates A variety of settings can accomplish the same Depth of Water Applied water application, as shown in the examples below for a 0.20” water application: The depth of water applied by the Reel Rain Jr.
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Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Performance & Adjustments Setting Travel Speed Use the following example to determine how Charts for each Reel Rain Jr. model and gun to figure the retrieval speed of the gun cart, are shown on the next two pages.
Performance & Adjustments Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Adjustments Level-Wind Timing Proper timing of the level-wind mechanism is essential to the successful operation of the Reel Rain Jr. Improper level-wind timing will result in mis-wrapped hose. Travel will be...
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Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Performance & Adjustments Level-Wind Timing 3. Align the timing mark with the timing mark 5. Rotate the level-wind input sprocket until decal arrow. the hose follower is in its most extreme position (all the way to the end of the level-...
Performance & Adjustments Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Adjusting the Spool Brake NOTE! It is not necessary to remove the The purpose of the spool brake on the Reel level-wind chain guard to adjust the spool Rain Jr. is to prevent coasting of the spool brake.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Performance & Adjustments Drive Pinion Clearance 2. Slide the motor mount bracket in towards With the motor mount pin engaged, the drive or away from the drive ring gear. pinion to drive ring gear clearance should be 1/16”...
Performance & Adjustments Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Level-Wind Chain 3. Re-tighten the nut. The level-wind chain tension is adjusted with the chain idler located under the level-wind chain guard. IMPORTANT! DO NOT attempt to adjust the level-wind chain tension with the spool...
Maintenance & Repair Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Maintenance and Repair Maintenance Procedures Tire Pressure Inspect perform maintenance Inflate tires to 28 PSI. procedure after 100 hours of use. Your Reel Rain Jr. machine is equipped with Delrin® spool bearings, drive arm pivot bearing, and level-wind screw that do NOT need lubrication.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Maintenance & Repair Polyethylene Hose Repair Install Mender: 1. Cut the hose on either side of the damaged area, making sure the cuts are straight. WARNING Installing fittings repairing polyethylene hose used on your Reel Rain Jr.
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Maintenance & Repair Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Polyethylene Tube Repair 5. Unscrew the mender from the hose. 6. Repeat Steps 4-5 for the other side, watching for the left-hand thread. 7. Using the wrench to turn the center, start the mender in both ends simultaneously.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Maintenance & Repair Filter (B110G) WARNING Your B110G Reel Rain Jr. is equipped with a filter to protect the water motor from dirt and NEVER attempt to clean the filter while the debris that may be present in the irrigation machine is pressurized.
Maintenance & Repair Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Tubing Removal (B110G) Pawl Rod (Hold Out) Rod To remove the small tube lines from their When the pawl rod is in its upmost position (on fittings: hose pullout), the pawls must completely clear the drive ring gear.
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Maintenance & Repair Electrical Information for E110G Battery IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES! The battery is a sealed battery. DO NOT Constant or overcharging will damage any ATTEMPT TO OPEN. battery and shorten its life. Charge to at least 14.4 volts but no more than 14.6 volts at 68°...
Maintenance & Repair Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G In-Line Fuse The fuse is an automotive-style fuse, 5 AMP rated. Motor Control Wiring Diagram 8/3/2013 MAN133...
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Maintenance & Repair Machine Winterization Freezing will damage type 2. Remove the discharge hose to allow water polyethylene hose used on your Reel Rain Jr. to drain through the discharge hose fitting. Even though the hose does not need to be drained, you MUST drain all metal parts.
Maintenance & Repair Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G E110G Open the drain under the entry fitting to allow all water to drain out. Drain 8/3/2013 MAN133...
Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Maintenance & Repair Gun Cart (Both Models) Gun carts with the optional water shut down: 1. Pull approximately 3-4 coils of hose off of the spool. Open the drain on the diaphragm valve. 2. Open the drain plug located under the gun cart.
Maintenance & Repair Reel Rain Jr. B110G & E110G Storage 4. Make sure all openings such as the 1. Lubricate all points in the lubrication water inlet are plugged so rodents and chart (page 34) to prevent rust and insects cannot bring foreign material into corrosion from forming.
5. Spool brake adjustment Delivery Checklist: Review the operator manual with the user and explain the following: 1. AMADAS warranty policy and claims procedure 2. Safe operation and service 3. How to operate your Reel Rain Jr. 4. Transporting the Reel Rain Jr. on roads or highways.
AMADAS Reel Rain Jr. WARRANTY AMADAS products are warranted to the original user for a period of one year from the date of the purchase invoice, that the equipment will be free from defects in material and workmanship subject to the following conditions: Satisfaction of this warranty will be limited to the replacement or repair or modification of the equipment involved at the manufacturer’s...
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