SER 7338-C
Severe-Duty Welding Hose Reel
Revision (12-07)
10
Alemite Corporation
Reel Operation
WARNING
Do not exceed the lowest pressure rating
of any component in the system.
Heed the Warnings within the manual(s) enclosed
with all welding equipment. For example, bleed all
hoses when not in use for 30 minutes.
Ensure all components are in operable condition.
Replace any suspect parts prior to operation. Per-
sonal injury can occur.
Hold the delivery hose securely until the reel is
securely latched or fully retracted. Uncontrolled
retraction can result in personal injury.
Latch Lockout
Do not extend the hose from the reel too rapidly. Too
much velocity can cause the reel to over-run and latch. If
this occurs, pulling on the hose will not release the latch
mechanism.
Should the reel latch in this condition, it will be
necessary to have an assistant maintain tension on the hose
while the latching mechanism is manually released.
WARNING
The reel is under maximum spring tension.
Personal injury can occur.
1. Instruct the assistant to grip the hose securely with
both hands to prevent uncontrolled retraction.
2. Grip the Sheave Assembly securely with gloved hands.
• Gloves should be non-slip.
3. Turn the Sheave Assembly in the direction just enough
that allows Pawl (
23
) to be free of tension from the
ratchet on Power Spring Assembly (
26
).
• This direction further increases tension on the power
spring.
4. While maintaining the position of the Sheave assembly
with one hand, move the Pawl away from the ratchet.
• Use a screwdriver or other suitable tool.
5. Instruct the assistant to allow the hose to retract slowly
onto the Sheave Assembly.
