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INSTALLATION
The hose reel may be mounted to a wall, floor or ceiling as required. Ensure the mounting
hardware and the mounting position is of sufficient strength to support the hose and reel, plus the
force required to extend the hose.
Choose a suitable mounting position close enough to the compressor that the two items can be
connected together using a shorter length of hose and from where, the air compressor can be
conveniently adjusted. Mount the CAR9PC reel using two M8 bolts with washers secured through
slots in the mounting bracket. Expanding bolts are supplied with the CAR15PC model for
attaching to the building structure.
When the reel is secured in position, attach the air hose coming from the compressor. Wrap the
threads of the male connector with teflon tape or other thread sealant, and connect to the air inlet
hose of the hose reel. Use teflon tape at hose outlet when attaching air powered tools.
OPERATION
Check the reel for correct operation, as follows:
Gently pull out the hose - a series of clicks will be heard, every half revolution of the drum.
When a click is heard, release the hose. It should be held by the latch. Continue to pull out the
hose, and after a series of clicks, at various lengths, release it to check the operation of the latch.
To release the latch, give the hose a brief pull, and allow the hose to retract, under control, until
the stopper rests on the hose guide. Do not suddenly let go of the hose. If the hose becomes
twisted, pull out a long length of hose before retracting so as to smooth out the hose.
When not in use, avoid leaving the reel exposed to very low temperatures which will make the
hose less flexible and difficult to retract.
Avoid contact with chemicals and solvents such as acetone, white spirit etc.
