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Greenlee Tools, Inc.

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Reel-X

 Fish Tape

4455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815-397-7070

Identification and Illustration

Components

1.  Front Housing
2.  Rear Housing
3.  Reel Cartridge
4.  Pulling Eye
5.  Fish Tape Material
6.  Storage Lock
7. Screws

Specifications

Fish Tape Material Specifications

Unit Specifications

Catalog Number Material Type Diameter

Length

Tensile Strength

Housing Diameter

Housing Thickness

Weight

FTXF-50

Fiberglass

11/64 in (4.4 mm)

50 ft (15.2 m)

300 lbs (1.3 kN)

12.8 in (325 mm)

2.5 in (64 mm)

3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)

FTXF-100

Fiberglass

11/64 in (4.4 mm)

100 ft (30.5 m)

300 lbs (1.3 kN)

12.8 in (325 mm)

2.5 in (64 mm)

4.2 lbs (1.9 kg)

Features

A. Primary Exit: 

•  Traditional exit allows for ambidextrous use of the 

case at any orientation or angle

B. Secondary Exit: 

•  Set your case on the ground to free up both hands 

while feeding into conduit or pulling

C. Storage Lock 

•  Keeps the fish tape contained within the case 

during transport

D. Textured Grip

•  Ribbing along the edge of the case allows you to 

hold it securely at any angle

E. Quick-Change Reel Cartridge

 

•  Inner reel spins freely to reduce tape friction, 

speeding up your pull 

•  Eliminates binding and overcomes kinks 
•  2x Faster (when compared with a traditional  

fish tape)

Benefits

Maximum Comfort & Ergonomics 

•  Reduce fatigue with lower forces needed to feed  

& pull tape  

•  Decrease discomfort during use with a case that 

promotes neutral arm & wrist positions

•  Minimize strain with a case designed to encourage 

holding it closer to your body

Speed & Versatility

•  Swap-out reel cartridges to quickly replace tape
•  Case opens easily to access reel and remove any 

dirt & debris

•  Case designed to fit all users and most  

fishing environments

•  Fish faster when you hold the case between your 

legs or set it on the ground to free up both hands

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Summary of Contents for Reel-X FTXF-100

Page 1: ...MANUAL Reel X Fish Tape 2019 Greenlee Tools Inc 11 19 Read and understand all of the instructions and safety information in this manual before operating or servicing this tool Espa ol 13 Fran ais 25 5...

Page 2: ...ion and Illustration 5 Features 5 Benefits 5 Specifications 5 Tool Operation 6 Pre Operation Inspection 6 Set Up and Operation 6 Storage Maintenance 7 Assembly Storage 7 Reel Cartridge Storage 7 Repla...

Page 3: ...jury or property damage Read and understand this material before operating or servicing this tool Failure to understand how to safely operate this tool could result in an accident causing serious inju...

Page 4: ...ildren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the tool or these instructions to operate the fish tape Fish tapes are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools with care Check for misa...

Page 5: ...both hands while feeding into conduit or pulling C Storage Lock Keeps the fish tape contained within the case during transport D Textured Grip Ribbing along the edge of the case allows you to hold it...

Page 6: ...dition which may prevent safe and normal operation If any problems are found do not use the fish tape until the problems have been repaired 3 Inspect and maintain any other equipment being used per it...

Page 7: ...fer to replacement reel assembly instructions Note Using incorrect lubricant can increase friction and decrease ease of use This product works best with a silicone lubricant or equivalent no additives...

Page 8: ...reel Over tightening screws will strip housing threads and weaken unit Under tightening screws will weaken unit Replace housing if threads are stripped Make sure to properly secure fish tape at all t...

Page 9: ...the 4 screws fig 1 component 7 until tight 10 Extend and retract fish tape material to ensure the reel freely spins If reel does not spin freely check to ensure tape is inside of guide wall and guide...

Page 10: ...ass core Do not oversand Note Do not touch the fiberglass surface after sanding Do not attempt to reuse the end fitting A new end fitting is required for a good bond 4 Test assemble the new fitting to...

Page 11: ...2988 USA 815 397 7070 USA Tel 800 435 0786 Fax 800 451 2632 Canada Tel 800 435 0786 Fax 800 524 2853 4455 Boeing Drive Rockford IL 61109 2988 USA 815 397 7070 2019 Greenlee Tools Inc An ISO 9001 Compa...

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