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CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Rust
Your hose reel cart will give you many seasons of reliable and functional hose storage. As with any steel
product, there is always the chance for rust developing over time. Your hose reel cart finish is designed
for industrial applications, but even the toughest of coatings can be compromised by scratches. Such
minor surface damage can occur in shipping despite our best efforts. We have found that most
scratches occur during assembly and/or installation. If the base metal is exposed to the elements long
enough, rust will develop. We recommend that you periodically inspect your cart for any surface
damage. Scratches can easily be repaired by using standard automotive touch-up body paint. Some of
our most loyal customers recommend that at the end of each season, the unit be cleaned and painted
with a clear acrylic paint. Two other sources of rust acceleration is exposing the reel to yard fertilizers or
leaving your hose reel standing in grass. Be sure to rinse off your hose reel cart after it comes in contact
with freshly fertilized grass. Also, try to park your hose reel cart on solid ground. Leaving it standing on
top of vegetation promotes condensation on the undercarriage of the unit.
Leaks
Your hose reel cart is manufactured with the finest quality components available. All components are
manufactured to rigorous quality standards not common in other consumer grade hose reels available
today. When you install your hose reel, be sure the hose washers are in place and all fittings are secure.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN
as you might damage the components. If you live in more temperate
climates, be sure to drain the unit of any residual water before storing.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT
TO FREEZING TEMPERATURES
while water remains in the plumbing system.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem: Swivel head is not rotating, causing the leader hose to kink up.
Solution: Remove leader hose and turn the square head of the swivel several times; apply
lubricant.
Problem: Leaking Fixtures (galvanized tee; brass coupling; swivel)
Solution: Apply Teflon/Plummer's Tape or/and make sure fixtures are tightened.
TIPS
•
To help delay rust, check for any scratches on your hose cart. Apply clear acrylic/weatherproof paint
to avoid rusting.
•
Drain water before storing.
• DO NOT
drink water from the hose.
• DO NOT
leave water running though the hose reel cart while not in-use or unsupervised.
•
Turn off water after each use.
