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1) Release the back stop (anti-reverse) into the operating position by gently lifting
handle until it releases from the locked position.
2) Turn the water supply on and increase the machine pressure until it reaches the
desired operating pressure.
3) Engage the gearbox with the gearbox handle, to put the reel into rewind motion.
IMPORTANT!!! Never force this lever into gear. Forcing into gear will irre-
vocably damage the gearbox and void the warranty. Lever should be pushed
gently into gear, allowing the gears to mesh. This process is best completed
with water running through the turbine.
Standard ose ewind
Quick ose ewind
4) Adjust hose retraction speed. On a manual speed control machine, this is com
pleted by adjusting the position of the bypass valve. Full reel speed is achieved
with the valve turned full counterclockwise. To slow the retraction speed, slowly
turn the bypass valve clockwise until the desired retraction speed is obtained. On
computer speed control machines, speed is adjusted by entering the desired re-
traction rate (feet/hour) on the computer key pad. The speed can be adjusted any
time in operation by using the + or - buttons on the key pad. See the Golden
Rain manual for specific instructions concerning the computer setting/operation.
The purpose of the PTO shaft on the gearbox is to rewind the hose quickly by using the tractor. If for any reason you need
to wind the hose up quickly then follow these steps.
1.
WARNING!
Make sure the handle on the gearbox is in the idle or disengaged position, otherwise severe damage will
occur to the gearbox. Disengage the anti-reverse lever.
2. Connect the tractor PTO drive line to the gearbox shaft on the Micro Rain.
WARNING!
Read drive-line directions for
proper use of the PTO drive-line. Neither Micro Rain nor Micro Rain dealers are responsible for improper use of the drive
line which can result in injury or death.
3. Slowly activate the tractor power take off and the reel will begin to wind up. Roll up hose at the slowest possible RPM.
IMPORTANT!!
Do not engage PTO with high RPM. This can damage the drive gear.
IMPORTANT!!
When using the PTO shaft, there is no automatic stop at the end of the run. The PTO must therefore be
stopped before the hose is completely wound up to avoid damage to the gun cart or the end of the hose. It is recommended
the final wrap or two to be wound up manually.
IMPORTANT!!
To avoid irregular rewinding of the hose when using a PTO, it may be necessary to wind the hose up
under water pressure to avoid excessive ovaling of the hose.