Adjusting Spring Tension
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Increasing Spring Tension
1.
Loosen, but
DO NOT REMOVE,
bolt (A) (approxi-
mately 3 to 5 turns) (F
. 23).
2.
Loosen
screws (B) approximately 3 to 5 turns.
Do
not remove screws (B) yet (F
. 24).
3.
Insert ratchet (C) in slot (D) first, then entirely
remove screws (B) (F
4.
Tighten spring by turning ratchet (C) clockwise.
Refer to Table 1 to determine the number of full
turns recommended for setting the spring tension for
your hose reel model (F
. 26).
Table 1: Recommended Turns to Set Spring Tension
F
IG
. 23
F
IG
. 24
A
B
F
IG
. 25
Model
Approx. No. Turns From Fully Relaxed
Position to Increase Spring Tension
HSHC5
12
HSLC8
7
HSLD5
10
HSLE3
12
HSMC8
7
HSMD5
13
HSPB8
9
F
IG
. 26
B
C
B
D
C