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Series SD10000 Spring Driven Reels
Fig. 1
Adjusting Spring Tension
If the hose cannot be pulled all the way out, or if it does not retract all the way back onto the hose reel, you may need to
adjust the spring tension. To do so follow these steps:
1. Relieve the pressure and bleed the line of all fluid. It is recommended that the supply line be removed from the supply
source to eliminate the possibility of pressurized fluid injuries and/or accidental spills.
2. Pull the hose out and engage the latch.
3. Remove the dispensing valve (not shown) and bumper stop.
4. Pull the loose end of the hose back in through the hose rollers, and manually wrap the hose onto the reel.
5. Rotate the reel in the direction of the appropriate arrow shown in Fig. 2, keeping the hose wrapped on the reel.
6. Check the spring tension after each rotation. The hose must pull out and retract fully.
7. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have the proper amount of spring tension.
Caution:
Do not increase the spring tension to the point that the spring winds up tightly before the hose is fully ex-
tended. A spring that is wound up too tightly stops the reel from rotating before the hose is fully extended, which puts
excessive strain on the hose and reel drive spring and could damage the reel.
8. Reroute the hose through the hose rollers, and reinstall the bumper stop and dispensing valve
