Reelcraft SW5000 Serie Instructions D'utilisation page 2

Series SW/TW5000 Welding Hose Reels
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MOUNTING
Caution: Unless reel was specified differently when ordering,
maximum installation height is 10 feet. Do not exceed this dis-
tance. Observe all applicable NEC, OSHA & local codes when
installing this equipment.
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1. Unpack and inspect reel for damage. Turn by hand to
check for smooth operation. Check for completeness.
2. Configure reel for top, side, or bottom-wind hose dispens-
ing by removing bolts (or nuts) (1) securing guide arm
bracket (2).
3. Determine new guide arm bracket location and remove
corresponding bolts, (or nuts). Position guide arm bracket
to reel and replace bolts (or nuts).
4. Position reel on floor, wall or ceiling. Secure into place
using four (customer supplied) screws or bolts (3).
INSTALLING THE INPUT HOSES
Caution: Apply teflon tape to all input connections to insure
a proper seal.
Series TW
Acetylene/fuel gas
inlet 1/4" FPT
(Red)
Series SW
INSTALLING THE OUTPUT HOSES
Caution: Use extreme caution; reel under tension, avoid
releasing latch mechanism.
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1. Manually turn spool assembly until spring is tight, back
2. Route output hoses through guide bracket.
3. Using a wrench, firmly hold on to output fittings on swivel
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
User servicing of the reel is limited to replacing the input/
output hoses or swivel only. Refer all other repairs to an autho-
rized service person or directly to Reelcraft Industries, Inc.
Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or equipment
damage and may void the warranty.
Caution: Rewind hose on reel, then bleed pressure from sys-
tem before performing the following procedures.
1. Replace hoses in accordance with procedures given in
REPLACING THE SWIVEL
Caution: Remove supply line pressure before performing the
following procedure.
1. Remove supply line from swivel.
2. Remove swivel assembly from inlet shaft.
3. Apply thread sealant to threaded connection and re-install
Oxygen
inlet 1/4" FPT
(Green)
ADJUSTMENTS
Caution: Use extreme caution; reel under tension. Avoid
releasing latch mechanism. If necessary, adjust spring tension
of reel by adding or removing wraps of hose from spool, one
wrap at a time, until desired tension is obtained. Add wraps
Acetylene/fuel gas
to increase tension. Remove wraps to decrease tension. When
inlet 1/4" FPT
adding wraps of hose, be careful not to exceed the winding
mechanisms spring capacity. Add just enough wraps of hose to
achieve the desired tension. Damage to the winding mechanism
will result if spring is over-tensioned.
off three turns, then latch.
while tightening the hose connector.
"Installation Instructions" section of this manual.
swivel assembly to inlet shaft by reversing steps 1 & 2.
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