Eastwood 3/8 in x 50 Foot Retractable Air Hose Reel Operating instructions

Brand: Eastwood

Model: 3/8 in x 50 Foot Retractable Air Hose Reel

Type: Operating instructions

Eastwood 3/8 in x 50 Foot Retractable Air Hose Reel is a heavy-duty tool designed for years of trouble-free service. With a 50-foot hose, maximum pressure of 300 PSI, and a maximum airflow capacity of 25 cfm, this reel is ideal for various tasks. The adjustable tensioning mechanism and 4 latch positions per half revolution of the reel provide added convenience and control. Easily mount it on a wall, ceiling, floor, or workbench, and enjoy the convenience of a retractable hose that keeps your workspace organized.

RETRACTABLE AIR HOSE REEL

WITH 50’ X 3/8” HOSE

assemBlY & OperatinG instructiOns

(PDF version available at eastwood.com/70449manual)

Part #70449

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The Eastwood Retractable Air Hose Reel is speciﬁ cally designed with heavy-duty components to provide years of trouble

free service. It features a conﬁ gurable hose outlet and a fully adjustable tensioning mechanism for added convenience.

WarninGs

• Do not exceed 300 psi [20.6 bar] of inlet air pressure.

• Never let go of hose and allow it to self-retract. Personal injury and damage to adjacent property and hose reel can result.

includes

• 3/8” I.D. (Inner Diameter) x 3’ [914 mm] connector hose (1/4” FNPT ends).

• Retractable Hose Reel with 3/8” I.D. x 50’ [15.2m] hose.

speciFicatiOns

• 3/8” I.D. x 50 ft [15.2 m] air hose.

• Maximum Pressure: 300 PSI [20.6 bar].

• Maximum Airﬂ ow Capacity: 25 cfm [114 lm].

• Air Inlet thread size: 1/4” FNPT.

• Air Hose outlet thread size: 1/4” MNPT.

• 4 latch positions per 1/2 revolution of reel.

setup & cOnnectiOn

• Unit must be securely mounted on a wall, ceiling, ﬂ oor, workbench etc, capable of holding the static weight of the unit

(24 lbs. [10.9 kg]) plus signiﬁ cant pulling stresses from operation. The use of 1/2” bolts or lag screws with substantial

washers and attachment to a structural member is highly recommended.

• Use the template printed on this instruction booklet for mounting hole locations.

• If placing unit on a studded wall, the use of a 6” x ¾” board capable of spanning a minimum of 2 studs is required as

a mounting surface.

• If attaching to a hollow block wall, the use of a 6” x ¾” x 12” board afﬁ xed to the wall using proper anchors with the

load spread is required as a mounting surface.

• It is best to locate the Reel as close to your compressor as possible to minimize PSI and CFM drop through additional

hoses and ﬁ ttings.

• Use Teﬂ on tape or thread sealant when making connections to the Hose Reel inlet ﬁ tting and adding ﬁ ttings to hose outlet.

Do not overtighten to avoid component damage.

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Mounting

Plate

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Stop Block

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1/4” FNPT

Air Inlet

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1/4” MNPT Air Outlet

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Mounting

Bracket

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Guide Roller

Arm Bolts

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Guide

Roller Arm

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Guide

Rollers

Stop

Block

FIG. A

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Remove Stop Block and

feed hose through

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OperatiOn

• To Extend Hose:

- Slowly and carefully pull hose out to desired length. DO NOT LET GO OF HOSE. The internal ratchet assembly will

click 4x at every 1/2 revolution of the reel. When the ratchet assembly clicking is heard, reduce the pulling force

on the hose and the reel should lock in place.

• To Retract Hose:

- Slowly and carefully pull hose out beyond latching point (no clicking of ratchet). DO NOT LET GO OF HOSE. Guide

hose slowly and allow it to feed onto reel. When the Stop Block reaches the Guide Rollers, the hose can be released.

adjustments

• Hose Free Length: The length of hose that extends beyond the Guide Rollers is factory set at 16” however it can be

adjusted. To do so, pull the hose out several feet and allow it to latch in place. Loosen the two socket head cap screws

in the Stop Block with a 6mm hex key, slide to desired location on hose then re-tighten the screws.

• Guide Roller Location: The position of the Guide Rollers (as viewed from the side of the Hose Reel assembly) is adjustable

in four 90° increments to allow it to be parallel or perpendicular to the ﬂoor wall or ceiling as preferred. (The unit is factory

assembled with the Guide Rollers parallel to the Mounting Plate). To adjust, pull the hose out several feet and allow it to

latch in place. Loosen and remove the four nuts and bolts that attach the Guide Roller Arm to the Mounting Plate, rotate it

to place the Guide rollers in the desired position, line up the four bolt holes then replace hardware and tighten.

• Retractor Tension: The spring tension of the Retractor is factory set at a predetermined tension ideal for most users

however; it can be increased or decreased. Decreasing tension will reduce the effort required to pull hose out for use while

it will reduce the amount of spring assistance while retracting. Increasing tension will increase the effort required to pull

hose out for use and it will increase the spring assistance when retracting.

• To Adjust Tension:

- Loosen and remove the 2 socket head cap screws in the Stop Block with a 6mm Hex Key. Put the halves of the

Stop Block aside.

- Carefully feed the end of the hose backward through the Guide Rollers while ﬁrmly holding the Hose Reel. (Fig. A)

- To Decrease Tension, rotate the Hose Reel counter-clockwise (as viewed from air inlet ﬁtting side) several turns,

feed hose end back out through Guide Rollers and check for tension by pulling hose outward. Repeat as necessary.

Caution: Do not let go of hose or reel during this operation. When the desired tension is achieved; feed the hose

end back out through the Guide Rollers then replace the Stop Block at the desired location on the hose.

- To Increase Tension, rotate the Hose Reel clockwise (as viewed from air inlet ﬁtting side) several turns, feed hose end

back out through Guide Rollers and check for tension by pulling hose outward. Repeat as necessary. Caution: Do not

let go of hose or reel during this operation. When the desired tension is achieved; feed the hose end back out through

the Guide Rollers then replace the Stop Block at the desired location on the hose.

HOse reel maintenance:

• Always keep the hose clean and free of debris to ensure smooth operation of the unit.

• Periodically clean the surface of the Guide Rollers of any accumulated debris.

• Periodically check the air ﬁttings for looseness, leaks, cracks or damage.

• Periodically inspect the hose for splits, cracks or leaks.

• Occasionally check the mounting hardware for looseness or damage.

If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact

The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.544.5118 >> email: techelp@eastwood.com

PDF version of this manual is available online >> eastwood.com/70449manual

The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA

US and Canada: 800.345.1178 Outside US: 610.718.8335

Fax: 610.323.6268 eastwood.com

installatiOn template

Use this full-size template to mark drill holes for the Retractable Air Hose Reel mounting bracket.

Eastwood 3/8 in x 50 Foot Retractable Air Hose Reel Operating instructions

Eastwood 3/8 in x 50 Foot Retractable Air Hose Reel Operating instructions

Eastwood 3/8 in x 50 Foot Retractable Air Hose Reel Operating instructions

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