Reelcraft AFFF Hose Reels MIL-R-24414-V-75 - Manual (Page 7)

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7.0 Principles of Operation
Overview : This hose reel system allows the efficient storage of 50’ or 75’ of 1-1/2” ID hose and the
easy manual deployment/retrieval of the hose. It is designed for use with AFFF and seawater in fire
fighting applications.
7.1 Hose Connection
Lay entire hose length out in front of reel with female end facing reel. Carefully thread female hose
coupling onto male gooseneck, making sure not to cross thread. Next, tighten hose coupling with
wrench. Hose will twist with coupling, be sure to un-twist before winding.
7.2 Retrieval of Hose
The pressure in the hose should be relieved prior to rewinding. The crank is installed, and
wound in a clock-wise direction to rewind the hose. Care must be taken that the hose does not
kink or twist during winding. The hose should be guided to coil in layers, starting on hose connection
side winding towards opposite side and then vice versa with the intent to minimize space between
wraps. If the hose or nozzle becomes snagged, clear by hand, do not use the pinion crank.
7.3 Deployment of Hose
The operator should first check that the handcrank is not attached to the reel. The hand brake should be
loosened to reduce the friction on the pinion rewind. The nozzle and hose can then be pulled off the
reel. Care should be taken to ensure that the hose does not coil or kink while being taken off the reel.
7.4 Repositioning Inlet Assembly
Disconnect the inlet from the supply hose. Carefully remove the four (4) nuts and bolts holding the inlet
in position. Rotate the inlet to the desired angle (4 positions @ 90 degrees). Replace the four (4) nuts
and bolts, making sure they are tightened completely (two (2) wrench sizes required).
7.5 Repositioning Hand Crank
Carefully remove two (2) nuts and bolts holding hand cranking position. Rotate the hand crank to the
desired angle (9 positions @ 20 degrees, through 180 degrees). Replace the two (2) nuts and bolts,
making sure they are tightened completely (two (2) wrench sizes required).
7.6 Repositioning Gooseneck From Bottom Wind to Top Wind (and vice versa)
Disconnect the outlet from the fire hose. Carefully remove the four (4) nuts and bolts holding the outlet
in position. Rotate the outlet by 180 degrees (two (2) positions @ 180 degrees). Replace the four (4)
nuts and bolts, making sure they are tightened completely (two (2) wrench sizes required). Next, unbolt
the four (4) brackets holding the horizontal roller guides and reconnect the rollers and bracket to the
top position holes. Reconnect the fire hose, and wind it back on by rotating the drum clock- wise.
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