Current Tools 518 User manual

INSTRUCTION SHEET AND PARTS LIST
This manual is free of charge. All personnel who operate the Convertible
Cart should have a copy of this manual and read and understand its
contents. To request a copy, call, write to the address below or visit
our website. All information, specifications and product designs may
change due to design improvements or updates and are subject to
change without notice. Current Tools does not assume any liability for
damages resulting from misuse or incorrect application of its products.
Model 518 Convertible Cart
Read and understand this material before operating
the Convertible Cart. Failure to understand how to
safely operate this Convertible Cart may result in
injury or property damage.
11/2021
CURRENT TOOLS • P. O. BOX 17026 GREENVILLE, SC 29606
800.230.5421 or 864.721.4230 • FAX [phone] • www.currenttools.com

RETAIN SAFETY INFORMATION
• ALWAYS set convertible cart on a firm, level surface.
• ONLY roll on a firm, flat, smooth surface.
• NEVER stand in front of the cart (payout direction) while dispensing.
• ALWAYS have control of the reel when loading or unloading.
• Keep the area free of personnel who are NOT involved with the loading,
unloading, or dispensing process.
• ALWAYS engage both wheel stops and dispense from the bottom of the
reel and away from the handle.
(See Figure 1).
• DO NOT attempt to dispense cable
from reels that are damaged. Reels
that are damaged may fail to roll
freely and can be pulled off the cart
or cause the cart to flip.
• DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of
the cart.
• ALWAYS ensure the reel turns freely
while dispensing. If the reel stops
turning, discontinue the pull and
determine cause.
This manual should be read and understood by all personnel who operate
or service this Convertible Cart. Failure to understand how to operate and
service this equipment could result in injury or death. This unit should only
be operated by qualified personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Model No. 518
Overall Dimensions 65"L × 33½"W × 36"H
Weight Capacity 500 lbs
Maximum Reel Width 25½"
Maximum Reel Diameter 30"
Weight 112 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS
2
WARNING
ALWAYS engage both wheel stops and
dispense from the bottom of the reel and
away from the handle
PAYOUT
DIRECTION
WHEEL STOP
(BOTH SIDES)
FIGURE 1

3
BENDING
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TO LOAD REEL ONTO THE CART
1) Insert the spindle through the center of the reel.
2) Ensure the handle is in the horizontal
position and secured on both sides
with the quick release pins. (See Figure 3).
3) Lift the cart and engage the upper
or lower spindle slot.
NOTE: Use your foot to help
control the cart while loading
and unloading.
TO USE AS A 4 WHEEL CART
4) Lift the reel and continue to lower the handle until all four wheels are on
the floor.
5) Remove the quick release pins and lift the handle to the vertical
position. Install the quick release pins to secure
the handle in the vertical position. (See Figure 3A).
6) Use the handle to push the cart and transport the reel.
QUICK RELEASE PIN
(Vertical Handle
Position)
QUICK RELEASE PIN
(Horizontal Handle Position)
SPINDLE
SPINDLE
SLOTS
QUICK RELEASE PIN
(Vertical Handle
Position)
QUICK RELEASE PIN
(Horizontal Handle
Position)
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 3A

4
TO DISPENSE FROM THE CART
1) Position the cart as needed and tighten both
wheel stops against the wheels to help prevent
the cart from moving while dispensing.
(See Figure 4)
2) ALWAYS dispense from the bottom of the
reel with the payout direction away from
the handle. NOTE: The handle can be in
either the horizontal or vertical position
when dispensing. PAYOUT
DIRECTION
WHEEL STOP
(BOTH SIDES)
FIGURE 4
BENDING
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS — CONTINUED
ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.
12-1501-4 NUT – HEX NYLON INSERT (3/8-16) 8
277-017 WASHER – FLAT 3/4" (SAE) 6
377-017A WASHER – FLAT SAE ZINC (1/2) 2
499-5 WHEEL 2
599-10 CASTER – SWIVEL 2
6281-1INUT – NEX NYLON INSERT THIN (5/8-11) 2
7281-2D SCREW – HEX HEAD CAP GR5 ZINC (3/8-16 ×1.25") 6
833-52 WASHER, 3/8 USS PLAIN 6
9452-27 WASHER – LOCK MEDIUM, 3/8 ZINC 6
10 518-001 3/4" × 4" SHOULDER BOLT 2
11 518-002 1/2" × 2 1/2" SHOULDER BOLT 2
12 518-130 FRAME 1
13 518-131 HANDLE 1
14 504-199 SPINDLE 1
15 615-2IWASHER, LOCK 3/4" 2
16 66-003 QUICK RELEASE PIN, ZINC (1/2" ×3") 2
17 953TR-003 SWIVEL PAD 2
18 9548-743 T-SCREW 2
EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST