Flexzilla L8305FZ Operating manual

Owner’
Retractable Air & Water Hose Reels with Levelwind™Technology
Air & Water Hose Reels Parts & Technical Service Guide
Legacy Manufacturing Company
Marion, IA 52302 USA
Ph: 319.373.7305
Fx: 319.373.7309
ser[email protected]
legacymfg.com
INS8306FZ
(Published 12/19/2016 Revised 06/24/2021)
Mounting Options:
Mounting to wall
Positioned up to 5 ft. (1.5 m) high. Use
standard replacement part
L8300-W Wall / Overhead bracket.
High Wall Mounting
Mount reel between 10 ft. and 15 ft.
(3-4.5 m) high on wall. Use optional
Bench / High Wall mounting bracket
Model L8300-B.
Mounting overhead
Up to 15 ft. (4.5 m) from floor. Use
standard replacement part L8300-W
Wall / Overhead bracket.
Mounting to a bench
Use optional Bench / High Wall
racket model L8300-B.
Installation:
The retractable hose reels are designed for minimum assembly.
1) Place bracket on a flat mounting surface. With a pencil trace bracket back holes
onto surface. Use a leveling device to ensure that the bracket will be level once,
fastened. Fasten brackets to surface with screws (screws are not included).
2) Remove bracket rod (A) from bracket (B) (SEE FIG. 1).
3) Place reel into bracket making sure the reel hole is aligned with bracket end holes.
4) Insert bracket rod through the aligned holes of reel and bracket. Insert hitch-pin
clip through end of bracket rod.
5) Connect female end of lead-in hose to inlet connection on reel. Connect male end
to air or water source (SEE FIG. 2).
Operating Instructions:
The retractable hose reels can operate in FREERUN or can latched every 3 ft. (91 cm) by switching to the LATHCING ZONE. Simply turn the
mode switch to desired position (SEE FIG. 3).
THE “LATCHING ZONE”: the reels have a single latching zone. The reel can be latched for every drum revolution approx.
3 ft. (91 cm) of hose. There are audible clicking sounds as the spring loaded latch passes over the latching zone. The latching zone
flips the latch so that the latch goes into or by-passes the latching position. Pulling hose straight out off the reel “flips the latch” so it
can go into the latching position. Retracting the hose into the reel keeps the latch “flipped” so that the latch by-passes the latching
position.
LATCHING - Pull out the desired length of hose. As you are pulling out hose from the reel, listen for a “click”. STOP! Don’t
pull any further! If you keep pulling out hose (more than 14 in. (36 cm)) after hearing the “click”, you will have pulled past the
latching zone. Now, allow the hose to go back into the reel (less than 14 in. (36 cm)) and the latch will drop into the latching
position. The reel is now latched!
RETRACTING - Assuming the latch is engaged in the latching position, pull out hose until you hear a “click” (approx. 14
in. (36 cm)). STOP! Don’t pull any further! If you pull out more than 3 ft. (91 cm) of hose after hearing the “ click”, you will have
gone a full drum revolution and back into the latching zone where the reel will once again be latched. Now, allow the hose to
retract back into the reel.
The hose reel will continue retracting hose until it is fully retracted. If you decide to re-latch the reel while you are still retract-
ing hose, simply listen for a click. STOP! Slowly pull out hose until you hear a second click. STOP! Don’t pull any further. Now,
slowly allow the hose back into the reel (less than 14 in. (36 cm)) and the latch will drop into the latching.
FREERUN MODE: The hose does not latch in this mode. Hose will automatically retract back into reel. The hose stopper position
may be adjusted to desired length for application (SEE FIGURE 4) CAUTION! Do not release the end of the hose when rewinding
as personal injury or damage could result!
Model L8305FZ
Model L8306FZ
Model L8335FZ
Model L8340FZ
s Instructions
mounting b
The color CHARTREUSE as applied to the body of the air and water hose is a registered trademark of Weems Industries, Inc.
Flexzilla is a registered trademark of Weems Industries, Inc. Levelwind is a trademark of Weems Industries, Inc. The Flexzilla Stylized X is a trademark of Weems Industries, Inc.
CAUTION: Maximum installation height is 15 ft. (4.5 meters) above ground. Maximum weight of hose end tools is 4 lbs (2 kg). Maximum working pressure
is 300 PSI (20.68 bar) for Models L8305FZ, L8306FZ and L8335FZ. Do not stand or step on top of reel!

SEVEN POSITION LOCKING BRACE
The retractable hose reels can swing freely on bracket
or can be locked in one of seven positions, allowing for specific
mounting requirements.
Standard bracket
1) Remove bracket rod from reel (SEE FIG. 5A).
2) Place seven position locking brace over bracket so
that bracket rod holes are aligned. Replace bracket rod so that
brace, reel & bracket are attached. Insert hitch-pin clip through
end of bracket rod (SEE FIG. 5B).
3) Rotate bracket so that it is at desired angle & lock
into place with fastener (SEE FIG. 5B).
Maintenance Procedures
TENSION ADJUSTMENT:
This reel is preloaded with spring tension that is set at the factory.
If the reel becomes completely untensioned, please identify
your hose reel model number referenced in the Factory Preset
Tensioning Table to find out how many turns are needed for proper
tensioning. If a heavy air tool is attached to the end of the hose,
you may need to add tension to overcome the weight of this tool.
DO NOT EXCEED one full turn past the number of turns listed in
the Factory Preset Tensioning Chart below.
Model # # of Tension
Turns
L8305FZ 3
L8306FZ / L8340FZ 5
L8335FZ 4
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Phillips Screw Driver, 3/4 in. Socket Wrench
1) Lay reel on its side (SEE FIG. 7).
2) Place wrench on hub fitting plate nut. HOLD WRENCH
FIRMLY.
3) Unscrew hub. DO NOT REMOVE SIDEPLATE.
4) Turn wrench either ½ turn or no more than one full turn.
Turn clockwise to increase tension. Turn counterclockwise
to decrease tension.
5) Replace hub plate screws and tighten. Return reel to
mounting bracket.
Factory Preset Tensioning Table
HOSE REPLACEMENT:
To ensure proper performance, please consult the Hose
Replacement Kit table for the appropriate part number
to order. Call 1(800) 645-8258 to order kit.
Replacement Hose Kits
1) Pull entire length of hose out of reel (SEE FIG. 8).
2) While entire length of hose is out of the reel, place long
screw driver (3/8 in. in diameter (9 mm)) all the way
though the hole located at the back portion of reel. This
eliminates any chance for the reel to retract while replac-
ing hose.
Sideplate removal
3) Locate inlet sideplate. Remove four f
While placing fingers
grooves located on the top and bottom of sideplate, depress locking tabs at the same
time with thumbs (SEE FIG. 10). Rotate side plate either way until sideplate unlocks.
Remove sideplate.
4) Remove wear plate (SEE FIG. 11).
wear ring (SEE FIG. 12).
Model # Description
RP005035-FZ Replacement Hose Assembly for L8335FZ
RP005040-FZ Replacement Hose Assembly for L8340FZ
RP005005-FZ Replacement Hose Assembly for L8305FZ
RP005006-FZ Replacement Hose Assembly for L8306FZ
Replacement Hose Kits
asteners (SEE FIG. 9). While placing fingers on
Unscrew two fasteners on wear ring and remove
Optional Bench/High Wall
Mounting Bracket
(see FIG. 6)

5) Pull swivel assembly firmly from hose spool (SEE FIG. 13 and 14).
6) Unscrew Hose Clamp and pull hose off hose barb on swivel
(SEE FIG. 15).
7) Pull remaining length of hose out reel opening located at the reel front.
8) Take replacement hose through opening located at the front of reel.
Thread hose through hose leveling mechanism(SEE FIG. 16).
9) Insert hose through the center of the hose spool. Four openings are
referenced with the following hose I.D. dimensions located at the center
of hose spool: 3/8 in., 1/2 in., 5/8 in. & 3/4 in.. Locate the hose I.D. and pull
through that opening
10) Replace hose onto hose barb, tighten hose clamp onto hose & place
swivel into hose spool housing.
11) Replace wear ring and fasten with wear ring screws. Replace wear plate
so that the swivel drive tabs insert into wear plate tab receivers
(SEE FIG. 18).
12) Replace sideplate so that the plate snaps flush to side of reel. Turn
sideplate until locking tabs connect to sideplate.
13) Turn swivel so that fastener holes of swivel and sideplate align. Replace
the four sideplate fasteners and tighten.
14) Remove screw driver.
15) Retract hose back into reel.
Replacement
Swivel Body
Part #
Replacement
Hose Stopper
Part #
L8305FZ / L8306FZ RP005007-38 RP005026
RP005007-12 RP005027
Swivel Kits
1) Repeat steps 1-6 in the HOSE REPLACEMENT procedure.
2) Place hose onto hose barb of new swivel body. Tighten hose clamp onto
hose & place swivel into hose spool housing.
3) Replace wear ring and fasten with wear ring screws. Replace wear plate
so that the swivel drive tabs insert into wear plate tab receivers (SEE
FIG. 18).
4) Replace sideplate so that the plate snaps flush to side of reel. Turn
sideplate until locking tabs connect to sideplate.
5) Turn swivel so that fastener holes of swivel and sideplate align.
Replace the four sideplate fasteners and tighten.
6) Remove screw driver.
7) Retract hose back into reel.
Troubleshooting Questions Suggested Tips
1. Hose will not retract back into the unit. 1a. Ensure the Latch Spring & Pawl isn't engaged
1b. Follow the Tension Adjustment Procedure (See pg 2)
1c. Replace Internal Drum Assembly
2. Hose will not fully retract back into the unit. 2a. Follow the Tension Adjustment Procedure (See pg 2)
2b. Is the replacement hose too heavy? (Rubber?)
2c. If hose bunches, adjust the Layering Mechanism Timing
3. Hose will not lock in 3' intervals. 3a. Are you releasing the hose too quickly?
3b. Is the Latch Spring & Pawl engaged?
3c. Replace the Latch Spring & Pawl Mechanism
4. Internal leak. 4a. Replace the hose if it is damaged.
4b. Replace the Swivel Body (a-rings are not available separately)
Troubleshooting Guide
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:
(SEE FIG. 17). Pull enough hose to allow the hose
to connect to hose barb on swivel.
Call 800-645-8258 or email [email protected]
if you have any questions regarding the installation
or operation of this reel.
Model #
L8335FZ / L8340FZ

Replacement Lead
Hose Part # Replacement Lead Hose Material, Size, & Type
L8305FZ / L8306FZ L8305FZLI Flexzilla® 3/8” x 5’ Air Hose - Lead In
L8335FZ L8335FZLI Fl
Flexzilla® 1/2” x 10’ Water Hose - Lead In
exzilla® 1/2
L8340FZ L8340FZLI
” x 5’ Air/Water Hose - Lead In
Ref.# Replacement Part# Description Needs to be replaced If... Corresponding Model#
1a L8300-W Wall / Overhead Mounting Bracket New mounting hardware is needed All Models
1b L8300-B Bench / High Wall Mounting Bracket An alternative mount is needed All Models
2 RP005000BK Top Outer Housing Half w/ Trim Ring & Housing Clips - Black The upper housing is damaged All Models
3 RP005002BK Swivel Body Side Plate - Black The side plate is damaged All Models
All Models
All Models
All Models
All Models
All Models
4 RP005007-xx Swivel Body - Based on hose inner diameter Internal leaking See Replacement Swivel & Hose Stop Chart
5a RP005015 Internal Drum Assembly / Retraction Spring The hose does not retract the hose at all 50’ Model
5b RP005016 Internal Drum Assembly / Retraction Spring The hose does not retract the hose at all 70’ and 75’ Models
6a RP005010-14 Layering Device Assembly The layering mechanism doesn’t operate L8335FZ
6b RP005010-20 Layering Device Assembly The layering mechanism doesn’t operate L8305FZ & L8306FZ
L8305FZ & L8306FZ
7a RP005012-137 Layering Device Drive Belt The layering mechanism doesn’t operate L8335FZ
6c RP005010-18 Layering Device Assembly The layering mechanism doesn’t operate L8340FZ
7b RP005012-140 Layering Device Drive Belt The layering mechanism doesn’t operate
8a RP005004BK Latch Switch Side Plate w/ Latch Spring & Pawl Mechanism- Black The hose does not lock the desired length
7c RP005012-138 Layering Device Drive Belt The layering mechanism doesn’t operate L8340FZ
8b RP005004GRNT Latch Switch Side Plate w/ Latch Spring & Pawl Mechanism- Granite The hose does not lock the desired length
9 RP005003 Tension Cover The tension cover is cracked or damaged
10 RP005001BK Bottom Outer Housing Half w/ Housing Clips - Black The bottom housing is damaged
11 RP005018 Latch Spring & Pawl Mechanism The hose does not lock the desired length
12 Lead In Hoses Lead in or Supply Hose The hose is damaged or leaks See Replacement Lead Hose Chart
13 Hose Stoppers Hose Stop The hose stopper is not stopping the hose See Replacement Swivel & Hose Stop Chart
14 Hose Assembly Hose Assembly w/ Hose Stopper The hose is damaged or leaks See Replacement Hose Assembly Chart
Replacement Parts
Replacement Lead-In Hoses
FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For warranty information visit flexzilla.com/warranty or call 800-645-8258
Model #