Ironton 61099 User manual

READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Garden Hose Reel
with 5/8In. x 50Ft. Hose
Owner’s Manual
WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item #61099

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Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read
the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin
using it.
This hose reel is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool
and Equipment is not responsible for issues arising from modification or
improper use of this product such as an application for which it was not
designed. We strongly recommend that this product not be modified
and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.

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Table of Contents
Intended Use..........................................................................................................................................4
Packaging Contents..............................................................................................................................4
Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................4
Important Safety Information...............................................................................................................4
Specific Operation Warnings...............................................................................................................6
Main Parts of Hose Reel.......................................................................................................................6
Assembly Instructions..........................................................................................................................6
Before Each Use....................................................................................................................................7
Operating Instructions..........................................................................................................................7
After Each Use.......................................................................................................................................8
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................................................8
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................8
Parts Diagram........................................................................................................................................9
Parts List................................................................................................................................................9
Replacement Parts..............................................................................................................................10
Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................................11

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Intended Use
The Ironton Garden Hose Reel with 5/8In. x 50Ft. Hose is ideal for water applications. It has a hose
guide system, speed control device, and durable construction. It can be used for gardens, schools,
car-repair, hospitals, and mining.
Packaging Contents
Reel
Hose
Owner’s Manual
Technical Specifications
Important Safety Information
⚠WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury
or property damage.
The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be
aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
Do not modify this product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the product
was designed.
Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. This
product will be safer and do a better job at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use
this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
⚠WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas
may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence
Max.
Pressure
Application
Material
Working Temperature
Hose I.D.
Hose Length
90 PSI
Water
PVC
0-140° F
5/8in.
50ft.

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of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite the
flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Do not allow the product to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated
and contact will cause electrical shock.
Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the product.
Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury
and/or property damage if contacted.
⚠WARNING
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use
the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts. Air vents on the tool often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
Wear the proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Use ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety
goggles (not safety glasses) with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. Use a dust mask in
dusty work conditions. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems,
and hearing protection when appropriate. This applies to all persons in the work area.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
⚠CAUTION
HOSE REEL USE AND CARE
Do not force the hose reel. Products are safer and do a better job when used in the manner for
which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct product for the job.
Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the
product with a damaged part.
Store the hose reel when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product.
Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with
another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than
the tool itself.

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Specific Operation Warnings
⚠WARNING
Do not exceed the rated pressure of 90 PSI.
Do not point nozzle at people or animals.
Always hold on to the hose while rewinding to prevent the hose whipping.
Not for use by or around children.
Main Parts of Hose Reel
Part#
Description
Qty.
Part#
Description
Qty.
1-1
Small Gear
1
16
Swivel Body
1
1-2
Roller Frame B
1
17
Plug
1
1-3
Moving Unit
1
18
Retainer
1
1-4
Roller
2
19
O-Ring
2
1-5
Roller Frame B
1
20
Swivel Spool
1
1-6
Taxis Axle
1
21
Screw
4
2
Right Casing
1
22
Synchronous Belt Wheel
1
3
Left Casing
1
23
Synchronous Belt Wheel Guard Plant
1
4
End Cover
2
24
Drum
2
5
Handle
1
25
Screw
4
6
Screw
21
26
Gear
1
7
Hose Assembly
1
27
Ring
1
8
Base
1
28
Guard Plant
6
9
Screw
4
29
Screw
8
10
Main Shaft
1
30
Screw
3
11
Bumper Block
1
31
Washer
2
12
Hose Assembly
1
32
Ratchet Paw
1
13
Spring
1
33
Synchronous Belt
1
14
Clamp
1
34
O-Ring
1
15
Hose Clamp
2
Assembly Instructions
1) For mounting, install the reel on the wall 4.5 feet (1.5m) above the floor, at the most.
2) The reel base has two mounting holes for mounting on a suitable, flat surface for air series (four
mounting holes for water series). The following illustration can be used as a guide for mounting
holes in the base.
3) Using the mounting holes in the base, mount the reel in the desired location. Be sure to use the
appropriate hardware and tighten securely.

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4) The end of the incoming hose can be connected to a desired supply source.
5) Outlet fittings on the reel hose attach to a desired tool or nozzle. Check the connection for
leakage; also check the hose reel for correct operation. See the operation section.
6) If the hose stopper adjustment is required, pull the hose from the reel and allow it to latch at the
desired length. Loosen the stopper bolts and slide the stopper to a position close to the hose
guide. Tighten the stopper bolts and unlatch the reel.
Before Each Use
⚠WARNING
Check for damaged parts before each use. Replace damaged parts before continuing use.
Operating Instructions
⚠WARNING
Do not exceed the rated pressure of 90 PSI.
Do not point nozzle at people or animals.
1. Check the reel for correct operation by slowly pulling out the hose. A clicking noise will be heard
every half revolution of the drum.
2. Latching Mode Switch. When the reel is in the free run state, pull out the hose and allow it to
retract after hearing the first, second, or third click. Then turn the switch 180 degrees to rotate the
direction on the reel to latch the reel.
3. To unlatch the reel, turn the switch 180 degrees counterclockwise. Slowly pull out the hose until
the clicking noise stops. Let the hose retract until the hose stop rests against the hose guide.
4. Periodically check the hose condition for wear or damage, and check the swivel fitting for leakage.
Replace any worn, damaged, or leaking parts.

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After Each Use
⚠WARNING
Always hold on to the hose while rewinding to prevent the hose whipping.
Be sure the hose reel is clean, dry, and stored in a safe place.
To avoid injury, do not allow children to play with the hose reel.
Maintenance
Make sure the hose is in proper working order.
Clean the hose with a cloth dipped in warm water to remove dirt or deposits and ensure correct
rewinding.
Do not use detergents or solvents which could prove incompatible with cable-winder materials.
Dismantling of the unit by unskilled personal could prove hazardous; the risk involved mainly
concern the preloaded springs.
Troubleshooting
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Reel will not latch.
Contact your local supplier or a qualified
technician for service.
Reel is not retracting.
Contact your local supplier or a qualified
technician for service.

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Parts Diagram
Parts List
Part#
Description
Qty.
Part#
Description
Qty.
1-1
Small Gear
1
16
Swivel Body
1
1-2
Roller Frame B
1
17
Plug
1
1-3
Moving Unit
1
18
Retainer
1
1-4
Roller
2
19
O-Ring
2
1-5
Roller Frame B
1
20
Swivel Spool
1
1-6
Taxis Axle
1
21
Screw
4
2
Right Casing
1
22
Synchronous Belt Wheel
1
3
Left Casing
1
23
Synchronous Belt Wheel Guard Plant
1
4
End Cover
2
24
Drum
2
5
Handle
1
25
Screw
4
6
Screw
21
26
Gear
1
7
Hose Assembly
1
27
Ring
1
8
Base
1
28
Guard Plant
6
9
Screw
4
29
Screw
8
10
Main shaft
1
30
Screw
3
11
Bumper Block
1
31
Washer
2
12
Hose Assembly
1
32
Ratchet Paw
1
13
Spring
1
33
Synchronous Belt
1
14
Clamp
1
34
O-Ring
1
15
Hose Clamp
2

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Replacement Parts
For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381.
Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a
convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
When ordering parts, the following information will be required: item description, item model
number, item serial number/item lot date code, and the replacement part reference number.
The distributor reserves the rights to make design changes and improvements to product lines
and manuals without notice.