Legacy Levelwind L8305 Operating manual

TM
Please read and follow instructions
carefully; otherwise, warranty may be void.
Mounting Options:
CAUTION: Maximum installation height is 15 ft. (4.5 meters) above ground. Maximum weight of hose end tools is 4 lb. ( 2 kg). Maximum working
pressure is 350 PSI (24 bar). (140 PSI (9.65 bar) for Models L8346, L8347, L8349 & L8350). 300 PSI (20.68 bar) for Model L8335. Do not stand or
step on top of reel!
Installation:
LEVELWIND 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 FIGURE 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 FIGURE 2 ).
Operating Instructions:
LEVELWIND retractable hose reels can operate in FREERUN or can be latched every 3 ft. (91 cm) by switching to the LATCHING ZONE. Simply turn
the mode switch to desired position! ( SEE FIGURE 3 )
THE “LATCHING ZONE”: LEVELWIND 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.
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!
Retractable Air, Nitrogen & Water Hose Reels
Parts and Technical Service Guide
LevelwindTM Series
INS8306 ( Revised Date: 2009-02-25 )
Mounting overhead
Up to 15 ft. (4.5 m) from floor. Use
standard replacement part L8300-W Wall /
overhead bracket.
Mounting to wall
Positioned up to 5 ft. (1.5 m) high.
Use standard replacement part
L8300-W Wall /Overhead bracket
Mounting to a bench
Use optional Bench / High Wall mounting
bracket model L8300-B
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
Male end to source
Female end to reel inlet
Fig. 2
Reel Inlet
Lead-in Hose
Fig. 1
A
Bracket
Rod
B
Bracket
1
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
retracting 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
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
Model L8305
Model L8310-EU
Model L8346
Model L8305N
Model L 8305-EU
Model L8335
Model L8347
Model L 8306
Model L8335-EU
Model L8347
Model L 8306
Model L8335-EU
Model L8349
Model L8306-EU
Model L8344
Model L8350
Model L8310
Model L8345
Model L8350-EU

SEVEN POSITION LOCKING BRACE
LEVELWIND 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 FIGURE 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 FIGURE 5B)
3) Rotate bracket so that it is at desired angle & lock into place
with fastener. (SEE FIGURE 5B)
Maintenance Procedures
TENSION ADJUSTMENT:
This reel is preloaded with spring tension that is set at the factory.
If the reel becomes completely un-tensioned, 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.
1) Lay reel on its side. ( SEE FIGURE 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
clock wise to increase tension. Turn counterclockwise to
decrease tension.
5) Replace hub plate screws and tighten. Return reel to mounting bracket.
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 FIGURE 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 replacing hose.
Sideplate removal
3) Locate inlet sideplate. Remove four fasteners (SEE FIGURE 9 ). While placing fingers on grooves located on the top and bottom of sideplate,
depress locking tabs at the same time with thumbs (SEE FIGURE 10). Rotate side plate either way until sideplate unlocks. Remove sideplate.
4) Remove wear plate (SEE FIGURE 11). Unscrew two fasteners on wear ring and remove wear ring (SEE FIGURE 12).
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Replacement Hose Kits
Model # Description
RP005005 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8305
RP005005-N Replacement Hose Assembly for L8305N
RP005005-EU Replacement Hose Assembly for L8305-EU
RP005006 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8306
RP005006-EU Replacement Hose Assembly for L8306-EU
RP005008 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8310
RP0050058-EU Replacement Hose Assembly for L8310-EU
RP005035 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8335
RP005035-EU Replacement Hose Assembly for L8335-EU
RP005023 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8344
RP005069 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8345
RP005047 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8347
RP005049 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8349, L8346
RP005069 Replacement Hose Assembly for L8350
RP005069-EU Replacement Hose Assembly for L8350-EU
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Phillips Screw Driver, 3/4 in. Socket Wrench
Fig. 5a Fig. 5b Fig. 6
Factory Preset Tensioning Table
Model # # of Turns
L8305 3
L8305N 3
L8305-EU 3
L8306 5
L8306-EU 5
L8310 4
L8310-EU 4
L8335 4
L8335-EU 4
L8344 4
L8345 4
L8346 4
L8347 4
L8349 4
L8350 11
L8350-EU 11
Fig.7
Fig. 8
Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12
Optional Bench/High Wall
Mounting Bracket
(see figure 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 FIGURE 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 FIGURE 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. (SEE FIGURE 17) Pull
enough hose to allow the hose to connect to hose barb on swivel.
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 FIGURE 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.
SWIVEL REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper performance, please refer to the
Swivel Replacement Kit table to order the correct part number. Call
1(800) 645-8258 to order kit.
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 FIGURE 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.
5/8"
3/8"
3
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:
Call 800-645-8258 if you have any questions
regarding the installation or operation of this
reel.
Fig. 13 Fig. 14
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
Fig. 18
Troubleshooting
1) HOSE WILL NOT RETRACT
1a. Pull on hose, push latching switch to FreeRun mode.
Retract hose into reel.
1b. Spring is broken. Call service center.
2) HOSE WILL NOT FULLY RETRACT
2a. Spring tension too light?
2b. Replacement hose too heavy?
2c. Hose not retracting evenly? Is the Levelwind™
mechanism not working properly?
3) REEL WILL NOT LATCH
3a. Are you releasing hose too quickly?
3b. Broken latching pawl or mode switch?
4) REEL LEAKS
4a. Damaged hose?
4b. Loose fittings?
4c. Worn swivel seals?
Swivel Kits
Part # Description
RP005007-38 Swivel Replacement kit for reel model L8305, L8305N,
L8305-EU, L8306, L8306-EU, L8310 & L8310-EU
RP005007-12 Swivel Replacement kit for reel model L8335, L8335-EU, L8345,
L8350 & L8350-EU
RP005007-58 Swivel Replacement kit for reel model L8344, L8346,
L8347 & L8349
Fig. 17

Legacy Manufacturing Company 6281 North Gateway Drive Marion, IA 52302 USA
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
[e-mail] www.legacymfg.com
Optional Bench &
High Wall Mounting
Bracket Model L8300-B
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TM
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY*
LEGACY MANUFACTURING COMPANY ("LEGACY") warrants that this equipment will be
free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) year from the date
of purchase, under normal use. LEGACY’S sole obligation under this warranty is limited
to replacing or repairing, free of charge, any equipment that proves to be defective under
normal conditions and use according to the recommendations of LEGACY. To obtain repair or
replacement, the equipment must be shipped to a LEGACY authorized Warranty and Service
Center during the warranty period, transportation charges prepaid, with proof of date of
purchase. In the event of repair or replacement, the warranty period shall not be extended
beyond the original warranty period.
* If this equipment contains a hose, the hose is warranted for ninety (90) days only. The
remaining portions of this equipment are warranted for two (2) year, as described above.
While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Legacy equipment can be performed by any
company, we recommend that you use only authorized Legacy service centers. Improper
or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair voids this warranty. Contact us at info@
legacymfg.com or www.legacymfg.com for ordering, installation instructions. or a list of
authorized service centers.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Repair Parts
Ref. # Repair Part Description
1 L8300-W Bracket for wall or overhead ceiling mounting
2 RP005000BK Outer Top Case w/Trim Ring Black
3 RP005002BK Swivel Plate Side Assembly Black
4 RP005007-38 Swivel Body Assembly 3/8 in. hose
4 RP005007-12 Swivel Body Assembly 1/2 in. hose
4 RP005007-58 Swivel Body Assembly 5/8 in. hose
5 RP005015 Drum Assembly for 50 ft. hose
5 RP005016 Drum Assembly for 75 ft. & 100 ft. hose
6 RP005010-14 Layering Device Assembly for Model L8335,
L8335-EU, L8344, L8346, L8347 & L8349
6 RP005010-20 Layering Device Assembly for Model L8305, L8305N
L8305-EU, L8306, L8306-EU, L8310, L8310-EU,
L8345, L8350 & L8350-EU
7 RP005012-137 Drive Belt for Model L8335, L8335-EU, L8344
L8346, L8347 & L8349
7 RP005012-140 Drive Belt for Model L8305, L8305N, L8305-EU,
L8306, L8306-EU, L8310, L8310-EU, L8345,
L8350 & L8350-EU
8 RP005004BK Latch Plate Side Assembly Black
9 RP005003 Tension Cover
10 RP005001BK Outer Bottom Case Black
11 RP005018 Latch Spring and Pawl
12 Lead-in Hose ( See Replacement Lead-in Hose table
on Page 4 )
13 RP005011 Hose Stopper
14 Hose ( See Replacement Hose Kit table on Page 2 )
Lead-in Hose Replacement
Part # Description
L8305LI 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8305, L8306 & L8310
L8305LI-10 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8305, L8306 & L8310
L8305LI-EU 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8305-EU, L8306-EU & L8310-EU
L8305LI-10-EU 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8305-EU, L8306-EU & L8310-EU
L8305NLI 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8305N
L8335LI 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8335
L8335LI-10 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8335
L8335LI-EU 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8335-EU
L8335LI-10-EU 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8335-EU
L8345LI-10 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8345
L8347LI 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8347
L8347LI-10 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8347
L8349LI 3 ft. lead-in hose for L8349, L8344 & L8346
L8349LI-10 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8349
L8350LI-10 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8350
L8350LI-10-EU 10 ft. lead-in hose for L8350-EU
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Levelwind Reels
Latch Pawl & Spring Replacement in Latch Sideplate:
Tools Required:
• Phillips Screw Driver
• 3/4” Socket Wrench or 3/4” Combination Wrench
1) Lay reel on its side with latch sideplate (8) facing you.
2) Place wrench on hex in center of tension cover (9). HOLD WRENCH FIRMLY, DO NOT
ALLOW SPRINGTO UNWIND UNCONTROLLED.
3) Remove two Phillips screws fastening the tension cover to the latch sideplate.
4) Carefully unwind tension by allowing the tension plate to rotate counter-clockwise
and keep track of the number of complete revolutions as you unwind the spring.
5) Remove tension cover from drum axle shaft.
6) While placing fingers on grooves located on the top and bottom of sideplate (3),
depress locking tabs at the same time with thumbs. Rotate sideplate either way until
sideplate unlocks. Remove sideplate.
7) Turn sideplate so the inside is exposed. Use fingers to pinch tabs of mode lever and
remove lever from latch pawl. Remove spring ends from latch pawl and sideplate.
8) Use Illustration (next page) to position spring ends in latch pawl and sideplate.
Position the latch pawl correctly using illustration, and push mode lever thru
sideplate and into pawl. Be sure locking tabs have fully locked thru pawl. Try flipping
mode lever to be certain pawl is moving correctly, and positions match those shown
in illustration.
9) To ease installation of the latch sideplate, place the latch switch in “Free Run” position.
Replace sideplate so that the plate snaps flush ot side of reel. Turn sideplate until
locking tabs connect to sideplate.
10) Place tension cover on drum axle shaft, and rotate clockwise the number of turns
that you counted when you unwound the tension. Replace screws.
11) Place switch in “Latching” position and return the reel to service.
Lubrication & Pumping Equipment • Hose & Hose Reels
Legacy Manfacturing Company • 6281 N.Gateway Dr.• Marion, IA 52302 • Ph: 319.373.7305 • Fx: 319.373.7309 • [email protected] • www.legacymfg.com
rev. 11-10-08

Extra stop is
cut off - not
used
Install pawl and spring in this
position, and mode switch on
outside of sideplate in the
position shown below
Push pawl to stop as shown
above, and be sure mode
switch lever on outside of
sideplate in position shown
below
Back of
Sideplate Back of Sideplate
Front of
Sideplate Front of Sideplate
Be sure spring is not
binding against
inside of cover plate