ReelCraft L 5000 Series User manual

Operating Instructions
Reelcraft Industries, Inc. • 2842 E Business Hwy 30, Columbia City, IN 46725
Ph: 800-444-3134 / 260-248-8188 • Fax: [phone]
Customer Service: 855-634-9109 • [email protected] • www.reelcraft.com
Series L 5000 Spring Driven Cord Reels
Read this manual carefully before installing,
operating or servicing this equipment.
IMPORTANT
Form# 565-291 Rev: 9/2023
Voltage AMPS Frequency
125 13 60 HZ Single Phase
125 15 60 HZ Single Phase
600 16 60 HZ Single Phase
125 20 60 HZ Single Phase
125 30 60 HZ Single Phase
Electrical Information
L 5550 123 3 L 5550 123 3B L 5550 123 7A L 5550 123 X
L 5550 123 3A L 5550 123 7 L 5550 123 7Q L 5550 124 X
Dimensions - Size Index
A17 5/8”
B16 3/4”
C9 3/4”
D2 1/2”
E10 1/2”
F2 1/8”
Personal injury and/or equipment damage may
result if proper safety precautions are not
observed.
• Ensure that only a qualified electrician
installs/services this equipment.
• Ensure that power supply voltage does not
exceed maximum voltage rating of reel.
• Ensure that reel is properly installed before
connecting to power supply.
• All cord reels with flying leads must be hard
wired to ensure proper function.
• Ensure that all electrical power is removed
from reel before servicing.
• A high-tension spring assembly is
contained within the reel. Exercise extreme
caution.
• Check for frayed and/or broken wires before
each use. Pull electrical cord from reel by
grasping the electrical cord itself, not the
work device.
• If an electrical malfunction should occur,
remove power from reel immediately.
• Ensure that reel, electrical cord, and
equipment being serviced are properly
grounded. Use an ohmmeter to check
ground continuity.
• If reel ceases to unwind or rewind, remove
power immediately. Do not pull or jerk on
electrical cord!
• Treat and respect the reel as any other piece
of machinery, observing all common safety
practices.
Mounting
CAUTION: Unless reel was specified differently
when ordering, maximum installation height
is 16 feet. Do not exceed this distance. Ensure
that only a qualified electrician installs/services
this equipment. Installation of GFCI cord reels
should be performed by a qualified and licensed
professional in accordance with building codes
and applicable NEC standards.
1. Unpack and inspect reel for damage. Turn
by hand to check for smooth operation.
Check for completeness.
2. Configure reel for top, side or bottom-
wind (bottom-wind for constant tension
reels only) electrical cord dispensing by
removing bolts (1), securing guide arm
bracket (2). Determine new guide arm
location and remove corresponding bolts.
Position guide arm bracket to reel and
replace bolts.
3. Position reel on floor, wall, or ceiling.
Secure into place, using four (customer
supplied) screws or bolts (3).
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Installing the Input Electrical Cable
WARNING: Use only 12/3 or 16/3 cable for input wiring. Ensure that
application does not exceed electrical rating of reel.
1. Feed input cable (3) through elbow (1) and main shaft. Make sure
that input cable extends 6” from collector.
2. Screw elbow (1) into reel.
3. Connect input wires (3) and collector ring wires (4) together using
splicing connectors (5).
4. Take the provided zip tie (not pictured) and zip tie the input cable
wires together closest to the slip ring.
5. Assemble cover (6) to reel.
Installing the Output Electrical Cable
WARNING: Select output cable in accordance with power requirement
of apparatus to be supplied. Ensure that application does not exceed
electrical rating of reel. Use extreme caution, reel under tension. Avoid
releasing latch mechanism.
1. Manually turn sheave (4) until spring is tight, back off 2 turns, and
latch.
2. Remove access cover (9).
3. Remove 6” of output cable outer jacket (3).
4. Route cable through strain relief (1), then through cut out in spool
(4).
5. Pull enough cable through for roughly 1/2 an inner wrap. Route
cable behind the brush holder (10), then route cable through the
two cable clamps (8) securing it in place.
6. Connect output wires with splicing connectors (7) as shown.
7. Connect ground wire to grounding stud (6) as shown.
8. Using Ohmmeter check for ground faults.
9. Replace cover (9).
10. Release latch and wind cable onto reel.
11. Install bumper stop (2).
Adjustments - Spring Tension
If necessary, adjust spring tension on reel by adding or removing
wraps of electrical cord from spool, one wrap at a time, until desired
tension is obtained. Add wraps to increase tension. Remove wraps to
decrease tension.
WARNING: When adding wraps of electrical cord, be careful not to
exceed the winding mechanism’s spring capacity. Add just enough
wraps of cord to achieve the desired tension. Damage to the winding
mechanism will result if spring is over-tensioned. Always be aware of
spring tension on reel. Exercise extreme caution.
Troubleshooting Instructions
Troubleshooting of the reel consists of isolating a problem to a
defective electrical cord/work device, brush holder/brushes, or collector
assembly. Refer any other discrepancies only to an authorized service
person or directly to Reelcraft.
WARNING: The following procedure directs the technician to take
voltage measurements. Remember, even low voltage is dangerous and
can cause personal injury or death. Exercise extreme caution! Ensure
that only a qualified electrician installs/services this equipment.
1. If work device is either an incandescent, replace bulb with a known
good bulb. If this does not correct the problem, proceed to step 2.
If work device is an electrical receptacle, ensure that tool or fixture
connected to it is in good working order. If it is, proceed to step 2.
2. Remove power from reel.
3. Remove access cover (9).
4. Reapply power to reel.
5. Check for correct voltage (120 V AC) at splicing connectors (7).
If voltage reading is correct, replace output electrical cord/work
device (refer to Service Instructions). If voltage reading is incorrect,
proceed to step 6.
6. Disconnect power from reel.
7. Using ohmmeter, check continuity of input electrical cord. If cord
checks good, proceed to step 8. If cord is faulty, replace it (refer to
Service Instructions).
8. Remove brush holder (10) and brushes (12) from reel and inspect
(refer to Service Instructions). Replace defective components then
proceed to step 9.
9. Reapply power to reel.
10. Check for correct voltage (120 V AC) at splicing connectors (7).
If voltage reading is still incorrect, replace defective collector
assembly (10) (refer to Service Instructions).
11. Replace access cover (9).
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Service Instructions
Maintain reel by following the service instructions given below. Refer
all other repairs, other than those listed, only to an authorized service
person or directly to Reelcraft. Failure to do so can result in personal
injury and/or equipment damage and may void the warranty (refer to
page 5 when referencing parts).
WARNING: Remove power from reel before performing any of the
following procedures.
Replacing the Output Electrical Cord/Work Device
WARNING: Use extreme caution, reel under tension. Avoid releasing
latch mechanism.
1. Pull output electrical cord from reel until fully extended, then latch.
2. Remove output electrical bumper stop (2).
3. Disconnect output electrical cord/work device (3) at splicing
connectors (7).
4. Remove strain relief (1). Remove output electrical cord/work device.
5. Install replacement electrical cord/work device by reversing steps 2
through 4.
6. Release latch and rewind electrical cord onto reel.
7. Replace access cover (9).
Replacing the Input Electrical Cord
1. Remove splicing connectors (15) securing input electrical cord to
collector assembly (10).
2. Remove 90 degree elbow (not pictured).
3. Remove input electrical cord.
4. Remove 11” of outer jacket from replacement input electrical cord
(input electrical cord wires must protrude a minimum of 6” from
center of collector assembly).
5. Install replacement input electrical cord by reversing steps 1
through 3.
6. Replace access cover (9).
Replacing the Brush Holder/Brushes
1. At splicing connectors (7), remove wires connecting brushes (3) to
outlet wire.
2. Remove nuts holding brush holder (10) to reel. Relocate cable
clamp (8) temporarily and remove brush holder (10).
3. Remove brushes from brush holder (10).
4. Install replacement brush holder (10) and brushes (12) by
reversing steps 1 through 3. Upon completion of installation,
ensure good contact between new brush installation and ring.
Replacing the Collector Assembly
1. Remove splicing connectors (13) securing input electrical cord to
collector assembly.
2. At splicing connectors (7), disconnect wires (11) connecting
brushes (12) to splicing connectors.
3. Remove lock nuts securing brush holder (10) to reel. Relocate
cable clamp temporarily and remove brush holder.
4. Remove snap ring (16).
5. Remove collector assembly (14).
6. Install replacement collector assembly by reversing steps 1 through
5. Upon completion of installation, ensure good contact between
new brush installation and ring.
7. Replace access cover (9).
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Item
#Description # Req. L 5550 123 3 L 5550 123 3A L 5550 123 3B L 5550 123 7
1Pipe Fitting 90° Elbow / Conduit
Box & Cover 1 S261140 S261140 S261140 S261140
2Screw, Set Pin 1 300006 300006 300006 300006
3Spring Case and Hub 1 S600094 S600094 S600094 S600094
4Screw 10-32 x 1/2 7 300002 300002 300002 300002
5Spring Case Stud 1 S261360 S261360 S261360 S261360
6Drive Spring Assembly 1 S600050 S600050 S600050 S600050
7Base Assembly 1 600029 600029 600029 600029
8Nut, Nyloc 21 S82-15 S82-15 S82-15 S82-15
9Guide Arm and Roller 1 S500107 S500107 S500107 S500107
10 Latch Bumper 1 S400021 S400021 S400021 S400021
11 Main Shaft 1 602348 602348 602348 602348
12 Latch Bushing 1 S400012 S400012 S400012 S400012
13 Latch Plate Assembly 1 S400109 S400109 S400109 S400109
14 Latch Plate Spring 1 S400018 S400018 S400018 S400018
15 Spacing Washer 2 300034 300034 300034 300034
16 Spring Arbor
Latch Cam
1
1
S400017
S500019
S400017
S500019
S400017
S500019
S400017
S500019
17 Disc, Sheave 1 260151 260151 260151 260151
18 Strain Relief 1 260697-R 260697-R 260697-R 260697-R
19 Sheave Assembly 1 600281 600281 600281 600281
20 Gasket 1 260696 260696 260696 260696
21 Split Lock Washer 3 902016 902016 902016 902016
22 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 3 S2-42 S2-42 S2-42 S2-42
23 Snap Ring 1 300031 300031 300031 300031
24 Plate Adapter 1 261577 261577 261577 261577
25 Grounding Cord 1 600283 600283 600283 600283
26 Cord Clamp 1 262371-1 262371-1 262371-1 262371-1
27 Slip Ring and Brush 1 S602296 S602296 S602296 S602296
28 Snap Ring 1 S140-13 S140-13 S140-13 S140-13
29 Cover 1 261723 261723 261723 261723
30 Inlet Cord Assembly Plug 1 260630 602002 602002 260630
31 Outlet Box/Cord Assembly 1 N/A N/A N/A 602332-50
32 Outlet Cord Assembly Receptacle 1 600282 602386 602451-50 N/A
33 Flying Leads 1 N/A N/A N/A N/A
34 Bumper Assembly 1 1-HR1004 1-HR1004-A 1-HR1004-A 1-HR1004
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Item
#Description # Req. L 5550 123 3 L 5550 123 3A L 5550 123 3B L 5550 123 7
1Pipe Fitting 90° Elbow /
Conduit Box & Cover
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1S261140 S261140 262293 262294
262293
262294
2Screw, Set Pin 1 300006 300006 300006 300006
3Spring Case and Hub 1 S600094 S600094 S600094 S600094
4Screw 10-32 x 1/2 7 300002 300002 300002 300002
5Spring Case Stud 1 S261360 S261360 S261360 S261360
6Drive Spring Assembly 1 S600050 S600050 S600050 S600050
7Base Assembly 1 600029 600029 600029 600029
8Nut, Nyloc 21 S82-15 S82-15 S82-15 S82-15
9Guide Arm and Roller 1 S500107 S500107 S500107 S500107
10 Latch Bumper 1 S400021 S400021 S400021 S400021
11 Main Shaft 1 602348 602348 602348 602348
12 Latch Bushing 1 S400012 S400012 S400012 S400012
13 Latch Plate Assembly 1 S400109 S400109 S400109 S400109
14 Latch Plate Spring 1 S400018 S400018 S400018 S400018
15 Spacing Washer 2 300034 300034 300034 300034
16 Spring Arbor
Latch Cam
1
1
S400017
S500019
S400017
S500019
S400017
S500019
S400017
S500019
17 Disc, Sheave 1 260151 260151 260151 260151
18 Strain Relief 1 260697-R 260697-R 260697-R 260697-R
19 Sheave Assembly 1 600281 600281 600281 600281
20 Gasket 1 260696 260696 260696 260696
21 Split Lock Washer 3 902016 902016 902016 902016
22 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 3 S2-42 S2-42 S2-42 S2-42
23 Snap Ring 1 300031 300031 300031 300031
24 Plate Adapter 1 261577 261577 261577 261577
25 Grounding Cord 1 600283 600283 600283 600283
26 Cord Clamp 1 262371-1 262371-1 262371-1 262371-1
27 Slip Ring and Brush 1 S602296 S602296 S602296 S602297
28 Snap Ring 1 S140-13 S140-13 S140-13 S140-13
29 Cover 1 261723 261723 261723 261723
30 Inlet Cord Assembly Plug 1 602002 602002 262307 262328
31 Outlet Box/Cord Assembly 1 602333-50 602813-50 N/A N/A
32 Outlet Cord Assembly Receptacle 1 N/A N/A N/A N/A
33 Flying Leads 1 N/A N/A 602353-50 602475-50
34 Bumper Assembly 1 1-HR1004 1-HR1004 1-HR1004 1-HR1004