STAGE NINJA Performance Series Manual

TW
BW
SW
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
for Cantilever-style, Open Spool Reels
WARNING
Even low voltage can cause damage or death!
Always be aware of spring tension on reel. Exercise
caution while operating or servicing this equipment.
Safety Precautions
Personal injury and/or equipment damage may
result if proper safety precautions are not observed.
• Ensure that only a qualified electrician (if electrical)
or technician installs/services this equipment.
• If applicable, ensure that power supply voltage does
not exceed maximum voltage rating of reel.
• Ensure that reel is properly installed before
connecting to power or signal supply.
• All cord reels with flying leads must be hard wired
to ensure proper function.
• Ensure that all electrical power or signal is removed
from reel before servicing.
• A high-tension spring assembly is contained within the
reel. Exercise extreme caution.  Remove all spring
tension if disassembling.
• Discontinue use immediately if you notice any frayed,
exposed and/or broken wires.
• If your reel has a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
receptacle, test monthly. A GFCI does not protect
against short circuits and overloads. It is designed to
protect people from line-to-ground shock hazards.
• Pull cord from reel by grasping the cord itself, not the
work device.
• If an electrical malfunction should occur, remove
power from reel immediately.
• Ensure that reel, cord, and equipment being serviced
are properly grounded. Use an ohmmeter to check
ground continuity.
• If reel ceases to unwind or rewind, remove power or
signal immediately. Do not jerk excessively on the cord!
• Treat and respect the reel as any other piece of
machinery, observing all common safety practices.
Installation Instructions
1. Unpack and inspect reel for damage. Turn by
hand to check for smooth operation. Check for
completeness.
2. If not preconfigured for your application, configure
reel guide arm for top (TW), side (SW) or bottom (BW)
wind (bottom wind is for constant tension reels only).
Remove bolts (1) and guide arm bracket (2). Deter-
mine new guide arm location and remove corre-
sponding bolts. Position guide arm bracket to reel
and replace all bolts.
3. Position reel on structurally sound floor, wall, or ceil-
ing. Secure into place using four (customer supplied)
screws or bolts (3) appropriate to the substrate you
are mounting to.
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Read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate or maintain this product. Only qualified persons
should install this product. Failure to comply with instructions may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Every attempt is made to insure accuracy and completion of these instructions; however, manufacturer is not
responsible for ommissions.
Ensure that only a qualified electrician or technician installs/services this equipment. Observe applicable national and
local building and wiring codes when installing this equipment.

Service Instructions
Maintain reel by inspecting cable and connectors for
damage at least annually. While inspecting cable, wipe
with a water dampened microfiber cloth (chemical cleaners
can damage cable jacket). If you need to use a cleaner,
use a “tire wet” product available at any auto parts store.
Reel spring and bearings are factory lubricated and re-
quire no further lubrication.
WARNING Disconnect power/signal from reel before
performing service. If a repair is needed, contact Stage
Ninja to determine course of action. Failure to do so
can result in personal injury and/or equipment damage
and will void the warranty.
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Adjusting Spring Tension
If necessary, adjust spring tension on reel by adding or
removing wraps of cord from spool, one wrap at a time,
until desired tension is obtained. Add wraps to increase
tension. Remove wraps to decrease tension.
Add a wrap by pulling out approximately 3 feet of cord
until reel locks (if constant tension, maintain pull to keep
it from recoiling). Grip cord behind/under guide arm, pull
cord back through while looping around spool. Add two
or three wraps until desired tension is achieved. If you
cannot deploy the full length of cord, you have too much
tension for your length.
CAUTION 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.