The reel has a high quality kink resistant hose supplied.
Note: Before use, pull the hose out to full retraction. Let the hose then
retract slowly. Repeat this operation twice. This will help to shape the
hose and will increase the retracting life of the hose reel.
1. After use, please turn off the water. In some areas of high temperatures
and high water pressure, the sunlight will heat the water and damage
the hose, which will cause the hose to be difficult to rewind.
Turn off the water before retracting the hose.
Do not leave the reel outside during very low temperatures, as the
hose may be less flexible and difficult to retract.
2. Do not let the hose touch any chemical or substance, such as acetone,
white spirits or acid etc.
Note: Read the next section carefully to understand how the automatic
lock functions. The automatic lock will not engage at every extended
length.
The automatic lock can be engaged at anytime while the ratchet is clicking.
The clicking of the ratchet occurs every half turn of the wheel. To activate
the locking mechanism pull the hose to the desired length, slowly pass 1 to
3 clicks and gently release the pressure on the hose, it will lock into
position. To retract simply pull the hose out approximately 30cm and allow
the hose to retract. When retracting the hose it is recommended a
minimum of 25% of the hose has been extended and the water has been
turned off at the tap.
To ensure the hose retracts fully, place the hose into a large loop on the
ground, free from anything that will impede the retraction.
IMPORTANT
IT IS IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY REASONS AND OPTIMUM
PREFORMANCE THAT THE OPERATOR HOLDS THE NOZZLE END
OF THE HOSE DURING RETRACTION.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE HOSE BE RELEASED
WHILE RETRACTING THE HOSE.
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POINTS TO NOTE
HOW TO CORRECTLY LATCH AND RETRACT HOSE
