RETRACTABLE
AIR HOSE REEL
Model TA15B
Read before use & keep for future reference.
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MANUAL CONTENTS
Product Information
What’s Inside The Box
Open Box Check
Tools Requirement
Start To Install
Product Testing
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How To
Problem Guide
Maintenance
Warranty
Products Recommended
Installation Template
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
The Giraffe Tools hose reel is made of quality materials with an auto-retractable feature.
The air hose reel can be mounted on the wall or the ceiling, is equipped with a single
guide arm that can be repositioned within 225° for better function.
Type Steel Air Hose Reel
Length 50 feet
Inner Diameter 3/8 in.
Connect Type 1/4 in. NPT
Hose Material Hybrid
Max. Working Pressure 300PSI
Mount Type Wall, Ceiling, Floor
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WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOX
1 x Retractable Hose Reel
4 x Expansion Bolt:
Φ
12*70
1 x Owner's Manual
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OPEN-BOX CHECK
TOOLS REQUIREMENT
1. Check whether the parts above are complete and in the box.
2. Check for (white) scratches on the product.
If you have any of the issues mentioned above, please contact the Giraffe Tools customer
service team in due time.
Tips: If the received package has a strange scent, know that this is caused by the sealed environment
during shipment overseas.
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Electric drill (9/16")
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Hammer
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Socket set or a Phillips screwdriver
START TO INSTALL
Choose a place
Due to the weight of the filled reel and the pulling force during use, the reel must be
installed on a solid surface, that can withstand 20kg of force. As a matter of convenience,
please install the hose reel close to your compressor outlet.
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Installing the reel
Use the installation template (page 14) to mark the location of the 4 holes.
Use a 9/16" drill bit to drill 2.1 in. deep holes.
Hammer the wall anchors into the 4 holes.
Hang the reel on the anchors, put on the washers and screw on the nuts, then use a
socket set or a Phillips screwdriver to tighten.
Pull out the hose and lock it.
Remove the nut and washer on the guide arm base.
Rotate the arm to the desired position, and re-tighten the washer and nut.
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Tips: Depth is important. Mark a 2.1 in. depth with tape around the drill bit. If the hole is too deep and
the wall anchor is rotating, use a matchstick or similar tool to tighten the hole.
If desired, follow steps 5 to 7 to re-position the guide arm.
Your hose reel is now installed and ready to use!
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PRODUCT TESTING
Check whether the hose retracts as intended:
- Doesn’t retract automatically
- Unable to pause
If you have any of the issues above, please contact the Giraffe Tools customer service by
sending an email to contact@giraffetools.com and provide a corresponding video and
your order number.
HOW TO
Lock / Extend the hose
Retract / Shorten the hose
There are serial locking and non-locking areas in the steel body, and clicks can be heard
when passing through the locking areas. Pull out the hose and stop when hearing the
“click” sound to lock the hose.
To unlock the hose, give the hose a small tug until reaching the non-locking area (when
not hearing the click) to start retraction.
To shorten the hose, start retraction and stop when hearing the click.
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Tips: Hose can only be locked during pulling out process, and can not be locked during retraction.
Always gently retract the hose. If this is not done with caution, the hose reel might get damaged. When
walking backwards at a steady speed, the self-segmenting mechanism inserts the hose and weaves
neatly into the reel, to ensure that it is free from kinks and tangles.
Recommended usage
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Always retract the hose after each use.
There is an "STOP" indication sticker 3.28 feet before the maximum length, don't pull
the hose past this point, otherwise, the retraction mechanism will be destroyed.
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The hose cannot be locked
The hose cannot be retracted or extended
Leakage
Pull or retract the hose a little until you hear the click. Because of the distance between
lock points and unlock areas is very short, if you pull too quickly, you may miss the lock
point.
It is possible for the hose to become jammed if it retracts unassisted. To free the hose of
a jam, pull the hose firmly until it is fully extended. It should now be able to retract once
again. Be sure to walk with the hose in hand at a slow speed as it retracts, until it is fully
stowed.
If a leakage occurs, please contact our customer service team by sending an email to
contact@giraffetools.com with your order number and a picture of the issue.
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The hose is hard to pull
Is the hose reel installed at the correct position? If the hose bends too much at the
outlet, the hose may rub on the orifice, making it dicult to pull.
All mounting holes must be fixed to the wall.
Send a photo of the problem to the customer service center for help.
The reel fell off the wall
Check whether the reel was installed correctly.
PROBLEM GUIDE
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Inspect the tool's air hose for cracks, fraying or other faults before each use. Discontinue
use if the air hose is damaged or hissing is heard from the air hose or connectors, while
operating the tool. Replace the defective component/air hose.
Do not allow people, mobile equipment, or vehicles to pass over the unprotected
air hose. Position the air hose away from high trac areas, in a reinforced conduit or
place planks on both sides of the air hose to create an enclosed area.
Prevent damage to the air hose by observing the following:
a. Never carry the tool by the air hose.
b. Keep the air hose away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Check the maximum pressure rating for air tools and accessories. Compressor outlet
pressure must be regulated to never exceed the maximum pressure rating of the tool.
MAINTENANCE
AIR TOOL PRECAUTIONS
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Maintain the tool with care. A tool in good condition is ecient, easier to control and
will have fewer problems.
Inspect the reel, hose, and accessories for damage or excessive wear before each
use. Have damaged or worn components repaired or replaced by an authorized
technician. Only use identical replacement parts when servicing.
Only use accessories intended for use with this tool.
Maintain the tool's labels and name plates. These carry important information. If
unreadable or missing, contact us for replacements.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Only qualified service personnel should repair the tool. An improperly
repaired tool may present a hazard to the user and/or others.
CAUTION! Release air pressure from the hose system before servicing the reel.
CLEANING
Wipe the surface with a clean, moist cloth. Do not use solvents when cleaning.
SAFETY
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PERSONAL SAFETY
WARNING!
CAUTION!
NOTICE!
WORK AREA
WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the Canadian Standards
Association (CSA) or American National Standards Institute (ANS).
This notice indicates that if proper precautions are not taken, a specific hazard or unsafe
practice could result in severe personal injury or death.
This notice indicates that if proper practices are not taken a potentially hazardous
situation may result in minor or moderate injury.
This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe practice will result in equipment or
property damage, but not personal injury.
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Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean, well-lit, and free of
distractions.
Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety equipment away from the work area.
Store unused tools properly in a safe and dry location to prevent rust or damage. Lock
tools away and keep out of reach of children.
HAZARD DEFINITIONS
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using this tool. The operator
must follow basic precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the
equipment.
Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or inspection and
maintenance instructions.
Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this manual. A notice is an
alert that there is a possibility of property damage, injury, or death if certain instructions
are not followed.
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
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Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and side protection for the eyes.
Eye protection equipment should comply with CSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards,
depending on the type of work that is performed.
Wear gloves that provide protection from the work materials or to reduce the effects
of tool vibration.
Wear protective clothing designed for the work environment and tools.
Non-skid footwear is recommended to maintain balance in the work environment.
SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated
use) replace strict adherence to the tool’s safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or
incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injuries.
Control the tool, personal movement, and the work environment to avoid personal injury
or damage to the tool.
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Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medications.
Avoid wearing clothes or jewelry that can become entangled with the moving parts
of a tool. Keep long hair covered or bound.
WARNING! Direct exposure of pressurized air or fluids to skin could result in severe bodily
injuries.
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Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for a specific function. Do not
modify or alter this tool or use it for an unintended purpose.
Ensure that the reel is properly installed before connecting the input and output air
hoses.
Remove system pressure immediately if a leak occurs in the hose or reel, or if the reel
ceases to wind and unwind.
Release the hose slowly and control it as it retracts.
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WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY?
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY?
ACQUIRING WARRANTY SERVICE
This warranty covers each product and warrants them to be free from defects in
craftmanship, under normal use and service, for the defined period from the date of
purchase by the first end-user. Under this warranty, Giraffe Tools will repair or replace, at its
option, any unit that fails to perform a choosing to Giraffe Tools' published specifications
during the given warranty period.
This Warranty does not apply to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire,
earthquake, or other external cause, or to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to
scratches, dents, and broken plastic on ports. Unless failure has occurred due to a defect
in materials or craftmanship.
Should the product prove to be defective within the warranty period, return the product
to the retail store you purchased the product(s), and Giraffe Tools will at its option, repair
or replace the product, to whatever extent Giraffe Tools deems necessary to restore the
product to proper operating conditions.
WARRANTY
Additional Legal Rights for Consumers
For consumers, who are covered by consumer protection laws or regulations in their
country of purchase or, if different, their county of residence. The benefits conferred by our
limited warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies conveyed by such consumer
protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to these additional rights.
Warranty Period:
TWO (2) years
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INSTALLATION TEMPLATE
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