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Fire Protection Hose Reels

Fire Protection Hose Reels
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Fire Protection Hose Reels

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The Fire Dog™ hose reels are world-patented products designed by an experienced engineering team in Australia. They are tested by Australian firefighters and are known for their high quality and durability.

Innovative Design
The reels feature a unique gearbox and drive mechanism that is compact and eliminates the need for an external gearbox. This design ensures safer rewind speeds and flexibility in size and capacity. The "No Sprocket, No Chain" design enhances reliability and safety.

Product Range
The Fire Dog™ Direct Drive Series includes:
  • Ultra-Narrow: Suitable for smaller spaces like workshops and service trucks.
  • Ultra-Wide: The widest direct drive safety reel available.

Construction and Features
The reels are heavy-duty and modular, suitable for various applications. They can be shipped complete or in knock-down form to save on freight. A low-cost motor drive is available, utilizing torque advantages for safer rewind speeds. Hub sizes can be changed quickly, and a stainless steel swivel can be added for aggressive fluids.

Safety and Technology
Reel Tech’s patented Safe-R-Reel™ gearbox ensures controlled rewind speed. The EZI-Deploy™ clutch system reduces effort for payout, minimizing operator strain. Automatic hose layering technology prevents jams during storage.

Materials and Capacities
The reels are made from powder-coated aluminum or galvanized materials. Standard fire capacities include 60m and 90m hoses with 1” I.D.

Optional Extras
Additional features include hand crank rewind mode, free wheel mode, Flat Winder™ for easy hose layering, and wireless remote control rewind.

Installation Instructions
Instructions cover unpacking, mounting, connecting the inlet, wiring, and connecting the hose. Specific guidelines are provided for electric rewind reels and optional switching for 24V DC reels.

Safety and Operational Notes
Operational notes emphasize the importance of following installation instructions to avoid voiding the warranty. The document also includes details on circuit breakers and wiring procedures.

Contact Information
For further inquiries, contact Reel Tech at 1800 REELIN or via email at [email protected].
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Catalog excerpts

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REEL TECH Toughest for the Roughest Your partner in Hose Reel Safety

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SAFER FIRE REELS WORLD PATENTED DESIGNED & MADE IN AUSTRALIA The Fire Dog™ is a world-patented. Fire DogTM reels are designed by our experienced and dedicated inhouse Engineering Team. Products are tested and embraced by Australian Fire Fighters in the most challenging Australian landscape. All Fire DogTM reels are made in Australia to deliver the highest quality and durability. INNOVATIVE DESIGN The unique, Australian designed and made gearbox and drive mechanism is extremely compact and eliminating the need for an external gearbox. Our reel assists safer rewind speed; and offers unmatched flexibility...

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SAFER DIRECT DRIVE REEL SYSTEM HEAVY DUTY & MODULAR Its heavy duty, modular construction can be used on all indoor, underground, outdoor and mobile applications. The Fire Dog™ can be Shipped Complete or in Knock-Down Form for easy assembly, which saves on freight. LOW COST MOTOR DRIVE Choose a low cost motor drive to suit you. Our low cost motor utilises the torque advantages and safer rewind speed of the standard gearbox include air, hydraulic, electric 12/24VDC and manual crank. QUICK HUB SIZE CHANGE Change hub sizes in minutes. A stainless steel swivel can be easily added upon request making...

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WORLD PATENTED DESIGNED & MADE IN AUSTRALIA EZI PAYOUT EZI-DEPLOY™ EZI ON THE BACK EZI REWIND wREELSrsf technology Reel Tech's ergonomically designed hose reels Auto declutching systems on all Fire Dog™ reels reduce effort required for payout, even on the largest and longest hose lengths. EZI-Deploy™ clutch systems offers smooth reel operation and prevent excessive force that can prematurely damage equipment. Safe-R-Reel™ Speed Control Georb EZI-DEPLOY™ “Drog-free” Auto Declutching System Fully automatic “Drag-free” payout with the lowest resistance, EZI-Deploy™ clutch system dramatically . reduces...

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STANDARD FIRE CAPACITIES 60m x 1”I.D. Hose 90m x 1”I.D. Hose MATERIALS Powder coated aluminium Galvanised FEATURES • Drive system separated from spool - free of any disc sprockets or chains • More reliable in service • Safe - OH&S friendly - No Sprockets, no chains on discs • Flexible in size and capacity OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Hand Crank Rewind Mode - emergency override integrated within gear box • Free Wheel Mode - bypass electrical motor for easy payout • Flat Winder™ - level wind system for easy hose layering on spool • Wireless Remote Control Rewind - requires less personnel for hose storage...

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STANDARD FIRE CAPACITIES 60m x 1”I.D. Hose 90m x 1”I.D. Hose MATERIALS Powder coated aluminium Galvanised FEATURES • Drive system separated from spool - free of any disc sprockets or chains • More reliable in service • Safe - OH&S friendly - No Sprockets, no chains on discs • Flexible in size and capacity OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Hand Crank Rewind Mode - emergency override integrated within gear box • Free Wheel Mode - bypass electrical motor for easy payout • Flat Winder™ - level wind system for easy hose layering on spool • Wireless Remote Control Rewind - requires less personnel for hose storage...

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STANDARD FIRE CAPACITIES 60m x 1”I.D. Hose 90m x 1”I.D. Hose MATERIALS Powder coated aluminium Galvanised FEATURES • Drive system separated from spool - free of any disc sprockets or chains • More reliable in service • Safe - OH&S friendly - No Sprockets, no chains on discs • Flexible in size and capacity OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Hand Crank Rewind Mode - emergency override integrated within gear box • Free Wheel Mode - bypass electrical motor for easy payout • Flat Winder™ - level wind system for easy hose layering on spool • Wireless Remote Control Rewind - requires less personnel for hose storage...

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Auxiliary Manual Crank Wind Auxiliary Manual Crank Wind “Hand Crank rewind mode” emergency override integrated within gear box FlatWinder™ Automatic hose layering technology delivers self winding process that is jam-free during storage. Safe-R-Reer Speed Control Gearbox Reel Tech's patented ‘No chain/sprocket' Safe-R-Reel™ gearbox ensures a controlled rewind speed during rewind. Reel-In-Control™ Wireless Remote Control Cut response times and increase safety with single operator technology Integrated Mechanical Clutch (Patent Pending) Self actualising Help reduce operator fatique by minimising...

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OPERATIONAL NOTES RFS EVALUATION REEL RISER SIDE HOSE GUIDE TRAVEL HOSE GUIDE PARK DWELL POSITION Setting hose guide position for rewind Hose guide must have commenced its travel (outside of Park Dwell Position) in rewind wrap direction prior to feeding hose through guide for connection to Riser. NOTES: The object is to ensure the hose feed is just ahead of adjacent hose wrap during travel. REWIND MECHANISM The Fire Dog™ incorporates an Australian patented rewind mechanism that also powers the patented level wind hose layering system. During the rewind function, a “metallic clicking sound” can...

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC REWIND REELS FOR DC AND AC OPERATION NOTE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. UNPACKING AND MOUNTING THE REEL Inspect the reel for shipping damage Check the wiring kit against the parts list Fasten the reel frame securely to a level surface Turn the reel discs by hand. The spool should turn freely. If it binds, contact factory CONNECTING THE INLET 1. Threaded-type swivel joint inlets must be connected to the fluid supply by a flexible connector or the Reel Tech Warranty will be void 2. Victaulic-type inlet connections must be carefully...

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24 VOLT DC FIREDOG™ REELS ONLY Note: Always use circuit breaker - refer to chart below for size guide only.) VOLTAGE SIZE OF LEADS CIRCUIT BREAKER CAUTION: THESE CIRCUIT BREAKERS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH AC MOTORS Note: The maximum current draw on a the FiredogTM Electric Reels is 24V DC - 30 Amp DESCRIPTION OF CIRCUIT BREAKERS The SDLM Circuit Breaker is normally used with Reel Tech Reels for protection of the rewind motor. This type of breaker must be manually reset by pressing firmly on the red push button if it is tripped for any reason. This insures that the problem will be corrected...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.