Instructions / Assembly

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Care Instructions
Rust
Your Liberty™ hose reel will give you many seasons of reliable and functional hose storage. As with any steel
product, there is always the chance of rust developing over time. Your Liberty™ hose reel finish is designed for
industrial applications, but even the toughest of coatings can be compromised by scratches. Such minor surface
damage can occur in shipping despite our best efforts. We have found that most scratches occur during assembly
and/or installation particularly in the case of wall mounted hose reels. If the base metal is exposed to the elements
long enough, rust will develop.
In the case of wall-mounted reels, be sure to use stainless steel mounting hardware. Also, remember to use the
correct size and quantity of hardware to properly support the total weight of the unit. A standard 100' length of
garden hose weighs approximately 15 pounds. Filled with water, the additional weight can exceed 20 pounds. The
mounting hardware must be able to support the combined weight of the unit itself, hose, plus water.
We recommend that you periodically inspect your reel for any surface damage. Scratches can easily be repaired by
using standard automotive touch-up body paint. Some of our most loyal customers recommend that at the end of
each season, the unit be cleaned and painted with a clear acrylic paint.
Two other sources of rust acceleration are exposing the reel to yard fertilizers or leaving your hose reel standing in
grass. Be sure to rinse off your hose reel after it comes in contact with freshly fertilized grass. Also, try to park your
hose reel on solid ground. Leaving it standing on top of vegetation promotes condensation on the undercarriage of
the unit.
Leaks
Your Liberty™ hose reel is manufactured with the finest quality components available. All components are
manufactured to rigorous quality standards not common in other consumer grade hose reels available today.
When you install your Liberty™ hose reel, be sure the hose washers are in place and all fittings are secure. DO
NOT OVER TIGHTEN as you might damage the components. If you live in more temperate climates, be sure to
drain the unit of any residual water before storing. DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO FREEZING TEPMERATURES
while water remains in the plumbing system.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem: Swivel head is not rotating, causing the leader hose to kink up.
Solution: Remove leader hose and turn the square head of the swivel several times; apply lubricant.
Problem: Leaking Fixtures (galvanized tee; brass coupling; swivel)
Solution: Apply Teflon/Plumber's Tape or/and make sure fixtures are tightened.
TIPS
• DO NOT use a compressor while inflating the tires; hand pump only. 15 PSI maximum
• To help delay rust, check for any scratches on your hose cart. Apply clear acrylic/weatherproof paint
to avoid rusting.
• Drain water before storing.
• DO NOT drink water from the hose.