Woodhead GR900 Series - Manual (Page 2)

SM3120-18D Page 2 of 6 © Aero-Motive Company Jul-01
MOUNTING
The fixed base of the reel allows mounting in several different positions including base up, base down, or
wall mounted. Here are general mounting requirements:
• Main-shaft must be horizontal.
• Centerline of the spool assembly must be on line with the cable run.
• When mounted overhead in base up position, add a secondary chain, bracket or other safety device
to prevent reel from falling in case the mounting bolts are removed or loosened from vibration.
INSTALLING CABLE
1. Select the proper cable size (#1/0 or #2/0 AWG) to fit the application. The cable should have fine
stranding for flexibility and a jacket suitable for rough handling.
2. After removing the outer drum half (29) pass the end of the cable through the neoprene cable seal
(30).
3. Adjust the neoprene cable seal (30) to fit the cable diameter by cutting away the smaller rings with a
sharp knife. The remaining hole size should be smaller then the cable diameter and must stretch
when
inserting the cable.
4. Finish the end of the cable by either stripping and thinning or applying a suitable pin connector.
5. Insert the cable end or pin connector through the diameter hole provided in the terminal on the rotating
portion of the slip ring assembly (27).
6. Lock the cable securely in place with the set screw and jam nut provided.
7. Clamp the cable to the inside of the inner drum half (33) using the two hole clamp (23), screws (25),
and washers (24). Provide slack between the cable termination on the slip ring assembly (27), and
the
cable clamp (23) to allow free alignment.
8. Reinstall the outer drum half (29) and drum gasket (26) with the four screws.
WARNING:
All steps related to termination of the cable must be followed carefully. Failure to properly
terminate the cable may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
9. The cable can now be wound onto the cable drum.
10. A warning label (35) is provided with the retractor and must be attached to the free end of the cable
between the adjustable cable stop (34) and the point where the cable jacket is stripped off (see parts
drawing). To attach the label, remove the adhesive cover from the back and place the center of the
label on the center if the cable. Wrap the cable both ways from the center so both sides (if any re-
mains) adhere to each other, back to back. (See illustration)
If cable is replaced at a later date contact Aero-Motive Co. 1-800-999-8559 for replacement label.