Woodhead 15FLR - Manual (Page 2)

SM1111-04D Page 2 of 5 ©Aero-Motive Company Jul-01
OPERATION
TOOL ATTACHMENT
WARNING: Never pull cable to device to be retracted. Always lift object to hook. If the hook is
accidentally released when it is extended, it will snap back. Hazards or unsafe practices
which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
Balancer is furnished with a tool clip. Attach tool complete with hose or cable along fittings. To adjust
length of overhang, remove all tension. Pull cable down and position hook at desired height. Loosen
cable stop, slide cable stop upward to roller guide, and tighten. Move cable stop upward and lengthen
overhang of cable will reduce active travel distance. For every foot more of overhang, the active travel
will be reduced by a foot.
Overhang can be adjusted by moving cable stop. If it is determined that the overhang is not sufficient, an
optional overhang extension cable can be used to increase overhang without reducing active travel.
SPRING TENSIONING
NOTE: Attach full load including all attachments before adjusting tension.
If weight of tool exceeds amount of existing tension of balancer mainspring, cable will descend. Increase
tension of mainspring by applying a wrench to flats on mainspring shaft and rotate counter-clockwise until
proper tension is reached and load begins to retract. Tool will move upward if tension exceeds the load.
Decrease tension by applying a wrench to the flats on mainspring shaft and HOLD. Release tension of
mainshaft by squeezing together spring lever slowly on opposite side of reel. Rotate wrench clock wise
until proper tension is reached and load descends properly.
After adjusting tension, pull cable to fullest extension to ensure proper travel is achieved. If cable does
not reach full extension, some tension must be released. If proper tension and extension cannot be
achieved, consult the factory.
RATCHET LOCK (FOR 10FLR & 15FLR ONLY)
The ratchet lock works in two positions in one complete rotation. Pull cable to desired location and let
cable retract slightly until lock engages, much like a window shade. To release lock, pull cable out
slightly.
For constant tension, ratchet lock may be disengaged. Turn lock release knob counter-clock wise while
pulling cable in and out slightly to engage lock release lever.
CABLE STOP ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Moving the cable stop will reduce the active travel distance. If additional cable extension is required,
extension cable assemblies are offered as an accessory.
Cable stop can be moved up along the cable to attain the most desirable working height.
SERVICE
MAINSPRING REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Spring is dangerous. Before removing broken spring, weld coils together at four (4)
locations or wrap securely with wire. Failure to secure spring leads hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION:
Remove all tension before servicing. Hazards or unsafe practices MAY result in minor
personal injury or product or property damage.
Remove all tension by applying a wrench to flats on mainspring shaft
and HOLD. Release tension of mainshaft by squeezing together
spring lever slowly on opposite side of reel. Then rotate wrench
clock- wise until proper tension is reached and load will descend
properly. Remove clevis by removing the cotter pin and clevis pin.
Remove retaining ring, the three screws, and plates with screws.