Woodhead RFL8 SERIE - Manual (Page 2)

SM1110-05A Page 2 of 2 ©Aug-01
Attach one end of secondary support chain or cable to
secondary support point on balancer. Attach the other end
of secondary support chain or cable to a support
component other than that which supports the balancer.
The chain or cable should be as short as possible allowing
the balancer to drop no more than 6 inches if the primary
connection is released.
ADJUSTMENT
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.
TOOL ATTACHMENT
If, after installation, it is determined that the overhang of the reel for the active travel required is not
sufficient, an overhang extension cable can be used to extend overhang without reducing active travel.
This is available as an optional item from AERO-MOTIVE.
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 6’3”. For every foot more of overhang, the active
travel will be reduced by a foot.
SPRING TENSIONING
WARNING:
Failure to hold knob could result in damage to internal ratchet components. Hazards or
unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
NOTE: Attach full load including all attachments before adjusting tension.
If the tool attached to balancer cable descends, there is not enough tension on the balancer mainspring.
To increase tension, turn knob (on the front of the balancer) clockwise, until desired tension is achieved.
If the cable stop is tight up against the cable guide, there is too much tension on the balancer main
spring. To decrease tension, HOLD knob and press black button in the lower left corner and release.
Repeat until tool is at desired elevation. 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 factory.
RATCHET LOCK (for RFL6 & RFL8 ONLY)
Ratchet lock will engage in several tool locations. To engage ratchet lock, pull tool to desired location
and let cable retract slightly. Ratchet lock will engage immediately. If ratchet lock does not engage, pull
tool out further and try locking again. To disengage ratchet lock, pull cable out 6 inches and let cable
retract fully.
SERVICE
WARNING:
This unit is NOT to be disassembled. Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death.
Aero-Motive Company AKAPP Electro Industrie Aero-Motive (UK)
Limited Woodhead Asia PTE LTD Woodhead Canada LTD.
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