Coxreels are highly reliable in their functionality, strong in their build, and don’t bother users too much. But, as with any tool you’ll use, they require some tuning now and then.
Some tuning is just a part of its function, and some arise from certain problems. I want to talk about those today while sharing Coxreels hose reel troubleshooting tips.
4 Coxreels Hose Reel Troubleshooting Methods To Know About
- Hose Doesn’t Fit The Reel Right
At this point, I’m certain the biggest complaint people have regarding their hose reels is the hose itself and how it doesn’t fit properly. This comes down to the size, which plays a big role in these tools.
Coxreels has a bunch of stuff available in their portfolio. All their reels come in so many sizes, and each one serves specific purposes. To fulfill those purposes, the reels need a hose with them too.
Due to the different sizes, most of these hose reels are made with a size for the hose kept in mind. Trying to use a bad size for a reel will lead to problems, and won’t fit around the tool.
Despite all the complications that it causes though, there’s one easy answer to dealing with a cable/hose that’s too large for your Coxreels; get one that’s better fitted to the tool.
Using the right-sized hose will make it so much easier to use Coxreels. The cable will wrap around it much more easily, you shouldn’t have any issues with its movement, and everything will go smoothly.
- Hose Reel Stuck, Not Retracting
I already talked about a big issue with the hose when its size isn’t proper. But, another big thing that bothers users is when the hose just stops retracting after using the tool.
This is really annoying since users have to manually hand guide the cable back into place because it isn’t retracting the way it should be. It takes a lot of effort and is a serious pain.
But, what’s the reason for it? Well, the first thought I have takes me back to my first solution. However, if you’re certain that the size of the hose has nothing to do with it, it may be the springs.
There are spring canisters inside Coxreels that power several functions. These springs take up the weight and force of a lot of things, and retracting the hose is one such thing.
In the photo I put up there, you can see a Coxreels hose reel that’s having trouble retracting the cable back. That’s because of the spring canister inside of it, which is too old and weak.
Avoiding something like that isn’t possible. Springs are sure to get weaker with use. But, dealing with it is easy! You can buy new canisters online and insert them into your Coxreels.
- Fluid Coming Out of The Swivel Area
Other than the hose, a big potential issue I want to discuss that may be bad for safety is fluid coming out of the swivel. This is often a result of an improper connection.
Specifically, I’m referring to the connection between the swivel and the hose. Loose connections lead to space for fluids to come out, which may be why you’re noticing leaking.
I suggest immediately powering off the tool and checking the area around the swivel, which I’ve highlighted in the image down there, when this happens. Do you see anything?
Upon spotting leaking there, remove the hose from the hose and attach it once again. If even that does nothing and you’re certain the connection is secure, the swivel is at fault.
There may be a crack or some other damage around its surface which is letting liquids leak out. You’ll need to purchase and attach a new one to fix this and stop water from coming out.
- Hose Reel Fitting Not Turning Easily
While I’m talking about other components, one common issue I see with the fitting is users complaining about it not turning easily. This makes operating their Coxreels more difficult.
Quite a few of these cases end up being due to the tension drag brake. Coxreels have a built-in feature that lets users adjust the strength of the drag brake.
This is to account for heavy-duty jobs so that you never have too little tension acting on the tool. But, too much tension is also a problem, and it’s the likely reason for this predicament.
It’s easy to fix though. You just need to do what I’m doing in the picture below and reduce the force of the tension drag brake.
Lower force from the brake will mean less force acting on the fitting of the hose reel. That will make it much easier to turn it and use the tool without much resistance on it.
