If you just got your hose reel, you may wonder how to connect the hose to the reel. A proper connection will prevent water leakages. But you may be unable to use the gadget if the connection isn’t done well.
Maybe your hose reel is still in the box gathering dust. Well, get it out now. Fixing the reel is easy. We’d walk you through this process as well as provide you tips on how to care for your gadget so you get your money’s worth.
If you order a hose reel from Relhosttools, your package comes with everything you need to complete your connection. We carefully pack the hose, reel, fittings, screws, and bolts so you can do the installation without needing a professional.
What are the materials and tools that you need to complete the installation? What steps should you follow to connect your hose to the reel? We’d also see how you can test the connection to ensure everything is set for the first use.
To connect your hose to the reel, you only need a handful of tools. As per the materials you will need, they are all included in the package box. But here’s a list of tools that you should have:
If you are mounting the device on a wall or post, you will need a drill and drill bits. Drilling the surface will allow you to hang the brace and later the reel. A wrench or plier will help you tighten the hose to the reel, although you can conveniently do this with your hands. Also, be careful not to apply to much pressure when using a tool or you may risk damaging the hose connector. Or you may forgo the plier and simply use your hands.
Lastly you will need the screwdriver. This tool will help you tighten the screws firmly to the post or wall.
The materials that come with your order include:
The hose reel is the main stuff. But it comes with other installation components. For example, you will need to secure the mounting brackets to the wall with the screws. This set up will allow you to hang your reel. But even before that, you should connect the hose to the reel using the fittings or connectors in the order box.
Remember, we have included a step by step manual for your guide. So how do you connect the hose to the reel? Let’s see.
To connect the hose to the reel, you will basically need to do these four actions:
Before you join the hose to the reel, you can place your reel in its position. Will you be mounting it? Make sure it is fastened to the wall or post. Or you can just place it on a table on the grass if it is a portable reel. Then bring out the connector (inlet) or any other parts you will need for the connection.
Next, look at the hose to make sure it is in good condition. You can avoid buying a defective product when you order from a trusted online store. Unwind the hose to check for leaks, cracks, or blocks. You can save yourself future stress by verifying the quality of the product.
The hose reel comes with a connector or inlet that you can attach to the hose. Join their ends and twist to tighten it. You can use a wrench to tighten the connection but don't overtighten it though to avoid damaging it. After you are done, pull the hose to test the connection.
The last step is to retract the hose into the reel. Use your hand to guide the hose into the reel. Although the retraction mechanism is automatic, consider guiding the hose into the reel so that it doesn't snap right back.
Once the connections are all ready, it's time to test. Connect the inlet to the tap and turn on the water supply. Is the water getting through with no leaks? Stretch the full length of the hose to test. Afterward, retract the hose to test the system. If there are no issues, then your device works okay.
You may be unfortunate to run into certain issues when setting up your hose reel. Here, we will outline the issues and their possible fixes:
The most probable area for a leak is the hose to reel connection area. Is water dripping where the connector is? Then you should check to ensure the connection is tight. A loose connection may cause leaks. Use a wrench or plier to rotate it some more but do not over tighten the connection. If the leakage continues, check the washer. It may be bad and in need of change. In that case, replace the washer.
Sometimes, the hose will refuse to retract smoothly. What could be wrong here? The first thing you want to do is check for tangle or fold on the hose. The hose will fail to retract if it is bent or folded. What you can do here is pull out the full length out. Then guide it back slowly into the reel. If this fails still, you may have to check the manufacturer guide. Remember that it is possible to adjust or improve the reel winding action on some hose reels.
Sometimes you may experience the unusual problem of mixed up fittings. Perhaps the fitting you got is oversized or undersized. Either way, you will notice that the hose does not fit into the connector due to the mismatch. You can order an adapter to eliminate this size difference. You can avoid getting a mismatch the second time by checking the actual specification of your hose and reel. You can then proceed to connect the hose to the reel when the new parts arrive.
Replacing your retractable hose can cost money. So it is best to keep it in order so it doesn't get bad. You can take some measures to ensure your tool does not go bad. We recommend these routines to do so:
Check the hose or the reel. It may be cracking or breaking on one side. If you notice this detail, you may have to use the device more carefully. Also, you can repair some of the damage. Sometimes, the hose may have cracks that are beyond repair. In that case, you may need to replace the hose or get a new reel.
After checking the reel and hose, make sure to clean the device when it is dirty. Remove any dirt that may be on the body of the device. Use flowing water to rinse the inside of the hose. Keeping your hose clean will prevent the build up of dirt which can affect the hose.
You can prolong the lifespan of your device by keeping it in a sheltered place like on your porch or in the store. Only take it out when you need it. An item like our storage box will secure your gadget.
This may not apply to a retractable reel. But a manual hose reel with moving parts like the wheel or handle may need lubrication. Oiling the parts will make it move faster and improve your video.
It is pretty easy to connect a hose to the reel. Join the end of the hose to the reel and tighten it together. Afterward, you are ready to begin using the hose. Unless you intend to mount the reel on a post or wall, you will usually not need any extra material or tool.
Remember that you can buy superior grade garden hose reels online. Our device will auto retract. Also, they rotate up to 180° rotating when fixed on a wall. This is ease and convenience.