CHAPTER 6
REEL STANDS, REELS, AND EXPANABLE ARBORS
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CAUTION: Always use properly rated lifting devices to load and unload coils.
Maximum Capacity / Reel: 3,000 lbs.
Total Capacity for Reel Stand: 6,000 lbs.
1. The reel shafts must rest in the cradles on the reel rack. Keep the cradles lubricated with
synthetic lube to minimize wear. (Figure 11)
2. Use the Hold Down Bars on each cradle to secure the coil and reel to the reel stand during
both operation and transit of the machine. The Hold Down Bracket should be used to keep
the coil from uncoiling too fast during the fabrication of panels. Apply just enough drag to
keep coil tensioned. (Figure 11)
Caution: Do not over tighten Hold Down Bars during machine operation. This will
cause excessive load on the drive and electrical systems and premature failure will result.
Do tighten Hold Down Bars tightly prior to transport of the machine.
3. If a Remote Decoiler is used it should be placed 8 to 10 feet behind the machine. Align it as
close as possible to the Right Side Entry Guide line of fire, making the side of the coil and
reel parallel to the machine. NOTE: The closer the Decoiler and reel are set to the machine,
the more critical this alignment becomes.
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