INSTALLATION OF REELS

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2-6. lNSTALLATION OF WIRE REELS-Continued

INSTALLATION OF REELS

A Insert the axle through the center of the reel. The axle should be approximately centered in the

reel.

NOTE

Install all reels so that the wire will unwind from the lower side of the reel.

B Lift and slide the assembled reel into position for insertion into the hubs. Guide rails are pro-

vided to position the reel.

C Slide the axle and reel into the hubs; turn the axle to aline the axle ends with the square slots in

the hubs.

D Close the locking plates and swing the locking bolts into the slots. Tighten the locking nuts

securely. Move the hub lock levers to the horizontal position to release the hub.

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