Model # NS974
Warranty 1 Year
Manufacturer Code 55-2003HU
Alternate Part #'s 55-2003-HU, 55-2003-HU-CRS, 55-2003HU, 55-2003HU-CRS, 55-2003HUCRS, 552003HU, 552003HUCRS
HURRICANE "PREMIUM QUALITY" LOW PROFILE SOLAR REEL
Non-corroding aluminum reel fits under most diving boards.
Engineered for smaller hotel and motel pools, this reel is designed for heavy use. Its powder-coated heavy gauge aluminum frame is super strong, lightweight, and will never rust or corrode. The large stainless steel crank with handle at one end makes turning the reel easy. Precision sealed bearings allow a single person to effortlessly glide the solar blanket off your pool.
Our premium reel is built with a heavy-duty 3" tube that will not sag or flex. It will support solar blankets up to 24-ft. wide by 50-ft. long (please note: this references the maximum blanket size the heavy duty tube can hold, not the size blanket that fits this reel. This reel is for pools up to 20' wide). Standing only 12" high, this low profile reel can fit under most diving boards for easy storage when not in use. Includes all straps and necessary hardware. Base and frame are aluminum. Optional locking casters can be added for easy portability.
1-Year warranty.
Tube Diameter: 3"
*Recommend using a 4” Solar Blanket Storage System for pools 600 sq. ft. and larger when used with thicker mil solar blankets.
PART # 55-2003IG-TK Replaced PART # IGR4390002 20’ X 3” IGR STORAGE KIT
(3) 59.5” x 2.75” Dia. Inner Tube
(2) 59.5” x 2.95” Dia. Outer Tube
(8) 3” Through Bolt with Nut
(1) Drill Bit Max. finished length = 21’ 3/4”
What Color are the sides and tube?
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This solar reel come's with white sides and aluminum tubes. So the sides will be aluminum with a white powder coat, and the tubes will come in a silver aluminum color.
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If my pool is max 20" wide, do I need a reel 20" or does it have to be larger?
I was looking to purchase NS974 reel
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Hi Donald, The 20' Hurricane I/G Aluminum Solar Reel would be ok to use with your size pool.
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Would this reel work with my 20 x 45 cover? How tall is the unit with the cover on it?
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2 to 4 hrs
Screwdriver, Craftsman cordless drill
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This was not as straightforward with a custom designed pool in a kidney bean shape as it would be with a rectangular pool. Assembled it per the instructions. We needed the 20'. We twisted the tubes inside each other and marked the spots where we were going to sink our screws to attach them with a black sharpie. I used a nail as a punch into the soft aluminum tubing where we would sink the assembly screws. We left 5" per side from the inside of the triangular supports to attaching the first strap, then marked off 8 places equidistant. We then marked the solar blanket from the outside 20', working inward to mark where we would attach the 8 clamps to the solar blanket. We then measured and marked the 8 places where the straps would attach to the reel with a red sharpie. We felt the straps that came with the reel inadequate for our purposes because of their short length. We ordered a strap set off Amazon. After we attached the clamps to the solar blanket, we used the velcro fasteners that came with the Amazon straps to affix the straps to the reel. The velcro were the type where you peel off the back, which exposes the adhesive and we stuck them on to the tube. At some point we might screw the straps to the reel, which is probably the more durable method but the adhesive velcro worked fine. We then attached the straps and started reeling. We purchased a cover for the blanket which was more than adequate and were done with it. It sags in the middle which I expected, given the weight of the blanket, but I could not find a 4" reel so we had to make due. The solar blanket is really heavy and hard to deal with with out the reel. This was not ideal, but we were committed after we installed the solar blanket. CAUTION: ONCE ASSEMBLED AND THE BLANKET IS ON THE REEL, DO NOT PICK IT UP BY THE TRIANGULAR FRAMES HOLDING THE TUBING! PICK IT UP BY THE TUBING! THE LITTLE TRIANGLES CAN ROTATE AND THE WEIGHT OF THE BLANKET CAN WRENCH THE TRIANGLE FROM ONE'S GRASP. WHEN IT ROTATES WITH THE WEIGHT ON IT, IT REALLY HURTS IF THE METAL TRIANGLE COMES AROUND AND WHACKS ONE ON THE WRIST AND HAND! A wise man learns from his own mistakes, a genius from the mistakes of others.
1 to 2 hrs
Screwdriver, Socket Set, Wrench Set, drill
This went together in about an hour. you will beed a drill to drill pilot holes into the aluminum to connect the beam together mine was about 20 feet wide.
Straps connected the end of the blanket and wind it right up! I was really easy to assemble for the mechanically savvy. Just follow the directions that come with it and you'll be fine.
Screw gun and a drill makes it go faster!
The Most Helpful Review
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(4 out of 5 stars) Great Solar reel
Reviewed By: ralph from Parkersburg, West Virginia ()
Pros: Easy to assemble and use
Cons: Will not fit under my diving board when the the blanket is rolled on it.
Excellent reel for the price and ease of rolling up the blanket for storage or just for the time the pool is open.
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The Most Recent Reviews
(5 out of 5 stars)
Reviewed By: Inyo Customer ()
Good, still awkward to roll up cover
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(5 out of 5 stars) Quick Shipping
Reviewed By: Inyo Customer ()
I used “Live Chat” to ask CSR a few questions and he was very helpful and when I placed my order I was pleasantly surprised to receive my solar reel in less than a week. Excellent shipping times. Thank you
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(1 out of 5 stars) Not heavy enough
Reviewed By: Inyo Customer ()
Not heavy enough. Falls over when you rolling up the cover
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(5 out of 5 stars) Great reel
Reviewed By: Fred T. from Foley AL ()
Pros: attractive, light weight, sturdy, easy to use
I now own three of these reels they are great looking very functional sturdy but light weight I bolted mine to the pool deck so I don't have to worry about alignment with the pool and don't have to hold them down while reeling in the cover
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(4 out of 5 stars) Pool Cover Reel
Reviewed By: Cookie from Port Washington, New York ()
Pros: Easy to use -
Cons: A little difficult to build.
does the trick in winding up the solar pool cover and keeping it neat and easy to use a second time. A little difficult to put together, and highly recommend fastening to ground if you can - although it works well not fastened.
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