Signode VT-16 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual

Signode VT-16 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual

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VT-16/19
TENSION-WELD®
STRAPPING TOOL

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  • Page 1 VT-16/19 TENSION-WELD® STRAPPING TOOL...
  • Page 2: General Safety Instructions

    Use the correct Signode products for your application. 2. TRAINING. This tool must not be used by persons not properly trained in its use. Be certain that you receive proper training from your employer. If you have any questions contact your Signode Representative. 3. EYE INJURY HAZARD.
  • Page 3 7. WORK AREA. Keep work areas uncluttered and well lighted. Several types of strap can be used with this tool. Use the correct Signode products for your application. If you need help contact your Signode Representative. SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR TOOL OPERATION Before using this tool, read its Operation and Safety instructions.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    High Strength 16mm Up to 0.055" (1.4mm) Tenax VT-19 High Strength 19mm Up to 0.055" (1.4mm) Tenax NOTE: VT-16 tools are factory configured for use with 16mm Tenax Strapping. VT-19 tools are factory configured for use with 19mm Tenax Strapping.
  • Page 5: Major Components

    MAJOR COMPONENTS...
  • Page 6: Pneumatic Information

    Filter-Regulator-Lubricator Unit, 1/2" NPT (Signode Part No. 424773) FRL Mounting Bracket (Signode Part No. 071982) Air Hose, 1/2" ID, 3/8" Fittings (Signode Part No.
  • Page 7 The remaining moisture is removed at the water leg in the piping system or in the filter (Part No. 008559). NOTE: Additional information is available in the Signode publication, "Air Supply Manual" (Part No. 186038). If you have any questions, contact your local Signode Representative.
  • Page 8 Air pressure is assumed to be 90 psig (6.2 Bar) with recommended size and length of air hose. Volume of air is at room temperature and sea level pressure, or so-called "free air" conditions. For more detailed information about air supply systems refer to Signode manual Part No. 186038.
  • Page 9 Use of an air line dryer adjacent to the compressor. b. Use lubricant recommended by Signode. Signode has tested the use of anti-freezes, none work well in air tool; the tool will gum up when anti-freezes are introduced and will not function properly.
  • Page 10 VT tool cycles. If pressure readings fall below the minimums, inspect your air supply system as well as the tool for worn and/or broken parts. Contact your Signode representative if you have any questions. AIR LINE PRESSURE MINIMUMS FOR CYCLING TOOL...
  • Page 11: Strap Size Conversion

    2. The outer guide (Key 109) must be exchanged with the appropriate guide for the strap size (Signode P/N 423956 for 16mm and P/N 423957 for 19mm). Guides can be identified by the outer surface being marked “16" or “19". Remove the guide’s mounting screw (Key 23) and install the proper guide.
  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Wear safety glasses. Stand to one side of the strap when tensioning. Make sure all bystanders are clear before proceeding. PLEASE NOTE: Do not operate tool without strap, as damage to the tool may occur. 1. With the dispenser placed behind you, bring the strap over the top and around the package, place the straps together and...
  • Page 13 3. Recheck the strap alignment at the rear of the tool and realign if necessary. Release the tension motor. Press down the Green Tension Control Lever to begin tensioning the strap. When the tension motor stalls, indicating completion of tension, release the control lever. The strap will remain tensioned around the package.
  • Page 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, Continued 5. The internal weld timer is energized. The main piston brings the welding pads together and the strap is welded. The supply end of the strap is then cut off. Pull the cut strap away from the tool during welding.
  • Page 15 6. Swing the tool out from the completed strap joint. Inspect the joint to make sure the straps have been properly welded. STRAP JOINT INSPECTION This tool is a Tension Weld® type sealer. A properly made joint will appear as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 16: Adjustments

    4. If you are unable to produce an acceptable joint or if you have any questions as to whether your tool is producing good weld strength, contact your Signode Sales Representative. 5. Replace the cap over the screw. LOCATION OF WELD TIME ADJUSTMENT WELD COOLING TIME Cool time has been factory adjusted to allow the proper time for a weld to properly cool.
  • Page 17 (Key 98) as shown by arrow, in 1/4 increment turns counter-clockwise to increase strap tension and clockwise to reduce strap tension. Use the 4mm hexwrench (Signode Part No. 274467) included with every new tool. NOTE: Operating air pressure must be set between 85 and 90 psi (5.7-6.2 Bar).
  • Page 18 TOOL ADJUSTMENTS, Continued STRAP CUTTER The VT strap cutter has two serrated cutting edges. After the first edge has become dull or strap cut-off becomes difficult the blade can be remounted to use the second cutting edge. Once both edges have become worn the blade should be replaced.
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  • Page 20: Parts List, Tool

    PARTS LIST PART NO DESCRIPTION 008552 OIL SEAL 008734 BEARING FAFNIR B-542 010035 SHCS M6 X 18 LG 170304 SHCS M5 X 16 LG 014527 BEARING FAFNIR 7202W 020704 HANSEN PLUG 020728 O-RING SAE # 007 022789 O-RING SAE # 016 023096 O-RING SAE # 131 023097...
  • Page 21 SPRING # LC-040E-13 424550 PILOT VALVE ASSEMBLY ___ 424552 Only use valve cartridge (Key 106), 423953 WARNING LABEL Signode Part No. 424550. Cartridges can 423956 OUTER GUIDE (VT-16) be identified by the OEM code “D2073" 423957 OUTER GUIDE (VT-19) 424557 CUTTER INSERT marked on the back surface of the part.
  • Page 22 NEVER remove the air valves (Key 79, 100 & 106) when air is connected to the tool. Removing an valve with air to the tool will cause the valve to violently release from the tool.
  • Page 23 * Use Loctite #242 or equivalent. ** Use Loctite #609 or equivalent. NOTE: For optimum tool performance, fill gear housing (Key 38) one-third full of Red Mobilith SHC 007 Grease (Signode Part No. 425239).
  • Page 24: Parts List, Air Motors

    PARTS LIST, TENSION MOTOR 426887 PART NO DESCRIPTION 426124 MOTOR HOUSING 424154 BACK END PLATE 422815 CYLINDER 426136 ROTOR 024602 SPACER 425469 FRONT END PLATE 023481 BALL BEARING 426602 BRAKE 426145 ROLLER CLUTCH 426128 RELEASE PIN 426127 ECCENTRIC 423493 Ø5 X 16 DOWEL PIN 426611 LEVER 426138...
  • Page 26 PARTS LIST, WELD MOTOR 423980 PART NO DESCRIPTION 080315 RETAINING RING 424181 FLAT WASHER 014541 BELLEVILLE WASHER 090118 BALL BEARING 423973 FRONT END PLATE 024602 SPACER 424172 O-RING 424174 ROTOR 422818 VANE 424164 LOCK PIN 422815 CYLINDER 424154 BACK END PLATE 424161 BALL BEARING 423919...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The following items are the most common types of tool malfunctions. For symptoms or remedies not shown, contact your Signode service representative for additional information and details. The following tool conditions are shown in this manual: AIR SUPPLY #1 - The air motor is frozen.
  • Page 28 REMEDY 1. Feedwheel is clogged with dirt or strap residue. Clean teeth on feedwheel with the cleaning brush (Signode Part No. 023963) provided. 2. Worn teeth on the feedwheel. Replace the feedwheel. 3. Excessive or improperly set feedwheel to gripper Adjust feedwheel gap as required.
  • Page 29 #6 CONDITION: A poor weld identified by an incomplete area of weld. CAUSE REMEDY Welding is achieved by a combination of vibration and Dismantle and clean the weld mechanism by brushing downward pressure of the upper gripper. Either a away the strap residue or washing the entire unit in a restriction of motion or a reduction of downward solvent.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING, Continued #10 CONDITION: Strap weld time is erratic. CAUSE REMEDY 1. Air leakage in timing circuit. Check o-rings and pneumatic components for leaks. Replace parts as required. 2. Dirty or very dry pilot valve (Key 106). Remove, clean and lubricate the pilot valve using air line oil or replace if needed.
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TOOL 1. Clean the teeth on the feedwheel and the gripper plug with the special brush provided. 3. Periodically clean the tool with compressed air. 4. Disassemble, clean and lubricate the welding mechanism. GEAR HOUSING Periodically check the gear housing portion of the tool: 1.
  • Page 32: Overhead Suspension

    VT can be suspended in various operating positions by using the proper tool hanger and hardware. Review the illustrations below for the appropriate configuration for the tool application. Applications are recommended to use an Overhead Tool Balancer as shown (Signode Part No. 306809). HORIZONTAL SEALING...
  • Page 33: Tool Options

    TOOL OPTIONS TENSION LATCH KIT, 424760 This option makes the VT tool easier for the operator to use. The tension control lever only needs to be pressed one time to fully tension a load. This option eliminates the need to hold down the tension control for the entire tension cycle.
  • Page 34 An optional wear ring is available to protect the tension motor from harsh operating environments. This wear ring can be used with either the VT-16 or the VT-19 tools. To install the wear ring spread open the ring gap using an appropriate spreading tool.
  • Page 35 It is hereby declared that the undermentioned machinery has been designed and constructed to comply with the health and safety requirements defined in EC Directive 89/392/EEC Machine Supplier: Signode, Division of ITW Ltd. Queensway, Fforestfach Swansea SA5 4ED Machine Description:...
  • Page 36 Signode reserves the right to replace any tool which proves not to operate per functional specifications with a new or like-new tool of the same model if in Signode's judgement such replacement is appropriate. Any new replacement tool provided to an owner will carry a full sixty (60) day warranty. Any warranty repaired tool or like-new replacement tool will carry a warranty for the balance of the time remaining on the initial sixty (60) day warranty.

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