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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:
TENSIONING
#1 - Motor will not start when tensioning lever is pressed.
#2 - Air motor runs slowly or sluggishly.
#3 - Air motor runs slowly or sluggishly.
#4 - Feedwheel slips on top strap during tensioning.
#5 - Bottom strap slips out of tool during tensioning.
#6 - Feedwheel will not drop onto strap when tensioning lever is pressed.
#7 - Feedwheel will not lift off strap after cycle is completed.
#8 - Motor runs slowly as soon as air is connected to tool.
#9 - Tool breaks strap during tool removal or tensioning.
SEALING
#10 - Joints failing after tool removal.
#11 - Sealing mechanism crushes or deforms seals.
#12 - Tool won't complete sealing cycle unless sealing lever is held down manually.
#13 - Sealing mechanism stalls in down position.
STRAP CUT-OFF
#14 - Tool will not cut off strap after sealing.
SEAL EJECTION
#15 - Seals do not eject fully and/or cutter blade cuts off seal ends.
#16 - Ejector does not pick up seals.
#1 CONDITION: Motor will not start when tensioning lever is pressed.
CAUSE
1.
No air reaching tool.
2.
Air motor filter screen is blocked with
rust or dirt.
3.
Air motor is dry. Oil has evaporated
leaving sticky varnish which prevents
motor vanes from extending.
REMEDY
1.
Check gauge on filter-regulator-
lubricator (FRL) for proper 65-90 psig
pressure setting. Check air line from
FRL to tool for blockage.
2.
Check air motor filter screen for
obstruction then clean or replace as
required.
3.
Add teaspoon air line oil directly into
motor at elbow. Reconnect air line and
test. Tap motor lightly w/rubber mallet
to free vanes. Check function of
lubricator.
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