Signode PRHM-34 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual page 3

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
!
Use correct Signode products for your application. If you need help contact your Signode
Representative.
! Signode tools and machines are designed and warranted to work together with Signode
strapping and seals. Use of non-Signode strap and seals and/or manufactured or
specified replacement parts may result in strap breakage or joint separation while
applying strapping to a load or during normal shipping and handling. This could result in
serious personal injury.
JOINT FORMATION
! Before using this tool, read its Operation and Safety instructions
contained in this manual.
! This tool is a double reverse notch-joint sealers. Each notch-joint
must be inspected to make certain it has four (4) good notches. A
properly formed notch-joint will appear as shown in the
illustration. If the notch-joint does not appear as shown, then the
operator must proceed as follows.
1. Make certain that the tool's operating instructions are being
followed before applying another strap.
2. Cut the strap off and apply a new strap and seal.
3. An improper formed seal which does not have four (4) good notches, could result in strap
separation. Before moving any package be certain that the seal is formed as shown.
Inspect the joint to make certain it appears as shown in the illustration. If not, remove the
broken strap and check the tool for worn or broken parts. Repair the tool for worn or
broken parts. Repair the tool before applying another strap.
MOVING AND STACKING STRAPPED LOADS
Before moving or stacking any strapped load, follow all standard industry practices regarding
safe material handling procedures.
CUTTING TENSIONED STRAP
Using claw hammers, crowbars, chisels, axes or simialr tools will cause tensioned strap to fly
apart with hazardous force. Use only cutters designed for cutting strap. Read the instructions in
the cutter's manual for proper procedures in cutting strap. Before using any Signode product
read its Operation and Safety Manual.
3