Cutting Tensioned Strap; Maintenance - Signode AL-12/38 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual

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 severe personal injury.
JOINT FORMATION
! Before using this tool, read its Operation and Safety instructions contained in this manual.
! This tool is a double notch type sealer. 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 similar 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.

MAINTENANCE

Clean and apply a light weight machine oil to all moving parts on a weekly basis. Clean the
feedwheel daily with a wire brush. Debris accumulated in the teeth of either the feedwheel or the
clutch plug must be removed with a small wire brush. A need to clean the teeth will become
apparent when either the feedwheel skids on the strap or the lower strap slips on the clutch plug
during tensioning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS General Safety Information
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