Signode 4A1-114 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual page 17

#2 SYMPTOM: Strap slides off windlass shaft during tensioning.
CAUSE
1. Strap not inserted fully inserted into
windlass shaft slot during strap
loading.
2. Tool is not kept in line with strap
during tensioning.
3. Excessive amount of strap being
wound onto windlass shaft.
#3 SYMPTOM: Tensioning handle slips during tension stroke.
CAUSE
1. Handle pawl is clogged by dirt or rust
preventing free movement of handle
pawl.
2. Tip of handle pawl is heavily worn or
chipped.
3. Teeth on ratchet wheel are heavily worn
or chipped.
4. Windlass shaft bushings (15 and 16)
are heavily worn allowing windlass
shaft to wobble. This may cause
improper ratchet wheel/handle pawl
alignment.
REMEDY
1. Push strap fully into slot during initial
tensioning strokes. See Operating
Instructions for details.
2. Keep tensioning handle in line with
strap during tensioning.
3. Cut off strap 2 to 4" beyond windlass.
See Operating Instructions for details.
REMEDY
1. Remove tension handle, handle pawl,
spring and ratchet wheel. Clean parts
and hole in handle yoke and apply
light machine oil to moving parts. See
Parts Removal and Replacement.
2. Replace handle pawl and lubricate with
light machine oil. See Parts Removal
and Replacement.
3. Replace ratchet wheel and lubricate
with light machine oil. See Parts
Removal and Replacement.
4. Replace bushings and lubricate with
light machine oil. See Parts Removal
and Replacement.
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