Top Of Load - Signode 4A1-114 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ON TOP OF LOAD
While tensioning strap, do not rotate the tensioning
handle to the point where it will contact the gripper
release cam. This will result in a sudden loss of strap
tension. Be careful when applying final tension, as
excessive tension could cause strap breakage.
Position yourself in such a manner that strap
breakage or hands slipping off the handle will not
cause a loss of balance. Never increase the length of
the tensioning handle by any means, such as, slipping
a pipe over the handle to extend its length. If you have
any questions contact your Signode Sales
Representative.
1. Bring tensioning handle upward,
allowing the gripper to contact the lower
strap. Rotate tensioning handle back
and forth to take up slack in strap. When
strap is snug, the operator should kneel
perpendicular to the strap and apply the
final tension using short tensioning
strokes.
2. Open sealer fully and center sealer jaws
of sealer over each seal. Crimp or notch
each seal the proper number of times by
bringing the top handle downward as far
as it will go.
Consult your sealer manual for the
proper number of crimps or notches
needed for your application.
3. Release tensioner from strap by bringing
handle down until gripper release cam
locks in tensioning handle pin. Remove
tensioner by twisting windlass slot out
of strap curl and sliding tool away from
strap.
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