3M MATIC A80F Instructions And Parts List page 51

13-MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS (continued)
Changing the Tape Leg Length
(from 70 to 50mm [2-3/4 to 2 inches])
The following changes to the case sealer frame and upper/lower taping heads will allow the taping of boxes
95mm [3-3/4 inch] minimum height with box widths greater than 195mm [7-3/4 inch].
Case Sealer Frame
1. Crank upper taping head frame up high enough to allow clearance for removal of lower taping.
Taping Heads
WARNING – Use care when working near tape cut-off knife on taping heads as knife is
extremely sharp and could cause severe injury
1. Remove tape rolls from both upper and lower taping heads.
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the two retaining screws that secure the upper taping head. See Figure 13-9A.
Slide the head forward and lift straight up to remove it from case sealer.
CAUTION – Taping heads weigh approximately 7.2 kg [16 lbs]. Use proper body mechanics when
lifting or holding taping head.
3. Lift the lower taping head, shown in Figure 13-9B, straight up to remove it from the machine bed.
4. Refer to Manual 2, Adjustments – Changing Tape Leg Length" for taping head set-up.
5. Replace taping heads in case sealer, reverse of disassembly.
Figure 13-9 – Removing Taping Heads from Case Sealer
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