Signode MCD-710 Operation, Parts And Safety Manual page 33

#6 SYMPTOM: Machine continues running in feed direction, but fails to fill chute.
CAUSE
1. Feedwheel (171) is slipping.
2. Strap stuck somewhere around dispenser.
3. Pinch rollers (162) are stuck.
4. Out of strap.
5. Slip clutch (57) is set too low.
6. Jam in traction wheel area.
#7 SYMPTOM: Machine pulls up tension but fails to go into welding cycle or hesitates noticeably
before going into weld.
CAUSE
1. One or both traction wheels (170 and 171)
slipping.
2. Tension too high.
3. Main drive belt slips.
#8 SYMPTOM: Machine continues to run in weld direction.
CAUSE
1. Micro-switch (1LS) is improperly adjusted.
2. Switch arm stuck against machine cover.
1. Replace worn feedwheel.
2. Check dispenser.
3. Inspect pinch rollers (ball bearings) and
eccentric shaft. Lubricate and/or replace if
needed.
4. Reload dispenser and machine. Make sure that
strap chute is completely empty before
reloading.
5. Check slip clutch setting. Adjust slip clutch nut
(54) if needed.
6. Pull strap out of machine, cut off damaged
section, and reload. If unable to pull strap out,
outer side plate (164) must be removed to get
strap out.
1. Check, clean, replace traction wheels as
needed. Cut off oily section or replace whole
coil. Strap must be dry.
2. Reduce tension.
3. Increase tension on belt.
1. Readjust Micro-switch.
2. Loosen four head mounting screws and shift
head to gain clearance.
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