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- Page 1 Operating Manual Model BP500 and BP500 IJ Tape Dispenser Meets UL and CE Electrical and Safety Standards BETTER PACKAGES ® 4 Hershey Drive, Ansonia, CT 06401 Website: www.betterpackages.com BP P/N: MAN-500-OPR File Name:BP500-Operator Manual-26May2015...
- Page 2 This manual is a non-controlled document. Information in this manual does not constitute a warranty of performance. Furthermore, Better Packages reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes from time to time, in its content. Better Packages assumes no liability whatsoever for any losses or damages incurred as a result of information contained in this manual.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions ……………………………………………… Page 5 Technical Data …………………………………………………… Page 6 Unpacking Notice ……………………………………………….. Page 7 Preparing for Operation …………………………………………. Page 8 Operating Instructions …………………………………………… Page 12-13 Feed Wheel/Blade Height Adjustment ………………………… Page 14 Recommended Maintenance …………………………………... Page 15-16 Warranty Information ………………………………………………... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
This machine is designed for sealing cartons with water activated paper tape. Any other use will void all warranties and any responsibilities or liability of Better Packages, Inc. Read all Safety Precautions and Operating Instructions before powering on and using the machine. -
Page 5: Technical Data
Up to 1 ½” to 3” Maximum Roll Size: 7” diameter roll Tape Length Dispensed: 4” to 90” Shipping Weight: 30 lbs. Power Requirements: BP500: 115 VAC, 60 Hz. 4.0 Amps BP500M: 220 VAC, 50 Hz, 2.0 Amps All specifications subject to change without notice. -
Page 6: Unpacking Notice
UNPACKING BP500 When unpacking your new Better Packages electric machine, check to make sure you have the following items before discarding the packing material: • Water Bottle • Water Tank and Brush • Upper Tape Plate • Power Cord Note: The upper tape plate is held in position by tape. The tape must be removed prior to the operation of the machine. -
Page 7: Preparing For Operation
PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION If the upper tape plate has been dislodged in shipping, it must be replaced. It will fit directly under the feedwheel mechanism as shown below. Upper Tape Plate Remove tank and brushes. Wash brushes thoroughly in warm water and soap, or mild detergent. - Page 8 Fill bottle with water and place bottle on brackets on the side of machine. The spout of the tank will fit into tank reservoir. Water Bottle Brackets Water Level Adj. The amount of water required for proper moistening of different grades and types of tape will differ.
- Page 9 Loading Tape: (wound adhesive side in) Lift the rear cover and place the roll of tape in the basket area so that the strip unwinds off the rear of the roll as the leading end is brought up toward the front of the machine. Be sure the tape is brought over the upper roller and fed toward the front of the machine.
- Page 10 7. Adjustable Moistening To give the most efficient moistening for all kinds of tapes, your machine is equipped with an adjustable water level and adjustable weights on the thermostatically controlled heater and pressure plate assembly. Increasing the height of the water level increases the amount of water applied to the tape.
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Page 11: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Be sure the power cord is properly inserted into the back of the machine and it is plugged into the proper electrical outlet Turn the machine on with the on/off button on the left front of the machine. A pilot light will come on when unit is powered up. - Page 12 6. To dispense a “Random” length of tape, press the “Random” keypad with the “arrow” and hold your finger with slight pressure and a length of tape will be dispensed as long as you are pressing the “arrow” keypad. The maximum length of tape in the “random”...
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Page 13: Feed Wheel/Blade Height Adjustment
Feed Wheel / Blade Height Adjustment Purpose: This adjustment is to insure that the movable shear blade is raised out of the path of the tape before the feed wheels engage and feed the tape forward. Additionally, the adjustment sets gripping force between the upper and lower feed wheels so the tape does not slip. If the feed wheel slips on the tape, a shorter than normal piece of tape is produced. -
Page 14: Recommended Maintenance
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE Clean Brushes Clean the brushes on a weekly basis or when adhesive build-up effects proper moistening of the tape. The adhesive can prevent sufficient and even water flow to the tape causing poor moistening of the tape. Regular cleaning will extend the life of the brushes and ensure that adhesive build-up will not cause performance to deteriorate. - Page 15 General Machine Cleaning The feed wheel pushes tape through the machine. Obstructions such as dirt or dried adhesive can divert the tape and cause it to jam. Periodical cleaning of the tape path will reduce tape jams. Procedure Remove the upper tape plate that sets on the tape. Pull tape off from the lower tape plate if it hasn’t already been removed.
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Page 16: Warranty Information
Better Packages, Inc. Ansonia, CT at 800-237-9151 (US only) or (203) 926-3700. To locate your local Authorized Distributor/Service Center, visit www.betterpackages.com. Transportation charges on machines or parts returned to Better Packages for service must be prepaid by the customer. Customers will be responsible for freight expenses on parts or machines returned to them.
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