Strap Size Conversion - Signode TENSION-WELD VT-16HD Operation, Parts And Safety Manual

VT STRAP SIZE CONVERSION
NOTE: All parts named below to convert a VT tool can be found in the original shipping box.
Use th following instructions to convert (or reconfigure) a tool from 16mm strap to 19mm or vice
versa.
1. The two inner guides (Key 73) must be reversed. Remove the mounting screw (Key 23) and
reposition the guide so that the strap contact surface marked "16" or "19" is facing the strap
path. Use Loctite #242 (or equivalent) when reinstalling the mounting screws.
2. The outer guide (Key 109) must be exchanged with the appropriate guide for the strap size
(Signode P/N 423956 for 16mm and P/N 423957 for 19mm). Guides can be identified by the
outer surface being marked "16" or "19". Remove the guide's mounting screw (Key 23) and
install the proper guide. Use Loctite #242 (or equivalent) when reinstalling the mounting
screw.
3. The guide plate (Key 86) must be exchanged with the appropriate guide plate for the strap size
(Signode P/N 423978 for 16mm and P/N 423979 for 19mm). Guide plates can be identified by
the outer surface being marked "16" or "19". Replace the guide plate by first removing support
bar (Key 54) which is secured by two mounting screws (Key 4).
NOTE: The support bar fits tightly into the tool. Exercise care when removing so as not to
cause any binding from end to end as it is removed.
Continue to remove the outer link (Key 60) and the existing guide plate (Key 86) at the same
time.
4. Install the appropriate guide plate and outer link together as the parts are positioned on the
tool. Reinstall the support bar making sure that the alignment pin (Key 95) installs into the slot
of the new guide plate.
5. If desired, the tool nameplate may also now be exchanged to display the appropriate strap size
(Signode P/N 423987 for VT-16 and P/N 423988 for VT-19).
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