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English Operating instructions BXT3-32 Battery-operated strapping tool for plastic strapping Patent pending www.signode-bxt.com V 04.21_EN...
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Read the operating instructions carefully. These operating instructions are part of the product and therefore should be kept for later use or a future owner. Validity: ● BXT3-32 from Series no D/20111001 Manufacturer Signode Switzerland GmbH Silbernstrasse 14, Postfach 8953 Dietikon 1 SWITZERLAND signode.com...
Preventive and corrective maintenance Preventive maintenance schedule Cleaning the tool Re-greasing the tool Cleaning/replacing the tension wheel Cleaning/replacing the tooth plate Replacing the knife Tool reset Troubleshooting Technical data EC Declaration of Conformity (copy) 3 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
Directive 2012/19/EU of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE II). The legal prescriptions for disposal of all parts must be observed. ► Chargers and batteries should be sorted for environmentally-friendly recycling. ► Observe notes, warnings and instructions of the battery manufacturer. 4 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. 5 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
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Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. 2.1.6 Service a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. 6 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
To release the strap tension (before welding), actuate the rocker lever. In operating mode AUTO, also the tensioning or welding button can be pressed again to stop strap tensioning. ● After welding, cut the strap using a suitable tool (strap cutter). 7 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
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Do not clean the tool with water or steam. When using the tool outdoors, protect it from rain. Use only original spare parts Using non-original spare parts will void the warranty and any liability. 8 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
● The welding time can be set. (Section 4.5) ● The tools can be operated with different strap ● BXT3-32: 25 or 32 mm (1″ ″ widths (Section 7): Scope of delivery For strapping tool BXT3-32: ● Battery Li-Ion ProCORE 18 V / 8.0 Ah Part no 2187.015...
Accessories ● Protection plate set Part no 2189.015 ● Protection cover set Part no 2189.011 ● Suspension bow set Part no 2189.017 11 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
The charge status is shown in % and by a progress bar (1) – Below 10% minimum charge (battery must be charged) – The information symbols (2) only appear if a corresponding situation is occuring (Section 6.8). 12 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
The welding button (Section 3.1) must then be briefly pressed so that the straps are welded and the upper strap is cut off. Recommended for varying (soft, hard) packaged goods. 13 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
The soft mode is activated when the – “SOFT” display (3) changes position and is shown in bold. – The displayed tension force is reduced correspondingly. – On the left under the tension force an “S” (4) also appears. 14 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
The favourite mode (Section 4.7) can be switched on even when the key lock is activated. If the adjustment of the settings is not desired, the favourite level should be set in the same way as the normal level. 15 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
To avoid unnecessary battery discharge, the tool switches to energy-saving mode within short time. – The operating panel becomes dark (not Illuminated). ► Pressing the operating panel switches the energy-saving mode off again. After approx. two minutes without operation the tool switches to sleep mode. – The operating panel is switched off (black). ► Actuating the rocker lever switches the sleep mode off again. 16 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
5 cm (2”). If the strap is not inserted completely, the strap guide indicator (Section 3.1, item 9) shows a red field. Insert the strap completely. The strap guide indicator is black. ► Remove hands from the straps before tensioning! 17 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
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WARNING Multiple welds in the same place are not permitted because this leads to faulty seals! ● Welding without strap tension: Press the tensioning button briefly, then press the weld- ing button (Section 3.1, item 2). 18 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
► Strapping with poorly welded seals must be performed again. ► Check strap type (Section 7). ► If good welding is not achieved, the tool must be checked by an authorized service center. 19 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
The tools can be operated with the following strap widths: ● BXT3-32: 32 or 25 mm (1 ″ 1″) 5.3.1 BXT3-32: Change strap width from 25 mm to 32 mm (1″ ″) Required parts Order number Strap guide rear 32 mm (1 ″) (8) 1832.041.026...
► Lightly lubricate the inner teeth of the tension wheel with Klüber grease GBU Y 131 (Microlube). Cleaning/replacing the tooth plate Required parts Order number BXT3-32: Tooth plate (2) (wear part) 1821.048.033 Counter-sunk screw Torx (1) 1832.039.294 Wire brush (3) 1821.901.004...
► Repeat tensioning. pulsating (medium) ● Performance limitation or time Symbols & out. In the case of other error numbers not described here, please contact the the local service center. If the error cannot be rectified by applying the measures described above, please contact the local service center! 24 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
Strap type Polyester (PET) for recommended straps, see next page Strap width adjustable to 25 or 32 mm (1″ or 1 ″) Strap thickness 0.90–1.30 mm (.035″–.051″) * refer to Section 2.4, Vibration and noise exposure 25 of 26 V 04.21_EN SIGNODE BXT3-32...
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