IMPORTANT - DO NOT DESTROY THIS MANUAL. It is the customer's responsibility to have all operators and
service personnel read and understand this manual. Contact your local Signode representative for additional
copies of this manual.
© Copyright 1994, Signode 286024 Rev. 3/94
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
1. EYE INJURY HAZARD.
Failure to wear safety glasses with side
shields can result in severe eye injury or
blindness. Always wear safety glasses with
side shields which conform to ANSI
Standard Z87.1 or EN 166.
2. Strap applied to a package is under tension and will
rebound in an outward direction when cut.
3. Before using the cutter read its operation and safety
instructions.
4. Use the correct Signode strap cutter for your application; if
you need help contact your Signode representative. Never
use a claw hammer, crowbar, chisel, ax, or similar tool to
cut or break strap. Such tools will cause the strap to fly
apart with hazardous force.
5. Keep work areas uncluttered and well lit.
6. Maintain proper footing and balance when cutting strap. Do
not cut strap when you are in an awkward position. Take
additional care when cutting ties on compressed loads;
strap will recoil with a much greater force. Be careful when
cutting straps as the load can shift.
7. Strap should always be cut square; strap cut at an angle
has a much sharper end.
8. Dispose of all cut strap. Never leave it lying on the ground
where it can present a tripping hazard. Never re-use strap.
9. Take good care of the cutter. Inspect it daily for worn or
damaged cutting surfaces. Do not use this tool if these
surfaces are worn or damaged.
10. Always wear protective gloves when
handling strap or sharp parts.
CU-30 STRAP CUTTER
Part No. 005899
For cutting all strap up to 1 1/4" x .035" (32mm x
0.88mm).
CUTTING TENSIONED STRAP
1. Keep personnel at safe distance, away from possible flying
strap ends.
2. Stand to one side of the strap as it is being cut, OUTSIDE
OF THE DANGER ZONE (dotted area).
3. Hold strap against the package above the cutter.
4. Cut strap.
