Signode B-250 Instruction Manual

SIGNODE !3620 WEST LAKE AVENUE !GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS 60025 U.S.A.
B-250
MANUAL SEALER

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READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.
GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1. STRAP BREAKAGE HAZARD.
Improper operation of the tool or sharp corners on the load can result in
strap breakage during tensioning, which could result in the following:
!A sudden loss of balance causing you to fall.
!Both tool and strap flying violently towards your face.
Failure to place the strap properly around the load or an unstable or shifted load could result in
a sudden loss of strap tension during tensioning. This could result in a sudden loss of
balance causing you to fall.
Read the tool's operating instructions. If the load corners are sharp use edge protectors. Place
the strap correctly around a properly positioned load.
!Positioning yourself in-line with the strap, during tensioning and sealing, can result in
severe personal injury from flying strap or tool. When tensioning or sealing, position
yourself to one side of the strap and keep all bystanders away.
2. TRAINING.
This tool must not be used by persons not properly trained in its use. Be certain that you
receive proper training from your employer. If you have any questions contact your Signode
Representative.
3. 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.
4. FALL HAZARD.
Maintaining improper footing and/or balance when operating the tool can cause you to fall. Do
not use the tool when you are in an awkward position.
5. CUT HAZARD.
Handling strap or sharp parts could result in cut hands or fingers. Wear
protective gloves.
6. TOOL CARE.
Take good care of the tool. Inspect and clean it daily, lubricate it weekly and adjust when
necessary. Replace any worn or broken parts.
7. WORK AREA.
Keep work areas uncluttered and well lighted.

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Signode tools and machines are designed and warranted to work together with Signode
strapping and seals. Use of non-Signode strap, seals and/or manufactured or specified
replacement parts may result in strap breakage or joint separation while applying strapping
to a load or during normal shipping and handling. This could result in severe personal injury.
(208-DG SEALS)
(203 SEALS)
Use the correct Signode products for your application. If you need help contact your Signode
Representative.
SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR TOOL OPERATION
1. OPERATION SEQUENCE.
Before using this tool, read its Operation and Safety Instructions contained in this manual.
2. This tool is a single crimp type sealer that requires two (2) seals
with two (2) or three (3) sealing operations for each joint
depending on the seal type being used. Properly crimped seals
will appear as shown in the illustration. If the crimped seals do
not appear as shown, then the operator must proceed as
follows:
A. Ensure that the tool's
operating instructions are
being followed before
applying another strap.
B. Cut the strap off and apply
another.
If the crimped seals still do not
appear as shown, then inspect the tool for worn and/or damaged parts. Replace tool parts as
needed. BEFORE MOVING ANY PACKAGE BE CERTAIN THAT
THE SEALS ARE PROPERLY CRIMPED AS SHOWN. Miscrimped
joints may not secure the load and could cause serious injury.
3. Tuck strap end back into the dispenser when not in use.
CUTTING TENSIONED STRAP
FLYING STRAP HAZARD.
Using claw hammers, crowbars, chisels, axes or similar tools will cause tensioned strap to fly
apart with hazardous force. Use only cutters designed for cutting strap. Read the instructions in
the cutters manual for proper procedure in cutting strap. Before using any Signode product read
its Operation and Safety Manual.

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Signode tools and machines are
designed and warranted to work
together with Signode strapping and
seals. Use of non-Signode strap, seals
and/or manufactured or specified
replacement parts may result in strap
breakage or joint separation while
applying strapping to a load or during
normal shipping and handling. This
could result in severe personal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
General Safety Instructions 2
Specifications 4
Tool Maintenance 4
Operating Instructions:
For use with 208-DG Seal 5
For use with 203 Seal 6
Parts List 7
B-250
Part No. 020530
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
STRAP
MODEL TYPE WIDTH THICKNESS SEALS (2 SEALS PER JOINT)
B-250 Magnus 2"
(51mm)
.044" to .050"
(1.01mm to 1.27mm)
203 (3 Crimps)
208-DG (2 Crimps)
TOOL MAINTENANCE
1. Clean the tool and apply light machine oil to all moving parts on a weekly basis.
2. Inspect the tool before each use for worn or broken parts. Replace parts if necessary.

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(208-DG SEALS)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH 208-DG SEALS
Wear safety glasses which conform to ANSI Standard Z87.1 or EN 166. Stand to one side of
the tensioned strap while sealing. Maintain proper footing and balance. Make sure all
bystanders are clear before proceeding.
When using a 208-DG seal, two crimping
operations are required for each seal.
1. Thread two (2) seals onto the strap.
2. Fully open sealer handles and place the
open jaws to one end of the first seal.
3. Bring sealer handles completely together
to assure a proper crimp.
place the sealer on the opposite end of
the seal and bring the handles completely
together.
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second seal.
6. Inspect strap joint for proper formation,
see Joint Inspection. Cut the strap off by
bending the strap back and forth until it
breaks of flush with the seal.
7. To avoid contact with sharp end of strap,
retract strap end back into strap
dispenser.
JOINT INSPECTION, 208-DG SEAL
This tool is a single crimp type sealer that
requires two (2) seals and two (2) sealing
operations for each seal. Properly crimped
seals will appear as shown in the illustration.
If the crimped seals do not appear as shown,
then the operator must proceed as follows:
A. E
nsure that the tool's operating
instructions are being followed before
applying another strap.
B. Cut the strap off and apply another.
If the crimped seals still do not appear as
shown, then inspect the tool for worn and/or
damaged parts. Replace tool parts as
needed. BEFORE MOVING ANY PACKAGE
BE CERTAIN THAT THE SEALS ARE
PROPERLY CRIMPED AS SHOWN.
Miscrimped joints may not secure the load
and could cause serious injury.

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(203 SEALS)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH 203 SEALS
Wear safety glasses which conform to ANSI Standard Z87.1 or EN 166. Stand to one side of
the tensioned strap while sealing. Maintain proper footing and balance. Make sure all
bystanders are clear before proceeding.
When using a 203 seal, three crimping
operations are required for each seal.
1. Thread two (2) seals onto the strap.
2. Fully open sealer handles and place the
open jaws to one end of the first seal.
3. Bring sealer handles completely together
to assure a proper crimp.
Crimp the seal in the center then again at
the opposite end.
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second seal.
6. Inspect strap joint for proper formation,
see Joint Inspection. Cut the strap off by
bending the strap back and forth until it
breaks of flush with the seal.
7. To avoid contact with sharp end of strap,
retract strap end back into strap
dispenser.
JOINT INSPECTION, 203 SEAL
This tool is a single crimp type sealer that
requires two (2) seals and three (3) sealing
operations for each seal. Properly crimped
seals will appear as shown in the illustration.
If the crimped seals do not appear as shown,
then the operator must proceed as follows:
A. E
nsure that the tool's operating
instructions are being followed before
applying another strap.
B. Cut the strap off and apply another.
If the crimped seals still do not appear as
shown, then inspect the tool for worn and/or
damaged parts. Replace tool parts as
needed. BEFORE MOVING ANY PACKAGE
BE CERTAIN THAT THE SEALS ARE
PROPERLY CRIMPED AS SHOWN.
Miscrimped joints may not secure the load
and could cause serious injury.

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PARTS LIST
KEY QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 3 003868 Flexloc nut, 3/8-24
2 2 020534 Side plate
3 5 020528 Pivot pin
4 1 020533 Holding pawl pin
5 1 020535 Upper handle assembly
6 4 020521 Jaw
7 4 020536 Spacer
8 1 020519 Crimper
9 1 020531 Pawl spring
10 1 006787 Roll pin, 3/16 x 1
11 4 020529 Link pin
12 1 020522 Holding pawl
13 1 020523 Locking pawl
14 1 020532 Lock pawl spring
15 1 020527 Long link
16 1 020526 Short link
17 3 020540 Hex head cap screw, 3/8-24
18 2 020578 Handel grip
19 1 003132 Caution plate
20 1 020525 Lower handel assembly
!When ordering parts, please show tool model, part number and description.
!All recommended spare parts are underlined and should be stocked.
!Standard hardware parts may be obtained from local hardware suppliers.
NOTE: Apply Lubriplate 3000W (Signode P/N 422793) to all jaws, crimpers and pins.

© Copyright 1997 Signode 186061 Rev. 2/1997