Signode D-58 User manual

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 2000, Signode 437137 Rev. 4/2000
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. 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.
3. CUT HAZARD
Always wear protective gloves when
handling strap or sharp parts.
4. 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.
5. TOOL CARE.
Take good care of the tool. Inspect and clean it daily,
lubricate it weekly. Replace any worn or broken parts.
6. WORK AREA
Keep work areas uncluttered and well lit.
7. TENSIONING STRAP.
When tensioning strap use proper tensioner for specific
strap sizes. Read the tensioner's operation and safety
manual.
8. CUTTING TENSIONED STRAP
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.
Several combinations of strap, seals and tools can be used
with this sealer. Use the correct Signode products for your
application. If you need help contact your Signode
Representative.
D-58 MANUAL SEALER
D-58 (423800)
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
STRAP
MODEL TYPE WIDTH GAUGE SEALS
D-58
2030
2040
2038B
5/8"
.030"
TO
.040"
58DY
SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR TOOL OPERATION
1. Before using this sealer, read all the instructions in this
Operation, Parts and Safety Manual.
2. Always lift and carry the tool by the tool handle knob.
Lifting the tool at any other point may expose the hand
to a "pinch point".
3. Make sure the sealer jaws are placed directly on the
seal.
4. While sealing, position yourself to one side of the
tensioned strap.
5. This tool is designed for use with grit seals and plastic
strap only. A properly crimped seal will
appear as shown in the illustration. If
the notched seal does not appear
as shown, inspect the tool for
worn and/or damaged parts.
Replace tool parts as
needed. Do not ship any
loads secured with
improperly crimped
seals. Seal must be
properly crimped.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Always wear safety glasses which conform to ANSI
Standard Z87.1 or EN 166. Position yourself to one
side of the tensioned strap while sealing. Maintain
proper footing and balance.
1. Fully open the sealer handles and center the open jaws
on the seal.
2. Bring the sealer handles completely together to assure a
proper crimp.
3. Remove the sealer. Cut the strap end flush with the end
of the seal and inspect the seal to make sure a proper
joint has been formed.
4. To avoid contact with the sharp end of the strap, retract
strap end back into the strap dispenser.
PART LIST
KEY QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
2 1 009392 Spacer washer, 3/16 standard
3 1 023803 Toggle pin
4 2 423541 Jaw
5 2 023805 Link pin
6 2 023804 Jaw pin
7 1 023809 Hex head bolt, 1/4-20 x 1 5/8
8 1 423542 Chair
9 1 005319 Flexloc nut, 1/4-20
10 2 423539 Side plate
11 2 423812 Handle assembly
12 1 003133 Caution plate
13 1 436129 Nameplate
!When ordering parts, please show tool model, part number and name.
!All recommended spare parts are underlined and should be stocked.
!Standard hardware parts may be obtained from local hardware suppliers.
MAINTENANCE
Inspect tool daily for worn or broken
parts and replace if necessary.
Clean tool and apply light machine oil
to all moving parts - weekly.