Signode RCD-1431 Instruction Manual

RCD-1431/3431
MANUALS SEALERS

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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.
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 double reverse notch type sealer. A properly formed
joint will appear as shown in the illustration. An improperly formed
seal which does not have four good notches could result in strap
separation which can result in serious personal injury or death. If
the joint does 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 joint still does 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 SEAL IS FORMED WITH FOUR GOOD NOTCHES AS SHOWN. Misnotched 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
Operating Instructions 5
Parts List 6
RCD-1431 (shown)
Part No. 020350
RCD-3431
Part No. 020560
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
STRAP
MODEL TYPE WIDTH THICKNESS SEALS
RCD-1431
Magnus
1 1/4"
(32mm)
.031"
(0.78mm)
114
114OF
114P
RCD-3431 3/4"
(19mm)
.025" to 0.031"
(0.63-0.78mm)
34HC
34HOC

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
1. Fully open sealer handles and center the
open jaws on the seal.
2. Bring sealer handles completely together
to assure a proper notch.
3. Remove sealer and inspect strap joint for
proper formation. Cut strap end with
cutter placed close to seal.
4. To avoid contact with sharp end of strap,
retract strap end back into strap
dispenser.
JOINT INSPECTION
This tool is a double reverse notch type
sealer. A properly formed joint will appear as
shown in the illustration. An improperly
formed seal which does not have four good
notches could result in strap separation
which can result in serious personal injury or
death. If the joint does not appear as shown,
then the operator must proceed as follows:
A. Ensu
re that the tool's operating instructions
are being followed before applying
another strap.
B. Cut the strap off and apply another.
If the joint still does 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 SEAL IS FORMED
WITH FOUR GOOD NOTCHES AS SHOWN.
Misnotched joints may not secure the load
and could cause serious injury.
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.

© Copyright 1996, Signode 186052 9/1996
SIGNODE
NEW TOOL WARRANTY
Signode Engineered Products Warrants that a new Signode strapping tool will operate per functional
specifications for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of shipment to the owner's place of business.
Normal wearing parts, as outlined in the Operation, Parts & Safety manual, are covered by a thirty (30) day
warranty unless, in Signode's judgement, these parts have been subjected to abnormal or extreme usage.
Signode's sole liability hereunder will be to repair or replace, without charge, F.O.B. Signode's Glenview,
Illinois plant, any tool which proves to not operate per functional specifications within the stated period.
Signode reserves the right to replace any tool which proves not to operate per functional specifications
with a new or like-new tool of the same model if in Signode's judgement such replacement is appropriate.
Any new replacement tool provided to an owner will carry a full sixty (60) day warranty. Any warranty
repaired tool or like-new replacement tool will carry a warranty for the balance of the time remaining on the
initial sixty (60) day warranty. This warranty will be extended to compensate for the time the tool is in
Signode's possession for warranty repairs.
This warranty is void as to any tool which has been: (I) subjected to mis-use, misapplication, accident,
damage, or repaired with other than genuine Signode replacement parts, (II) improperly maintained, or
adjusted, or damaged in transit or handling; (III) used with improperly filtered, unlubricated air or improper
strapping material, (IV) in Signode's opinion, altered or repaired in a way that affects or detracts from the
performance of the tool.
SIGNODE MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, RELATING TO MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS OR OTHERWISE EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE AND SIGNODE'S LIABILITY AS ASSUMED ABOVE
IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE AND PERFORMANCE
OF THE TOOL. IT IS EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD THAT SIGNODE SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES WHICH
MAY ARISE FROM LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR PRODUCTION, SPOILAGE OF MATERIALS,
INCREASED COSTS OF OPERATION OR OTHERWISE.
Considerable effort has be made to ensure that this product conforms to our high quality standards.
However, should you experience any difficulties, please contact your Sales Representative providing
samples and the manufacturing code specified on the tool.
Thank you for your help.
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Hand Tool Division
3620 W. Lake Avenue, Glenview, Illinois 60025