Signode TH-114 Instruction 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
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© Copyright 2003 Signode 286184 Rev. 5/2003
TH-114 STRAP TENSIONER
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TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
STRAP TYPE WIDTH THICKNESS
Apex, Magnus 1-1/4"(32.0mm) .029"(0.73mm) to .035"(0.89mm)

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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 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 on
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 tools 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.
!Using strap not recommended for this tensioner can
result in strap breakage during tensioning. Use the
correct Signode products for your application.
3. 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.
4. CUT HAZARD
Always wear protective gloves when
handling strap or sharp parts.
5. 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.
6. TOOL CARE.
Take good care of the tool. Inspect and clean it daily,
lubricate it weekly. Replace any worn or broken parts.
7. WORK AREA
Keep work areas uncluttered and well lit.
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 tensioner. Use the correct Signode products for your
application. If you need help contact your Signode
Representative.
SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR TOOL OPERATION
1. Before using this tensioner, read all the instructions in
this Operation, Parts and Safety Manual.
2. NEVER HANDLE OR SHIP ANY LOAD WITH IMPROPERLY
FORMED SEALS. Misformed seals may not secure the
load and could cause serious injury. Inspect the tool for
worn and/or damaged parts. Replace tool parts as
needed.
If seals are not being properly formed:
A. Ensure that the tool's operating instructions are
being followed before applying another strap.
B. Cut the strap off and apply another.
3. Tuck strap end back into the dispenser when not in use.
MAINTENANCE/CLEANING
Debris accumulated in the teeth of either the feedwheel or the
clutch plug must be removed with a small wire brush. A need
to clean the teeth will become apparent when either the
feedwheel skids on the strap or the lower strap slips on the
clutch plug during tensioning.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Wear safety glasses which conform to ANSI Standard
Z87.1 or EN 166.
Always position yourself to one side of the strap
while tensioning and sealing. Make sure all
bystanders are clear before proceeding. Maintain
proper footing and balance.
1. Encircle the package with strap as illustrated. Take up the
slack, keeping the strap squarely in line.
2. Squeeze the tension handle to the base to lift the
feedwheel and apply the tool to both layers of strap.
3. While standing to one side of the strap line, tension the
strap through continuous up and down motions with the
tensioning handle. NOTE: Do not allow the handle to
press against the base during the downward portion of
the tensioning cycle. This will raise the feedwheel and
release the tensioned strap.
4. Snap a seal on the straps directly in front of the tool,
making sure that the seal covers both straps.
5. Crimp or notch the seal as shown.
6. Press and hold the handle pawl with thumb. Squeeze the
handle to the base and remove the tool from the strap by
swinging the rear foot out as illustrated.
7. Excess strap is bent sharply back on the seal with the
thumb or fingers. Several additional bends will result in a
clean strap break off. If the width and gauge of the strap
being used will not allow it to be bent, cut the excess
strap as close to the seal as possible using an approved
strap cutter. Inspect the joint to make sure the seal has
been properly notched or crimped (Refer to the sealer
manual).