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 1998, Signode 9/98
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-25LH STRAP CUTTER
Part No. 022654
For cutting all strap up to 2" x .050" (50mm x
1.27mm).
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. Cut strap.
