3M 3M-Matic 700rks, Instructions And Parts

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Operation
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Figure 3-7 – Tape Threading With Alternate Outboard Tape Drum
WARNING – Taping head weighs
approximately 7.2 kg [16 pounds]
without tape. Use proper body mechanics
when removing or installing taping head.
Tape Loading/Threading
1. Raise and latch upper taping head frame in fully
raised position.
2. See Section II , Pages 7 and 8 for tape threading.
Note – If lower tape drum is mounted in alternate
outboard position, remove taping head from
machine bed by pulling straight up, insert threading
needle in taping head according to threading
diagram and then replace taping head in machine
bed. Install tape roll on drum (adhesive side on
tape leg up), thread tape under knurled roller on
outboard mount, then attach tape to threading
needle and pull tape through taping head with
threading needle as shown in Figure 3-7.