Polychem PHT1401, Operation Manual And Spare Parts List

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Tensioning problem— the tool comes back after tensioning
Probably damage to the “holding tension system” ( contact the after sale service)
Air leak
Check hose connections and fittings ( contact the after sale service)
Seal time is too short; The upper strap isn’t completely cut; the cutting is inconsistent
Improper weld time. Check if the sealing foot or the cutter are damaged or worn out. Check: if the
sealing foot is dirty or slides on strap, if the tool returns after tensioning. Check the air pressure
value.
Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application. Check, if the sealing
motor is locked or dirty. Check that the air circuit has the proper requirements. The cutter spring is
wrong for the strap or is damaged, try to replace it.
Seal time is too long; the strap is breaking during the seal – cut
Improper weld time adjustment, may be too long, adjust it.
Both straps are cut during sealing
Check if the gripper plate (under the sealing foot) is dirty or damaged (clean or replace it)
Check if there is too much tension. Improper weld time adjustment, may be too long, adjust it.
After sealing, pushing the lever 3, the tension motor doesn’t turn and the strap isn’t
released
The “holding tension system ”is faulty ( contact the after sale service)
Check the pneumatic valve and air circuit and if the pneumatic motor is damaged or dirty (contact
the after sale service). Do not use tools to remove the strap from the strapping tool. Cut the strap
from the package and then remove the bottom plate from the tool to release the strap.
After the cycle is not possible remove the tool from package
Check if the sealing piston is locked in lower position (down), in this case cut the strap from the
package and find out the problem (could be a pneumatic valve problem)
The sealing time will not remain constant
Timer valve problem, try to clean, lubricate or replace it ( contact the after sale service)