12
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following items are the most common
tool symptoms if problems should occur. For
symptoms or remedies not shown, contact
your Signode service representative for
additional information and details. The
following tool symptoms are shown in this
manual:
#1 SYMPTOM: Inadequate strap tension.
#2 SYMPTOM: Feedwheel milling or slipping.
#3 SYMPTOM: Incomplete sealing & cut off.
#4 SYMPTOM: Strap slipping through seal.
#5 SYMPTOM: Low joint strength.
#6 SYMPTOM: Seal slipping into tool nose.
#1 SYMPTOM: Inadequate strap tension.
CAUSE
REMEDY
1.
Improper strapping being used.
2.
Supply air pressure is set incorrectly.
3.
Air regulator at tool is set incorrectly.
4.
Filter screen clogged.
5.
Improper amount of oil in the supply
air.
6.
Worn or broken air hose.
7.
Back up roller (44) restricting strap
movement through tool.
1.
Check that Signode lubricated strap is
used.
2.
Make sure that the air pressure is set
between 70-90 psig (4.8-6.1 BAR) at
the tool.
3.
Adjust tension regulator.
4.
Check for particles restricting air flow
in the regulator or screen at end of
motor.
5.
Check lubricator operation and pour
one tablespoon of lubricating oil into
tool inlet.
6.
Check for restrictions or deterioration
of supply hose.
7.
Check that the backup roller (44) is
free to rotate.
#2 SYMPTOM: Feedwheel milling or slipping.
CAUSE
REMEDY
1.
Dirty or clogged feedwheel.
2.
Worn or broken feedwheel.
3.
Improper feedwheel clearance.
4.
Worn feedwheel shaft bearings.
5.
Restricted movement of energizing
piston.
1.
Clean feedwheel teeth.
2.
Check feedwheel (49). Replace if teeth
are broken or blunt. Inspect for proper
rotation orientation.
3.
Check feedwheel clearance.
4.
Check feedwheel shaft outer bearing
(50) for extreme elongation. Replace if
necessary.
5.
Check feedwheel energizing piston for
freedom of movement. make sure the
air has been disconnected from the
tool before proceeding.
