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0413 IH-2585

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GENERAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

1.  Before using tool read its operation instructions.

2.  Wear eye and hand protection. 

3.  Keep work areas uncluttered and well lit.

4.  Take good care of the tool. Inspect and adjust it 

daily. Replace worn or broken parts. Clean and 

lubricate it weekly. 

5.  Seals must be properly crimped or notched. 

6.  Retract strap and back into dispenser when not in use. 

SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR TOOL OPERATION

1.  Follow the operating instructions.

2.  Place strap properly around the load.

3.  Make sure that the bottom strap is inserted under 

the gripper properly.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.  When tensioning or sealing, position yourself to one 

side of strap.

5.  Maintain proper footing and balance when 

operating tool. 

6.  Use short strokes on tensioning handle. Do not 

tension strap when you are in an awkward position. 

7.  The warning sign (shown below) is located on the 

handle of your tool and alerts you to the following:

a.  Caution should be exercised when applying final 

tension as excessive tensioning can cause strap 

breakage. 

b.  Position yourself in such a manner that strap 

failure, or hands slipping off the handle will not 

cause loss of balance. 

c.  Never increase the length of tensioning handle 

by any means, such as slipping a pipe over the 

handle to extend its length. 

d.  Read operation and safety instructions.   

 

 

 

 

 

8.  Apply tensions that are proper for the size and type 

of strap being used and is compatible with the 

loads being strapped and its corner characteristics. 

Determine such tensioning levels by trial, using 

proper operating procedures. 

9.  Tuck the strap end back into the strap dispenser 

when you are not using it. 

10.  It is advisable that safety belts be worn by operators 

working on high loads. 

SAFETY PROCEDURE FOR CUTTING  

TENSIONED STRAP

1.  Wear eye and hand protection.

2.  Before cutting strap, make sure all bystanders are at 

a safe distance.

3.  Stand clear of strap. Cut strap. 

 

SAFETY

H-2585

TENSIONER

STRAP IS AWAY FROM STRAP GUIDE

STRAP IS AGAINST STRAP GUIDE

WRONG

CORRECT

BASE

GRIPPER  

BOTTOM

STRAP

WARNING

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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

BELOW COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY

•  Sudden strap breakage due to over tensioning will cause tool to violently release from the

  strap. Always tension the strap by facing the edge of the load with your body well away from

  the edge so that if the strap breaks you don’t fall off the load. If you are tensioning the strap

  using improper body position (with respect to the tool) on the top or side of the load, you could

  fall if the strap breaks. Read the tool manual.

• Never extend the handle’s length as this will make it easier to break the strap while positioning.

• Wear safety glasses that conform to ANSI Standard  Z87.1 or European Norm 166.

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