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Operator Manual 

Model BP500

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Tape Dispenser 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Meets UL, CE AND CSA Electrical and Safety Standards 

 

BETTER 

PACKAGES

® 

 

255 Canal Street, Shelton, CT 06484 
Web-site: www.betterpackages.com 

 

BP P/N: MAN-500M-OPR   

 

 

                           File Name:BP500M Operator Manual 

 

Summary of Contents for BP500M

Page 1: ...perator Manual Model BP500M Tape Dispenser Meets UL CE AND CSA Electrical and Safety Standards BETTER PACKAGES 255 Canal Street Shelton CT 06484 Web site www betterpackages com BP P N MAN 500M OPR File Name BP500M Operator Manual ...

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Page 3: ...atsoever for any losses or damages incurred as a result of information contained in this manual Proprietary Notice This publication contains information proprietary and confidential to Better Packages Any reproduction disclosure or use of this publication is expressly prohibited except as Better Packages may otherwise authorize in writing Better Packages Inc 255 Canal Street Shelton CT 06484 Telep...

Page 4: ...E OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions Page 5 Technical Data Page 6 Unpacking Notice Page 7 Preparing for Operation Page 8 Operating Instructions Page 12 Recommended Maintenance Page 14 Warranty Information Page 16 ...

Page 5: ... is equipped with an electric cord having an equipped grounding conductor and grounding plug The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances Before connecting the machine to the power mains verify that the electrical ratings of the machine match the electrical supply intended for connection otherwise do not conne...

Page 6: ...114 cm per second Water Bottle Capacity 1 Liter Tape Width 3 8 cm to 7 62 cm Maximum Roll Size 17 78 cm diameter roll Tape Length Dispensed 10 cm to 228 cm Shipping Weight 13 6 Kg Power Requirements BP500M 220 VAC 50 Hz 2 0 Amps All specifications subject to change without notice ...

Page 7: ...ne check to make sure you have the following items before discarding the packing material Water Bottle Water Tank and Brush Upper Tape Plate Power Cord Note The upper tape plate is held in position by tape The tape must be removed prior to the operation of the machine ...

Page 8: ...l mechanism as shown below Upper Tape Plate 2 Remove tank and brushes Wash brushes thoroughly in warm water and soap or mild detergent Replace brushes in water tank Note the brushes are beveled Replace them in tank being sure each brush is positioned with the high side toward the front of the tank Replace tank and brushes in the machine Water Tank Brush ...

Page 9: ...e a high water level Lighter tapes require less water and a lower level The water level is controlled by an adjusting knob on the water tank Loosen or tighten the knob depending on the level of water you desire 4 Adjust roll guides inside rear of machine to proper width of tape Tape Guides The tape roll guides should be properly set for the width of the tape being dispensed The roll of tape should...

Page 10: ...erly loaded the tape Insert roll in basket Feed tape over roller Feed tape under upper plate 6 Electrical Connection a Plug machine into 220 volt 50 Hz current only WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY all the metal parts of this machine are electrically grounded through a 3 wire power supply cord and a 3 prong grounding type plug which must be plugged into a 3 wire grounded type receptacle If you are not sure...

Page 11: ...ed Maximum pressure is with all weights in place For example certain paper tapes have adhesives which normally require somewhat less water for best moistening results With such tapes very little weight is required and all weights at front of pressure plate and top heater assembly are generally removed Other tapes requiring slightly more water usually work best with medium weight pressure Only one ...

Page 12: ...machine 2 To feed the tape just lightly touch the button for the length of tape you wish to dispense Only light momentary pressure is needed on the dispensing button The button controls an individual switch which resets when the proper length of tape is dispensed 3 This machine has the ability to dispense lengths of tape from 10 cm to 228 cm long Just lightly touch the keypad for your desired leng...

Page 13: ...h the arrow and hold your finger with slight pressure and a length of tape will be dispensed as long as you are pressing the arrow keypad The maximum length of tape in the random feature is 304 cm This key is at the right front of the keypad 2X Key Repeat Key Random Key ...

Page 14: ...ioned correctly Brushes must be sloped toward the front of the dispenser in order to work properly The top of the brushes are cut on an angle Shorter brushes go in the back The longer length bristles must be toward the front of the machine tank Notice Installing the brushes in backwards will cause excessive tape jams Never cut the brushes tips to remove adhesive as they are cut at a specific angle...

Page 15: ...ean the bottom of it Under the heater is a plate that the tape rides over Lift the heater and clean between the plates 3 With fingers lift blade to clear any tape jam that may have obstructed the cutting area As you lift the blade simply remove any tape that was jammed in the tape path Caution blade is very sharp keep finger clear of blade edge Lift blade and remove any tape jam Lubrication 1 All ...

Page 16: ...elivery to the original purchaser The company will replace any defective parts within the warranty on a no charge basis The distributor will furnish for the first 90 days without charge necessary to labor or instruct the customer s maintenance department in servicing the machine For service under this warranty call or write your nearest Better Packages distributor or Better Packages Inc Shelton CT...

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