IM PO RTANT - DO NO T DESTRO Y THIS M ANUAL. It is the custom er's responsibility to have all operators and
service personnel read and understand this m anual. Contact your local Signode representative for additional
copies of this m anual.
© Copyright 1994, Signode 186103 Rev. 10/94
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
1.
EYE INJURY HAZARD.
Failure to wear safety glasses with side
shields can result in severe eye injury or
blindness. Always wear safety glasses
with side shields which conform to ANSI
Standard Z87.1 or EN 166.
2.
FALL HAZARD.
Maintaining improper footing and/or balance when
operating the tool can cause you to fall. Do not use the
tool when you are in an awkward position.
3.
CUT HAZARD
Always wear protective gloves when
handling strap or sharp parts.
4.
TRAINING.
This tool must not be used by persons not properly
trained in its use. Be certain that you receive proper
training from your employer. If you have any questions
contact your Signode Representative.
5.
TOOL CARE.
Take good care of the tool. Inspect and clean it daily,
lubricate it weekly. Replace any worn or broken parts.
6.
WORK AREA
Keep work areas uncluttered and well lit.
7.
TENSIONING STRAP.
When tensioning strap use proper tensioner for specific
strap sizes. Read the tensioner's operation and safety
manual.
8.
CUTTING TENSIONED STRAP
Using claw hammers, crowbars, chisels, axes or similar
tools will cause tensioned strap to fly apart with
hazardous force. Use only cutters designed for cutting
strap. Read the instructions in the cutters manual for
proper procedure in cutting strap. Before using any
Signode product read its operation and safety manual.
Several combinations of strap, seals and tools can be used
with this sealer. Use the correct Signode products for your
application. If you need help contact your Signode
Representative.
D TYPE MANUAL SEALERS
D-504 (023800)
D-506 (023820)
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
TYPE & WIDTH
THICKNESS
SEALS
D-504
502,504 Dymax, 1/2"
.015 TO .020 50DY,DYS
814,816 Contrax, 1/2"
.016 TO .021
1816,1818 Tenax, 1/2"
.017 TO .020
D-506
506,508 Dymax, 1/2"
.025 TO .030 50DY
818, Contrax, 1/2"
.025
1822, Tenax, 1/2"
.028
SAFETY PROCEDURES FOR TOOL OPERATION
1.
Before using this sealer, read all the instructions in this
Operation, Parts and Safety Manual.
2.
Always lift and carry the tool by the tool handle knob.
Lifting the tool at any other point may expose the hand
to a "pinch point".
3.
Make sure the sealer jaws are placed directly on the
seal.
4.
While sealing, position yourself to one side of the
tensioned strap.
5.
This tool is designed for use with grit
seals and plastic strap only. A
properly crimped seal will appear as
shown in the illustration. If the
notched seal does not appear as
shown, inspect the tool for worn
and/or damaged parts. Replace tool parts as needed.
Do not ship any loads secured with improperly crimped
seals. Seal must be properly crimped.
