Signode AM-34 - Joint Formation; Joint Inspection; Cutting Tensioned Strap; Flying Strap Hazard

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Use the correct Signode products for your application. If you need help contact your
Signode Representative.
Signode tools and machines are designed and warranted to work together with Signode
strapping and seals. Use of non-Signode strap, seals and/or manufactured or specified
replacement parts may result in strap breakage or joint separation while applying strapping
to a load or during normal shipping and handling. This could result in severe personal
injury.
JOINT FORMATION
1. Before using this tool, read its Operation and Safety Instructions contained in this manual.
2. This tool is a double notch type sealer. Each
joint must be inspected to make certain it
has four (4) good notches. A properly formed
joint will appear as shown in the illustration.
If the joint does not appear as shown, then
the operator must proceed as follows:
A. Make certain that the tool's operating instructions are being followed before applying
another strap.
B. Cut the strap off and apply a new strap and seal.
C. An improperly formed seal which does not have four (4) good notches, could result in
strap separation. Before moving any package be certain that the seal is formed as shown.
Inspect the joint to make certain it appears as shown in the illustration. If not, remove the
strap and check the tool for worn or broken parts. Repair the tool before applying another
strap.
NOTE: NOTCHES MUST BE EQUALLY SPACED ALONG THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE SEAL.
FAILURE TO EQUALLY SPACE THE NOTCHES COULD RESULT IN STRAP SEPARATION.
MOVING AND STACKING STRAPPED LOADS
Before moving or stacking any strapped load, follow all standard industry practices regarding
safe material handling procedures.
CUTTING TENSIONED STRAP
FLYING STRAP HAZARD.
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.