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6. TOOL REMOVAL & JOINT INSPECTION
Squeeze the handle and the air motor
together to release the cut off strap end.
Lift the PRHM-34 tool from the tie and
closely inspect the joint to make sure the
tool has properly notched the seal. Refer
to Sealing Operation on the following
page for details regarding an acceptably
notched joint.
This tool is a double reverse notch-joint sealers. Each notch-joint
must be inspected to make certain it has four (4) good notches. A
properly formed notch-joint will appear as shown in the
illustration. If the notch-joint does not appear as shown, then the
operator must proceed as follows.
1. Make certain that the tool's operating instructions are being
followed before applying another strap.
2. Cut the strap off and apply a new strap and seal.
3. An improper 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
broken strap and check the tool for worn or broken parts. Repair the tool for worn or
broken parts. Repair the tool before applying another strap.