3.2 Function
● The rocker lever is used to open the tension-
ing device so that the straps can be inserted.
● The straps are clamped between the tooth
plate on the rocker (1) and the tension wheel
(2).
● The strap is tensioned by the tension wheel
(2) rotating in a counter-clockwise direction.
● The straps are welded in the welding device
(3) using the friction welding process.
● The upper strap is cut off by the knife (4).
● You can choose between three operating
modes: (Section 4.2)
● Semi-automatic (standard/factory setting)
● Fully automatic
● Manual
● You can also choose between two tension
ranges: (Section 4.3/4.4)
● Standard tension for PET straps
● Soft tension for PP straps (Tension wheel
starts slowly. Prevents excessive dirt and
grime build up in tool.)
● The welding time can be set.
(Section 4.5)
● The tools can be operated with different strap
widths (Section 7):
● STB 71: 9–10 mm, 12–13 mm (
3
/
8
″,
1
/
2
″)
● STB 73: 12–13 mm, 15–16 mm (
1
/
2
″,
5
/
8
″)
STB 75: 15–16 mm, 18–19 mm (
5
/
8
″,
3
/
4
″)
3.3 Scope of delivery
For strapping tool STB 71 / STB 73: ● Battery 18 V/2.0 Ah Li-Ion Part no 2187.011
● Battery charger GAL 1880 CV EU Part no 2188.020
or for USA version: ● Battery 18 V/2.0 Ah (US) BAT612 Part no 2187.012
● Battery charger (US) BC1880 Part no 2188.021
or for Japan version: ● Battery charger GAL 1880 CV (JP) Part no 2188.022
or for Australia version: ● Battery charger GAL 1880 CV(AUS) Part no 2188.023
Tool kit consisting of: ● Wire brush
● Screwdriver Torx T20
● Offset screwdriver
Part no 1821.901.004
Part no 1821.901.010
Part no 1821.901.007