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Installation
1. The box conveying system must positively propel
the box in a continuous motion, not exceeding
0.40 m/s [80 feet per minute], past the taping
head assembly since the box motion actuates
the taping mechanism.
2. If a pusher or cleated conveyor is being used,
steps should be taken in the conveyor design to
prevent the pusher from contacting the applying or
buffing roller arms resulting in damage to the
taping head.
Receiving And Handling
After the taping head assembly has been
unpackaged, examine the unit for damage that might
have occurred during transit. If damage is evident,
file a damage claim immediately with the
transportation company and also notify your 3M
Representative.
Installation Guidelines
The taping head assembly can be used in converting
existing or in custom made machinery.
It can be mounted for top taping or bottom taping.
Refer to "Box Size Capacities," as well as Figure 2-1
in the Specifications section, for the following points
in making such installations:
4. Mounting studs are provided with the taping
head, but special installations may require an
alternate method of mounting.
5. Box hold-down or guide skis should be provided
and the taping head mounted so that the side
plates are 6 mm [1/4 inch] maximum away from
the ski surface on which the box rides.
Tape Leg Length
Taping heads are factory set to apply standard 70 mm
[2 3/4 inch] tape legs. The heads can be converted to
apply 50 mm [2 inch] tape legs if desired but both
upper and lower heads must be set to apply the same
tape leg length. Refer to "Adjustments—Changing
Tape Leg Length From 70 to 50 mm [2 3/4 to 2
inches]" for more information
The conveyor speed at which the product moves
through the taping heads affects the leading and
trailing tape leg length. Refer to"Adjustments—
Leading Tape Leg Length Adjustment" for more
information.
Tape Width Adjustment
Taping heads are factory set to apply 48 mm [2 inch]
wide tape. If it is necessary to align the tape or to
apply narrower tapes, refer to "Adjustments—Tape
Web Alignment".
The AccuGlide™ 2+ STD Upper Taping Head is
supplied with a buffing arm guard. Adjustments to
this guard may be required to install the taping
head into some older design 3M-Matic™ case
sealers.
3. Figure 2-1 illustrates the typical mounting
relationship for opposing taping head assemblies
to allow taping of box heights down to 90 mm [3
1/2 inches]. To tape box heights down to 70 mm
[2 3/4 inches], the taping heads must be
completely staggered so that only one tape seal
is applied at one time.
•To reduce the risk associated with sharp blade hazards:
−Keep hands and fingers away from tape cutoff blades under orange blade guards. The blades are
extremely sharp.
WARNING
Important: Always conduct a hazard review to
determine appropriate guarding requirements
when the installation is in an application other
than 3M-Matic™ equipment.
•To reduce the risk associated with muscle
strain:
−Use proper body mechanics when removing
or installing taping heads that are moderately
heavy or may be considered awkward to lift.
CAUTION