12.9 Trouble Shooting Guide (continued)
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The blade does not cut tape |
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| One or both cutter springs are |
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Tape is tabbing on the trailing |
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| The blade is not cutting tape |
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| The tape is threaded incorrect |
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| Applying mechanism spring |
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CORRECTION
Replace the blade
Increase tape tension by adjusting the
Clean and adjust the blade
Make sure the blade is bottomed out against the mounting bolts
Lubricate the blade oiler pad on the blade guard
Mount the blade so that the beveled edge is away from the entrance end of the head
Replace the defective spring(s)
Adjust the
Clean adhesive deposits from the surface ends and shafts of the rollers. Remove all lubricant from roller surfaces
Refer to tape cutting problems
Rethread tape
Move spring hook to next tighter hole
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