3M 800af manual Taping Heads

Special Set-Up Procedure (Continued)

Changing the Tape Leg Length (from 70 to 50 mm [2-3/4 to 2 inches])

The following changes to the case sealer frame and upper/lower taping heads will allow the taping of boxes 95 mm [3-3/4 inch] minimum height with box widths greater than 195 mm [7-3/4 inch].

CASE SEALER FRAME

1.Crank upper taping head frame up high enough to allow clearance for removal of lower taping.

2.Remove the stop bracket (Figure 6-3C) from normal position "A" and fasten in lower position "A-A". Relocate stop brackets on both columns.

TAPING HEADS

WARNING – Use care when working near tape cut-off knife on taping heads as knife is extremely sharp and could cause severe injury

1.Remove tape rolls from both upper and lower taping heads.

2.Loosen, but do not remove, the two retaining screws that secure the upper taping head. See Figure 6-3A. Slide the head forward and lift straight up to remove it from case sealer.

CAUTION – Taping heads weigh approximately 7.2 kg [16 lbs]. Use proper body mechanics when lifting or holding taping head.

3.Lift the lower taping head, shown in Figure 6-3B, straight up to remove it from the machine bed.

4.Refer to Section II, Adjustments – Changing Tape Leg Length" page 13 for taping head set-up.

5.Replace taping heads in case sealer, reverse of disassembly.

Figure 6-3 – Removing Taping Heads from Case Sealer

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