Manual Tape Applicator
Figure 10: Cutting the tape
Tamping
After applying the pavement marking tape tamp it thoroughly with the
When using the
•Do not twist or turn the tamping device on the tape.
•Make three passes back and forth over each part of the tape
•Move the
•Make sure all edges are firmly adhered
•If applying block markings or pedestrian crossings, start in the center of the marking, then work towards the edges to remove trapped air.
•Open road to traffic as soon as tamping is completed
Tamping is most important !
Maintenance
Keep all Fasteners Tight
Lubrication: The pivot points and sliding areas should be kept lubricated with light oil.
Cleaning: The silicone application roller wheels and cutting mechanism must be kept clean.
Mineral spirits, fuel oil or any other light oil cleaners may be used on the wheels and knives.
Check knife blades from time to time to prevent adhesive
Solvents may be used occasionally for difficult cleaning problems. A spray bottle of cleaner or silicone spray is useful to prevent asphalt and dirt pickup on the wheels and adhesive buildup on the knives during operation.
Caution: Do not use solvents or petroleum products on the silicone application roll when working on new, hot asphalt surfaces.
To prevent asphalt buildup around the roller, untighten the scraper mounting screws and move the scraper back. Tighten the screws.
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Adjustments
The Knifes are
Either the stationary knife or the sliding knife may be adjusted. To adjust the stationary knife, untighten the mounting screws slightly. Turn the setscrews to bring the cutting edge down, and retighten the mounting screws. The same procedure is followed to adjust the sliding knife. Each knife has two cutting edges. The knives may be removed and new cutting edges exposed. The knives may be sharpened after the cutting edges are dull.
Trouble Shooting
Tape is not properly cut: The tape will not cut cleanly if cutting is done while the applicator is in motion. If the knife edges are dull or out of alignment, the knives should be sharpened and adjusted. (See Adjustments). Clean adhesives build up from knives. (See Maintenance).
MTA-2 - Spare Parts:
Spare parts can be ordered directly at the machine manufacturer. Please contact your 3M representative for further information.
Literature Reference
For additional information on 3M™ Stamark™ Tapes, Application Instructions or 3M™ Application Equipment, refer to the following publications:
IF OV | Information Folder Overlay Application |
IF AP | Information Folder Inlay Application |
IF BPlus | Information Folder BitumenPlus Application |
IF | Information Folder Adhesive Spray |
| Applicator |
IF P50 | Information Folder Surface Preparation |
| Adhesive 3M™ Stamark™ P50 |
IF | Information Folder Tamper Cart |
PB A340 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ Durable |
| Tape Series A340 |
PB A380 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ |
| High Performance Tape Series A380SD/ESD |
PB A820 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ |
| Wet Reflective Tape Series A820 |
PB A650 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ Temporary |
| Tape Series A650 |
PB A540 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ Temporary |
| Tape Series A540 |
PB A720 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ Temporary |
| Wet Reflective Tape Series A720 |
PB A750 | Product Bulletin 3M™ Stamark™ Temporary |
| Wet Reflective Tape Series A750 |