ITW Signode CU-25 Instructions Manual

PARTS LIST

Key

Part Name Quantity

Part

No. No.

1 Top Cutter Blade* 1 005744
2

Flexloc Nut** Thin 5/16 - 24 STD.

2 00391 1
3 T op Handle 1 005742
4 Bolt 5/16 -24 x 1-5/16 2 005758
5 Handle Link 1 005745
6 Cutter Lever 1 005746
7 Cutter Drive Pin 1 005748
8 Bottom Handle 1 005741
9 Cutter Lever Bolt** 2 005747
1 0 Bottom Cutter Blade 1 005743
11 L.H. Bolt** 1 005749

MODEL CU-25 STRAP CUTTER

FOR ALL STRAP SIZE THROUGH 2” X .050

TOOL

MAINTENANCE

This tool has been thoroughly inspected and tested before

shipment. It is designed for long life and trouble free service.

Applying light machine oil to all moving parts will aid you in

prolonging the serviceability of this tool.

In the event parts need replacement, contact your

local ITW Signode Representative.

When ordering parts please show tool model, part number and name.

Wearing parts are usually limited to those undelined.

Common hardware parts may be obtained at any local hardware supply.

* Top Cutter Balde (Key #1) may be reversed when worn.

** Use Loctite #271 on threads only.

Note: Bevel
on this side.

For Assembly of Cutter Drive
Pin (Key #7) and Cutter Lever
(Key #6) only)

P. 005740

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHARPENING LOWER CUTTER BLADE

(Key No. 10) ON MODEL CU-25 STRAP CUTTER

STEP 1. Dismantle blade by removing socket-head center screw, (Key #11). IMPORTANT!

This screw has left hand threads.

STEP 2. Remove any burrs or nicks from outside face of cutter blade which prevent blade

from laying flat on magnetic chuck.

STEP 3. Locate outside face on magnetic chuck of surface grinder with length of blade running

parallel with grinding wheel. Grind entire surface of cutting face side. Remove only
sufficient metal to clean up cutting edge.

STEP 4. Reassemble, making sure that all locating surfaces are free from dust or chips. Tighten

screw firnly.

HOW TO USE THIS TOOL SAFELY AND MOST
PRODUCTIVELY

This ITW Signode strapping tool was designed and engineered to provide safe, reliable, and
long service. You can help keep it that way with a few commonsense procedures - beginning
with a careful reading of the operating instructions.

1. USE THE CORRECT TOOL AND THE RIGHT STRAPPING - in case of doubt, ask your
ITW Signode representative how to use the tool correctly.

2. KEEP WORK AREAS UNCLUTTERED AND WELL-LIT.

3. WEAR ADEQUATE EYE AND FACE PROTECTION.

4. TREAT THE TOOL WITH RESPECT. Keep it clean, lubricated, and properly adjusted. Inspect
it daily. Replace worn parts.

5. TUCK THE STRAP END BACK INTO THE DISPENSER WHEN YOU’RE THROUGH.

HIGH TENSION APPLICATIONS

6. STAND TO ONE SIDE OF THE STRAP BEING TENSIONED AND KEEP YOUR HANDS CLEAR
OF IT.

7. MAINTAIN PROPER FOOTING AND BALANCE when operating the tool. Use short handle
strokes. Don’t overreach; don’t force the tool. Too much tension can break the strap.

CUTTING STRAPS

When cutting a tensioned strap, stand to one side of the strap being
cut, and hold the strap against the package above the cutter, as in
the sketch.

ITW Signode India Limited, Rudraram Village, Patancheru Mandal,

Sangareddy Tq., Medak Dist.-502329, A.P., India.

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