
PHT1401
OPERATION MANUAL | SPARE PARTS LIST
PNEUMATIC PLASTIC STRAPPING TOOL
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL
6277 HEISLEY ROAD, MENTOR, OHIO 44060
POLYCHEM CORPORATION
PHONE: 440.357.1500, FAX: 440.352.9553
WWW.POLYCHEM.COM
ED. 08/11

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1) Safety instructions
2)
Technical data
3)
Warranty and liability
4)
Installation
5)
Operating elements / adjustments
6)
Operation
7)
Servicing and cleaning
8)
Troubleshooting
9)
Layout – spare parts list
READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
WEAR EYE, FACE, AND HAND PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING
THE TOOL.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
The tool must be used by properly trained people. Failure to follow the operating instructions or
improper use could cause strap breakage, injuries, or package damages.
Check tool daily, do not use tool with worn or damaged parts. Use original spare parts for
replacement. Never modify any tool part.
Do not put fingers, hands or other body parts between the strap and package during the cycle.
It is your responsibility to check the seal joints made by your tool. Training about the weld time
adjustment will be useful to check the seal quality in order to avoid severe injury. Never move goods
with bad quality seals. Only use specific strap dispenser to dispense the strap. Keep your working
area clean and always use the tool in good balance and safety conditions. Never use straps as a
means of pulling or lifting goods.
Always use a proper safety strap cutter and keep other people and yourself at a safe distance from
strap, always stand to side of strap, away from direction of strap trajectory once cut. Hold the upper
strap portion and pay attention that the lower strap will snap forward away from you.
Improper operation, excessive tensioning, use of non-recommended strap, or sharp corners on the
package could cause a loss of strap tension and/or strap breakage that could lead to packaging
failure or injury. The following is recommended; use edge protectors if package has sharp corners,
place the strap correctly around a properly positioned package, stand in safety position (on one side
of strap) during strapping cycle, and use the correct strap quality, width, thickness, and break
strength as recommended in this manual.
Please save this manual, as it is a part of the tool. This tool is manufactured without any substances
which could be dangerous to health. National instructions must be observed for disposal of all the
parts.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
Never operate this tool using a bottled air or other gas source. Do not exceed the air pressure range
as shown in this operation manual. For all adjustments, repairs or cleaning of the tool, always
disconnect air supply. Always use dry, clean and lubricated compressed air.
80% plastic strap strength*
Level sound emission.
Measurement
type A (2003/10/CE)
Vibrations at handle (2002/44/CE)
• depends on kind of strap
CHART OF TYPES
COMPRESSED AIR:

3) WARRANTY
Polychem Corporation warrants all its tools and battery chargers during a period of 6 months from the
shipping date document. Wear parts are warranted for 45 days, otherwise wear parts are excluded from
regular warranty, wear parts are shown on spare parts list (in tool manual).
Warranty includes free replacement parts. The warranty is not valid in case of improper use, lack of
maintenance, tampering, arbitrary modifications and reparations, use of non-original parts, disregard of
instructions of the operation manual, or missing serial number. No compensation can be claimed for
production shutdowns and for damages to people and objects due to tool defects. Polychem Corporation
reserves the right to modify the tools and documentation without any obligation to update previous ones.
Polychem warrants all its batteries during a period of 120 days from the shipping date document. The
manufacturer is committed to replace it with a free battery only when there are manufacturing defects that
make it unfit for use.
It is recommended to always use a dryer unit near the compressor and a filter-regulator-lubricator
unit with pressure gauge close to tool air connection to avoid the entrance of water and dirt in the
valves or in the pneumatic motors. Check daily the presence of oil in the lubricator. Connect the tool
to air with quick connector ¼” and use minimum 8mm or 3/8” internal diameter pipe; max length for
flexible pipe 10 m between tool and regulator group. Check that your compressor / air distribution
plant is able to supply the right air quantity as shown in the operation manual without losing pressure.
TOOL AIR CONNECTION

DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL WITHOUT STRAP, YOU COULD DAMAGE THE FEEDWHEEL
AND THE WELDING / CUTTING GROUP
Adjustment of welding - cutting time
The welding time can be adjusted with a screwdriver (pic.A). Depending on strap quality and
dimensions, turning the screw, as shown; turning clockwise will increase the time, turning counter
clockwise will decrease the time.
Adjusting strap tension
The maximum strap tension can be adjusted with a screwdriver by turning the screw on the
pneumatic motor as shown (pic.B). Turning clockwise will reduce the tension, turning counter
clockwise will increase tension. Do not exceed maximum tension.
5) OPERATING ELEMENTS AND ADJUSTMENTS
LEVER 2 – CUTTING / WELDING
WELDING MOTOR
LEVER 1 – TENSIONING
LEVER 3 – RELEASE FEEDWHEEL
TENSION
HANDLE

( A ) ( B )
Strap size conversion
( C1 ) ( C2 )
To configure the tool for 25mm (1”) and 32mm (1-1/4”) strap sizes follow the instructions below:
Turn the strap guide 1 and 2 in 32mm (1 1/4”) position as pic.C1-C2.
Turn the strap guide 1 and 2 in 25mm (1”) position as pic.C1-C2.
WELDING TIME
ADJUSTMENT
TENSION MOTOR
ADJUSTMENT FORCE
REAR STRAP GUIDE (2)

The tool model
PHT1401
is designed to strap packages with plastic strap. The strap is fed around the
package manually and inserted in the tool, as shown in the instructions, tension, cut and friction
welded by the tool. Wrap the parcel to be bound with the strap, as shown in pic.D1, hold the end of
the strap with left hand and overlap the strap with right hand (beware that the strap must be clean, oil
and grease free); open the tool squeezing the handle and motor together with right hand, then insert
the two straps between the body and bottom plate pushing the straps against the front and rear
guides (pic.D2). Release handle (pic.D3).
( D1 ) ( D2 ) ( D3 )
Push the tension lever #1(pic. D4) until desired tension is reached or until the motor stalls. Release
lever #1 and push lever #2 one time (pic. D5) to cut and weld the strap. (Adjust time before
sealing).Welding and cooling time will be signalled by the little piston (pic. D6) when piston returns
the welding cycle is complete (pic.D7). At this point you can remove the strap by following the
instructions below.
( D4 ) ( D5 )
( D6 ) ( D7 )
WARNING: Wait until the piston returns (pic.D7) before releasing the strap

NO – seal
strength affected
Push lever #3 for around one second to release the feed wheel tension force (pic. D8), open the tool
by squeezing the handle and motor together and then remove the tool by pulling it to the right (pic.
D8).
( D8 ) ( D9 )
Seal check
A regular seal check is very important and it can be visually examined as follows:
E1) -
short sealing time-
E2)-
right sealing time-
E3) -
too long sealing time-
( E1 )
( E2 )
( E3 )
NO – seal strength insufficient

DISCONNECT TOOL FROM COMPRESSED AIR LINE BEFORE ANY SERVICE OR CLEANING
Periodically clean the tool from strap dust, particularly the feed wheel, the gripper plates and the
cutter. Use compressed air or a wire brush (do not use other tools or keys) (pic. F1,F2)
( F1 ) ( F2 )
Cutter replacement
Disconnect the air pipe from welding motor (pic.G1), remove the 2 locking motor screws (pic.G2),
remove the motor (pic.G3).Remove the cutter spring with pliers (pic.G4), put air in the disconnected
pipe to push down the piston to free up the cutter and then remove the cutter from its seat by using
pliers (pic.G5). Replace it and reassemble in reverse order putting grease on spring and cutter seat.
( G1 ) ( G2 ) ( G3 )
( G4 ) ( G5 )

Feed wheel replacement
Remove the pushing spring (pic.H1), disconnect the motor pipes (pic.H2), remove the 6 bottom plate
screws (pic.H3), unscrew the holding screw (pic.H4), remove the nut on the pivot shaft (pic.H5) and
remove the shaft from main frame (pay attention to the shim) (pic H6). Remove the feed wheel shaft
nut (pic.H7) Remove the front cover, bushing, spacers, and feed wheel (pic. H8); replace the worn
part (pic. H9). Reassemble in the opposite order by starting with the feed wheel shaft parts.
( H1 ) ( H2 ) ( H3 )
( H4 ) ( H5 ) ( H6 )
Bottom plate grippers replacement
Remove the 6 bottom plate screws (pic.L1), unscrew the gripper screws (pic.L2), replace the parts
(pic.L3), and reassemble in opposite order.
( L1 ) ( L2 ) ( L3 )

Welding gripper replacement
Remove the cutter as shown in G1 to G5 sequence; remove the bottom plate as Pic. L1, remove the
safety circlip from welding gripper pin (pic.M1), remove the pin from welding gripper (pic.M2), and
remove welding gripper (pic. M3) and replace the worn part. Reassemble all parts in reverse order. It
is advised to replace the safety circlip with a new one.
( M1 ) ( M2 ) ( M3 )
The tension of strap is insufficient
Check: air pressure value (min.6 bar), if the filter / lubricator and/or the pneumatic motor is
damaged or dirty (contact the after sale service), the power adjusting screw on the pneumatic
motor,
the pneumatic circuit, tension button, connections, pipes, valve (contact the after sale service)
The feed wheel slips and mills on strap
Check if the feed wheel and grippers are dirty or damaged, check the gap between feed wheel and
grippers (around 0,2mm– 0.008”). Adjust the motor power—too much tension force.
Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application
The strap is breaking during tension
Adjust the motor power—too much tension force. Check if the strap qualities are right for the
strapping tool and application. Check for sharp edges on package.
The tensioned strap is sideways; the seal isn’t in the middle of strap width
Adjust the motor power—too much tension force. Check if the strap qualities are right for the
strapping tool and application. Check that the strap guides are set for the proper width and are
aligned right.
The lower strap isn’t locked between the grippers and feed wheel so the tool goes forward
during the tension
Check the gap between feed wheel and grippers (around 0,2mm– 0.008”). Check if the locking
strap plates are dirty or damaged. Adjust the motor power for quality of strap
Top strap is dragging on lower strap
Check the gap between feed wheel and grippers (around 0,2mm– 0.008”)- try to increase the gap.
Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application.

Tensioning problem— the tool comes back after tensioning
Probably damage to the “holding tension system” ( contact the after sale service)
Check hose connections and fittings ( contact the after sale service)
Seal time is too short; The upper strap isn’t completely cut; the cutting is inconsistent
Improper weld time. Check if the sealing foot or the cutter are damaged or worn out. Check: if the
sealing foot is dirty or slides on strap, if the tool returns after tensioning. Check the air pressure
value.
Check if the strap qualities are right for the strapping tool and application. Check, if the sealing
motor is locked or dirty. Check that the air circuit has the proper requirements. The cutter spring is
wrong for the strap or is damaged, try to replace it.
Seal time is too long; the strap is breaking during the seal – cut
Improper weld time adjustment, may be too long, adjust it.
Both straps are cut during sealing
Check if the gripper plate (under the sealing foot) is dirty or damaged (clean or replace it)
Check if there is too much tension. Improper weld time adjustment, may be too long, adjust it.
After sealing, pushing the lever 3, the tension motor doesn’t turn and the strap isn’t
released
The “holding tension system ”is faulty ( contact the after sale service)
Check the pneumatic valve and air circuit and if the pneumatic motor is damaged or dirty (contact
the after sale service). Do not use tools to remove the strap from the strapping tool. Cut the strap
from the package and then remove the bottom plate from the tool to release the strap.
After the cycle is not possible remove the tool from package
Check if the sealing piston is locked in lower position (down), in this case cut the strap from the
package and find out the problem (could be a pneumatic valve problem)
The sealing time will not remain constant
Timer valve problem, try to clean, lubricate or replace it ( contact the after sale service)

9.) LAYOUT-SPARE PARTS LIST
FAST AIR MALE CONN. APAG261.14
SELFLOCK.NUT M8 H10 DIN982

PART THAT SHOULD BE STOCKED
SIDE SUSPENSION HOOK SUPPORT

DEEP-GROOVE"BALL"BEARING"/"6000-2Z/C3"DIN"625"
DEEP-GROOVE"BALL"BEARING"/"DIN"625-608-2Z-C3"
PLAIN"WASHER"/"DIN"125-A5,3-ST"
HEX"SCREW"/"DIN"933-M5x8-8.8"
ASSEMBLY"OF"SERVICE"PARTS"/"5"PIECE"
WELDING MOTOR

DEEP-GROOVE"BALL"BEARING"/"9x24x7MM
"
DEEP-GROOVE"BALL"BEARING"/"DIN"625-7x19x6
"
PLAIN"WASHER"/"DIN"125-A5,3-ST
"
HEX"SCREW"/"DIN"933-M5x8-8.8
"
CYLINDRICAL"GEAR"/"Z=19
"
NEEDLE-ROLLER"ASSEMBLY"/"INA"K3x5x7
"
CYLINDRICAL"GEAR"/"Z=19
"
DEEP-GROOVE"BALL"BEARING"/"6001"DIN"625
"
DEEP-GROOVE"BALL"BEARING
"
MANUFACTURER'S""NAMEPLATE"
ASSEMBLY"OF"SERVICE"PARTS
"
ASSEMBLY"OF"SERVICE"PARTS
"

SPILLO 1/8.1 TAGLIO CACC RIBASS
PREMIGUARNIZIONE REG. 908
VITE TCCE M4*20 UNI 5931 8G ZINC.BIANCO
GUIDA OTTURATORE PER REG.908
COMAND 2 VIE OTTURAT+RFU+VNR
CORPO VALV 2 VIE OTTUR CON TEMP
VITE TCCE M4*30 UNI 5931 ZINC.BIANCO
FONDELLO VALV 2 VIE OTTUR
VITE TCCE M4*10 UNI 5931 8G ZINC.BIANCO
VITE TCCE M4*25 UNI 5931 8G ZINC.
CARTUCCIA TUBO 8 6700-8-S
OR CON MEMBRANA D.2.6 - N.C.
CORPO VALV DOPPIA 3 VIE+TEMPOR
MOLLA SIN. X COMANDO MECC.
MOLLA DESTRA PER COMANDO MEC.
FONDELLO MOLLA DOPPIA 3 VIE+TEMP
VITE TCCE M4*12 UNI 5931 8G ZINC.BIANCO
OTTURATORE VNR 1/8 FORO 0,4
SPOLA 3/2 PER VALVOLE 16mm
RIDUZIONE PER COMANDO DIFFERENZIALE
DISTANZ CASSETTO 1/8 ribassato

Polychem Corporation declares under own responsibility that the under mentioned machinery, to
which this declarations refers, is in conformity with
2006/42/CE
Directive and successive
modifications, as well as with standards
EN12100-1 / EN12100-2
POLYCHEM CORPORATION
6277 HEISLEY ROAD
MENTOR, OHIO 44060
Tel.: 440-357-1500 Fax: 440-352-9553 www.polychem.com
Series PHT1401