North American - ENG
Date Released:
05-22-18
3M-Matic
™
Accuglide 4 - 2 and 3 Inch Taping Head - Type 11800
Page 16
44-0009-2146-8 / ECO# 0078045
Adjustments
(continued)
Tape Leg Length
Trailing Tape Leg Length Adjustment –
Adjustment can range from 1¼” to 2 ¾” tabs.
The rear tab length can be adjusted by
removing the adjustment bar and placing
it along the two drill holes. The further
the bar extends from the cutting arm,
the longer the tab. The adjustment bar
can be removed entirely for minimum
tab length. Be sure the bar is
fi
rmly
reattached after adjusting
(Figures 5-6)
.
Applying Leg Length
The front tab is adjusted by removing
adjustment roller and securing it in
one
of
fi
ve position holes.
Be sure roller is
fi
rmly reattached
after
adjusting
(Figures 5-7)
.
Note –
When changing tape leg length,
both upper and lower heads
must be adjusted to apply same
leg
lengths.
Note -
Tab lengths are sensitive to
tension levels. Generally,
lower
tension
settings
are
required
to
create
longer
tabs.
• To reduce the risk associated with
shear, pinch, and entanglement hazards
- Turn air and electrical supplies o
ff
on associated equipment before
performing any adjustments, mainte-
nance, or servicing the taping heads.
- Never attempt to work on the taping
head or load tape while the box drive
system is running.
Warning
Figure 5-7 Changing Tape Leg Length
Tape Length
Tape Length
Figure 5-6 Tape Leg Length
