Quck answer
To use a Scotch packing tape dispenser, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the tape roll is properly inserted into the dispenser.
2. Hold the dispenser with one hand and pull out the desired length of tape with the other hand.
3. Press the tape against the desired surface and slide the dispenser along the length of the tape to cut it.
4. Release the dispenser to stop the tape from dispensing.
5. Repeat these steps for each piece of tape needed.
Using a Scotch packing tape dispenser makes packaging tasks easier and more efficient.
If you are moving or shipping items, you may find yourself struggling to tear tape with scissors, your hands, or even your teeth. This can quickly become frustrating and result in inconsistent results. The Scotch packaging tape dispenser can make the packing process smoother and more efficient.
Instructions for Using a Scotch Tape Dispenser
The Scotch heavy-duty tape dispenser is designed with an extended foam handle for a comfortable grip while you seal boxes with strong tape. To use it, have your Scotch tape ready and unroll about 2 inches of tape. Lay the dispenser on its side and slide the tape roll hole onto the three-pronged tension dial. With one hand, pull down the metal flap at the front of the dispenser and thread the unwound tape through it. Secure the tape on the gray barrel wheel. Then, tighten the tension dial. A secure hold on the tape roll will make it easier for the dispenser to tear the tape.
To seal a box, place the unwound tape at the starting point of the opening you want to seal. Glide the tape dispenser across the opening and the tape will follow. To cut the tape, press the plastic, clear panel of the dispenser firmly against the box. This will cause the serrated blade to cut the tape.
Other Dispenser Models
Some Scotch tape dispensers do not have an extended handle. Instead, they have a contoured frame that fits comfortably in your hand. The DP300-RD is one such simplified model.
To use this type of dispenser, hold the red frame in your hand with the serrated edge facing out. Glide the end of the tape across the box opening. Squeeze the hand brake once you reach the end point. This will stop the tape from rolling, and the tension created will make it easy for the serrated blade to cut the tape.
Troubleshooting a Scotch Tape Gun
Your Scotch tape dispenser is only helpful if it makes the packing and shipping process easier. However, if you find that the dispenser is shredding the tape unevenly or not cutting it at all, there are a few things you can do to fix the issue.
First, check the tension in the three-pronged knob where the tape fits. If it is too tight or too loose, the dispenser will not cut the tape effectively. Once you have set the tension correctly, make sure you are using Scotch-brand packing tape. This tape is specifically designed with a release coating that prevents splitting and tearing, making it easy to unwind from the tape wheel. Other brands may not be compatible with your dispenser or may be the wrong size.
