TapeTech T05CF Bazooka Continuous Flow Taper - Manual (Page 24)

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FLAT BOX AND HANDLE
1. Box leaves edges
• Box blade is not adjusted properly. Adjust blade.
• Blade is worn out and no adjustment is left. Replace with new box blade.
• Box skids are worn out. Replace skids and adjust to blade.
2. Air bubbles or “Fish Eyes” on the finished joint
• Crown not adjusted correctly. Adjust crown height setting for application.
• Too much water added to joint compound. Add less water when mixing joint compound.
• Pressure plate springs have been removed. Install pressure plate springs (2).
• Poor or improper drywall installation. Feather or wipe down joints as necessary.
3. Insufficient tape coverage
• Crown not adjusted correctly. Adjust crown height .
• Tape not completely dry. Allow tape to dry completely.
• Tape not wiped down properly. Ensure that tape is wiped down properly within recessed joints and butt joints.
• Inconsistent pressure on tool. Correct with natural operator body motion and consistent pressure on the tool.
• Inconsistent pressure along the joint. Correct with body positioning and how the operator leans into the tool as
it runs along the joint.
• Difficulty filling the tops of stand up joints. Slow your speed at the very top of the joint and allow the pump to
assist you.
4. Excess joint compound at beginning of joint and intersections
• Compound consistency is too thin. Mix joint compound with less water and to adequate consistency for
application.
• Improper brake release with box handle. Release brake after movement of flat box on joint.
5. Box is hard to push
• Compound consistency is too thick. Add water and mix joint compound to adequate consistency for
application.
• Pressure plate wiper installed improperly or not lubricated. Check to ensure that the wiper is installed properly
and lubricate with Ames® Bazooka® Oil for easy movement.
6. Joint compound leaks out of flat box
• Compound is mixed too thin. Mix joint compound with less water.
7. Box wheels are leaving “black tracks”
• Wheels need lubrication. Apply Ames® Bazooka® Oil.
8. There are “scratches” or “debris” in the joint compound
• Blade needs to be cleaned. Remove debris from blade surface and blade holder.
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