lynnpromotions 0 Posted July 3, 2009 I bought a new cutting strip from us cutter. How do I install this thing? It is really tough to get in there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenimes 42 Posted July 3, 2009 Should snap in to place, and yes, they can be buggers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lynnpromotions 0 Posted July 3, 2009 I was able to replace the original going the other way. Holy cow! The new one just is too tough right now. Any suggestions on coercing it in there? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenimes 42 Posted July 5, 2009 I just pushed down real hard with my thumbs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sheister 1 Posted September 2, 2009 I have stupid question. But what is the cutting strip for. I know the name explains it is used for cutting but what is the application of this?? thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haumana 1,220 Posted September 2, 2009 the cutting strip is firm enough to keep a good "hardness" so the blade can cut into the vinyl, yet soft enough so that it's forgiving should the blade slice through the vinyl and backing. It won't totally jack the blade or cause the cutting carriage to get stuck and burn out. At least that's my assumption. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sheister 1 Posted September 2, 2009 Got it ! Thankyou for the explanation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jgreen 1 Posted September 8, 2009 Some of you may have noticed that the cutting strip wants to roll up at the ends after you remove it from the package. If you iron the cutting strip before putting it in the channel it is easier to install, and it seems to lay flatter once installed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonkeyMeMe 8 Posted May 17, 2010 Ok well its time for me to replace my MH871 cutting strip I see us cutters is carrying them, does anyone have suggestions on how to pull up and replace it,, Do need adheasive remover or adheasive to replace it? Thanks and any pictures anyone has to help would be great,, MMM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lynnpromotions 0 Posted May 17, 2010 The LP strip was just in there with friction. I pulled it up from the end with a pick. Once one edge is up the rest comes out easy. Getting the new one in has never happened. It just wouldn't go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonkeyMeMe 8 Posted May 18, 2010 Well thats not good news,, lol i am ordering mine tonight,, for the mh871 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
awc 0 Posted June 7, 2010 The LP strip was just in there with friction. I pulled it up from the end with a pick. Once one edge is up the rest comes out easy. Getting the new one in has never happened. It just wouldn't go. I found by reversing what you did works well, slip far side edge in at left side of LP, push front side edge in with thumb (yer need big thumb) as you push front edge down your sliding it right keeping back edge going in first. Also its not just a cutting strip but a cushioning strip as well which seems to be unique to LP, I had to replace it with solid Teflon to cut reflective vinyl with LP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
