How to Load a Scotch Tape Gun

The Scotch tape gun is used to glide tape across any surface and the jagged teeth cut the tape from the dispenser.

Scotch manufacturers a variety of products including glues, adhesives, scissors and packing tape. Scotch tape gun (or dispenser) is often used to secure a variety of items such as boxes and crafts. The Scotch tape gun is used to glide tape across any surface and the jagged teeth cut the tape from the dispenser. Scotch gun and tape can be purchase at any office supply store.

Things You'll Need

• Packing tape

Instructions

1. Place the tape roll on the gear located on the back of the dispenser. The gear is usually a circular device, which makes it easy to place the tape on.

2. Locate the starting tape strip and pull about 2 inches of tape from the roll. The starting strip may have a white strip across the tape or a jagged edge.

3. Pull the guide away from the roller, if necessary. Hold the tape strip and slide it through the smaller roller under the spiked-teeth tape cutter. Release the guide.

4. Pull the tape strip past the cutter. Your tape dispenser is ready for use.

References

• Help I Need Boxes: Tape Gun Loading Instructions
• Scotch: Packaging Tapes and Supplies