Document moistening device

Abstract From the Canadian patent

Abstract of the Disclosure Apparatus for applying moisture to a flexible document containing a water-activated adhesive. The apparatus includes a reservoir for storing a source of water a, mounting bracket extending from the reservoir a pivotable, hammer pivotably mounted to the bracket and extending toward the reservoir, and a moistening wick extending from the reservoir toward the pivotable hammer. The area between the moistening wick and the pivotable hammer defines a document path. The apparatus further comprises a flexible one-way, gate secured to the lower portion of the hammer for movement therewith, the gate having an end portion extending into the document path. The apparatus also …