Operation; Maintenance - Greenlee 709 Instruction Manual

Description
Greenlee Stud Punches are intended to punch round
holes in 20 gauge steel studs. The 709 tool punches
a 22.5 mm (7/8") diameter hole; the 710 tool punches a
34.1 mm (1-11/32") hole.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Greenlee tools and equipment. This manual and any
markings on the tool provide information for avoiding
hazards and unsafe practices related to the use of this
tool. Observe all of the safety information provided.
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the
following Greenlee tools:
709 Stud Punch
710 Stud Punch
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge at www.greenlee.com.
Greenlee / A Textron Company
709 and 710 Stud Punches

Operation

Position the punch on the metal stud. Squeeze the
handles together. The slug will fall free when the hole is
complete.
Note: This tool will punch to its rated capacity with
approximately 56 pounds of handle force. If excessive
force is required, stop and inspect the tool and the
material.
Bushings
Bushings are available for the holes punched by the
Stud Punches. Bushings protect wire insulation from the
sharp edges of the metal stud.
• Use Greenlee 711 Bushings for 22.5 mm (7/8") holes
made by the 709 Stud Punch.
• Use 712 Bushings for 34.1 mm (1-11/32") holes made
by the 710.

Maintenance

Lubricate all moving parts with a lightweight oil.
To replace the punch, refer to the illustration on the next
page, and follow this procedure:
1. Remove the locknut (A) from the pivot bolt (B),
and then remove the pivot bolt from the punch
holder (8).
2. Remove the entire punch holder shaft and sleeve
from the C-frame.
3. Depress the sleeve and unscrew the punch from the
punch holder.
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