Klein Tools VDV427-821/-822 - Cushion-Grip Impact Punchdown Tool Manual

1. Align slot in center of punchdown blade with the pin located on the inside of the punchdown tool's barrel and insert blade (Fig. 1).
2. Rotate blade ¼ turn clockwise (Fig. 2).
   Note: When blade is completely seated and locked, the cutting knife should align with the yellow side of the tool; note "CUT" is imprinted on yellow side of tool.

1. Rotate blade ¼ turn counter-clockwise and pull gently (Fig. 2).
2. Remove blade (Fig. 1).

Note: See table below for recommended force settings.

1. Insert the 110 terminating blade into the punchdown tool.
2. Choose the correct end of the blade depending whether or not the wire is to be cut off. (Fig. 6 & 7 show use of the cutting end).
3. Select the proper force setting – LO for all 110 type connections.
4. Lay the wires in the wire slots (Fig. 5).
5. Slide the blade into the wire slot and verify the orientation of the punchdown blade before moving to step 6 (Fig. 6). The "CUT" side of the blade should face the end of the wire to be cut.
6. Push down on the cushion-grip end of the punchdown tool with the palm of your hand until it clicks (Fig. 7).
7. Slide the blade out of the wire slot and make sure the wire is properly seated in the bottom of the wire slot between the insulation displacement connector's (IDC) blades. Proper use of the punchdown tool should ensure this is done correctly, but it is always a good idea to verify and test.

1. Insert the 66 terminating blade into the punchdown tool.
2. Choose the correct end of the blade depending whether or not the wire is to be cut off. (Fig. 9 & 10 show use of the cutting end).
3. Select the proper force setting depending on the application (See table).
4. Lay the wires in the openings on the post (Fig. 8).
5. Slide the blade over the post and verify orientation of the punchdown blade before moving to step 6 (Fig. 9). The "CUT" side of the blade should face the end of the wire to be cut.
6. Push down on the cushion-grip end of the punchdown tool with the palm of your hand until it clicks (Fig. 10).
7. Slide the blade off of the post and make sure the wire is properly seated at the bottom of the post between the insulation displacement connector's (IDC) blades. Proper use of the punchdown tool should ensure this is done correctly, but it is always a good idea to verify and test.