Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing an ALFRA product. Please read these operation instructions closely before using your
device for the first time and keep them along with the enclosed Product Control Card for later reference.
Safety instructions
Danger can occur when working with punch drivers due to improper handling and/or poor maintenance, which may
lead to the destruction of the device and to severe physical injuries. Please observe all safety instructions of this
operation manual and contact our Service Team if you have any questions.
Always...
Use the hand-operated hydraulic punch for its specified use
Check the punch, tools and tension bolt for damage and cracks before use
Keep hands and fingers away from the punching die and punch
Wear the following protective equipment: safety goggles, gloves and sturdy shoes
Avoid contact with cutting edges
Follow the instructions in these operation instructions
Train new users in the use of this device
Store the hydraulic punch in a dry place, free of corrosive substances
Clean any oil residues off the rubber handle
Never...
Process several sheets placed on top of each other in one punching process
Work on objects or components that are under electrical or mechanical tension
Work near live cables or electrical conductors
Never actuate the hand lever with a force greater than 30 kg (66 lbs)
Make changes to the device or remove information labels
Use if damaged or parts are missing
Damage, kink or squeeze the hydraulic hose of the
Use the hand-operated hydraulic device without proper training
Use the device if you have not read and understood these operation instructions completely
Store or operate at temperatures above 60°C (140°F)
Bring into contact with corrosive substances
Specified conditions of use
ALFRA hand-operated punches
Compact Flex™ Punch Driver
strength steel, aluminium and stainless steel sheets. ALFRA punch drivers must be operated and stored in a dry
environment and may not be used to punch more than one metal sheet at a time.
Compact™ Straight Punch Driver, CompactCombi™ 90° Punch Driver and
are intended to be used for punching holes of different shapes in soft to medium-
Compact Flex™ Punch Driver
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