Greenlee 39693 Guide

OPERATION, SERVICE AND PARTS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
999 0703.8 © 1997 Greenlee Textron IM 1139 REV 3 8/97
39693
BUS BAR PUNCH
WITH TABLE
Read and understand this material before
operating or servicing this tool. Failure to under-
stand how to safely operate the tool could result
in an accident causing serious injury or death.
37736 X-Y Table
(Optional)
37735 Ram Unit
37902 Punch Unit

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Bus Bar Punch System
Table of Contents
Additional copies of this manual are available upon request at no charge.
A person who has not read and does not understand all
operating instructions is not qualified to operate this tool.
Failure to read and understand safety instructions may
result in injury or death.
Introduction and Purpose of this Manual..............................................................2
Safety Information.................................................................................................3
Specifications and Capacity .................................................................................4
Description ............................................................................................................4
Setup................................................................................................................. 5-6
Operation ..............................................................................................................7
Punch, Die and Stripper Plate Selection ..............................................................9
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................10
Ram Unit .............................................................................................................11
Yoke Pin..............................................................................................................12
Alignment Table..................................................................................................13
X-Y Table (optional)............................................................................................14
Mounting the X-Y Table to the Bus Bar Punch Unit ......................................14
Punch Unit
Disassembly / Assembly ................................................................................15
Exploded View ...............................................................................................16
Parts List ........................................................................................................17
Introduction
The Greenlee 39693 Bus Bar Punch with Table consists
of a punch unit, hydraulic ram, and an alignment table.
The 39693 is intended to punch copper or aluminum
bus bar up to 12mm x 120mm. Two separate die sets
are furnished with the punch unit - one set for laminated
bus bar and one set for solid bus bar.
The 39693 is intended to be used with any Greenlee
hydraulic pump capable of developing 10,000 psi
(690 BAR), such as:
Manual Pump: 755
Electric Pump (120-volt): 960, 975, 980
Electric Pump (220-volt): 976-22 FS, 976-22-PS,
980-22 FS, 980-22 PS
An optional X-Y Punch Table (catalog number 37736) is
available for repetitious punching of standard 2-bolt and
4-bolt hole patterns.
Purpose of this Manual
This instruction manual is intended to familiarize
operating and maintenance personnel with the safe
operation and maintenance procedures associated with
the 39693 Bus Bar Punch with Table.

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Safety Information
SAFETY
ALERT
SYMBOL
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, COULD
result in minor personal injury or property damage.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, COULD
result in severe personal injury or death.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
The symbol above is used to call your attention
to instructions concerning your personal safety.
Watch for this symbol. It points out important safety
precautions. It means “ATTENTION! Become alert!
Your personal safety is involved!” Read the
message that follows and be alert to the possibility
of personal injury or death.
Safety is a critical factor in the design of Greenlee equipment. The best program starts with a safety-conscious
operator. The information highlighted in this bulletin describes operating practices for the benefit of the workers
who will use our equipment in their daily jobs. Comments from users are appreciated.
• Disconnect electric pump from power supply
before changing accessories, making adjust-
ments, or servicing. Accidental start-up could
result in severe injury.
• Inspect the tool before using. Replace any
worn, damaged, or missing parts with Greenlee
replacement parts. A damaged or improperly
assembled tool can break and strike nearby
personnel with sufficient force to cause severe
injury or death.
• The punch unit is not designed to completely
support longer bus bar. Use additional support
when punching bus bar 1 meter long or longer.
Failure to support bus bar may damage punch unit.
• Use the Die Alignment procedure frequently.
Through normal use of the bus bar punch, the die
may become out of alignment. Using the bus bar
punch with the die misaligned will produce burrs
on the bus bar and may eventually damage the
punch and the die.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in
injury or property damage.
• The yoke pin unit must fully engage the punching
yoke. An improperly assembled tool could break
and components could strike nearby personnel.
• The punch unit is heavy, weighing over 90 lbs.
(40.9 kg), and may require more than one person
to lift or assemble. Injury could result from lifting
alone. If in doubt, get help.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
Pinch points. Do not remove
guards. Keep hands away from
moving parts.

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Description
Hydraulic Ram, Punches, and Dies
The hydraulic punching action is accomplished with a
single-acting ram. Hydraulic pressure advances the ram
to drive the punch and an internal spring retracts the
ram after the hole is made.
The punches are designed to punch through solid and
laminated bus bar. Punches larger than 8mm have a
spring-loaded centering pin for precise alignment. Two
sets of dies are supplied with the bus bar punch: dies
with a black finish for punching laminated bus bar, and
dies with a bright zinc finish for punching solid bus bar.
Alignment Table
The alignment table is adjusted vertically to support the
bus bar at the working level of the punch. The adjust-
able handle allows the top plate to be moved from side
to side.
The bus bar punch operator can set precise hole
locations using the alignment top plate, the side align-
ment guide, and the depth stop. These have scales to
indicate the distance from the edge of the bus bar to the
center of the hole.
Hydraulic Pumps (Electric/Manual)
The bus bar punch is intended to be used with any
Greenlee hydraulic pump capable of developing 10,000
psi (690 BAR). See the manual supplied with the pump
for specific instructions concerning its use.
X-Y Table (Optional)
An optional X-Y Table is available for quick set-up and
repetitious punching of standard 2-bolt and 4-bolt hole
patterns. See catalog number 37736.
Specifications
Ram Unit:
25-Ton Single-Acting Hydraulic Ram
Bore Diameter........................................................................2.500" (63,5mm)
Rod Diameter...........................................................................1.25" (31,7mm)
Maximum Stroke ......................................................................2.00" (50,8mm)
Maximum Pressure ........................................................10,000 psi (690 BAR)
Weight .......................................................................................13 lbs. (5,9 kg)
Punch Unit:
Hole Size, Minimum .................................................................... .236" (6mm)
Hole Size, Maximum .............................................................. .658" (16,7mm)
Weight .....................................................................................90 lbs. (40,9 kg)
X-Y Punch Table (optional):
“X” Dimension ..................................................... 26mm, 40mm, 50mm, 60mm
“Y” Dimension .......................................................................... 26mm or 40mm
Weight .......................................................................................19 lbs. (8,7 kg)
Hose Assembly (optional):
Inside Diameter..........................................................................1/4" (6.35mm)
Length ...........................................................................................6' (182.9cm)
Maximum Pressure ........................................................ 10,000 psi (690 BAR)
Sizes and Types of Bus Bar
Maximum Thickness .................................................................... .47" (12mm)
Maximum Width ....................................................................... 4.72" (120mm)
Lamination Thickness, Minimum .............................................. .020" (0,5mm)
Lamination Thickness, Maximum ................................................ .040" (1mm)
Number of Laminations, Minimum ...................................................................2
Number of Laminations, Maximum ................................................................24
Capacity

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Figure 1
The yoke pin unit must fully engage the punching
yoke. An improperly assembled tool could break
and components could strike nearby personnel.
Setup
Bus Bar Punch Unit Placement
The punch unit is heavy, weighing over 90 lbs.
(40.9 kg), and may require more than one person
to lift or assemble. Injury could result from lifting
alone. If in doubt, get help.
The Bus Bar Punch Unit should be set up in a well-lit
and uncluttered work area. Select a work location with
plenty of clearance around the punch unit. Use four
large screws to attach the bus bar punch unit to a
workbench or other work surface sturdy enough to
support the weight of the bus bar punch unit and the
bus bar.
Die Alignment
• Inspect the tool before using. Replace any worn,
damaged, or missing parts with Greenlee
replacement parts.
• Disconnect electric pump from power supply
before changing accessories, making adjust-
ments, or servicing. Accidental starting could
result in severe injury.
Alignment Punch
Alignment Die
Die Holder
1. Remove the yoke pin unit (C) and ram unit (A).
Raise the guard (M). See the exploded view.
Note: If a punch, die and stripper plate have been
installed, remove them before proceeding.
See Changing the Punch, Die, and Stripper
Plate under Operation in this manual.
2. Loosen the four socket-head cap screws (R) on the
die holder (T).
3. Place the alignment die into the die holder (T).
Press the die firmly into place. Lower the guard (M).
4. Insert the alignment punch through the top of the
punching yoke (G). See the exploded view and
Figure 1.
5. Install the ram unit (A) into the punching yoke (G).
Fully insert the yoke pin unit (C) into the punching
yoke (G). See the exploded view.
Note: The yoke pin unit is fully inserted when the ball
plungers have gone completely through the
punching yoke and are visible at the back side
of the punching yoke.
Pinch points. Do not remove
guards. Keep hands away from
moving parts.
6. Connect one end of the hose unit (B) to the
coupler. Connect the other end of the hose to a
hydraulic pump capable of developing 10,000 psi
(690 BAR).
Note: Refer to the manual supplied with the pump.
Note: If using an electric pump, plug it in to an
adequate power supply. Place the release
lever in the MANUAL RELEASE position.
7. Use the hydraulic pump to advance the ram until
the alignment punch and alignment die are fully
engaged.
Note: If using an electric pump, disconnect the pump
from the power supply.

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Figure 2
Punch
Die
Die Holder
Stripper Plate
4. Place the die (Q) into the die holder (T). Press the
die firmly into place. Lower the guard (M).
5. Insert the punch (II) through the top of the punching
yoke (G). See the exploded view.
6. Install the ram unit (A) into the punching yoke (G).
Fully insert the yoke pin unit (C) into the punching
yoke (G).
Note: The yoke pin unit is fully inserted when the ball
plungers have gone completely through the
punching yoke and are visible at the back side
of the punching yoke.
The yoke pin unit must fully engage the punching
yoke. An improperly assembled tool could break
and components could strike nearby personnel.
Hydraulic Connection
Connect one end of the hose to the coupler. Connect
the other end of the hose to a hydraulic pump capable
of developing 10,000 psi (690 BAR).
Note: If using and electric pump, connect the pump to
an adequate power supply. Refer to the manual
supplied with the pump.
8. Tighten the four socket-head cap screws (R) on the
die holder (T).
9. Release the hydraulic pressure to retract the ram.
10. Disconnect the hydraulic hose (B) from the coupler.
11. Remove the yoke pin unit (C) and the ram unit (A)
and raise the guard (M).
12. Place the flat edge of a screwdriver against the
bottom edge of the punch. Press the punch upward.
Lift the punch up and out of the yoke (G).
13. Lift the alignment die out of the die holder (T).
Punch, Die, and Stripper Plate Installation
1. Select punch, die and stripper plate according to
the type of bus bar to be punched and the size
of hole required. See table: Punch, Die, and the
Stripper Plate Selection.
2. Remove yoke pin unit (C) and ram unit (A). Raise
the guard (M).
3. Install stripper plate (EE) by pushing it into the
stripper plate holder (FF). See Figure 2.
Note: The stripper plate snaps into place and is
retained by two ball plungers.
Setup (cont’d)

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3. Use the hydraulic pump to advance the ram.
Note: Refer to the manual supplied with the pump.
4. Release the hydraulic pressure. Move the bus bar
to the next punching position. Repeat steps 2- 4.
TO SET X-Y PATTERN:
•
Locate shoulder screw on underside of table
position screw in either slot A or B
TABLE SCALE (-100 mm thru 100 mm): Indicates distance
from punch center
•
BACK STOP SCALE (0 thru 100 mm): Indicates distance
from end of work piece to punch center
•
Place pin in either slot 1, 2, 3, or 4
DECAL NO. 503 9710.9 REV 1
PUNCH CENTER
BACK STOP SCALE
SLOT 1
SLOT 2
SLOT 3
SLOT 4
PIN SLOT A SHOULDER SCREW
SLOT B
TABLE
SCALE
AB
C
Y
X
"X" DIRECTION "Y" DIRECTION
PIN
POSITION
Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4
DIM
"A"
17 mm
(.67")
30 mm
(1.18")
25 mm
(.98")
20 mm
(.74")
DIM
"B"
26 mm
(1.02")
60 mm
(2.36")
50 mm
(1.97")
40 mm
(1.57")
SHOULDER
SCREW
POSITION
Slot A
Slot B
Slot A
Slot B
Slot A
Slot B
Slot A
Slot B
DIM
"C"
26 mm (1.02")
40 mm (1.57")
26 mm (1.02")
40 mm (1.57")
26 mm (1.02")
40 mm (1.57")
26 mm (1.02")
40 mm (1.57")
Figure 5 — Hole Patterns for X-Y Table
Operation
Punching Bus Bar
Figure 4
Centering Guide
0-120 mm
Alignment Guide
80-220 mm
Reads distance from
punch center
Back Stop Scale
0-12 cm
Reads distance from
punch center at rear edge.
Figure 3
Pinch points. Do not remove
guards. Keep hands away from
moving parts.
Use the Die Alignment procedure frequently.
Through normal use of the bus bar punch, the die
may become out of alignment. Using the bus bar
punch with the die misaligned will produce burrs
on the bus bar and may eventually damage the
punch and the die.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
damage to the tool.
1. Insert the bus par into the bus bar punch.
2. Use the alignment table or the X-Y table (optional)
to set the bus bar in the appropriate location.
Note: The scale on the back stop, alignment guide,
and centering guide measure the distance to the
center of the punch. If using the alignment table,
see Figures 3 and 4. If using the X-Y table, see
Figures 4 and 5: Hole Patterns for X-Y Table.

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Operation (cont’d)
Changing the Punch, Die, and Stripper Plate Using the X-Y Table (optional)
The X-Y Table allows the operator to precisely punch
standard 2-bolt and 4-bolt patterns.
The table scale indicates the distance from the edges of
the work piece to the punch center, and the back stop
scale indicates the distance from the end of the work
piece to the punch center. See Figure 5: Hole Patterns
for X-Y Table for the various patterns and correspond-
ing pin settings.
1. Set the back stop to the required distance.
2. Choose the desired pattern. See Figure 5: Hole
Patterns for the X-Y Table.
3. See the exploded view of the X-Y Table.
4. Thread the shoulder screw (56) into the appropriate
slot under the table. Insert the pin (50) into the
appropriate slot in the bus bar guide (47)
5. Insert the bus bar into the bus bar punch.
Disconnect electric pump from power supply
before changing accessories, making adjust-
ments, or servicing. Accidental starting could
result in severe injury.
1. Release the hydraulic pressure to retract the ram.
Note: If using an electric pump, disconnect the pump
from the power supply.
2. Disconnect the hydraulic hose from the coupler.
3. Remove the yoke pin unit (C) and the ram unit (A).
Raise the guard (M).
4. Place the flat edge of a screwdriver against the
bottom edge of the punch. Press the punch upward.
Lift the punch up and out of the yoke (G).
5. Lift the die out of the die holder (T).
6. With a firm grip, pull downward on the stripper
plate (EE). Lower the guard (M).
7. Replace the ram unit (A) and fully insert the yoke
pin unit (C).
Note: The yoke pin unit is fully inserted when the ball
plungers have gone completely through the
punching yoke and are visible at the back side
of the punching yoke.
6. Push the table forward and to the right, until it
contacts the stops.
7. Hold the bus bar against the side guide (47) and the
back stop, and tighten the clamp (49) to hold the
bus bar in place.
8. Punch hole #1. Move the table to the left stop, and
punch hole #2.
9. Pull the table straight back until it contacts the back
stop. Punch hole #3. Move the table to the right and
punch hole #4.
The punch unit is not designed to completely
support longer bus bar. Use additional support
when punching bus bar 1 meter long or longer.
Failure to support bus bar may damage punch unit.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
injury or property damage.
The yoke pin unit must fully engage the punching
yoke. An improperly assembled tool could break
and components could strike nearby personnel.
8. To install another punch, die, and stripper plate;
see Punch, Die, and Stripper Plate Installation
under Setup in this manual.

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Punch, Die and Stripper Plate Selection
(1) Punch sizes 10mm and larger are furnished with a spring-loaded centering pin.
(2) Black oxide finish dies are for use with laminated bus bar only.
(3) Bright zinc-plated dies are for use with solid bus bar.
PUNCH (1)
• Do not use black laminated dies when punching
solid bus bar. Increased punching forces may
damage the punch unit.
• Do not use bright zinc-plated dies when punching
laminated bus bar. The punch and die may
become jammed together.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in
injury or property damage.
NOM. HOLE SIZE ACTUAL BLACK (2) BRIGHT ZINC STRIPPER
mm inches INCHES LAMINATED DIE SOLID DIE (3) PLATE
M6 1/4 .276 37790 37772 37288 38556
M8 5/16 .339 37791 37773 37316 38557
M10 3/8 .417 37802 37774 37317 38558
M11 7/16 .465 37798 37768 37318 38559
M12 1/2 .524 37799 37775 37320 38560
M14 9/16 .587 37804 37776 37646 38561
M16 5/8 .657 37805 37777 38273 38562

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
Ram will not advance. Poor hydraulic connection. Release hydraulic pressure at the
pump. Tighten the hydraulic connec-
tions by hand.
Pump is faulty. Refer to Troubleshooting section of
pump manual, or send pump to an
authorized service center.
Ram will not retract fully. Weak or broken return spring. Replace return spring (10).
Worn internal parts. Replace backup ring (8) and O-ring (7).
Ram and punching yoke are Spring plungers (13) do not extend Partially unscrew the spring plungers
not properly aligned. beyond the surface of the cylinder (13), so that they extend from the
base (12). cylinder base (12).