Greenlee 724 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
999 4265.8 © 2002 Greenlee Textron IM 1544 REV 1 5/02
Read and understand all of the instructions and
safety information in this manual before operating
or servicing this tool.
724
BX Stud Punch

724 BX Stud Punch
Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. 24455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815/397-7070
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Note: Keep all decals clean and legible, and replace
when necessary.
Do not add extensions (cheaters) to the handles.
Using excessive force can result in injury or damage
to the tool. If excessive force is required to complete
a punch, verify that the type and thickness of
material do not exceed the capacity of the tool.
Wear eye protection when using
this tool.
Failure to wear eye protection can
result in serious eye injury from
flying debris.
Electric shock hazard:
This tool is not insulated. Contact
with live circuits can result in severe
injury or death.
Read and understand all of the
instructions and safety information in
this manual before operating or
servicing this tool.
Failure to observe this warning can
result in severe injury or death.
This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards
or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or
property damage. The signal word, defined below,
indicates the severity of the hazard. The message
after the signal word provides information for
preventing or avoiding the hazard.
Hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided,
MAY result in injury or property damage.
Hazards which, if not avoided, COULD result in
severe injury or death.
Immediate hazards which, if not avoided, WILL
result in severe injury or death.
SAFETY
ALERT
SYMBOL
Do not use tool on heavier than 20 gauge mild steel.
• Inspect the tool prior to use. Replace worn,
damaged, or missing components with Greenlee
replacement parts. A damaged or improperly
assembled tool can break.
• Use this tool for the manufacturer’s intended
purpose only. Use other than that which is
described in this manual can result in injury or
damage to the tool.

724 BX Stud Punch
Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. 34455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815/397-7070
All specifications are nominal and may change as design improve-
ments occur. Greenlee Textron shall not be liable for damages
resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Description
The Greenlee 724 BX Stud Punch is intended to make
32 mm (1-1/4") square holes in metal studs with a
20 gauge maximum (0.0359") thickness. The punch rolls
the edges over to prevent armored and corrugated PVC
conduit from hanging up on the edges of the punched
hole.
The Greenlee 724 BX Stud Punch is protected by U.S.
Patent No. 5,287,716.
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 tool:
724 BX Stud Punch
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at no
charge.
Operation
1. Position the punch on the metal stud.
2. Squeeze the handles together. The punch makes a
32 mm (1-1/4") square hole with rolled edges.
Note: This tool will punch to its rated capacity with
approximately 200 newtons (45 lb) of handle force.
If excessive force is required, stop and inspect the tool
and the material.
Maintenance
Lubricate all moving parts with a lightweight oil.

724 BX Stud Punch
Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc. 44455 Boeing Dr. • Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA • 815/397-7070
Printed in the USA
Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc.
4455 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109-2988 USA
Customer Service (International): 815/397-7070 • Fax: [phone]
Customer Service (North America): 800/435-0786 • USA Fax: [phone]
Canada Fax: [phone]
www.greenlee.textron.com
Illustration and Parts List
1 501 0419.5 Punch ................................................................................................ 1
2 905 5357.8 Screw, M5 x 0.8 x 10 mm button head cap ....................................... 2
3 502 4575.9 Grip.................................................................................................... 2
500 1585.0 Decal, capacity (not shown) .............................................................. 1
Key Part No. Description Qty
3
3
2
1