Safety Instructions; Specified Conditions Of Use - ALFRA Compact Mode D'emploi

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.
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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

SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE

ALFRA hand-operated punches Compact
Compact Flex Punch Driver are intended to be used for punching holes of different shapes in soft to
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mediumstrength 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.
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• 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 Compact Flex
• 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
Straight Punch Driver, CompactCombi
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Never...
Punch Driver
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90° Punch Driver and
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