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110 TYPE PUNCHDOWN INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Insert the 110 terminating blade into the punchdown tool.
2. Choose the correct end of the blade depending on whether or not the wire is to be cut
off. (Figures 10 & 11 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 (see below).
B
B
568
A
is properly seated in the bottom of the wire slot between the insulation displacement
connector’s (IDC) blades.
8. Verify that the punchdown tool has seated the wire completely and correctly in the
IDC. Proper use of the punchdown tool should ensure this is done correctly, but it is
always a good idea to verify and test.
5. Slide the blade into the wire slot and verify the orientation
of the punchdown blade before moving to step 6 (Figure
10). (This is to avoid cutting wire unintentionally during the
B
punchdown operation; refer to step 2.)
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A
8
6
4
6. Push down on the cushion-grip end of the punchdown
tool with the palm of your hand until it clicks (Figure 11).
7. Slide the blade out of the wire slot and make sure the wire
CUT
CUT
Fig. 10 Fig. 13Fig. 12Fig. 11
66 TYPE PUNCHDOWN INSTRUCTIONS
1. Insert the 66 terminating blade into the punchdown tool.
2. Choose the correct end of the blade depending on whether or not the wire is to be cut
off. (Figures 12 & 13 show use of the cutting end).
3. Select the proper force setting depending on the application. (see table below).
4. Lay the wires in the openings on the post, (see below).
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.
8. Verify that the punchdown tool has seated the wire completely and correctly in the IDC.
Proper use of the punchdown tool should ensure this is done correctly, but it is always
a good idea to verify and test.
Impact (force)
Setting
LO
HI
5. Slide the blade over the post and verify orientation of
the punchdown blade before moving to step 6 (Figure
12). (This is to avoid cutting the wire unintentionally
during punchdown operation, refer to step 2.)
6. Push down on the cushion-grip end of the
punchdown tool with the palm of your hand until it
clicks (Figure 13).
66 Panel/Block/
Terminal
110 Cross-connect Panels
/Blocks/Keystones Jacks
24-26 gauge conductors All
23 and larger
gauge connectors
DO NOT USE
Punchdown tools and accessories
Tool / Blade / (Acc.) Blade / Acc.
Impact Punchdown Tool Chassis
Extended Reach Blade VDV427-110 N/A
TM
DURABLADE
INSERTING BLADE
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 (if applicable)
should align with the yellow side of the tool; note “CUT” is imprinted on yellow side
of tool.
REMOVING BLADE
1. Rotate blade 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull gently (Fig. 2).
2. Remove blade (Fig. 1).
Cat. No.
N/A VDV427-300
VDV427-104
Tool with
Blade Cat.No
N/A
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Barrel Cross Section
Pin
PLACING BLADE INTO STORAGE COMPARTMENT
1. Hold the Punchdown Tool with the blade storage end facing up (Fig. 3).
2. Insert the blade into the blade storage end (It will extend beyond the tool).
3. Turn the “release blade” dial in a counter-clockwise direction until the blade slides
into place.
4. Release the “release blade” dial; the blade is now secure in the storage compartment.
REMOVING BLADE FROM STORAGE COMPARTMENT
1. Hold the Punchdown Tool with the blade storage end facing down (Fig. 4).
2. Turn the “release blade” dial in a counter-clockwise direction until the blade falls out.
3. Release the “release blade” dial.
Fig. 4
ADJUSTING PUNCHDOWN FORCE
Note: Arrow on “Impact” dial aligns with selected force setting.
1. To adjust from LO to HI, rotate dial clockwise (Figure 5).
2. To adjust from HI to LO, rotate the dial counter-clockwise (Figure 6).
Note: See table below for recommended force settings.
Impact (force)
Setting
Low
HI
66 Panel/Block/
Terminal
24-26 gauge conductors All
23 and larger
gauge connectors
Fig. 3
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
110 Cross-Connect Panels/
Blocks/Keystones Jacks
DO NOT USE
PUNCHDOWN MULTI-TOOL SPECIAL
INSTRUCTIONS (VDV427-300):
HOOK AND SPUDGER
ACCESS AND STORAGE
To extend hook or spudger from storage nest in side of
punchdown chassis, place finger-nail in notched portion
of the hook or spudger and push away from the tool.
Extend hook or spudger to desired position and
use to manipulate wire and or small components.
T
o store hook or spudger, gently push the hook
or spudger towards the punchdown chassis until
it is nested in the side of the punchdown chassis.
VDV427-300
Impact Punchdown Tool - Instructions
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