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Safety Devices and Other Features

The FD 87HD is equipped with various safety features:

Automatic Reverse If the hard drive cannot be punched, the motor will automatically switch into reverse to prevent damage to the punching die.

Door Open / Safety Shield Open If the door or safety shield is open, the machine will not operate. Close the door or safety shield and press start to resume punching.

Waste Bin Full When the waste bin is full of punched hard drives, a weight sensor will activate the “FULL” light on the control panel. Open the door, remove the waste bin and empty it. Replace the waste bin, close the door and continue operation.

FD 87HD

Hard Drive Punch

Maintenance

  • Disconnect power by pulling power cord plug from wall outlet.
  • To clean the exterior, wipe the surface with a soft cloth. If the surface is very dirty, use a neutral detergent, then wipe again with a soft cloth.

CAUTION:

  • Never put water directly on the surface of the machine.
  • Never clean the case with benzene or thinner, since it will cause discoloration.
  • Do not dismantle the machine. Contact your Formax Dealer for service.

Troubleshooting

If the hard drive punch will not operate, check the following:

Is the machine plugged in?

Plug machine into appropriate outlet.

Is the power switch in the ON position? Switch power to ON.

Is the safety shield open?

Is the cabinet door open?

Is the waste bin full?

Empty bin, replace and close door.

OPERATOR MANUAL FIRST EDITION

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Specifications

  1. Press the release button (Fig. 4) and the punctured hard drive will drop into the waste bin (Fig. 5).

Punch Hole Size:

Hard Drive Size:

2 1/2” or 3 1/2”

Feed Opening:

Punching Cycle:

Dimensions:

19.68” W x 18.5” D x 35” H (500 x 470 x 890mm)

Weight:

Security Level:

H-3 (DIN 66399 standard)

Power Supply:

  1. Auto Reverse In case of a jam, the FD 87HD is designed to operate in reverse, to protect the punching die.
  2. Door Open / Safety Shield Sensor The control panel “Door Open” LED will indicate if the door is open or if the safety shield is open. The machine will not operate until both are closed.

Set-up Guidelines

1. Install the FD 87HD on a level surface, away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

2. Insert plug into wall outlet with the appropriate voltage, 110V. If the outlet is shared with another electronic device, the total current should not exceed 30A (at 110V).

9. Waste Bin Full Sensor If the waste bin is full, the “FULL” lamp will light and the FD 87HD will stop automatically. Open the door, empty the waste bin, replace the waste bin, close door, and continue to punch.

Operation

Safety Precautions

  1. Flip the power switch “ON”, located on the right side of the machine.

To avoid personal injury, and damage to the hard drive punch, observe the following safety precautions. Please keep these instructions for future reference.

  1. Slide open the safety shield on the top of the cabinet (Fig. 1).

NOTE: In case of emergency, flip the “Power Switch” to cut off power and/or pull the plug out of the wall outlet.

  1. Insert a hard drive into the punching chamber (Fig. 2). The chamber automatically adjusts for 2.5” or 3.5” hard drives.
  • Keep hands, long hair, clothing, ties, jewelry and loose items away from the punching chamber.
  1. Slide the safety shield closed.
  • Do not allow children to use the machine.
  • Do not use the hard drive punch for anything other than its intended purpose.
  • Do not operate with a damaged power cord or plug, or when the machine is damaged in any manner.
  1. Press the green START button on the control panel (Fig. 3). The punchining chamber will be illuminated by LED, and the punching die will puncture the hard drive. After a brief pause, the die will reverse direction. Once this has happened and the light goes out, the process is complete.
  • Unplug the hard drive punch when it is being moved, or if it is not in use for an extended period of time.
  • Do not disconnect the power by pulling only the cord. Hold the plug when disconnecting.
  • Keep the machine away from direct sunlight.
  • Do not sit on the machine or place anything on top of it.
  • Never open the fixed switch or cover.

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Quick start

  1. Install on a level surface away from heat and direct sunlight; plug into a 110V outlet (shared outlets max 30A).
  2. Flip the power switch on the right side to ON.
  3. Slide open the safety shield on top of the cabinet.
  4. Insert a hard drive into the punching chamber; it adjusts automatically for 2.5" or 3.5" drives.
  5. Slide the safety shield closed and press the green START button.
  6. When the die reverses and the light goes out, press the release button to drop the drive into the waste bin.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely causeFix (from the manual)
Punch will not operateMachine not plugged inPlug into an appropriate outlet. Page 1
Punch will not operatePower switch offSwitch power to ON. Page 1
Punch will not operate; Door Open LED litSafety shield or cabinet door openClose both, then press START. Page 2
FULL light on and machine stoppedWaste bin full (weight sensor)Empty the bin, replace it and close the door. Page 1
Motor switches to reverseHard drive cannot be punched (jam)The auto reverse protects the punching die. Page 1

Frequently asked questions

What size hard drives does the FD 87HD accept?

2 1/2" and 3 1/2" hard drives; the chamber adjusts automatically (page 2).

What security level is the FD 87HD?

H-3 under the DIN 66399 standard (page 2).

How big is the FD 87HD?

19.68" W x 18.5" D x 35" H (500 x 470 x 890mm) (page 2).

Why won't my hard drive punch run?

Check that it is plugged in, the power switch is ON, the safety shield and door are closed, and the waste bin is not full (page 1).