Silca FUTURA PRO Operating Manual
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ENGRAVING
Operating Manual
Original Instructions
D446440XA
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  • Page 1 FUTURA FUTURA FUTURA JAPAN FUTURA Auto FUTURA ENGRAVING Operating Manual Original Instructions D446440XA vers. 3.0...
  • Page 2 (c) 2016 SILCA S.p.A. - Vittorio Veneto This manual has been drawn up by SILCA S.p.A. All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced or circulated by any means whatsoever (photocopies, microfi lm or other) without the consent of SILCA S.p.A.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.2.1 DIMPLE KEYS ............................... 23 5.2.2 TRACK TYPE KEYS ............................24 5.2.3 TRACK TYPE KEYS (FUTURA PRO NA - FUTURA PRO AUTOMOTIVE) ..........24 5.3 REMOVING / FITTING CLAMP 01R ......................25 5.4 REMOVING/FITTING THE JAWS ON CLAMP 01R ..................25 5.5 USING TRACER 01T ............................
  • Page 4 7.2 ACCESS TO REAR COMPARTMENT ......................31 7.3 PRISMATIC CUTTER REPLACEMENT ......................32 7.4 CYLINDRICAL CUTTER AND/OR TRACER POINT REPLACEMENT ............33 7.5 TRACER 01T REPLACEMENT ........................33 7.6 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSE ......................34 7.7 BATTERY REPLACEMENT ..........................35 DISPOSAL ...............................
  • Page 5: Use Of The Manual

    This manual must be read and its contents acquired by those who will use it. Manufacturer’s ID FUTURA PRO has an ID plate located on the back of the machine, showing the serial number. Fig. 1 (*) see chap. 8 DISPOSAL.
  • Page 6 FUTURA PRO Operating manual TERMINOLOGY For those inexperienced in the subject of keys and key cutting, below is an illustration of the most frequently used terms: Fig. 2 1) Head 4) Blade (stem) 7) STANDARD cutting 10) Stem 2) Neck...
  • Page 7 FUTURA PRO Operating manual GRAPHICS IN THE MANUAL Obligation to read Pay attention the manual GRAPHICS ON THE FUTURA PRO KEY-CUTTING MACHINE Do not clean with Obligation to read Adhesive label compressed air the manual Mass - RPM Laser warning labels...
  • Page 8: General Warnings

    • Always use Silca Original Spare Parts. Beware of imitations! NORMAL USE FUTURA PRO is a key-cutting machine and must be installed and used according to the rules and specifi cations established by the manufacturer. The FUTURA PRO key-cutting machine is designed for use on business or industrial premises (e.g. hardware shops, key cutting centers, etc...).
  • Page 9: Machine Description

    Operating manual 1 MACHINE DESCRIPTION FUTURA PRO is an electronic machine operating on 3 axes with controlled movement. Accurately studied, it adds a high degree of cutting precision to operating speed and ease of use. FUTURA PRO operates only when connected to a TABLET containing a Silca program.
  • Page 10: Main Operating Parts

    - Tracer 01T - Tracer movement lever - Tool compartment - Swarf collection tray - Clamp 01V (Standard cuts) - Clamp 01J (Futura PRO JAPAN version) - Clamp knob (01V) - Clamp 01R (Dimple/Track cuts) - Clamp knob (01R )
  • Page 11: Safety

    Operating manual 1.2 SAFETY FUTURA PRO is entirely built in compliance to the Machine Directives. The operations for which it has been designed are easily carried out with no risk to the operator. The adoption of general safety precautions and observation of the instructions provided by the manufacturer in this manual eliminate all human error, unless deliberate.
  • Page 12: Technical Data

    Clamp 01V : keys and cruciform keys (for standard cuts) removable, with 4 universal sides for holding fl at keys, MIWA Clamp 01VJ (Futura PRO JAPAN) fl at keys, vehicle keys and cruciform keys removable and provided with interchangeable jaws Clamp 01R...
  • Page 13: Accessories Provided

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 1.4 ACCESSORIES PROVIDED FUTURA PRO comes with a set of accessories for its operation and maintenance (tools, hex wrenches...) supplied in a special tool kit comprising: stop bar cutter 01D Allen keys set 1,5 ÷ 5 mm ø...
  • Page 14: Handling

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 2 HANDLING The FUTURA PRO key-cutting machine is easy to handle and there are no special hazards involved in moving it. The packed machine can by carried manually by one person. 2.1 PACKING The packing for the FUTURA PRO key-cutting machine ensures safe handling of the machine and all its components.
  • Page 15: Machine Installation And Preparation

    3.1 CHECKING FOR DAMAGE FUTURA PRO is a solid compact machine and will not break if handling, unpacking and installation are carried out to the instructions in this manual. However, it is good practice to check that the machine has not been damaged.
  • Page 16: Separate Parts

    5) Fit the tablet into its stand (Fig. 16). Fig. 13 Fig. 14 Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Fig. 17 6) Connect the tablet USB/Micro USB cable to the USB tablet port (Y) located on the back of Futura PRO. Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 17: Power Pack And Lead

    Operating manual 3.4.2 Power pack and lead Fig. 18 Fig. 19 Connect FUTURA PRO to the power pack (W) and connect the latter to the power supply with the power lead (W2). Fig. 20 3.4.3 Fixing bracket If the key-cutting machine is transported and used on a vehicle, e.g. a van, it must be prepared as follows: 1) Turn off the machine and detach the power lead.
  • Page 18: Work Station Description

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 3.5 WORK STATION DESCRIPTION One operator is enough to operate the machine, which has the following operating parts: • General ON/OFF/emergency button (R) located on the right-hand side of the machine • Key holding clamps (M) (P) •...
  • Page 19: Tablet Regulation And Use

    6) Select Display > Sleep > Never. This will prevent the application from timing out and closing the session. 7) To quit: • For all software functionalities on board the Silca key-cutting machine, see the SOFTWARE OPERATING GUIDE on your tablet (Ch.10).
  • Page 20: Clamps

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5 CLAMPS 5.1 CLAMPS FOR FLAT KEYS WITH STANDARD CUTS 01V CLAMP: FUTURA PRO - FUTURA PRO NA Fig. 25 - 01V clamp 01VJ CLAMP: FUTURA PRO JAPAN Fig. 26 - 01VJ clamp Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 21 FUTURA PRO Operating manual The use of one of the clamp sides is required, according to the type of key to be decoded and/or cut by copying or by code (Fig. 25 and Fig. 26). Positioning the correct side to be used is quick and easy. With the clamp jaws slightly open, turn the clamp by hand to position it as required, facilitated by a new special alignment system (Fig.
  • Page 22: Use Of The Shoulder Gauge

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.1.1 Use of the shoulder gauge The gauge is used to position fl at cylinder or vehicle keys that call for Stop 0 (Fig. 34). Fig. 28 Fig. 29 Fig. 30 Fig. 31 Fig. 32 Fig. 33 Pull the gauge gently towards the operator, turn clockwise by about 180°...
  • Page 23: Stop Positions (Key Stop)

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.1.2 Stop positions (key stop) HEAD STOP Fig. 34 - Stop 0 TIP STOP 1 2 3 Fig. 35 : Stop 1 - 2 - 3 Fig. 36 : Stop 4 According to the length of the stem the following accessories are provided to install keys with tip stops (chap.1.4): •...
  • Page 24: Use Of Pins - Clamp 01V / 01Vj

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.1.3 Use of pins - CLAMP 01V / 01VJ For keys with narrow stems the pins must be placed between the bottom of the clamp and the back of the key so that the key protrudes suffi ciently out of the clamp and therefore can be properly read and cut.
  • Page 25: Cutting Cruciform Keys (With 3 Fins)

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.1.4 Cutting cruciform keys (with 3 fi ns) The standard 4-sided clamp can be used to cut almost all cruciform keys (except for Y and T shaped ones). 1) Leave the gauge in its original position.
  • Page 26: Removing/Fitting The Clamp 01V / 01Vj

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.1.5 Removing/fi tting the clamp 01V / 01VJ 1) Raise the safety shield. 2) Unscrew the knob (M1) and remove together with the washer set (Fig. 43). 3) Pull the clamp upwards (Fig. 44). 4) Carefully clean the seat of the clamp support.
  • Page 27: Lamp For Dimple And Track Keys - 01R

    Operating manual 5.2 LAMP FOR DIMPLE AND TRACK KEYS - 01R According to the type of key to be decoded and/or cut, follow the instructions in the Silca tablet program regarding: • clamp • use of jaws (Q1) and (Q2) •...
  • Page 28: Track Type Keys

    Fig. 49 - TIP STOP 5.2.3 TRACK type keys (Futura PRO NA - Futura PRO Automotive) Fig. 50 - HU66 on Futura PRO NA and Futura Automotive Fig. 51 - Ford Escape key on Futura PRO NA and Futura PRO Automotive Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 29: Removing / Fitting Clamp 01R

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.3 REMOVING / FITTING CLAMP 01R 1) Raise the safety shield. 2) Loosen the grub screw (P2) and remove the clamp by pulling it towards the operator. 3) Carefully clean the clamp support seat. 4) Clean the clamp before fi tting into the support.
  • Page 30: Using Tracer 01T

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 5.5 USING TRACER 01T The tracer 01T is used to read/decode both dimple and track keys. This tracer may or may not be required according to the type of key to be decoded and the dimensions involved.
  • Page 31: Engraving

    • Cutter 18DW specifi c for engraving (code D748741ZB) The accessories are: STANDARD on the FUTURA PRO ENGRAVING version OPTIONAL for all other versions of FUTURA and FUTURA PRO Fig. 60 Insert jaws 01E and 02E into the 01R clamp and gauge.
  • Page 32 FUTURA PRO Operating manual abcde ABCDE Fig. 63 - plane 1 abcde ABCDE Fig. 64 - plane 2 Fig. 65 - plane 3 abcde ABCDE Fig. 66 - plane 4 Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 33 FUTURA PRO Operating manual 32 mm 24 mm Fig. 67 - ENGRAVING AREA plane 1 Fig. 68 - ENGRAVING AREA plane 2 18 mm 12 mm Fig. 69 - ENGRAVING AREA plane 3 Fig. 70 - ENGRAVING AREA plane 4 Further details in the SOFTWARE Operating Guide or online HELP desk.
  • Page 34: Cleaning

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 6 CLEANING • Keep the operational parts of the machine as clean as possible by brushing away the chippings in areas where they accumulate during cutting operations. • Under no circumstances should compressed air be used to clear the work zone of chippings as this will blow them onto the moving parts.
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    The FUTURA PRO key-cutting machine does not need special maintenance, but it is good practice to check and if necessary replace parts subject to wear: cutter, tracer point, belt.
  • Page 36: Prismatic Cutter Replacement

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 7.3 PRISMATIC CUTTER REPLACEMENT 1) Raise the safety shield. 2) Rotate the cutter by hand to align the cutter slot with the rear slot (on the reader stand). 3) Insert the pin (F1) (provided with the machine) into the 2 slots.
  • Page 37: Cylindrical Cutter And/Or Tracer Point Replacement

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 7.4 CYLINDRICAL CUTTER AND/OR TRACER POINT REPLACEMENT 1) Raise the safety shield. 2) Rotate the cutter shaft (G1) by hand and take the grub screw (G2) to the front of the machine. 3) Use a hex key to loosen the grub screw (G2) and remove the tool.
  • Page 38: Checking And Replacing Fuse

    Fuses must always be replaced with the same amperage and type (rapid or delayed), as indicated in this manual. FUTURA PRO has 1 fuse: 4 Amps delayed Protects the cutters motors and their electronic controls (24V d.c.) Follow the instructions below to check and, if necessary, replace: 1) Turn off the key-cutting machine and unplug.
  • Page 39: Battery Replacement

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 7.7 BATTERY REPLACEMENT ATTENTION: only specialised personnel can change the battery. 1) Turn the machine off and unplug it from its power supply cable. 2) Access the rear compartment (chap.7.2). 3) Use insulated screwdriver to remove the fl at battery.
  • Page 40: Disposal

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 8 DISPOSAL For correct disposal please refer to current standards. INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROFESSIONAL EQUIPMENT From “Actuation of Directive 2012/19/EU regarding Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)” The symbol of a crossed waste bin found on equipment or its packing indicates that at the end of the product’s useful life it must be collected separately from other waste so that it can be properly treated and recycled.
  • Page 41: Assistance

    9.1 HOW TO REQUEST SERVICE The guarantee attached to the key-cutting machines ensures free repairs or replacements of faulty parts within 24 months of purchase. All other service calls must be arranged by the customer with Silca or with a Silca service center.
  • Page 42: Software Operating Guide

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 10 SOFTWARE OPERATING GUIDE The FUTURA PRO SOFTWARE OPERATING GUIDE is on the Tablet. Go to the “Options” > “Info” menu and tap on the appropriate icon (Fig. 81). Fig. 83 Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 43: Electrical Diagrams

    FUTURA PRO Operating manual 11 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS J13 X axis motor J12 X axis sensor J9 optic reader J14 Y axis motor J15 Y axis sensor J18 Z axis motor J1006 J17 Z axis sensor n.2 CANopen J19 not used...
  • Page 44 FUTURA PRO Operating manual OPTIC READER (1st version) MOTHER BOARD J9 Laser receiver Laser transmitter OPTIC READER (2nd version) MOTHER BOARD J9 Laser receiver Laser transmitter Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 45 FUTURA PRO Operating manual STEP MOTOR X AXIS light blue green MOTHER BOARD J13 yellow STEP MOTOR Y AXIS white/red green MOTHER BOARD J14 white/green STEP MOTOR Z AXIS white/red green MOTHER BOARD J18 white/green X AXIS SENSOR yellow brown...
  • Page 46 FUTURA PRO Operating manual TRACER POINT SENSOR black brown MOTHER BOARD J22 light blue MICRO CARTER LED LAMP black MOTHER BOARD J2 LED LAMP RGB green brown black MOTHER BOARD J8 green light blue blue light blue Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 47 FUTURA PRO Operating manual ELECTRIC CONTACT MOTHER BOARD J21 GAUGE SENSOR MOTHER BOARD J10 USB PORTS MOTHER BOARD J1005 VIEW A Copyright Silca 2018...
  • Page 48 FUTURA PRO Operating manual CUTTER MOTOR + MICRO CARTER Cutter motor laser Cutter black motor flat MOTHER BOARD J7 black black black Micro carter POWER SUPPLY MOTHER BOARD J4 +24V black black ETHERNET PORT MOTHER ETHERNET BOARD J3 CABLE ETHERNET CABLE EXTENSION...
  • Page 49 FUTURA PRO Operating manual Led lamp lampada led Led Lampe Lampe Led Lampara Led Lâmpada Led Led lamp Ethernet- Ethernet port Porta ethernet Port Ethernet Puerto ethernet Porta ethernet Ethernetpoort Anschluss Power feeder Alimentatore Speisegerat Alimentateur Alimentador Alimentador Voedingseenheid +24V...
  • Page 50 EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011+A2:2013 EN 301 489-1:2011 (V1.9.2) EN ISO 12100:2010 EN 301 489-17:2012 (V2.2.1) EN 62233:2008 Standards Maurizio Ugel of the Silca S.p.A. Research & Development Division is authorized to create a Technical File. VITTORIO VENETO 26/10/2016 General Manager Basic Production Center...
  • Page 51 Phone: +39 0438 9136 Fax +39 0438 913800 E-mail: silca@silca.it www.silca.biz India United Kingdom MINDA SILCA Engineering Ltd. SILCA Ltd. Plot no.37, Toy City, Unit 6 Lloyds Court - Manor Royal GREATER NOIDA (U.P.) - 201308 CRAWLEY RH10 9QU Phone: +91 9871397630/31...

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