Summary of Contents for TigerStop TigerStop
- Page 1 2017 TigerStop, LLC ® TigerStop Register warranty and enable TigerStop Optimizer BEFORE installation! See Page 14! February 2017 Mk1...
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Page 2: Serial Number
Serial Number Controller Controller Stand FlipAway Controller Cable Power Cable Stop Quick Reference Standard Interconnect Kit Nut Pack Cards Mini Gang Stop... -
Page 3: Safety First
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT. WARNING: Installation of your TigerStop Product must be done by a person trained in the safe design and installation of automation products, and in the safe operation of power equipment. Ensure... - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT. Keep the work area clean and well lighted to avoid accidental injury. Do not use TigerStop machines in a dangerous environment. Using power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Installation Requirements....................6 TigerStop Installation....................7 TigerStop Anatomy Installation Mounting TigerStop on the Right Side of your Tool Install Flipaway Stop Install Mini Gang Stop Install Controller Stand Install Standard Interconnect Kit Final Connections Enable Code......................14 Enabling Dynamic Optimization First Power Up......................15... -
Page 6: Installation Requirements
20 Amps 240 VAC 20 Amps TigerStop must have a dedicated circuit. No other equipment or devices should be on the same circuit. WARNING! Do NOT use a high leg delta circuit to power TigerStop. If you are not sure what kind of circuit you are using, STOP! Have a qualified electrician confirm the main power circuit. -
Page 7: Tigerstop Installation
(Underside) Installation 1. Unpackage and place TigerStop on the mounting surface with the motor box facing up. 2. Insert the T-Bolts from the hardware pack into the TigerStop mounting slots. 3. Rotate TigerStop so that the T-Bolts go through the holes in the mounting surface. -
Page 8: Mounting Tigerstop On The Right Side Of Your Tool
Mounting TigerStop on the Right Side of your Tool From the factory, TigerStop is built to be installed on the left side of your tool. With very little configuration, you can install TigerStop to the right side of the tool. The TigerStop has mounting slots on both the top and the bottom of the beam. -
Page 9: Install Flipaway Stop
Install Flip Away Stop 1. Place the flip away stop on the TigerStop carriage. 2. Insert a nylon washer between the carriage hinge and flip away stop hinge, one on each end. 3. Insert the threaded rod into the flip away stop. -
Page 10: Install Mini Gangstop
Install Mini GangStop The Mini GangStop extends the reach of TigerStop so that you can reach the zero point of your tool. Being able to reach 0 is essential for getting the best material yield when using your TigerStop Dynamic Optimization feature. -
Page 11: Install Controller Stand
Install Controller Stand The TigerStop controller stand will hold the TigerStop controller at a comfortable angle and height during Backboard Defecting & Optimizing. The stand can be adjusted for a straight base or any angle up to 90 degrees. Attach to... -
Page 12: Install Standard Interconnect Kit
An additional benefit is partial automation of the tool, when using TigerStop’s Dynamic Optimization. Once installed, TigerStop will know when the saw cycle is complete and will then move to the next part size automatically, instead of waiting for the operator to signal for the next move. This dramatically speeds up throughput and lowers material waste when performing Backboard Defecting &... -
Page 13: Final Connections
Once TigerStop and all TigerStop accessories are installed, it’s time to make the final connections. 1. Connect the TigerStop Controller Cable to the Controller and Motor Box. Note: The TigerStop Controller Cable is a proprietary cable. DO NOT use an “off the shelf” cable. Doing so can cause damage to TigerStop. -
Page 14: Enable Code
The enable code notifies TigerStop, LLC when your new TigerStop is about to be put into service. This lets us start the warranty on the exact day you turn it on. The enable code also allows TigerStop to turn on your TigerStop Dynamic Optimization upgrade. -
Page 15: First Power Up
Home Routine. 2. When movement stops, TigerStop will display the Ready Screen. The Ready Screen is the starting point for all TigerStop functions. Let’s take a look at the screen, line by line. Line 1 displays the “heartbeat”. The heartbeat is a line that rotates and lets you know that TigerStop is functioning normally. -
Page 16: Calibration Settings
Set Zero End If you have installed TigerStop on the right side of the tool, or if you have positioned the motor box away from the tool, you will need to toggle the zero end setting. This will tell TigerStop to measure in the opposite direction. -
Page 17: Find The End Limits
3. TigerStop requires a password to access all menu options. Enter your TigerStop password and press Note: By default, the TigerStop password is set to the serial number. 4. At the Menu Select screen, press the [Setup] soft key to access the Setup Menu. -
Page 18: Set Kerf
Set Kerf If the tool you have installed TigerStop to is a cutting tool, you will need to set the kerf setting. The kerf is the measure of how much material is destroyed by the saw blade during a cut. -
Page 19: Set Optimizer Settings
3. TigerStop requires a password to access all menu options. Enter your TigerStop password and press Note: By default, the TigerStop password is set to the serial number. 4. At the Menu Select screen, press the [Options] soft key to access the Options menu. - Page 20 Opt Time setting. The Optimizer Time setting sets the amount of time the TigerStop Optimizer has to find a solution. If it takes longer than this time, TigerStop will use the best found optimized solution.
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Page 21: Basic Tigerstop Functions
Basic TigerStop Functions Basic TigerStop Functions Manual Movement To manually move TigerStop to a position, you must enter the length you want TigerStop to go to. This length can be entered as a decimal or a fractional value. Entering Decimals 1. -
Page 22: Jog
2. Press and TigerStop will move. TigerStop can be manually jogged in or out. When activated, TigerStop will move until you let go of the jog button. It will then glide to a gentle stop. 1. Start at the Ready Screen. -
Page 23: Preset
3. Enter the number of the preset you want to program and press the [Edit] soft key. 4. For this example, I am going to program PreSet number 1. 5. Enter the length you want the PreSet to move TigerStop to, and press... -
Page 24: Quick Calibration
5. TigerStop has now deleted the PreSet. Quick Calibration Quick calibration is a shortcut to the calibration setting. This allows more advanced TigerStop users to quickly calibrate TigerStop. 1. Start at the Ready Screen. Note: if you viewing the expanded options, press 2. -
Page 25: Working With Part Lists
Set Point A set point list will tell TigerStop to act as a stop. It will treat each length you enter as an absolute value from your zero point. Set point lists can be optimized if you have the TigerStop Dynamic Optimizing upgrade. -
Page 26: Creating A Backboard Defecting & Optimizing List
In this example, I will tell TigerStop I want to cut a 24 inch part. 8. The cursor will now drop to the quantity. Enter how many parts you want, followed by In this example, I will tell TigerStop that I want 5 parts. - Page 27 In this example, I will tell TigerStop I want to cut a 24 inch part. 7. The cursor will now drop to the quantity. Enter how many parts you want, followed by In this example, I will tell TigerStop that I want 5 parts.
- Page 28 Note: If no defect is present, measure up to the end of the material. 6. TigerStop will optimize the material up to the defect and will use as much of the material as possible. 7. Continue in this fashion until the entire stock is used. If you have more parts to cut, start at step 1 with a new piece of material.
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Page 29: Maintenance Schedule
1. Run a Data Log on the machine at least once a year. From the results, you will know if there is an accuracy problem, and what is causing it (calibration, kerf, lash, scale, etc.). Note: You can find the data log sheet in the support section of www.tigerstop.com. - Page 30 Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Date Maintenance Performed Drive Test Results...
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