Automatic Tool Changer - Planmeca Chairside PlanScan User Manual

28 MILLING UNIT

28.14 Automatic tool changer

28.14.1 Broken tools and restoration inspection
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The milling unit's automated tool changer holds an array
of grinding tools. The tool changer switches between
grinding tools according to the milling task.
The chart indicating the usage time and type of tool in
each spindle is displayed on the main screen.
To fill the tool changer, exchange tool shapes, or to
replace broken tools see the following sections see
section 28.14.2 "Replacing/inserting tools" on page 143.
If a conical tool breaks halfway instead of at the shoulder,
the broken tool may not be detected right away. If the
broken tool continues to mill, it can cause damage or put
black marks on the restoration.
By default, the new Restoration Inspection feature is
activated.
If a tool breaks:
• The lid lights turn blue and the lid pops open
• The operator assesses the restoration and closes the lid
Once the lid is closed, a new message displays.
If there are black marks on the restoration or if it has come
off of the mandrel, click No. The lid pops open. Remove
the block. Select the job to restart milling.
The system will prompt you to insert a new block at the
beginning of the restarted milling process.
To continue milling with a new tool, click Yes.
To deactivate this feature, contact Customer Support.
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