Summary of Contents for Automate Raptor TC-1417
- Page 1 RAPTOR TC-1417 COMPACT TURRET LATHE Safety Guidelines | Delivery & Set-Up Guide | Maintenance Schedule | Quick-Start Guide 800-476-4849 | 170 Aprill Drive | Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 | USA...
- Page 2 Thank You For Your Order! Congratulations on your purchase of an AutoMate CNC Lathe. With proper setup and care, your machine will provide many years of quality work and productivity. This guide covers general instructions for setup and maintenance for the Automate CNC Lathe. In addition to this guide you will also receive a machining operations and programming handbook for the Siemens 808D control system.
- Page 3 Index Safety Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………. 3 Specifications …..…………………………………………………………………………… 14 ………………. Delivery & Setup ………………………………………………….…… 16 Maintenance ………………………………………………………………..………………. 26 General operation …………………………………………………………………………. 30 Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………………. 31...
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Page 4: Safety Guidelines
Safety Guidelines Always observe the safety instructions inscribed on the name plates fixed to the General Safety Guidelines - Safety machine. First! DO NOT remove or damage these name Overview plates General operational techniques and safety procedures will be outlined in these DO NOT attempt to operate or turn on the guidelines. - Page 5 DANGER SYMBOLS...
- Page 6 WARNING SYMBOLS...
- Page 7 If any components or safety covers are to the parameters or settings, first check with be removed, first switch off or disconnect an AutoMate technician to assure that it is the main plug. safe to do so. Be sure to note the original values so that the control can be reset to that value if necessary.
- Page 8 Tie back long hair to prevent entangling DO NOT allow chips to accumulate in the with rotary tools. work envelope. Always wear safety equipment. Warm up the spindle and axis motion before running the machine in automatic Always wear a protective mask when mode.
- Page 9 individuals with working knowledge of the Make sure the drawbar and the tool holders machine tool. are tightened to the proper cutting conditions before actual cutting operations DO NOT remove or modify switches. begin. Clean the machine areas after maintenance Safety Aspects Related To is completed.
- Page 10 AutoMate CNC Lathe are carried out in a completely safe manner. Neither the manufacturer, its representatives nor dealers can assume responsibility for any mishaps, damage or personal injury which may occur as a result of improper operation or from failure to observe the safety precautions mentioned in this manual.
- Page 11 General Personal Safety Rules Check that the spindle direction is correct for right-hand or left-hand operation. Below are some general personal safety rules that you should use as a guide only. Only use tools within the limits specified by You might like to add any other rules that the manufacturer.
- Page 12 Use the machine table as a workbench. cabinets, controls or floor around the machine. Use compressed air to blow chips from the parts of the machine, machine surfaces, encountered when working in the machine shop. Safety Methods For Carrying Hearing Protection Hearing protection must be worn at all Never twist your body - Change times.
- Page 13 Dust/noise etc: Use personal protective equipment. Final Safety Notice AutoMate CNC machines have been proven to be safe and reliable. However, if abused or operated improperly, any machine can cause injury to you or others. Please read this guide and accompanying manuals carefully before you start machining.
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Page 14: Specifications
Specifications Travels Inch Metric X Axis 9.5” 241mm Z Axis 12.5” 317mm Max Swing Over Bed 13.25” 340mm 5” Swing Over Carriage 127mm Spindle Inch Metric Power 4 HP 3.0kw 100-2800 100-2800 Spindle Taper Spindle Bore 1.65” 41mm Drive System Belt Belt Axis Motors... - Page 15 Estes as well. If you ordered the 4th axis with an AutoMate 808D Advanced Control System with 4th axis option on your CNC Lathe, the board is pre-installed into the control box.
- Page 16 There are a number of things you can do to prepare your shop or work space for your new AutoMate CNC Lathe. You will need a designated area with a level floor that is capable of supporting your AutoMate CNC Lathe, plus the maximum allowable workpiece weight for your specific model of CNC Lathe.
- Page 17 Loading The Machine After you have inspected the crate and signed for the machine, a shipping company employee will load your machine into your vehicle. The loading procedure depends upon your vehicle and the facilities at the terminal. If the shipping company’s forklift is not restricted to the loading dock, you can have the crate loaded directly into the truck or trailer bed with the forklift.
- Page 18 Removing Machine From Pallet You will need a forklift with a minimum of 6’ forks to remove the AutoMate CNC Mill from the pallet. If you do not own one, you can rent one from a local equipment rental shop. We highly recommend a forklift over any other method of transporting this machine, accidents will be less likely to occur due to the machine and crate not being 100% stabilized.
- Page 19 Leveling Machine Adjusting machine tools so they are level is very important and has benefits that aren’t often considered. Vertical machining centers produce more accurate parts that will last longer when properly leveled. A machine tool that isn’t properly leveled will not lubricate evenly throughout the machine and cause parts to wear unevenly.
- Page 20 1. Screw the threaded rod all the way down into the leveling foot. 2. Place the beveled washer over the threaded rod with the bevel down. 3. Unscrew the large adjusting ring of the leveling foot .5” above the base of the foot. This will ensure that you will have both up and down movement available when leveling the machine.
- Page 21 DO NOT power up your machine until you completely read and understand your machines safety and operations manual. If you have questions regarding safety or operation of your machine, call an AutoMate CNC Technician at 800.476.4849 or email at Sales@smithy.com.
- Page 22 Powering Up The Machine 1. Once power has been hooked up by a qualified technician, close the door on the electrical box located at the rear of the machine. This will prevent metal swarf, water, oil and dust from contaminating electrical components. 2.
- Page 23 Leveling Machine Leveling X Axis We will be using the top of the tailstock as the leveling point. You will need a precidion level that reads .0005” in 10in. Jog the Z axis all the way toward the lathe spindle. ...
- Page 24 Using the leveling feet on the right end of the lathe, adjust this end until it is level. Go back to the lathe head end and recheck the level. It may take several cycles back and forth to get the final level at both ends. At this point there is no twist in the bed of the lathe which was our prime objective.
- Page 25 Adjust the two leveling feet on the right end of the machine until the Z axis is level. It is important to turn the front and rear leveling feet the exact same amount so you do not throw the X axis level out of adjustment. Once the Z axis is level, you will need to go back to the procedure for the X axis and ...
- Page 26 General Maintenance Area Of Maintenance Task How Often General Work Area Check for cleanliness At the start & end of work Check for liquid spillage Machine Work Area Clean machine At the start & end of work Clean chuck and spindle taper Clean tool changer Empty chip trays Inspect area for any foreign matter, leaks or loose...
- Page 27 Periodic Maintenance Perform these maintenance tasks as per the schedule below Mechanical Maintenance Maintenance Task How Often Axes Backlash Check and compensate if necessary 6 months Ball Screw Guards Check condition 6 months or replace as necessary Drive Belt Check condition 6 months or replace as necessary Check tension Machine Base/Table...
- Page 28 Periodic Maintenance Tasks Axis Bearing Adjustment and Backlash Backlash is the amount of movement the screw makes before the table engages. There are a number of signs that may indicate that there is excessive backlash with your system: Rough/uneven surface finishes ...
- Page 30 This warranty is provided only to the final purchaser and end-user of the CNC Machine (a “Customer”). The period of this limited warranty is one (1) year for AutoMate CNC equipment, one (1) year, for Talon CNC equipment, and eighteen (18) months for Z-MaT equipment. The warranty period commences on the date the CNC Machine is delivered to the Customer’s...
- Page 31 Disclaimer of Warranty This warranty is manufacturer’s sole and exclusive warranty and is in lieu of all other warranties of whatever kind or nature, express or implied, written or oral, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability, implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, or other warranty of quality or performance or non-infringement.
- Page 32 remedy, for damages and claims for any cause whatsoever shall be limited to repair or replacement, at the discretion of manufacturer, of the defective DetroitMT product as provided in this warranty. Customer has accepted the limitations and restrictions set forth in this Certificate, including, but not limited to, the restriction on its right to recover damages, as part of its bargain with Manufacturer or its Authorized Representative.
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