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D446001XA
vers. 1.0
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  • Page 1 Operating Manual Original Instructions D446001XA vers. 1.0...
  • 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, microfilm or other) without the consent of SILCA S.p.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.4 USING THE CUTTERS ............................. 23 4.5 CHANGING THE CUTTER/DECODER ........................24 4.6 USING THE USB PEN ............................... 25 5 TRIAX PRO VERSION UTP .......................... 26 6 OPERATING GUIDE ............................27 6.1 MACHINE KEYPAD AND FUNCTION BUTTONS ..................... 27 6.2 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS ..........................28 6.3 SEARCHES ................................
  • Page 4 FUNCTIONS FOR AN ENGRAVING TEMPLATE ..................46 6.8.2.1 ENGRAVING DEPTH: METHOD’ ..........................47 6.8.3 ENGRAVING PROCEDURE .......................... 48 6.8.4 ENGRAVING: SILCA TEMPLATES ........................ 49 6.8.5 ENGRAVING: USER TEMPLATES ........................ 50 6.9 MACHINE DATA UPDATE ............................52 6.9.1 Machine software ............................52 6.9.2...
  • Page 5 6.14.5 MACHINE OPTIONS [PAGE 4/5] ........................70 6.14.6 OEM MODE [PAGE 5/5] ..........................71 6.15 PROTECTED SSN (DISABLE) ..........................72 7 TRIAX PRO MESSAGES ..........................73 7.1 WARNINGS ................................73 7.1.1 USB PEN NOT CONNECTED OR WITHOUT REQUIRED DATA ..............75 7.1.2...

  • Page 7: Using The Manual

    This manual must be read and its contents acquired by those who will use it. MANUFACTURER ID TRIAX PRO has an ID plate on the back of the machine, showing its serial number. (*) see chap.9 DISPOSAL HOW TO APPLY FOR AFTER-SALES SERVICE Silca provides purchasers of TRIAX PRO with after-sales service.
  • Page 8 Each dot represents one cut; the number of dots corresponds to the number of cuts on the key Tracer Tower A Silca invention comprising a tower system for holding commonly used tracer points for decoding keys on TRIAX PRO User/operator...
  • Page 9 6. Back 3. Stop 7. Cuts 4. Blade KEY TERMINOLOGY (software) SSN* SSN* * Silca Serial Number * Silca Serial Number Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Side A (1st flat side) Side B (1st back) Side C (2nd flat side) Side D (2nd back)
  • Page 10 • The description “SIP22T5 (2T-8W)” used for a “Fiat®*” System/Lock is made up of a first part (SIP22T5) which is the Silca key blank used and a second part (2T) which is the number of grooves on the key and (8W) the number of its blades.
  • Page 11 TRIAX PRO GRAPHICS IN THE MANUAL Obligation to read Symbol on Pay attention the manual UTP version GRAPHICS ON THE TRIAX PRO KEY-CUTTING MACHINE Do not clean with Obligation to read Symbol on compressed air the manual UTP version Electrical voltage hazard...

  • Page 12: General Warnings

    Right from the design stage solutions are adopted to eliminate hazards for the operator at all stages of use: transport, regulation, use and maintenance. The materials used for the machine and the components employed in the use of the TRIAX PRO are not hazardous and make the machine comply with current standards.
  • Page 13 The installation method and proper use of the machine are those laid down by the manufacturer. Any other use different from that indicated in this manual will null customers’ claims on Silca S.p.A. and may be a source of unknown hazard for the operator in default or third parties.

  • Page 14: Machine Working Parts

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 1 MACHINE WORKING PARTS Fig. 6 A - tool-locking lever C - Tracer Tower lever D - spindle E - cutter F - clamp R29-R28 G - upper carriage H - lower carriage I - display...

  • Page 15: Accessories Provided

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 1.1 ACCESSORIES PROVIDED TRIAX PRO comes with a set of accessories for use and maintenance (tools, hex keys, fuses ...) held in a special tool box: Tool box 1,5 mm hex key 5 mm hex key...

  • Page 16: Technical Data

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 1.2 TECHNICAL DATA Power supply: 230V - 50Hz 100V - 50/60Hz Maximum absorbed power: 230V: 1 Amp. 230 Watt 100V: 2.5 Amps. 250 Watt Cutter motor: Brushless Motor 48V - 200W Cutters: Usable Tool speed: 6000-19000 rpm Movements: on 3 axes with ball screws activated by step motors on rectified roller guides.

  • Page 17: Safety

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 1.3 SAFETY • Safety shield The transparent safety shield is designed to cover the working parts and make them as safe as possible. The shield must be raised to fit keys to be cut or to perform other operations on the machine.

  • Page 18: Transport

    2 (or more) persons. PACKING The packing for the TRIAX PRO machine ensures that during transport the machine and all its components are safe and protected. The packing comprises a pallet base on which the machine stands and is secured, and a cardboard cover.

  • Page 19: Unpacking

    1 Tool box 2.3 MACHINE HANDLING Once removed from the packing place TRIAX PRO directly on a workbench; the operation should be carried out by at least 2 persons. ATTENTION: when lifting the machine take hold of the base only (Fig. 8). Never lift the machine by holding onto the keypad support (Fig.

  • Page 20: Machine Installation And Preparation

    3.1 CHECKING FOR DAMAGE TRIAX PRO is a solid compact machine which will not break if transport, unpacking and installation are carried out according to the instructions in this manual. In any case check the condition of the machine.

  • Page 21: Work Station Description

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 3.4 WORK STATION DESCRIPTION Only one operator is required to work the key-cutting machine and the following controls are available: 1) Master switch on the back of the machine. 2) Key-positioning clamp. 3) Control keypad. 4) Display.

  • Page 22: Machine Description

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4 MACHINE DESCRIPTION TRIAX PRO is an electronic key-cutting machine used to: a. CUT KEYS (in ferrous material in general; brass, silver nickel, etc.) by: • DIMPLE cutting. • TRACK cutting. • Special cutting (e.g. Tibbe with option) •...

  • Page 23: Using The R29+R28 Clamp

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4.2 USING THE R29+R28 CLAMP The machine is supplied with a set of clamps “R29+R28”, illustrated in Fig. 14. R29: for CUTTING dimple and track keys R28: for ENGRAVING keys and medals Fig. 14 ATTENTION: to calibrate the R28 clamp, turn the knob (S) anticlockwise to fully close the 2 jaws (A3) and (A4).
  • Page 24 Operating manual TRIAX PRO position position Fig. 15 - R29 position: CUTTING position position Fig. 16 - R28 position: ENGRAVING Copyright Silca 2016...

  • Page 25: Clamp R29 For Cutting Dimple And Track Type Keys

    TRIAX PRO 4.2.1 Clamp R29 for CUTTING DIMPLE and TRACK TYPE KEYS According to the type of key to be decoded and/or cut, follow the instructions in the Silca tablet program regarding: • use of jaws 01J and 02J. • clamp stop (Fig. 17 e Fig. 18).

  • Page 26: Removing/Fitting The Jaws On Clamp R29

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4.2.1.2 Removing/fitting the jaws on clamp R29 1) Raise the safety shield. 2) Loosen the knob (S) by a couple of turns. 3) Use your fi ngers to pull the jaw to be removed out towards the operator (Fig. 21).

  • Page 27: R28 Clamp For Engraving Keys And Medals

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4.2.2 R28 clamp for ENGRAVING keys and medals The R28 clamp (Fig. 22) is prepared to house keys* and medals* to be engraved. To open the clamp jaws (A3 and A4) and fit the key or medal to be engraved, turn the knob (S) clockwise.

  • Page 28: Fitting The Clamp To The Machine

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4.3 FITTING THE CLAMP TO THE MACHINE To remove the clamp: • loosen the handle (A9) (Fig. 25) and pull the clamp out of the dovetail guide. To fit the clamp to the machine: • insert the clamp into the dovetail guide, push all the way in and lock by turning the handle (A9).

  • Page 29: Using The Cutters

    W (hard metal) (see Ch.6.5.2). indicated by the letter H (HSS) if included in the Silca database (see Ch.6.12.2). • It is good practice to set the cutter material for your cutters. In this way, when the cutter is needed by the SSN in use, cutter spindle speed will be appropriate.

  • Page 30: Changing The Cutter/Decoder

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4.5 CHANGING THE CUTTER/DECODER To remove a decoder or cutter from the spindle, raise the safety shield and proceed as follows: 1) Hold the cutter or decoder with one hand. 2) To release the tool move the lever (A) towards the operator until it comes to a stop.

  • Page 31: Using The Usb Pen

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 4.6 USING THE USB PEN ATTENTION: the USB pen can be removed and/or inserted in its holder on the key-cutting machine in one of the following ways: PROCEDURE: 1) With the key-cutting machine off the USB PEN can be removed or inserted.

  • Page 32: Triax Pro Version Utp

    • When the UTP package has expired 30 days of Extratoken are available before the key-cutting function is blocked. (Ch. 6.14.2 UTP SETTINGS). • After purchasing a new UTP package download it from the Internet by means of the “Silca Remote Service” program (SRS) (Ch.6.11.1 DOWNLOAD THE UTP PACKAGE).

  • Page 33: Operating Guide

    TRIAX PRO 6 OPERATING GUIDE The Operating Guide explains how to use the TRIAX PRO without the aid of a personal computer. The operations are explained step by step so that the key-cutting machine can be used in manual mode.

  • Page 34: Preliminary Operations

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.2 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS Procedure: 1) Place the key-cutting machine on a work bench. 2) Connect the power lead to the mains (Ch.3.3). 3) Make sure the emergency button (K - Fig. 6) is disabled. 4) Check that the USB PEN is in its special holder.
  • Page 35 Operating manual TRIAX PRO MAIN FUNCTIONS OF MENU SEARCHES CALIBRATION PC QUEUE MAINTENANCE ENGRAVING OPTIONS UPDATE PROTECTED SSN Press the MENU button to view the whole list of the main functions in the machine program. Copyright Silca 2016...

  • Page 36: Searches

    (see Ch.6.5.6) F3 to enable ( ) or disable ( ) the USB PEN. Note: Searches by code tables (Silca or User) are possible only with the USB PEN inserted and enabled. (see Ch.6.13.9) Description of graphics in Table 2...

  • Page 37: Search By Make

    Scroll the list of systems with the arrow keys (up and down) to highlight the one required. Description of graphics in Table 2 [20] = number of KABA systems known to Silca and included in the machine database. 5:8(4+4P)1-200 = description of series provided by SILCA The top window shows other information about the selected series.

  • Page 38: Lock System Functions (Ssn)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.4 LOCK SYSTEM FUNCTIONS (SSN) From a search: 1) Highlight the required system. 2) Press ENTER to confirm and enter into the selected Lock System (SSN). Description graphics in Table 2 F1 Key decoding function. F2 Engraving function.

  • Page 39: Key Decoding

    SSN in use allows this. Below are descriptions of all the stages necessary for decoding a key. INDICATIONS on display SSN: Silca Serial number associated to type of key Side: Side of key to be decoded Pins: Maximum number of cutting positions...

  • Page 40: Key Cutting

    F4 views the values of Key decoding (see Ch.6.5) INDICATIONS on Display SSN: Silca Serial Number associated to type of key. Clamp: Clamp R29-01J-02J to use for securing the key. STOP position: STOP 0 for the current type of key.

  • Page 41: Key Cutting By Entering Cuts

    F3 Code entry function F4 to access other function buttons (see Ch.6.5) INDICATIONS on Display SSN: Silca Serial Number associated to type of key. Clamp: Clamp R29-01J-02J to use for securing the key. Axis: Cutting axis viewed Positions of cuts: Maximum number of positions of cuts for the axis shown.

  • Page 42: Key Cutting By Code

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.4.2.3 KEY CUTTING BY CODE From the Search menu enter the indirect cutting code into the field and press ENTER. Use the up-down arrow keys to scroll the list, select the required series and press ENTER.

  • Page 43: Function Buttons (Cutting Flow)

    6.5.2 USER PARAMETERS This function is used to select a clamp or cutter alternative to those provided by Silca. It is also used to vary working speed (option recommended for OEM users). Not all Silca Serial Numbers (SSN) will show these parameters.

  • Page 44: Code Entering

    This function is used to go to the engraving mode. If an engraving template has been associated to the current SSN it will appear as selected. F1 to go from Silca templates to User templates. F2 to highlight the SILCA key blanks associated to the SSN system in use. Copyright Silca 2016...
  • Page 45 Operating manual TRIAX PRO View SILCA key blanks that can be used for engraving and are associated to the SSN in use. ENTER to access the engraving function (see ENGRAVING). F2 to associate the current engraving template to the SSN in use.

  • Page 46: Favorite Series List Update

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.5.6 FAVORITE SERIES LIST UPDATE From the system in use access can be gained to the function Favorite series list update using F1. The Favorite Series list is shown. The SSN in use can be added to the list.

  • Page 47: Special Cases

    • Entered by the operator: this can happen only when there are no original codes or Silca tables and cuts are entered with depths that even if included in the data card values are not compatible in the order given, as they do not agree with the manufacturer’s original parameters.

  • Page 48: Search By Ssn Not Allowed

    SSN not in the archive ! The message may appear when: 1. The SSN entered is not in the Silca archive. 2. The SSN entered is in the Silca archive but has not been enabled by the User. SHIFT+F3 to enable search by all makes.

  • Page 49: Limited Access To Data (Protected Systems)

    TRIAX PRO 6.6.4 LIMITED ACCESS TO DATA (PROTECTED SYSTEMS) Silca has limited access to some of the SSNs in the database (relating to data cards, series or code tables) in accordance with agreements with certain manufacturers. The limits are applied to: •...

  • Page 50: Pc Queue Function

    PC QUEUE FUNCTION THIS FUNCTION IS AVAILABLE ONLY WHEN USING THE MACHINE CONNECTED TO A PC The TRIAX PRO key-cutting machine can be used with the SILCA KEY PROGRAMS program. This program can be used to send both cutting and engraving jobs.

  • Page 51: Engraving

    TRIAX PRO 6.8 ENGRAVING The TRIAX PRO key-cutting machine can use the R28 clamp and W146 cutter to engrave texts on various items, such as the head or stem of keys (flat, laser, dimple) or medals, plates, etc. The items can be in several types of material: aluminium, brass, steel, etc.

  • Page 52: Functions For An Engraving Template

    With PC program With TRIAX alone Use of predefined templates, i.e. over 200 templates relating to SILCA key blanks ready for use. The following can be edited but not saved in the machine memory: - contents of the lines of text...

  • Page 53: Engraving Depth: Method

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.8.2.1 ENGRAVING DEPTH: METHOD’ METHOD FOR MAKING AN ENGRAVING AT THE RIGHT DEPTH: A - for material whose thickness can be read by electric contact the cutter stops at the measurement read (by means of the electric contact function) on the key close to the first line of text to be engraved, then descends by a distance given in the set “depth”...

  • Page 54: Engraving Procedure

    From the initial screen press F3 to enable the function. Button F1 (press once or twice): • List of SILCA templates (installed on machine, only 2 lines can be engraved). • List of USER templates. User templates can be created only by PC with the “Triax Engraving Program”...

  • Page 55: Engraving: Silca Templates

    TRIAX PRO 6.8.4 ENGRAVING: SILCA TEMPLATES From the list of Silca templates press a button with a letter of the alphabet to move selection to the templates whose names begin with that letter. Shift + arrow keys to scroll the list quickly.

  • Page 56: Engraving: User Templates

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.8.5 ENGRAVING: USER TEMPLATES The key-cutting machine can be used without a PC but with limitations. To use all the potential available it is advisable to use the special function included in the Triax Engraving Program (provided with the machine) and Silca Key Programs.
  • Page 57 Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.8.5.1-a COUNTER FUNCTION F1 for counter function (3>[F1]): the values can be set when the cursor is in the field for the counter function. Example: Type of counter: F 1 Initial value: (1), initial value of counter.

  • Page 58: Machine Data Update

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.9 MACHINE DATA UPDATE This function is used to update machine data with a USB PEN. In this way the operator saves time for this operation. Machine data can be updated with a USB PEN if it is inserted and on (ON status).

  • Page 59: User Engraving Templates

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.9.3 User engraving templates F1 to view User engraving templates on the USB PEN. F2 to view User engraving templates on the machine. ATTENTION: • When Engraving templates are downloaded from a USB PEN all the user engraving templates already on the machine are lost.

  • Page 60: User Data Backup/Restore

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.10 USER DATA BACKUP/RESTORE The WinTransfer program is used to save or restore the User Parameters edited on the machine (user cutting cards, user data, etc...). Start the “WinTransfer” program and select the machine model. Connect a PC serial or USB cable to the key-cutting machine.

  • Page 61: Utp Update And Clock Synchronising

    TRIAX PRO 6.11 UTP UPDATE AND CLOCK SYNCHRONISING An internet connection and the Silca Remote Service (SRS) program are required. If necessary the Silca Remote Service program can be downloaded from the Silca website www.silca.biz. Select the menu: Products -> Silca Key Programs ->...

  • Page 62: Synchronise Machine Date/Time (Utp Version Only)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.11.2 SYNCHRONISE MACHINE DATE/TIME (UTP version only) NOTE: This operation is necessary only when the machine mother board battery has been replaced. NOTE: do not turn the machine off during data transfer. The machine must be on.

  • Page 63: Calibration Functions

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.12 CALIBRATION FUNCTIONS For the following components the machine comes with a “self-calibration” system which uses special templates and procedures: CLAMPS TRACER TOWER The CUTTERS do not need an automatic calibration system; however, if the operator wishes s/he can make certain variations (see CUTTER CALIBRATION).

  • Page 64: Clamp Calibration

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.12.1 CLAMP CALIBRATION F1 to access the list of clamps provided by Silca. Select the clamp to be calibrated. Press ENTER. GREEN: indicates that the clamp has been calibrated; GREY: indicates that the clamp is not calibrated, Press START to proceed with automatic calibration.

  • Page 65: Cutter Calibration

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.12.2 CUTTER CALIBRATION F2 to enable the cutter calibration function. NOTE: CUTTERS do not need an automatic calibration system. GREEN: the cutter has not yet reached its limit (max number of keys to be cut) set and enabled on the next screen (Fig.

  • Page 66: Adapter Calibration

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.12.3 ADAPTER CALIBRATION F3 to enable the adapter calibration function. Select the adapter to be calibrated and press ENTER. F1 for positive values (+). F2 for negative values (-). F3 to delete the adjustments made. Positive value of Y: takes cut closer to stop.

  • Page 67: Automatic Calibration Of Tracer Tower Device

    6.12.4 AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION OF TRACER TOWER DEVICE The TRACER TOWER decoding device holds the tracer point 04TT. This tracer point is used by TRIAX PRO, as a stand-alone or with a PC, to decode almost all the systems/locks known by Silca S.p.A.

  • Page 68: Maintenance

    Use the “Up/down” arrow keys to position the cursor and choose the option by pressing ENTER, or press the key relating to the option number directly. NOTE: If the test conditions are not in place, contact Silca After-Sales Service. 6.13.1 SPINDLE (TEST) Lower the safety shield and press START for a few seconds to start up the spindle.

  • Page 69: Digital Outlets (Test)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.13.4 DIGITAL OUTLETS (TEST) Up-down keys to go to the required fields. START to go from OFF to ON. For Lamp 1/Lamp 2 the lamp (comprising two rows of leds) will go on momentarily). NOTE: Test (Output…) can only be performed with feeder (or other optional devices) fitted.

  • Page 70: Machine Zeros

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.13.8 MACHINE ZEROS The machine is prepared with a “self-calibration” system which uses a template (provided) and special procedures. THE MACHINE ZEROS PROCEDURE MUST BE CARRIED OUT ONLY WHEN THE FOLLOWING EVENTS OCCUR: CLAMP TRACER TOWER...
  • Page 71 Operating manual TRIAX PRO Remove the cutter and fit the calibration pin (6x40mm) in its place: make sure it is pushed all the way up to the mechanical stop. Press ENTER. Check that the template (Z5) and calibration pin are in the position shown in Fig.
  • Page 72 Operating manual TRIAX PRO PHOTOCELLS (**) If the template is not properly positioned an ERROR message will appear. Photocells ON, press START to proceed. Photocells OFF, regulate as follows: • upper carriage (X) photocell: turn the X axis disk manually until the TZX description on the display goes from OFF to ON.

  • Page 73: Archive Management

    The EVENT.LOG file can be sent to the After-Sales Service so any problems when operating the key-cutting machine can be better understood. When using SILCA or User series the operator can edit some of the parameters, such as the cutter, clamp, manual adjustments, etc.

  • Page 74: Options

    From the initial screen press MENU and then F3 to enable the function. There are 5 machine option windows to select by pressing F1. Hold down F4 to retrieve the original parameters set by Silca S.p.A. Machine parameters/options that can be forced to the original manufacturer’s value:...

  • Page 75: Utp Settings

    30 days (Extratoken) in which to purchase a UTP package. At the end of the 30 days the machine can no longer be used to cut keys (it is operative for decoding and engraving only). To continue using all the machine functions contact a Silca distributor to purchase another UTP package ( Ch.6.14.2 UTP SETTINGS...

  • Page 76: Machine Options

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.14.3 MACHINE OPTIONS [PAGE 2/5] The display shows: Machine data Model: machine model. Serial number: the serial number shown on the ID plate on the back of the machine. Keys cut: cutting done. O.S. version: version of machine Operating System.

  • Page 77: Oem Mode

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.14.6 OEM MODE [PAGE 5/5] The display shows: OEM mode Option for OEM users who cut large quantities of keys using the same clamp and cutter. To work more rapidly (key cutting) the user may vary the frequency of checking the cutter on the clamp calibration plate.

  • Page 78: Protected Ssn (Disable)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 6.15 PROTECTED SSN (DISABLE) From the screen press MENU and/or F4 to enable the function. List of protected systems already enabled. They can be protected again. Use the arrow keys (up and down) to select the protected system already enabled.

  • Page 79: Triax Pro Messages

    USB PEN: do you still want to continue? No=STOP Yes=ENTER The message indicates that neither SILCA or the user has ATTENTION created an engraving model for the key blank selected. No engraving model has been created for the selected key...
  • Page 80 SKP program or the Free Engraving program provided with the machine. Not to lose any changes made to the User templates, please use the Silca Key Programs to transfer the engraving models. ATTENTION The text inserted on the LINE shown at the end of the message is Entered text exceeds maximum outside the set rectangle (or area).

  • Page 81: Usb Pen Not Connected Or Without Required Data

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 7.1.1 USB PEN NOT CONNECTED OR WITHOUT REQUIRED DATA ATTENTION La tabella di codici non è stata trovata: verificare che la USB PEN The required data have not been found on the USB PEN; check that sia collegata e accesa the pen is connected and contains the data.

  • Page 82: Error Messages

    If the problem persists contact After-Sales Service. Depth limit exceeded! ERROR 2 The machine automatic calibration procedure has read adjustment values exceeding the tolerance established by SILCA. Repeat the Tolerance limit exceeded procedure and pay attention to all the operations required. If the during calibration.
  • Page 83 (CALIBRATION -> F2 menu) installed! ERROR 9 The password entered is wrong. Check that you have entered the password issued by SILCA or apply to SILCA for a password. The number of attempts have been exceeded! Restart the machine. ERROR 10 The problem occurs after replacing the machine mother board.

  • Page 84: Messages Linked To Presence Or Use Of Motorized Clamp

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 7.2.1 MESSAGES LINKED TO PRESENCE OR USE OF MOTORIZED CLAMP ERROR 14 These messages appear if the motorized clamp is not connected or connected wrongly with the machine in motion. SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE! To work safely, turn off the machine and follow the instructions on the display.

  • Page 85: Messages About Spindle

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO ALARM 12 It is important to replace the battery as allows LOG events to be saved with the right date/time. Flat clock battery: see operating manual for replacement. ALARM 13 Download a more up-to-date SW version.

  • Page 86: Cleaning And Maintenance

    The TRIAX PRO key-cutting machine does not need special maintenance but it is good practice to check and if necessary replace parts subjected to wear and substitute electric/electronic parts (fuses, circuit boards, etc.) when they are not working properly.

  • Page 87: Trouble Shooting

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.3 TROUBLE SHOOTING FAULT CHECK PROBABLE CAUSE The machine is on but there is check that the fan on the a) emergency button activated nothing on the display. back of the machine is b) general fuses cut out on power socket...
  • Page 88 Operating manual TRIAX PRO FAULT CHECK PROBABLE CAUSE The X axis upper carriage Use tests digital inlets to check the photocell sensor. moves to the left or right and Check fuse F4 on the circuit board. knocks against the machine limit switch.

  • Page 89: Access To The Upper Compartment

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.4 ACCESS TO THE UPPER COMPARTMENT 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Loosen the 3 screws (C2). 3) Lift the safety shield (V). 4) Raise the lever (A) and remove the tool on the machine.

  • Page 90: Access To Bottom Compartment

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.6 ACCESS TO BOTTOM COMPARTMENT To access the bottom part of the machine, follow the instructions below: 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Turn the machine onto its back. 3) Loosen the 8 fixing screws (Z2) and remove the bottom metal plate.

  • Page 91: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    Every fuse must be replaced with another one of the same value (in Amps) and type (rapid or delayed), as indicated in the manual. There are 9 fuses on the TRIAX PRO key-cutting machine. • 2 fuses:...
  • Page 92 Operating manual TRIAX PRO • 1 fuse F5: 1,6 Ampere ritardato (230V) 2 Ampere ritardati (100V) Protects the main electronic circuit board transformer. Situated in the bottom of the base. Fig. 42 • 2 fuses: F6, F7: 1 fuse: F6: 8 Amps delayed Protects motor power.

  • Page 93: Keypad/Display Replacement

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.9 KEYPAD/DISPLAY REPLACEMENT 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Loosen the 2 fixing screws (F1) and remove the display stand. 3) Detach the cable and earth wire from the keypad .

  • Page 94: Sensor Replacement

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.10 SENSOR REPLACEMENT 8.10.1 REPLACING SENSOR FOR LOWER AXIS (Y) 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Loosen the 2 fixing screws (F1) and remove the display stand (Fig. 44). 3) Detach the keypad cable and earth wire as shown in Fig. 46.

  • Page 95: Replacing Sensor For Vertical Axis (Z)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.10.2 REPLACING SENSOR FOR VERTICAL AXIS (Z) 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Gain access to the rear compartment (Ch.8.5). 3) If necessary, gain access to the top compartment (Ch.8.4).

  • Page 96: Replacing Sensor For Upper Axis (X)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.10.3 REPLACING SENSOR FOR UPPER AXIS (X) 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Raise the safety shield (V). 3) Disconnect the upper axis connection cable (H2) from the carriage. 4) Remove the upper axis carriage cover by loosening the 3 locking screws (H1) and pull out in the direction given.

  • Page 97: Photocell Replacement

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.11 PHOTOCELL REPLACEMENT 8.11.1 REPLACING PHOTOCELL FOR LOWER AXIS (Y) 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Gain access to the rear compartment (Ch.8.5). 3) Loosen the 2 photocell fixing screws (I1) and remove.

  • Page 98: Replacing Photocell For Upper Axis (X)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.11.2 REPLACING PHOTOCELL FOR UPPER AXIS (X) 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Disconnect the upper axis connection wire (H2) from the carriage. 3) Remove the upper axis carriage cover by loosening the 3 locking screws (H1) and pull out in the direction given.

  • Page 99: Replacing Photocell For Vertical Axis (Z)

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.11.3 REPLACING PHOTOCELL FOR VERTICAL AXIS (Z) 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Gain access to the rear compartment (Ch.8.5). 3) Loosen the two screws (J1) and remove the microswitch support plate.

  • Page 100: Electronic Circuit Board Replacement

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.12 ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD REPLACEMENT 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Gain access to the bottom compartment (Ch.8.6). 3) Disconnect all the wires from the circuit board. 4) Loosen the nuts (N1) and remove the circuit board.

  • Page 101: Checking And Regulating Safety Microswitches

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.14 CHECKING AND REGULATING SAFETY MICROSWITCHES 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Gain access to the rear compartment (Ch.8.5). 3) Check the wires connecting the two microswitches (J4). 4) Check that the “Digital Inlets-Cover Micro” test is successful.

  • Page 102: Safety Microswitch Replacement

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.15 SAFETY MICROSWITCH REPLACEMENT 1 ) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead. 2) Gain access to the rear compartment (Ch.8.5). 3) Loosen the two screws (J1) and remove the microswitch support plate (Fig. 62).

  • Page 103: Tracer Tower Microswitch Replacement

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 8.17 TRACER TOWER MICROSWITCH REPLACEMENT 1) Gain access to the top compartment (Ch.8.4) and lower the protective shield (V). 2) Loosen the two screws (L1) and remove the microswitch support plate. 3) Disconnect the two wires (L2) on the microswitch.

  • Page 104: Disposal

    Operating manual TRIAX PRO 9 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 105: After-Sales Service

    10 AFTER-SALES SERVICE Silca provides full service to purchasers of the TRIAX PRO machine. To ensure total safety for the operator and the machine, any operations not specified in this manual shall be carried out by the manufacturer or in the special Service Centres recommended by Silca.

  • Page 107: Electrical Diagrams

    Appendix / Allegato 1 TRIAX PRO ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS - SCHEMI ELETTRICI - ELEKTRISCHE SCHALTPLANE SCHEMAS ELECTRIQUE - ESQUEMAS ALAMBRICOS - ESQUEMAS ELÉCTRICOS ELEKTRISCHE TEKENINGEN Copyright Silca 2016...
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  • Page 113: Ce Declaration

    EN 60950-1 :2006 + A11 :2009 + A1 :2010 + A12 :2011 + A2 :2013 EN 62233: 2008 Standards Claudio Tomasella of the Silca S.p.A. Research & Development Division is authorized to create a Technical File. General Manager Basic Production Center...
  • Page 114 SILCA S.p.A. Via Podgora, 20 (Z.I.) 31029 VITTORIO VENETO (TV) Tel. 0438 9136 Fax 0438 913800 E-mail: silca@silca.it www.silca.biz Members of the Kaba Group...

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