Machine Regulation; Machine Keypad And Functions Of Keys - Silca Quattrocode Operating Manual

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MACHINE REGULATION

4.1

Machine keypad and functions of keys

Fig. 11
The keypad incorporated in the Quattrocode, illustrated in fig. 11, enables the operator to use the
machine rapidly and easily once the work program has been transmitted by the PC.
Only the keys necessary for the cycle in progress (except the STOP button, which is always active)
are constantly enabled, e.g. when the cutting tool is being changed only the keys for releasing and
locking the spindle and the START button are active; all the other keys are excluded, even if
pressed.
striking this key starts the machine TEST function (indicated by the illumination of the red
TEST
led in the corner of the key).
F5 F6
spindle release (active only when the tool change message is screened).
spindle lock (active only when the tool change message is screened).
enables forward scrolling on the display of the key queue transmitted by the PC.
enables backward scrolling on the display of the key queue transmitted by the PC.
- during the TEST moves the step motors in one direction
- during work operations starts scrolling of the writing on the display (if it comprises more
than the 12 characters shown)
- during the TEST moves the step motors in the other direction
- during work operations stops scrolling of the writing on the display.
START
STOP
switches the lamp on or off.
16
keys reserved for future functions.
F7 F8
a) starts the cutting operation (by code) on the key selected from those on the
display.
b) re-starts the cutting operation after interruption to change the cutting tool or turn
the key.
c) starts the cutting tool TEST function.
Acts as function key to enable an operation transmitted by the PC or the machine
The START button has a green led which illuminates to indicate work in progress.
stops the operation in progress at any given moment, returning the axes to the idle
position.
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QUATTROCODE