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ETTING
TARTED
with Your VM Series Machining Center
704-0212-110
September 2012
Revision A

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  • Page 1 ETTING TARTED with Your VM Series Machining Center 704-0212-110 September 2012 Revision A...
  • Page 2 MS-DOS, Microsoft, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Many of the designations used by manufacturers and sellers to distinguish their products are claimed as trademarks. Hurco has listed here all trademarks of which it is aware. For more information about Hurco products and services, contact: Hurco Companies, Inc.

  • Page 3: Installation Checklist

    ......3 - 2 Attend a Hurco Training class for machine operators....3 - 3 ...
  • Page 4 704-0212-110 iv - Installation Checklist VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Getting Started with Your VM Machining Center Installation Checklist ......... Documentation Conventions .
  • Page 6 Record of Changes ..........Index .

  • Page 7: Documentation Conventions

    Icons This manual may contain the following icons: Caution/Warning The operator may be injured and the machine severely damaged if the described procedure is not followed. 704-0212-110 Documentation Conventions — vii VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 8 Click the icon to access the Table of Contents (TOC). You can also access many of the same TOC entries from the Adobe Reader bookmarks located on the left side of the PDF page. 704-0212-110 viii - Documentation Conventions VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 9: Site Preparation

    Tool Retention Knobs ........1 - 704-0212-110 Site Preparation 1-1 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 10: Preparing The Site

    Preparing the Site Prepare the site.  To avoid problems when the equipment arrives for installation, Hurco recommends the site be prepared. Specific site preparation information is provided in this manual. Review the following: • Capacity of the floor to support machine weight.

  • Page 11: Machine Weight

    6825 lb VM10P 7260 lb 6820 lb VM10U 7832 lb 7392 lb VM20 9700 lb 9039 lb VM30 10000 lb 9339 lb Table 1–2. VM Machine Shipping and Operating Weights, English 704-0212-110 Site Preparation 1-3 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 12: Machine Dimensions

    English measurements, and the illustrations as a guide for shipping, operating, and servicing dimensions. All dimensions are approximate. Figure 1–1. VM Machining Center—Front View Figure 1–2. VM Machining Center—Side View 704-0212-110 1 - 4 Site Preparation VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 13 90.5 in 96.8 in VM10U 77.2 in 90.5 in 101.4 in VM20 116.1 in 90.5 in 95.5 in VM30 116.1 in 90.5 in 96.5 in Table 1–4. VM Approximate Shipping Dimensions, English 704-0212-110 Site Preparation 1-5 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 14 79.6 in 103.3 in VM20 102.0 in 97.0 in 70.8 in 86.6 in VMx30 102.0 in 112.0 in 71.0 in 90.0 in Table 1–6. Operating Dimensions (Enclosure Doors Closed), English 704-0212-110 1 - 6 Site Preparation VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 15 118.0 in 103.0 in VM10U 118.0 in 105.0 in 120.0 in VM20 144.0 in 105.5 in VM30 158.0 in 109.0 in Table 1–8. VM Servicing Dimensions (Enclosure, Cabinet Doors Open), English 704-0212-110 Site Preparation 1-7 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 16: Electrical Service Requirements

    • Failure to provide the required power parameters may affect safety, machine performance, and the warranty. • A Hurco-certified Service Engineer must supervise final electrical connections to the machining center. Always disconnect machine power before working with electrical connections. Incoming Service KVA Requirements Full load KVA is provided in the Serial Identification Plate located on your machine.
  • Page 17 126A 398V Run an electrical power line of adequate length and gauge to the machine’s location to reach the connections in the power cabinet. Final connections must be supervised by a Hurco-certified Service Engineer. 704-0212-110 Site Preparation 1-9 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 18: Figure 1-3. Delta And Wye Transformer Configurations

     If a transformer is required and the machine was not equipped with one, the customer is responsible for providing a transformer. Contact your Hurco distributor for details. The transformer must meet Hurco’s machine-operating voltage requirements. Use one of the configurations shown in the figure below.

  • Page 19: Compressed Air Requirements

    Ensure operating temperature requirements are met.  Hurco machines that are not equipped with the air conditioning option may be operated in ambient temperatures up to 35ºC (95ºF), and in relative humidity (non-condensing) up to 95%. Set up the machine away from external heat sources, such as direct sunlight and heating vents.
  • Page 20 704-0212-110 1 - 12 Site Preparation VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 21: Machine Arrival

    Leveling the Machine ........2 - 704-0212-110 Machine Arrival 2-1 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 22: Inspecting For Damage Before Unloading

    Inspecting for Damage Before Unloading Inspect the machine for damage.  All Hurco equipment passes a quality control inspection before being shipped. However, damage may occur during shipment. Hurco strongly recommends that the machine equipment be inspected for damage before unloading.

  • Page 23: Unloading The Machine

    Unload the machine and position it as described below. If the recommended method is not workable, use a professional rigger who has experience moving machining centers. 704-0212-110 Machine Arrival 2-3 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 24: Figure 2-1. Forklift And Machine Positioning

    5. Verify that all equipment has arrived and is unloaded. 6. Use one of the procedures in the next section to lift the machine for final installation. 704-0212-110 2 - 4 Machine Arrival VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 25: Moving The Machine Into Final Position

    Service Engineer. Lifting the Machine VM series machines may be lifted using a forklift or an overhead crane or hoist. You may position the forklift at the front, rear, or tool changer side of the machine. Using Forklift at Front or ATC Side of a Machine The forklift must be rated to hold the machine’s weight.

  • Page 26: Figure 2-2. Lifting A Machine From Rear

    3. Feed each lifting bar under the machine and through the hole on the opposite side of the machine base. Some machines can also be lifted from the front using solid steel lifting bars. 704-0212-110 2 - 6 Machine Arrival VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 27: Figure 2-3. Lifting A Machine With A Crane

    Using a Crane to Lift a Machine A special lifting bracket is required when using a crane. This bracket may have been included during shipment. If not, contact your full service dealer or Hurco to obtain the lifting bracket. The crane or hoist must be rated to hold the machine weight.
  • Page 28 1. Adjust the leveling bolts to rough level the machine, with equal weight on all leveling bolts. 2. Once the machine is resting on all foot pads, remove the forklift (or crane). 704-0212-110 2 - 8 Machine Arrival VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 29: Spindle Chiller Location

    Do not incline, lay on its side, or turn the unit upside down. • Use a forklift, hoist, or freight elevator to move the unit. • Keep the cooler unit balanced. 704-0212-110 Machine Arrival 2-9 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 30: Figure 2-5. Moving Spindle Chiller With Forklift

    The inner angle of wires should be less than 45 ° Figure 2–6. Moving Spindle Chiller with Hoist • Do not remove the shipping support from beneath the Automatic Tool Changer or the machine head. 704-0212-110 2 - 10 Machine Arrival VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 31: Leveling The Machine

    Leveling the Machine Once the machine is rough leveled, contact your full service distributor or Hurco to have a Hurco-certified Service Engineer visit and finish the leveling. Place the flood coolant tank, tubing, and pump motor near the machine base for installation by a Hurco-certified Service Engineer.
  • Page 32 704-0212-110 2 - 12 Machine Arrival VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 33: Start-Up Preparation

    Programming Training........3 - 704-0212-110 Start-up Preparation 3-1 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 34: Pre-Installation Requirements

     After you have completed the following requirements, contact your full service distributor or Hurco’s customer service department. When you call, give the date that you completed pre-installation, and your machine serial number (stamped on the data plate attached to the electrical cabinet door).

  • Page 35: Service Visit

    Hurco offers hands-on training classes to demonstrate the powerful programming capabilities of its controls. Every customer will gain an advantage by attending training classes. For additional information, or to register for a Training class, contact your local Hurco office or distributor, or go to Hurco’s website at www.hurco.com. 704-0212-110...
  • Page 36 704-0212-110 3 - 4 Start-up Preparation VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 37: Machine And Software Options

    ® portions of the Windows operating system that are necessary to run Hurco CNCs. The operating system is XP Embedded, not the XP distributed on general purpose PCs. Therefore, customers are not permitted to install software on the WinMax controller.

  • Page 38: 3D Mold

    Helical Plunge option, the tool rotates around the cut and moves down the Z-axis. The cutting tool is continuously cutting deeper and enters and exits the machined part only once. 704-0212-110 4 - 2 Machine and Software Options VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 39: Industry Standard Nc

    Optimize offline-generated part accuracy and finish at the machine without having to regenerate the program offline. • Process 1,100 blocks per second with the standard Hurco control. But with the SelectSurface Finish Quality option, 2,277 blocks per second can be processed.

  • Page 40: Nc Productivity Package

    Rotary axis tables with a Tilt feature may also be installed on some Hurco machining centers. The rotary/tilt feature helps maintain accuracy and uniformity when drilling angle holes around a cylinder. It is also effective for tall work pieces.

  • Page 41: Swept Surface

    TCP/IP and FTP protocols. With UltiMonitor, 10 megabyte files can be transferred in less than 40 seconds. UltiMonitor also includes Extended Shop Floor (ESF) for remote machine monitoring and communication. 704-0212-110 Machine and Software Options 4-5 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

  • Page 42: Ultimotion

    UltiMotion Hurco’s UltiMotion system provides these benefits: • Improved Surface Quality • Higher Throughput • Rapid Corner • Broader Performance range for Surface Finish Quality • Higher Quality RIgid and Regular Tapping • Smoother Motion resulting in Longer Machine Life •...

  • Page 43: Record Of Changes

    ECORD OF HANGES 704-0212-110, VM Series Getting Started, September 2012, ECN 17365 Revised by: K.Gross Approved by: D. Skrzypczak, September 2012 Changes Revised with updated logo and Hurco Brand Standards. 704-0212-109, VM Series Getting Started, February 2012, ECN 17280 Revised by: K.Gross Approved by: P.Baechle, J.Bryan, J.Higgason, W.Kline, D.
  • Page 44 704-0212-108, VM Series Getting Started, November 2010, ECN 17135 Revised by: K.Gross Approved by: D. Skrzypczak, November 2010 Changes • Content update for Spindle Chiller. 704-0212-107, VM Series Getting Started, March 2009, ECN 16535 Revised by: K.Gross Approved by: P. Baechle, D. Skrzypczak, March 2009 Changes •...
  • Page 45 704-0212-105, VM Series Getting Started, January 2008, ECN 16292 Revised by: K.Gross Approved by: P. Baechle, D. Ornelas, D. Skrzypczak, December 2007 Changes • Added information for VM1P machine, per technical specification 757- 4002-497, Rev B. • Updated information for VM1, VM2, and VM3 machines, per technical specifications: VM1—757-4002-425, Rev C...
  • Page 46 704-0212-103, VM Series Getting Started, 6/29/05, ECN 15925 Revised by: L. Hart Approved by: P. Baechle, D. Ornelas, D. Skrzypczak, July 2005 Changes • Updated VM1 and VM2 information per technical specifications: VM1—757-4002-313, Rev C VM2—757-4002-338 Rev C • Added VM3 and VM1G information per technical specifications: VM3—757-4002-357, Rev B...

  • Page 47: Index

    1 - 2 DXF option 4 - 2 isolation transformer recommended configuration 1 - 10 electrical codes 1 - 8 hookup 1 - 8 requirements connecting 1 - 8 transformer 1 - 10 704-0212-110 Index — 1 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 48 4 - 4 moving the machine into final position 2 - 5 Rotary Option 4 - 4 NC Conversational Merge option 4 - 3 NC Productivity Package option 4 - 4 704-0212-110 2 - Index VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 49 UltiMotion option 4 - 6 UltiPocket Option 4 - 6 unloading machine 2 - 3 from pallet 2 - 8 unpacking machine equipment 2 - 4 voltage input 1 - 10 704-0212-110 Index — 3 VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...
  • Page 50 704-0212-110 4 - Index VM Series Machining CenterGetting Started...

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