6.7 Switching off the machine 4.7.1 Linear axes 7 Maintenance 4.7.2 Rotary axes 4.8 Location of the identification plate and serial number 12 7.1 Basic maintenance 4.9 Technical data 7.2 Preventive maintenance 7.3 Maintenance section Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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8.2.3 How to proceed in the event of a tool breakage 8.2.4 How to proceed in the event of a power failure 8.3 Emergency opening of the working chamber door 8.4 Removing broken tools from the collet chuck Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Calls to action 1.4 Copyright Single or general calls to action Distribution or duplication of all content is only 1. Numbered action step allowed by written consent of vhf camfacture AG. This includes reproduction by presentation and broad- Result casting. Other symbols...
Do not touch the machine and especially the by a persons trained in cables with wet or damp hands. dentistry Do not place any liquid containers on the machine. Use machine / DENTALCNC Instructed persons for cleaning and maintenance Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Damage caused by unsuitable tools Danger of cutting and burning Recommendation: Only use original tools from vhf. Always wear gloves when performing manual work Use tools only within the maximum tool life shown on the machine or with blanks / tools.
Machine damage due to incompatibility, malfunctions and/or incorrect operation of the software Always use the latest version of the program that your machine supports according to vhf. Ensure that your CAM computer meets all system requirements. Before installing or operating the machine, read the documentation for the applications.
3. Protect the packaging against slipping. If machines are properly packed and protected against slip- ping, they may be stacked. 3.5 Putting the machine back into operation after storage Follow the instructions for initial start-up. Commissioning – on page 21 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
4.7.1 Linear axes The spindle moves along these axes. . 7 S ERIAL NUMBER ON THE IDENTIFICATION PLATE MARKED ORANGE 4.7.2 Rotary axes The blank holder rotates about these axes. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Dust free, pollution degree 2 Spindle Unit Value Model SFE 300E (synchronous) Maximum rotational speed 60,000 Nominal power under continuous operation (S1) Nominal power under unin- terrupted periodic operation (S6) Peak power (P Diameter collet chuck Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
1 x Upper and lower padding 3 x Working chamber door stopper 1 x Transport protection cover 1 x Housing protection cover 1. 1 x Machine E5 2. 1 x Ethernet network cable 3. 1 x Power cable 4. 1 x Torque screwdriver 1.5 Nm with bit TX20 5.
Power connection Suction hose Data cable of supported . 9 D IRECT CONNECTION DIAGRAM suction units (optional) Ethernet network cable 5.2.2 Connecting the CAM computer You connect the CAM computer via Ethernet network cable. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
1. Read the documentation for the suction unit. Follow the operating and safety instructions at any time. 2. Check if the connection of the suction hose has an outer diameter of 45 mm. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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The suction hose is firmly attached to the hose connection. 5. Insert the hose connection into the opening for the air extraction system of the machine. Ensure it is firmly connected. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
(IEC 62040-3, Class 1) if there are regular power fail- ures or frequent mains voltage fluctuations. 3. Insert the plug of the cable into a socket that is pro- tected by a Residual Current Device / Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. . 18 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
3. Approve the device driver installation. During the installation, CNC-Interface-Proxy will . 22 be installed. CNC-Interface-Proxy establishes the connection between the machine and 6. The CNC-Interface-Proxy window displays. DENTALCNC. The following window shows the installation status: Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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EN 22 Installation <machine model>ID<serial number>(<IP address>) Example: FOX-I E5ID300000000 (10.0.21.33) E5 is the machine model 300000000 is the serial number 10.0.21.33 is the IP address . 23 7. If you want to change the language, do the following: a. Select the following icon on the right side of the window’s title bar:...
4. Remove the spindle lock from the blank holder. application. Checking the connection and changing the connection settings 1. Open the task bar info area by clicking the up arrow (highlighted in orange) on the right side of your Windows task bar. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
EN 24 Installation . 30 . 31 5.3.4 Warming the spindle Use the warm-up process in DENTALCNC. The DENTALCAM & DENTALCNC user Information provides instructions on how to do this. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
1. Start the machine. DENTALCNC displays that there is a tool in the col- let chuck. 2. Open the working chamber door. 3. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 4. Hold the tool in the collet chuck in place. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
. 38 M ULTILAYER BLANK b. If the disc was already machined, ensure that: The original front faces towards the front. If the disc has been marked for safer remounting via DENTALCNC, ensure Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
7. Tighten the fixing screws with the supplied torque screwdriver (1.5 Nm). . 42 6.3.1 Removing discs 1. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 2. Open the working chamber door. 3. Loosen the 2 fixing screws without removing them. . 43 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
3. Loosen the fixing screw at the desired position with the torque screwdriver supplied. 4. If the block is multilayered, align the blank so that the top layer of color is on top. . 46 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
1. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 2. Open the working chamber door. 3. Loosen the 2 fixing screws on the blank holder without unscrewing them. 4. Remove the block holder from the blank holder. . 50 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
6.4.4 Removing the blocks from the block holder 1. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 2. Use the provided torque wrench to loosen the fixing screw at the desired position. 3. Remove the block from its holder. . 55 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
You use tools which do not fit into the tool magazine. Manual tool change properties During the application, you manually insert the tools into the spindle’s collet chuck at the request of DENTALCNC. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
AirTool DENTALCNC. Insert the required AirTool into position E1. Slide it in until the propeller engages the tool magazine insert. DENTALCNC shows the tool match code with the suffix -T in position E1. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
. 63 E MPTY DMINISTRATED OARD . 62 6.5.4 Adding backup tools If the tool life of a tool expires during machining, DENTALCNC can automatically load a backup tool from the tool magazine to continue machining. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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EN 36 Operating the machine . 64 E DENTALCNC MPTY VIRTUAL DMINISTRATED OARD IN . 65 F ILLED DMINISTRATED OARD Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
2. Recommendation: Leave the blank in the holder. Continuing the machining process 1. Close the working chamber door. 2. DENTALCNC: Confirm the current message. 6.6.3 Aborting machining 1. DENTALCNC: Select the depicted icon. 2. Confirm the current message. The following happens: Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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. 66 8. Confirm the current message. The collet chuck opens. 9. Remove the tool from the collet chuck. . 67 10. Close the working chamber door. 11. Confirm the current message. The following happens: Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
3. Exit DENTALCNC. 4. ⚠ DANGER! Switch off the machine at the main power switch. 5. (Optional) Unplug the power cable. 6. (Optional) Switch off the main power switch of your workstation / facility. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
When your machine is delivered or installed, ask the service technician for contact details for the cus- tomer service team. We also recommend schedul- ing the first preventive maintenance appointment Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Every 2 years 2000 operating hours 7.6.4 When necessary Action Recommended interval Procedure / Tools Updating the software and firmware When an update is available Updating the software and firmware – on page 96 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Exchanging the A-B axis module the A-B axis module cover caps – on page 87 Cover cap for opening the If defective emergency release Emergency opening of the working chamber door – on page 99 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Exchanging the spindle unit – on page 66 Transport package If defective Transport securing set If defective These are recommendation guidelines. Depending on the processing material and how well the machine is cleaned, these values may differ. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
1 x Suction unit with category M filter . 71 . 68 1 x Damp brush . 72 . 69 8. If necessary, perform the weekly cleaning. 9. Close the working chamber door. 2. Close the working chamber door. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Clean the surface with a dry microfiber cloth. Be careful not to detach the symbol stickers. The adhesive foil is especially sensitive to fric- tion and harsh cleaning agents. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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10. Open the Maintenance section window with the fol- lowing icon in the main icon bar: 11. Select the icon shown for the Weekly machine cleaning entry. . 77 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
The spindle moves into the position for collet chuck removal. 4. Open the working chamber door. 5. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
. 86 collet chuck with a clean and dry cloth. 7.9.4 Inserting the collet chuck 1. Insert the collet chuck into the spindle. Screw in the collet chuck by twisting it clockwise with your Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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. 88 c. Turn the knurled nut clockwise until the collet chuck fits tightly in the spindle. . 89 3. Store the spindle service set in a safe place. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Different clamping devices are available for different blank sizes. 10. Insert the 2 fixing screws into the screw holes. 1. Have ready: 2 x Spare clamping device . 91 S – TANDARD CLAMPING DEVICE OTHER DESIGNS POSSIBLE . 94 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
5. Open the working chamber door. chamber. 6. Switch off the machine at the main power switch. 7. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 8. Gently turn the blank holder 180° upwards. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Tighten the right screw. 16. Check that the blank holder engages the contact surfaces of the support on the right side. c. Tighten the left screw. 15. Gently turn the blank holder 180° down. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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20. Start DENTALCNC. . 107 . 108 . 109 17. If this is not the case, realign the blank holder: a. Gently turn the blank holder 180°. b. Loosen the 2 screws without unscrewing them. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
5. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 6. NOTICE! Remove all tools from the tool magazine and remove the AirTool from the insert E1. . 112 7. Remove the screw on the right side of the AirTool insert E1. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Ensure that the top of the insert is flush with the surface of the holder. 12. Insert the holder into the opening and screw it down. . 117 . 120 . 118 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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. 125 . 123 14. Turn the A-B axis module clockwise by 35 °. 15. Unscrew the 2 screws on the tool magazine insert holder on the lower left side of the A-B axis module. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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The tool magazine insert slides out of the opening into your hand. . 129 . 127 . 130 19. Align the holder so that the screw holes are located at the front edge of the opening. Insert the holder into the opening. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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21. Close the working chamber door. 22. Start DENTALCNC. 1. Open the Maintenance section window with the fol- lowing icon in the main icon bar: 23. Select the following icon of the Exchange tool magazine inserts entry: Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
7. Use the TX25 angle screwdriver and loosen the 6 screws (marked orange) that secure the mounting washer to the bellow. 1 x Torque screwdriver 1.5 Nm with TX20 8. Pull the mounting washer downwards from the bellow. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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1. Mounting washer 2. Bellow . 141 . 139 . 142 S PINDLE SHOWN IN HIGHER POSITION FOR CLARITY . 140 9. Using the TX10 angle screwdriver, loosen the 3 screws securing the bellow. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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X and Y directions. To loosen the middle left screw (marked green), it must be in the recess. . 146 E NDS OF THE TWO PART FRAME MARKED IN ORANGE Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Exchanging the spindle unit – on page 66 19. Install the upper safety cover and service cover. 20. Open the working chamber door using the emer- gency release. Emergency opening of the working chamber door – on page 99 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Screw in all screws first without tightening them. This allows you to correct the position of the bellow. c. When you have properly screwed in all the screws, tighten them. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Screw in all screws first without tightening located on the corresponding screw holes in them. This allows you to correct the position the bellow. of the mounting washer. c. When you have properly screwed in all the screws, tighten them. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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In case of errors, contact customer service. 30. Open the Maintenance section window with the fol- lowing icon in the main icon bar: 31. Select the following icon of the entry Exchange bellow: . 159 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
6. Remove the top service cover: a. Grasp the recess on the left and right sides of 1. Have ready: the cover. 1 x Spare spindle SFE 300E b. Lift the cover out of the tabs. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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7. Use the 1.5 Nm torque screwdriver to unscrew the 4 screws that secure the safety cover. 8. Remove the safety cover. . 165 . 167 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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. 169 . 168 12. Loosen the fixing screw with the torque screw- driver. Do not unscrew the screw completely. 13. Remove the spindle by pulling it upward out of the spindle holder. . 170 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
16. Rotate the spindle so that the positioning pin aper- Once you have pushed the spindle down suffi- ture (marked orange) is in the front left. ciently, you will see the green ring on the spindle height indicator. . 171 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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19. Plug the spindle cable into the spindle connector. 20. Tighten the spindle cable by manually turning the knurled nut clockwise. 21. Insert the collet chuck release unit cable into the corresponding connector in the machine. . 173 . 176 . 174 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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4 screw holes in the machine housing. 23. Secure the safety cover to the machine housing using the 1.5 Nm torque screwdriver. . 179 . 177 . 180 . 181 . 178 24. Attach the top service cover: Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
This can be important for deciding warranty claims. 26. If you have loosened the screws securing the mounting washer to the bellow, do the following: a. Open the working chamber door. b. Tighten the screws. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Exchange the locking bolt if required. Exchanging the system module locking bolt – on page 76 1. Contact customer service. Customer Service prepares the system module exchange. 2. Have ready: 1 x Spare system module Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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9. Slide the spare system module with the connector on the right rear side into the system module shaft. Insert the base plate of the system module into the left and right guide rails. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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. 196 12. Connect the Ethernet and power cables. 13. Switch on the machine at the main power switch. 14. Start DENTALCNC 15. Contact customer service. Customer Service sets up the system module. . 194 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Exchanging the system module – on page 73 3. Loosen the nut with the wrench. . 199 4. Remove the locking bolt. 5. Insert the spare locking bolt into the opening and tighten it with the nut. . 200 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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EN 77 Maintenance . 201 6. Install the system module and the lower service cover. Exchanging the system module – on page 73 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
7. Plug the replacement guard onto the measuring key pin. Make sure that the underside of the cap engages evenly at all points. 8. Replace the fixing ring by manually turning it in the clockwise direction. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
. 214 8. Gently pull the measuring key up a little. Pay atten- tion to the plugged-in measuring key cable. 10. Remove the measuring key with its cable from the working chamber. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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14. Use the TX10 angle screwdriver to tighten the spare measuring key with the 2 screws. . 217 15. Close the working chamber door. 16. Start DENTALCNC. 17. Switch on the machine at the main power switch. . 215 . 216 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
2. Separate the 2 components of the replace- ment latch: Pull the plug (right) out of the socket (left). . 223 3. Replace the sockets on the damaged fuser latches on the safety cover: Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Screw on the spare sockets and clamping blocks in the same position. If necessary, use spare clamping blocks. . 224 . 225 4. Install the upper service cover and safety cover. Exchanging the spindle unit – on page 66 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Pull the plug (right) out of the socket (left). . 231 3. Replace the sockets on the damaged fuser latches on the machine housing: a. Loosen the 2 screws and remove the jacks and clamping blocks. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Screw on the spare sockets and clamping blocks in the same position. If necessary, use spare clamping blocks. . 232 . 233 4. Install the lower service cover. Exchanging the system module – on page 73 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
4. Clean the surface on which the gasket is located with the cloth. . 237 . 234 G ASKET OF THE WORKING CHAMBER DOOR MARKED ORANGE 1. Have ready: . 238 1 x Spare gasket . 235 1 x Cleaning cloth . 239 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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. 242 6. Check whether the working chamber door opens and closes correctly and whether the working chamber door lies flat. 7. If this is not the case, adjust the placement of the gasket. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
3. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 4. Pull the 4 cover caps (marked orange) off the 4 fixing screws on the A-B axis module. 5. Plug the spare caps onto the fixing screws. . 245 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
4 screw holes on the rear of the working door to the working chamber door bracket. chamber door (marked orange) align with the 4 4. Remove the working chamber door. screw holes in the working chamber door bracket (marked green). Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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4 self-tapping screws (marked orange). 7. Test if the working chamber door opens and closes . 257 properly. If not, loosen the 4 screws and correct the position of the working chamber door. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
A-B axis module. b. Pull the cable down. 1 x Spare A-B axis module . 260 1 x Drill bit for tool positions (2.8 mm) . 263 . 261 1 x Calibration set . 264 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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11. Grasp the A-B axis module with both hands and the driveshaft (marked orange) into the opening at pull it forwards off the driveshaft. Remove the A-B the rear of the A-B axis module (marked green). axis module from the working chamber. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Close the screw cap. . 273 13. Use the torque screwdriver (5.0 Nm with TX25 bit) and tighten the A-B axis module crosswise with the 4 washers (marked orange) and the 4 fixing screws. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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22. Calibrate the machine with automatic tool change: a. In the Machine data view in DENTALCNC, turn on the manual tool change for the T17 posi- tion. b. Insert the calibration tool into AirTool insert c. Calibrate the machine with DENTALCNC. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
5. If you do not have a replacement fuse ready, take the replacement fuse from the right side of the fuse cover and put it into the left side of the fuse cover. 6. Remount the fuse cover. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
If they are out of tolerance, continue with calibrating the machine. 3. Manufacture and measure a calibration specimen and enter the measuring values into DENTALCNC Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
The firmware is the internal control software of your machine. New versions may introduce new functions and improve existing ones. New firmware versions come as part of new versions of DENTALCNC. For more information, see the DENTALCAM & DENTALCNC user information. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
8.2.4 How to proceed in the event of a 1. Record the error message and error code that is dis- played. pow er failure Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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After a short power failure, restart the machine and the CAM computer. If you need to access the working chamber in case of a longer power failure, perform an emergency opening of the working chamber door. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
. 284 5. Open the working chamber door. 6. Let go of the ring. 7. ⚠ CAUTION! Wear gloves. 8. Carry out your work in the working chamber. 9. Close the working chamber door. Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
/ or external devices. If necessary, have the machine disposed of by an approved disposal company. 9.3 Dismantling, transport and packaging Transportation and storage ( page 9 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
Emergency opening ..99 Calibrating the axes ..95 Cleaning the working chamber ..44 Working chamber door ..11 Exchanging the main fuse ..94 Exchanging the tool magazine inserts ..54 General information ..40 Original Operating Instructions: E5 Version: 4/27/2023...
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Original EC Declaration of Conformity according to EC directive for machinery 2006/42/EC Annex II A vhf camfacture AG Lettenstraße 10 72119 Ammerbuch Germany hereby declare expressly that the Machine: CNC milling machine Type: Serial No.: E5ID300000000 – E5ID399999999 fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following directives:...
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Original Declaration of Conformity according to Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 vhf camfacture AG Lettenstraße 10 72119 Ammerbuch Germany hereby declare expressly that the Machine: CNC milling machine Type: Serial No.: E5ID300000000 – E5ID399999999 fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following directives:...
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