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Original Instructions OPERATOR'S MANUAL Version 0624A...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION: PLEASE READ FIRST SAFETY 1.1 Intended Use 1.2 Machine Standards 1.2.1 American National Safety Institute (ANSI) 1.2.2 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 1.3 Safety Overview 1.3.1 Safety Messages Personal Injury Property Damage 1.3.2 Safety Decals On the Electrical Cabinet Door Next to the Main Disconnect On the Spindle Head...
SAFETY IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the standards and safety precautions associated with this machine. Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section. Safe operation of the machine depends on its proper use and the precautions you take. Only trained personnel —...
Do not remove any safety decals. If any safety machine. decals become worn or damaged, contact Tormach Technical Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and Support for guidance on receiving replacement decals.
ABOUT YOUR MACHINE IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About this machine's specifications. CONTENTS 2.1 Performance Expectations 2.2 Machine Specifications...
SITE REQUIREMENTS IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the site requirements of this machine (including electrical and power requirements). Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section. CONTENTS 3.1 General Site and Space Requirements 3.2 Electrical and Power Requirements...
INSTALLATION IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the installation process required for this machine. Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section. CONTENTS 4.1 Before You Begin 4.2 Move the Pallet 4.3 Unpack the Machine Crate 4.4 Lift and Move the Machine 4.5 Level the Machine 4.6 Install the Stand End Panel...
Carpenter's level Dead-blow hammer (or similar) 4.1.1 Packing List Distilled water The following items are included with your 24R (PN 39532): Drill 24R Machine Owner's Kit (PN 39534) Ladder (optional) CW3000 Chiller (PN 35161) Metric hex wrench set (provided in the tool bag) Chiller Alarm Cable (PN 50381)
4: INSTALLATION 4.3 Unpack the Machine Crate The Tormach tool bag contains the following tools and 4.3 UNPACK THE MACHINE CRATE items: Tools and Items Required 6 mm Vacuum Gasket (PN 50362), 6 m Pallet jack 18 mm - 21 mm Wrench (PN 50358)
4.11.4 Install the New Spindle (ISO20) Before You Begin: A Note About Spindle Heights You can adjust the installation height on the 24R spindle to fit your project. For example, you can install it lower to be able to machine thin parts with short tools or you can raise the spindle up to give yourself more clearance for thicker parts and long tooling.
Figure 4-98: Wire U and wire V on the VFD. 4.11.17 Align the ATC Rack Before using the 24R ATC for the first time, you must set the tool change positions for tool pockets A and J to align the ATC rack to the machine's reference position.
SYSTEM BASICS IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the main components of the machine and how it moves. Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section. CONTENTS 5.1 System Reference 5.2 Basic Controls Reference 5.3 Connectors Reference...
PATHPILOT INTERFACE OVERVIEW IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: How PathPilot is organized, and where you can access each tool or feature. CONTENTS 6.1 About PathPilot 6.2 Notebook Section 6.3 Persistent Controls 6.4 Keyboard Shortcuts 6.5 Manage PathPilot Versions...
PATHPILOT TOOLS AND FEATURES IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: How to use PathPilot, depending on the activity that you want to do. CONTENTS 7.1 Create and Load G-Code Files 7.2 Machine Settings and Accessories 7.3 Set Up G-Code Programs 7.4 Run G-Code Programs 7.5 Control G-Code Programs 7.6 System File Management...
7.2.11 Use a USB Camera to verify the memory size of a controller. You can purchase a Tormach USB Camera (PN 51240) with a After plugging in the USB camera, navigate to the camera metal case, mounting bracket, and 15-foot USB cable. Other settings.
(0) RPM lollypop, associated Automatically Generate Tool Descriptions flycut, with it. If you're using a Tormach tool, you can enter the part number shearhog, to automatically generate tool descriptions in the Tool Table drag, saw, window. indexable flutes A number...
BASIC OPERATIONS IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the basic operations required for most projects, organized as a suggested project workflow. CONTENTS 8.1 Start the Machine 8.2 Reference the Machine 8.3 Jog the Machine 8.4 Manually Control the Spindle 8.5 Load G-Code 8.6 Install a Tool in an ER Collet Spindle 8.7 Set Tool Length Offsets 8.8 Set Work Offsets...
PROGRAMMING IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the languages that are understood and interpreted by PathPilot. CONTENTS 9.1 Programming Overview 9.2 Programming G-Code 9.3 Programming Canned Cycles 9.4 Programming M-Code 9.5 Programming Input Codes 9.6 Advanced Programming...
MACHINE MAINTENANCE IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About the required maintenance procedures that you must do so that this machine operates as designed. Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section. CONTENTS 10.1 Machine Safety 10.2 Maintenance Schedules 10.3 Regularly Maintaining the Machine...
For information, see "Diagrams and Parts Lists" (page 235). For any additional support, we can help. Create a 10.2.5 Semi-Annually support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at Lubricate the linear blocks. tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on Lubricate the axis motor couplers with synthetic silicone how to proceed.
TROUBLESHOOTING IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About common causes of failure in this machine, and our recommendations for diagnosing and correcting them. WARNING! Electrocution Hazard - Electrical Cabinet: Do not make or disconnect connections under power. Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section. CONTENTS 11.1 Troubleshooting Safety 11.2 Getting Help...
2. From the PathPilot controller, on the Status tab, select Log Data. PathPilot creates a file called logdata_[TODAY'S-DATE].zip, and saves it on your USB drive. 3. Remove the USB drive from the controller. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit- a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed.
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For information, see "Getting Help" Restart the controller and send the log file (from the logfiles directory) to (page 211). Tormach Technical Support. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed. Cause: The axes drivers have the wrong DIP switch settings.
DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN: About this machine’s components. NOTICE! Only use Tormach-approved parts when making replacements. If you don't replace parts with those listed in this section, you may void your warranty. CONTENTS 12.1 Machine Overview 12.2 Base...
2.25 in. - 3 in. from center to edge of vacuum table. Print page at 1:1 scale, Cut out circle and use as a template to layout ETS placement. 1 in. 1 in. Measure the square (above) to confirm that this drawing is printed to scale.
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