MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V SUMMARY PREFACE ................................1 TO ENSURE PROPER AND SAFE USE ........................1 CONVENTIONS USE IN THIS MANUAL ......................... 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (NOTE) ..........................1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (DANGER) ........................2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CAUTION) ........................3 CEE REGULATION ..............................3 NOTE ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..........................
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MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V ON BOARD CONTROL PANEL COMMAND ......................24 PREPARING FOR USE ............................26 6.2.1 POSITIONING THE PROTECTIVE POROUS WORKTABLE BOARD ..............27 6.2.2 TANGENTIAL TOOL PREPARATION ......................28 6.2.3 OSCILLATING CUTTING TOOL PREPARATION (OPTIONAL) ................ 29 6.2.4 X TYPE OSCILLATING TOOL PREPARATION (OPTIONAL) ................
PREFACE Thank you for choosing the Maximus. This machine uses stepping motors to achieve highspeed and high precision cutting. In addition to cutting various media, it can also be used as a pen plotter as well as an effective tool for the cutting and creasing of cardboard.
After confirming that smoke is no longer being emitted, contact your sales representative or nearest Valiani vendor for repairs. Never attempt to perform repairs yourself. Repair work by inexperienced personnel is extremely dangerous.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CAUTION) Caution Do not use or store the machine in a location exposed to direct sunlight or the direct draft of an air conditioner or heater. Such locations may impair the performance of the cutting plotter.
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USB cables so as not to lose data signal strength between the computer and the machine. WARRANTY CONDITIONS Valiani guarantees that it’s products are soundly made and are free of manufacturing defects. For guarantee details please refer to the specific guarantee document supplied with this manual. GENERAL INFORMATION Carefully following the assembly, usage and maintenance standards described in this manual will ensure lasting performance and protect your investment.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V WARNINGS LABELS PRESENT ON THE MACHINE The machine is fitted with various labels to show either data or safety concern areas for the operator. Referring to the photograph below these are: Figure 2-1...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V DETAILS OF THE VARIOUS LABELS LABEL 1: Plate showing: manufacturer data, model, year, serial number, weight, electrical and pneumatic information of the machine. LABEL 2: Adhesive label: detailing the dangers of working with electrical equipment. LABEL 3:...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V SAFETY EQUIPMENT FITTED TO THE MACHINE The machine is equipped with various safety devices and an emergency stop button, to the drivetrain, that protects the operator from possible injury resulting from contact with moving parts. Two types of safety protection are provided: •...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V OPERATOR SAFETY MEASURES According to the type of work conducted with the machine some maintenance work will require the operator to wear gloves and safety glasses. While servicing the machine, it is recommended to use personal protective equipment: •...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V INTRODUCTION The Maximus / Maximus V flatbed cutting machine, with its high precision and robust mechanics, is the answer for all applications in framing industries. It’s the ideal solution for short/medium runs and with the interchangeable cutting heads allows an unprecedented level of choice in cutting and of shapes.
(25° Angle) Note: For any particular need, other blades might be available. Please contact your local Valiani dealer, or the manufacturer for further information. Black - Oscillating Cutting Knife (Optional):...
Soft rubbers up to 12 mm thick. 002733 T21 Blade – Double Edge HD Blade Note: For any special need, other blades might be available. Please contact your local Valiani dealer, or the manufacturer for further information. INTERCHANGEABLE CUTTING HEADS (OPTIONAL)
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C - 90° head (grey) for straight cut: This cutting head has been specifically designed for the vacuum table series of machines and benefits from Valiani’s vast experience in the CMC machinery market. Thanks to a wide Teflon foot it guarantees a wider cutting footprint and superior accuracy, especially on thick and hard materials (max 5mm –...
MATSTYLUS DELUXE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION (OPTIONAL) The MatStylus Deluxe is a tool for writing and drawing using a Valiani machine. This tool is supplied with adaptors, consisting of two interchangeable elements of different dimensions capable of holding different pens or pencils. Upon request a holder for plotter pens can also be supplied.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V TECHNICAL DATA Maximus Maximus Maximus Maximus Maximus Maximus Maximus MODEL V 80 V 160 V 250 V 265 Max cutting 2650x1520 850 x 1210 (33.4” x 47.6”) 1620x1210 (63.7 x 47.6”) 2500x1220 (98.42” x 48.03) area (104.33”x 59.84”)
IMPROPER USE OF THE MACHINE Maximus is not suitable for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX) Maximus cannot be used for processing materials other than those indicated in paragraph 3.7. In particular, materials such as: • Glass fiber •...
Figure 4-1 Check that the machine has not been damaged while being transported. If there are signs of damage inform the shipping company and Valiani s.r.l. immediately and, if possible, take photographs of the damaged packaging. DANGER! Do not attempt to unload or move the machine carton manually.
The machine is shipped pre-assembled. The carton includes one (1) boxes with accessories. Check the integrity of the components and their numbers. Should there be any damaged or missing parts, please notify both the forwarding company that made the delivery and Valiani immediately.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V INSTALLATION AREA AND OPERATOR ZONE While choosing the area to be used for the installation of the machine, it will be necessary to consider the overall dimensions of the machine (see paragraph 14), the positioning of the various accessories for its use and the...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V PNEUMATIC CONNECTION Attention: it is a mandatory requirement that the pneumatic system to which the machine is connected, is equipped with a tap to shut off the air compressed and provided with a pneumatic circuit drain.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V ELECTRICAL AND USB CONNECTION Attention: it is mandatory that the electrical system to which the machine is connected is equipped with a differential switch. NOTE! DO NOT CONNECT THE USB CABLE BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE. Place the Personal Computer (not supplied) on a workstation or on a flat surface near the machine. Ensure that there are no obstacles next to the machine that would impair the movement of the machine or the operator using it.
• The vacuum pump start selector (2) (only Maximus V model) The EMERGENCY button should be used to stop the machine immediately if there is any danger to the operator or risk to the machine itself. It cuts power to all the axes cards. This button has a mechanical stop to prevent the operator accidentally pressing it again.
• Manual Valves Selectors for vacuum zones (D,M,O): (D) for first zone sectors 1,2,3 Maximus V 80 (and 4 for Maximus V 160/250/265) (M) for second zone sectors 1,2,3,4 (only Maximus V 250/265) (O) for third zone sectors 1,2,3,4 (only Maximus V 265) •...
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MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V TABLE SUCTION ZONE ON/OFF TABLE SUCTION ZONE ON/OFF F E I FIRST TABLE SUCTION ZONE SECOND TABLE SUCTION ZONE ON/OFF ON/OFF B A F FIRST TABLE SUCTION ZONE SECOND TABLE SUCTION ZONE THIRD TABLE SUCTION ZONE...
• Place the material to be processed over the slip sheet. • Depending on the machine model (Maximus or Maximus V) and the way you would like to clamp the material follow the below instructions: Vaccuum Table (only Maximus V) •...
Release the emergency stop button and press Power On button to engage the machine. • Open the V-Studio software so that the machine automatically raises the clamps. • Position the special Valiani porous board (1) under the clamps (2). Figure 6-5...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 6.2.2 TANGENTIAL TOOL PREPARATION DANGER: Use protective gloves is strongly recommended, be very careful as the pressure of the moving part (2) could cause the blade exit. To mount or replace the blade holder, proceed as follows: Note: Depending on the blades being used for the desired processes, the relative dedicated blade holder must be mounted (blade holder for L100 / L1W blades or blade holder for flat blades T16 / 17).
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 6.2.3 OSCILLATING CUTTING TOOL PREPARATION (OPTIONAL) DANGER: Use protective gloves is strongly recommended, be very careful as the pressure of the moving part (2) could cause the blade exit. TC5/10/15 TC25 TC5/10/15 TC25 Figure 6-7 Loosen the locking set screws (1) and remove the movable blade guard (2).
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 6.2.4 X TYPE OSCILLATING TOOL PREPARATION (OPTIONAL) DANGER: Use protective gloves is strongly recommended, be very careful as the pressure of the moving part (2) could cause the blade exit. Figure 6-8 Remove the blade guard (1) by pulling it outwards.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 6.2.5 FITTING A CUTTING BLADE (GREEN HEAD) Warning! Handle the blade carefully, protect it if necessary, to avoid cutting. During reassembly use a rubber object to keep it in its housing during tightening of the locking screw.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 6.2.6 HEAD ASSEMBLY (HEAD 1) Please proceed as follows to mount the cutting head holder: Warning! Make sure that there are no moving parts. • Insert the cutting head (1) • tighten the set screw (2).
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 6.2.8 TOOLS ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING ON HEAD 2 (TANGENTIAL AND OSCILLATING TOOLS) Please proceed as follows to mount the cutting head holder: Warning! Make sure that there are no moving parts. • Loosen the screw (1) •...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V ADJUSTMENTS To ensure perfect result it may be necessary to perform some manual adjustments, such as: ADJUSTING CUTTING DEPTH To cut it is essential that the cutting blade depth slightly exceeds the thickness of the material being cut.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V ADJUSTING THE DOWN PRESSURE OF THE CUTTING HEAD To cut special hard materials, or to avoid the wheel on the cutting head marking soft materials, it may be necessary to adjust the pressure of the air in the cylinder controlling the head down pressure. Adjustment can be made as follows: Pull knob (1) out (on) for a short distance to release the pressure regulator.
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MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V Please proceed with the calibration as follows: • Locate the flow regulation (1). Turning the valve air fitting (1) clockwise will reduce the air flow making the blade travel longer. Vice versa, by turning the valve air fitting (1) counter-clockwise, will increase the air flow, shortening the time of the blade plunge.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Very little maintenance is required, and it is limited to the operations detailed in the following paragraphs. CAUTION! Please disconnect the machine from electricity, before carrying out any maintenance operations. CLEANING One of the most important maintenance tasks is the frequent and complete cleaning of the following parts: Electrical box filters (every 2 - 4 weeks) •...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V LUBRIFICATION Cutting blade running guide (every 1 - 2 months for all cutting heads type) Remove the blade as previously described. Lubricate the guide at points (1) and (2) with a small amount of spray grease taking particular care not to allow any grease to reach the rubber roller. Carefully wipe off all excess grease before re-inserting the cuttting blade.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V PNEUMATIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE (EVERY 1 -2 MONTHS) Make sure the tanks (A)(C) of the air treatment unit located at the entry to the pneumatic circuit of the machine does not contain any water generated by the compressor and if so, please empty the tank by releasing the valve (B). Check the oil level as well and if necessary, re-fill it following the below steps;...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V REPLACING THE RUBBER PRESSURE ROLLER ILLUSTRATED ON THE 40° The rubber roller fitted to some cutting heads can wear out or get damaged during the normal use of the machine. A spare roller is supplied with the machine to allow immediate replacement. A new roller should always be ordered when using the replacement so that a spare roller is always available when required.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 8.4.1 ADJUSTING THE RUBBER PRESSURE ROLLER The rubber roller on the 40° green cutting head will wear during normal use and its position with respect to the cutting blade needs to be adjusted periodically to ensure good quality mountboard cutting. This adjustment also needs to be made each time a rubber roller is changed.
TROUBLE SHOOTING This section relates to possible problems that could occur during normal use of the machine. For any problems not covered in this manual please contact your sales representative, your nearest Valiani dealer or the Valiani technical support. CONNECTION PROBLEMS The Ethernet connection error message reports when the V-Studio software is not capable of linking with the machine.
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V WORKING PROBLEMS Various important problems could appear in different areas of the machine: • Clamping system not working (pneumatic problem / electrical problem). • The cutting head and blade do not descend (pneumatic problem / electrical problem).
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MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V The cutting head and blade do not descend (pneumatic problem) If the cutting head and blade do not descend please follow these procedures to check the pneumatic system connections: • Check that the air pressure is correct (6, max 6,5 Bar - 90 PSI).
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 10 DECOMMISSIONING AND DISMANTLING When dismantling or disposing of the machine it should always be noted that: • The client, under 91/689/EEC directives, or byelaws in force in the relevant country, is responsible for the disposal of the machine and its components.
Valiani personnel sent to the site. Should this not be possible, Valiani will reimburse the price of the Product, reduced by an amount that takes Oscillating head, Router 1KW, Vacuum pump, Industrial Vacuum into account its actual use starting from the time of purchase.
Via delle Regioni, 305-307 – 50052 Certaldo [FI] - ITALIA Tel. (+39) 0571 666 598 www. valiani.com – email: info@valiani.it Declares under our sole responsibility that the machine Maximus - Maximus V has been made in compliance with the following directives: •...
MAXIMUS - MAXIMUS V 14 DIMENSIONS Model Maximus / Maximus V 80 1620mm (63.78”) 1870mm (73.62”) Maximus / Maximus V 160 2370mm (93.3”) 1860mm (73.23”) 1260mm (49.6”) Maximus / Maximus V 250 3260mm (128.34”) Maximus V 265 3850mm (151.6”) 2250mm (88.58”)
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