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Rev. 04-2024

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  • Page 1 WR-DCM3 User manual Rev. 04-2024...
  • Page 2 Email: info@wheelrestore.com Reproduction of the contents of this publication, fully or in part, is forbidden in accordance with copyright laws without prior written permission from Wheel Restore Company ApS. This applies to any form of reproduction through printing, duplication, photocopying, etc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WR-DCM3 Content – Introduction – Disclaimer – General limitation and preparation for a Wheel repair – Power up and initializing – Wheel Quality – Final product guidance – Operating buttons 10-11 – Language settings – Changing Factory settings 12-13 – Profile Manager –...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Your machine is running with Software version: XXX We would like to hear about your experiences with the WR-DCM3. A few words concerning the things that have made an impression on you - positive or negative - would be of great help to us in our efforts to improve our products to an even higher standard.
  • Page 5 Operator's Manual.  Machine moving, unpacking, and installation: Wheel Restore machines are shipped almost ready for operation but still require a trained service person to complete the installation. Installation and service instructions are provided separately from the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 6 WR-DCM3 WheelRestore Disclaimer for Equipment Use Authorized Use: The equipment provided by WheelRestore is intended for authorized use by trained personnel only. Use of the equipment by untrained individuals may result in personal injury, property damage, or other risks. Users must ensure that only authorized individuals operate the equipment.

  • Page 7: General Limitation And Preparation For A Wheel Repair

    WR-DCM3 but not limited to personal injury, property damage, loss of profits, or interruption of business operations. b. The total liability of WheelRestore for any claim related to the product shall not exceed the purchase price paid by the user for the product.

  • Page 8: Power Up And Initializing

    WR-DCM3 4 – Power up and initializing Once you switch on the machine this login screen appears. Enter your username and password and press “continue”. Once unlocked the lock icon turns green When switching power on, and after certain alarm conditions, the machine will perform a homing routine for the axes.
  • Page 9 WR-DCM3 Initializing X axis Homing Left/Right movement. Initializing axes finished Machine moves to load position. User manual English Rev. 04-2024 Page 8 of 46...

  • Page 10: Wheel Quality - Final Product Guidance

    WR-DCM3 5 – Wheel Quality – Final product guidance Glossiness Glossiness depends on the quality of the alloy, type of Wheel and the cutting tip used for the actual task. High Gloss Setting guide. Feed Rate: 0,1 mm/rev Inner Speed: 200 RPM...
  • Page 11 WR-DCM3 Toolholder for diamond cutting tips Toolholder for diamond cutting tips Toolholder for diamond cutting tips Middle Left Right Most common Complex wheels Complex wheels Profile measurement Maximum measuring depth is 110mm. The reach of the laser is 110mm. We recommend placing the sensor in the middle of the sensing area +/- 55mm Operation area: “Power”...

  • Page 12: Operating Buttons

    WR-DCM3 6 – Operating buttons Besides the display, there is a set of buttons below the display. Display refers to these buttons, when prompted on the window. When pressed the machine stops immediately. All motors release all energy (free run)

  • Page 13: Changing Factory Settings

    8 - Changing Factory settings On the main screen select the button to go to the tools menu Select the button Enter the security code provided by Wheel Restore and press “Enter” User manual English Rev. 04-2024 Page 12 of 46...

  • Page 14: Profile Manager

    WR-DCM3 The factory settings are now unlocked and can be changed accordingly. Please note this can ONLY be done after commissioning Wheel Restore. At the bottom of the menu the following changes can be made: QR code on/off Light ON time in minutes Change back to Default settings Select “Exit Setup”...

  • Page 15: Changing Screen

    WR-DCM3 To edit the profile name select the profile, select the text bar, enter the new name and confirm by pressing “Enter”. Select “Rename” to confirm the new name. Select “Exit” to go to the Tools Menu. 10 - Changing Screen Colours...

  • Page 16: Manual Mode

    WR-DCM3 11 - Manual Mode On the main screen select the button to go to the tools menu 11.1 Select “Manual Mode” 11.2 To manually move the X and Z Axis move the selector to “Joystick” Enable the X and/or Z Axis by Selecting Press the foot pedal and move the joystick in the direction required.

  • Page 17: Diagnostic Menu

    WR-DCM3 12 - Diagnostic Menu On the main screen select the button to go to the Diagnostic menu 12.1 This screen shows the following details: SN; Serial Number of the machine Software Version of PLC and HMI Internet connection detection: Green;...
  • Page 18 WR-DCM3 Select to open the torgue data, see 12.6 Select to open the alarm log, see 12.7 Select to open the last repaired wheel details, see 12.8 Select to open the last scanned wheel profile, see 12.9 Select to open the safety circuit, see 12.10...
  • Page 19 WR-DCM3 Hour counter shows the running hours of the machine, defined in the different options 12.5 Torque of the X and/or Z Axis This window shows the torque of the X axis, Z axis and Spindle in % 12.6 When clicking on the diagram you can go back in time by selecting “-“...
  • Page 20 WR-DCM3 This window shows you all the safety related functions; emergency stop, door lock, foot pedal, error codes and drives. The software versions of the PLC and HMI are mentioned as well as the serial number of the machine. 12.10 This window allows you to select the required language.

  • Page 21: Repair Options Overview

    WR-DCM3 13 – Repair options overview Once machine is initialized, this window will appear, also referred to as Main Window. The lock is closed meaning you need to login with your personal credentials. Enter your username and password, then press login and continue. You can now use the machine.
  • Page 22 WR-DCM3 At the Main Window Select “Start a ‘New Wheel” if you have a Wheel which never been probed before. 13.3 At the Main Window select “Run Last Scanned Wheel” if you have e.g. four equal Wheels, and the first Wheel have been processed.

  • Page 23: Deburring

    WR-DCM3 14 – Deburring At the Main Window select "Start Deburring mode" Deburring mode allows the operator to spin the wheel in a safe limited speed with the door open, allowing him to grind the edges using a grinder or file*.

  • Page 24: Start A 'New Wheel

    WR-DCM3 15 – Start a ’New Wheel’ At the Main Window select "Start a 'New Wheel’” to go to step 15.2 15.1 Disclaimer terms; read and accept. Select "Accept Disclaimer" to go to step 15.3 Select “Abort” to go to step 10.1 15.2...
  • Page 25 WR-DCM3 If Selector is not in position "Joystick" a window is shown, until selector is set to "Joystick”. Otherwise continue to step 15.7. 15.6 Apply the laser tape on the surface which needs to be probed. Let the laser tape stick out approximately 1 cm from the inside and outside of the Wheel.
  • Page 26 WR-DCM3 Probing warning Movement of the laser is only allowed from left to right. Select to turn the light on/off for better visual on 15.8 the laser light. Select for more detailed information in a new window. Press to go back to the probe window.
  • Page 27 WR-DCM3 Zoom Profile /Filtering options. The profile shows 2 line colors; red line is the probe line, green line is the (corrected) cutting line. Select to zoom. Complex Wheels may require advanced filtering. Select to open the filtering options. Default filtering is Filter 1. This covers ~85-90% of all Wheels.
  • Page 28 WR-DCM3 Select “Back” to go to step 15.10 Select “Abort” to go to step 15.1 Window operator to select tool and cutting direction. Select when starting outside, cutting inwards. Select when starting inside, cutting outwards. Select when starting ouside, cutting inside and outwards.
  • Page 29 WR-DCM3 View Profile shows 2 lines: Green line is the profile measured by the laser. Red line shows the profile as it will be cut Check the 2 lines and make sure there are no high or low peeks between the 2 lines. You can enlarge or minimize 15.14...
  • Page 30 WR-DCM3 Select for slow or for fast movement. Select “Confirm Start Position” to go to step 15.19 “Back” Go to step 15.11 “Abort” Go to step 15.1 Set selector to “Normal” 15.19 Sensor Cover Mounted? Select "Confirm Cover Mounted" Go to step 15.21 Select ”Abort”...
  • Page 31 WR-DCM3 Window Starting Spindle while starting the spindle. In case of any irregularities select "Abort Cutting" to go to step 15.43 15.24 Window Cutting while cutting is in progress. The first pass is a shadow cut to check the profile and cutting path match up meaning no material will be removed.
  • Page 32 WR-DCM3 Spindle outer speed depending on the required finish: min. 100 RPM - max. 800 RPM Touch the values icon, change it according to your wishes and press “Enter”. Quick settings are available in 3 different settings. Select Coarse (1), Medium (2), and Fine finish (3) Default Quick settings: No.
  • Page 33 WR-DCM3 Cutting tool starts at the starting point and moves over the profile. If the material removed is not done evenly the X- Offset must be adjusted as mentioned in 15.28 To keep track of removed material, select when Cutting tip starts to remove material from the entire surface.
  • Page 34 WR-DCM3 Window “Confirm QR Code Scanned” Open the Wheel Restore App on your SMART phone, scan the QR code and fill out the details as shown in the App. Once done select “Confirm QR Code Scanned” 15.34 Window “Go to Load Position”...
  • Page 35 WR-DCM3 Window “Save Wheel?” Offers operator whether the Wheel should be saved or not? Select “Yes” to go to step 15.38 15.37 Select “No” to go to step 15.31 Window “Enter Wheel Name” Select at the text ‘new Wheel’, enter the file name and confirm pressing “Enter”.
  • Page 36 WR-DCM3 Window “Repeat Wheel?” (profile not saved) If there is more than one Wheel with same profile you can run the next Wheel if you press “Yes”. Note: Make sure the Wheel has the same size and part number. 15.42 Select “Yes”...

  • Page 37: Run Last Scanned Wheel

    WR-DCM3 16 – Run Last Scanned Wheel At the Main Window select "Run Last Scanned Wheel” Go to step 16.2 15.1 Disclaimer terms; read and accept. Select “Accept Disclaimer” to go to step 16.3 Select “Abort” to go to step 16.1 16.2...

  • Page 38: Start A 'Saved Wheel

    WR-DCM3 17 – Start a ‘Saved Wheel’ At the Main Window select "Start a 'Saved Wheel’” to go to step 17.2 17.1 Select "Confirm Entry" to go to step 17.3 Note! If selection list is empty and Confirm is pressed, a warning will be shown.

  • Page 39: Special Cutting Features

    As illustrations show the radius may appear different depending on probed profile. Wheel Restore offers a tool for cutting the radius(s) of Wheels. Use the tool holder where the cutting tip is mounted on the left side of the tool holder, see picture below.

  • Page 40: Calibration Tool - Automatic Positioning Function (Apf)

    WR-DCM3 19 - Calibration Tool - Automatic Positioning Function (APF) Take the calibration tool with the small mark pointing up. Go to step 19.2 19.1 Place it in the center of the machine. Get the claws to grip it. Go to step 19.3 19.2...
  • Page 41 WR-DCM3 At the system Setup menu Select “Tool Change”. Go to step 19.6 19.5 Set selector to “Joystick”. Go to step 19.7 19.6 User manual English Rev. 04-2024 Page 40 of 46...
  • Page 42 WR-DCM3 Press the foot pedal and move laser to the Center position* on the calibration tool using the joystick. The power light on top of the laser must be green and the laser Measure must be between 50 and 60 mm.
  • Page 43 WR-DCM3 Tap screen to start. Go to step 19.12 19.11 Set selector to “Normal”. Go to step 19.13 19.12 Going to “Load Position”. Go to step 19.14 19.13 The machine is now ready for operations. 19.14 User manual English Rev. 04-2024...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Service and support require a service ticket. WheelRestore offers a service ticket system. In addition to support tickets, the platform offers an overview of ongoing service on the WR-DCM3. This includes files, tasks and software updates. Yearly maintenance can be requested and set up as an event with notifications.

  • Page 45: Hardware Configuration

    WR-DCM3 The factory settings are now unlocked and can be changed accordingly. Please note this can ONLY be done by a by Wheel Restore approved and trained technician! Service Level shows the following parameters:  Hour counter management  Hardware configuration ...

  • Page 46: Consumables

    Diamond cutting tip (02) WM808 Diamond cutting tip (02) 1pcs. 1pcs. WM806 Tape 2 pcs special for WM800 Special Tape (for WR-DCM3) WM816 Radius Tool (for WR-DCM3) Radius Tool (for WR-DCM3) Toolholder for diamond WM803 Toolholder for diamond cutting tips Left...

  • Page 47: Disposal

    If the machine is rented: Return machine to FSG. Reproduction of the contents of this publication, fully or in part, is forbidden in accordance with copyright laws without prior written permission from Wheel Restore Company ApS. This applies to any form of reproduction through printing, duplication, photocopying, etc.

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