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Edge Technologies Patriot 338 - User Manual

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Patriot 338 & 551
OPERATIONS MANUALOPERATIONS MANUAL
Version 10

Table of Contents

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Summary

General Information

Machine Safety

User responsibility for safety devices and trained personnel for operation.

Technical Support

Contact information for technical assistance from Edge Technologies.

Technical Information

Machine Description

Overview of the Patriot bar feeder, its design, and operational features.

Safety

General safety guidelines including covers and lathe door interlocks.

Emergency Stop Buttons

Location, function, and testing of emergency stop buttons for the lathe and bar feeder.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Guidelines for qualified personnel performing electrical maintenance and safety procedures.

Electrical Connection Procedure

Verifying interface connections and potential need for transformers.

Installation

Typical Installation Guide

Steps for a typical installation, including damage inspection and required items.

Bar Feeder Installation Process

Step-by-step guide for installing the bar feeder, covering checks and alignment.

Proper Distance from Lathe

Critical distance measurements to prevent machine crashes and ensure proper operation.

Height Adjustment System

Details on the level pad mounting system and its components for height adjustment.

Leveling Pad Installation Procedure

Steps for installing leveling pads, including cleaning and preparing stands.

String Alignment Procedure

Basic steps for performing string alignment, including precautions.

Laser Alignment Procedure

Step-by-step guide for aligning the bar feeder using a laser tool.

Alignment Guidance and Tightening

Advice on locking threaded rods and arbors after alignment and checking the setup.

Axial Shifting Operation

How to operate the axial shifting option and precautions for placement.

Axial Track Synchronization Switches

Importance and method for setting synchronization switches to prevent crashes.

Switching to Chucker Mode

Procedure for changing the axial shift from Swiss mode to Chucker mode.

Switching to Swiss Mode

Procedure for changing the axial shift from Chucker mode to Swiss mode.

Bushing Block Alignment

Procedure for aligning the bushing block using jack screws.

Anchoring the Bar Feeder

Steps for anchoring the bar feeder to the floor using wedge anchor bolts.

MAVD Installation Procedure

Steps for installing and aligning the Movable Anti-Vibration Device (MAVD).

Systems and Adjustments

Magazine Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the magazine when changing bar diameters.

MAVD Adjustment Procedure

Steps for adjusting the Movable Anti-Vibration Device (MAVD) for proper operation.

Synchronization System

How the synchronization system links the lathe headstock and bar pusher.

Pre-Run Setup Card

A checklist for essential setup steps before operating the bar feeder.

Control Operation and HMI Description

Handheld Pendant Layout

Diagram and list of functions for the handheld pendant control.

Powering Up the Bar Feeder

Steps for powering up the bar feeder and procedures after an alarm.

Basic Movement Functions

Details on low-speed advance/retreat, automatic operation, and resetting home position.

Loading Bar with Bar ON;OFF Buttons

Procedure for loading new bars using the BAR ON and BAR OFF buttons.

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart

Common issues, their causes, and solutions for bar feeder operation.

Resetting ESSI

Procedure for resetting Emergency Stop Safety Interlocks (ESSI) after an unintended movement.

Edge Technologies Patriot 338 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEdge Technologies
ModelPatriot 338
CategoryWire Feeders
LanguageEnglish

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