3 - 2 Machine Maintenance 704-0212-209 VM Series Maintenance and Safety Manual
Daily Operational Checks
Daily: Perform operational checks.
The operator should check the following items each day:
•Clean the machine.
• Check that all shields, covers, and doors operate properly.
• Check the spindle chiller to be sure there is enough liquid in the tank or
system.
• Check the working environment around the spindle chiller for appropriate
ventilation and ambient temperature between 40
° and 10° C
(104
° and 50° F).
• Jog each axis through its full travel, watching for smooth operation.
• Ensure that all axis limit switches are functioning correctly and are calibrated
to their proper travel limits.
• Inspect the way covers for scratches or excessive wear.
• Inspect the enclosure windows for scratches, damage, cracks, or other
deformities that could adversely affect the impact resistance. Please refer to
Enclosure Windows, on page 3 - 29 for more information.
• Check that the way wipers are not damaged.
• Touch the guideways to check for proper lubrication. All axis guideways
should have a thin film of lubricant.
• Check the oil level on the inside cover of the tool changer, or on the right side
of the swing arm unit, depending on your model.
• Check and clean the tool lock pins.
• Check the coolant level every day at the start of operation. If the machine is
used more than 8 hours daily, check the coolant level every 8 hours.
• Turn power off and rotate the spindle by hand. It should rotate easily.
• Check that all console control buttons and keys light when pressed, and that
all buttons and keys activate the intended functions.
• Clean the chip screens.
• Clean chips from way covers, enclosure, turret, and chip conveyor(s).
• Check the FRL unit or FR unit (depending on the type of machine) air
pressure.
• Check the way lube level in pump.
• Clean the rotary table and check the rotary table oil level.
• Lubricate the spindle, and clean it with a lint-free cloth dipped in clean, light
oil.
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