NOVA 2000 Operating manual - English
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7.4 Inserting the spring system
The NOVA 2000 key-cutting machine is equipped with a spring mechanism which allows precise
duplication of dimple keys. Using this system, it is possible to position the tracer into the groove of the
sample first and then proceed with cutting the key. The spring system is to be used only for dimple keys
(fig. 1) and is activated by rotating the ring nut (O).
Note: for laser type keys (fig. 1) deactivate this function.
7.5 Cutting Laser (Sidewinder) type keys
Before activating the start switch (Q) lower lever (I) lose to the keys and regulate the spring system for
laser (sidewinder) key with knob (O).
- start the cutting operation by activating switch (Q).
- lower the spindle and rest the tracer point on a cut part of the original key, cut the key and stop at
the beginning of the cut.
• secure the spindle at this height by means of knob (R).
• carry out the cuts using only the left-hand lever (C).
Fig. 12
7.6 Cutting narrow-stemmed Laser (Sidewinder) type keys
The clamp can also be used to cut narrow-stemmed Laser (sidewinder) keys by simply fitting the
adapter provided (optional). Proceed as follows:
1) open the clamps by loosening knobs (E) and (E1).
2) place the stop bar into the groove.
3) insert the key so that it butts against the bar.
4) secure the adapter and key by tightening knob (E).
5) remove the bar and repeat the same operations on the right-hand jaw.
Cutting:
1) before activating the start switch (Q) lower lever (I) close to the keys.
2) start the cutting operation by activating switch (Q).
3) lower the spindle, cut the key and stop at the beginning of the cut (ch. 7.5).
• secure the spindle at this height.
• carry out the cuts using only lever (C).
7.7 Cutting keys for FICHET
The clamp can also be used to cut keys for FICHET (H profile). Proceed as follows:
- open the clamps slightly by loosening knobs (E) and (E1) (fig. 6, page 9).
- place the keys with the stop up against the clamp.
- secure the keys by tightening knobs (E) and (E1).
Cutting:
turn on switch (Q), lower the collet assembly and position on the beginning of the cut.
• secure the spindle at this height.
• carry out the cuts using only lever (C).
Fig. 13
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