Milltronics RW Series User Manual

C HAPTER 4 - I NSTALLATION
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Safety Checks
Follow the sequences outlined below for Milltronics control.
Home the Machine
During this operation, the machine will move. Before starting the operation,
make sure any shipping clamps that might impede machine movement have
been removed and nothing else remains to interfere with machine motion.
Turn main power on.
Press the green ENABLE button to power up servos. Note: If the machine does
not ENABLE, check all emergency stop switches: conveyor, remote hand
controller, etc.
Press F1 (Home).
Press CYCLE START.
Start the Spindle (Operate only within proper startup/break in limits outlined on
page 33)
During the sequence outlined below, the spindle will rotate. If there is a tool in
the spindle (for mills) or if there is a workpiece in the spindle (for lathes), make
sure it is not going to hit anything when the spindle rotates. For lathes, the chuck
guard must be down. If the machine has an enclosure, close the door.
From the main menu:
Press F5 (MDI).
Key in "S" code for RPM followed by RPM value.
Example: S500 = 500 RPM
Key in "M" code for spindle direction: (M03)=CW, (M04)=CCW
Example: S500 M3
Press ENTER.
Press CYCLE START to start spindle, then use manual CW, CCW and STOP buttons.
Test the Emergency Stop Circuit
Having followed the steps outlined above for enabling the machine and starting
the spindle, then
Press the red EMERGENCY STOP button.

Milltronics RW Series Specifications

General

Brand	Milltronics
Model	RW Series
Category	Control Systems
Language	English