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Essential introductory advice and general guidelines for users before operating the machine.
An overview of the advanced technology and capabilities of the PD 400 CNC lathe.
Visual guide identifying all major physical components of the PD 400 CNC lathe.
Details the front-side operating elements and rear-side connection ports of the MCS control unit.
Comprehensive technical data including dimensions, spindle, and motor specifications.
Specifications for the tool axis drives, software, and stepping motor controllers.
Information on operating ambient conditions and the recommended user age group.
Lists all components included in the Proxxon PD 400 CNC package.
Step-by-step instructions for safely unpacking and setting up the lathe.
Essential tips for correctly assembling and positioning the machine.
Details the process of connecting the machine's cables and available external connections.
Specifies the necessary computer hardware for installing and running the NCCAD software.
A detailed guide on how to install the NCCAD 7.5 software on your computer.
Instructions for launching the software and setting essential operating parameters.
Explains the meaning of the different colored status lights on the CNC control.
Details the operation and importance of the emergency stop and lock functions.
Guidance on accessing and using the software's built-in manual and help features.
Explains the layout of the help window and its search functionalities.
Information on how to obtain further assistance for software-related issues.
Covers safe stopping, lock functions, rotation switches, and room emergency off.
Step-by-step instructions for conducting a basic functional test of the machine.
Explains fundamental turning operations like straight turning and grooving.
Introduces various types of cutting tools and their specific applications.
Details the process of inserting cutting tools into the holder and clamping workpieces.
Covers determining correct spindle speeds and adjusting them via belt drive.
Describes methods for supporting and machining longer workpieces using the tailstock.
Provides essential guidelines for maintaining machine cleanliness and general care.
Explains procedures for adjusting machine guides and maintaining the main spindle.
Advises on the environmentally responsible disposal of the machine and its components.
A table listing common machine errors and their recommended solutions.
A comprehensive collection of safety rules and precautions for operating the lathe.
The official declaration of the product's compliance with relevant EU directives.
Detailed exploded view and parts list for the headstock assembly.
Exploded view and parts list for the machine bed and Z-axis drive assembly.
Exploded view and parts list for the support assembly with the X-axis drive.
Exploded view and parts list for the tailstock assembly.
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