Silca Matrix Evo - Adjusting;Replacing the Vertical Carriage Spring

Operating Manual Matrix
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10.6 ADJUSTING/REPLACING THE VERTICAL CARRIAGE SPRING
If the vertical carriage (Z axis) seems loose it is advisable to adjust the spring and replace if necessary. Proceed
as follows:
1) Switch off the machine and disconnect the power lead.
2) Remove the 6 screws (Y1) to detach the top safety guard (Y) (Fig. 55).
3) Loosen the 4 screws (Y3) and remove the rear panel (Fig. 63).
4) Turn the machine so that its back faces the operator.
to increase spring tightness:
- perform operations 1 and 2 shown in Fig. 65.
to decrease spring tightness:
- perform operations 1 and 2 shown in Fig. 66.
5) Replace the safety guard (Y) and secure with the 6 screws (Y1) (Fig. 51).
To replace the spring:
- follow the instructions in points 1. 2. 3.
- replace the spring and adjust tightness.
Fig. 63
Fig. 64 Fig. 65 Fig. 66