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1. Magazine unit ATC spindle SD e 5 gt j igi a tripper bolt Base plate Z origin sensor 9 Spacer 99 Stripper bolts d8 x L15 mm x2 os o c e S y sw KS Gy v y o as Cap screws Cap screws Plastic screws Plastic screws M8 x 20 mm x2 9 M8 x 16 mm x4 M4 x 30 mm x3 X9X9 M4 x 15 mm x3 9569 Cap screws Hexagonal wrenches Sn M4 x 8 mm x2 6 mm 5 mm 3 mm Retaining bands large x3 Cable retainers x3 1 The magazine unit and control box are connected by cabling The cabling cannot be detached 2 The pressure gauge for the air regulator does not face directly upward but this is intentional and not a defect 3 Not used on machines installed with a T slot table 4 Not used on machines installed with the standard table User s Manual this manual 5 Not used in the case of usage in combination with a rotary axis unit ZCL 540 6 Use a Phillips screwdriver to attach these Items Included with the MDX 540SA and MDX 540A ATC equipped Models gt On the MDX 540SA and MDX 540A the following items are already installed on the machine Control box magazine unit ATC spindle air cylinder base plate cap screws M8 x 20 mm M8 x 16 mm and M4 x 8 mm stripper bolts retaining bands and cable retainers gt The following item is not included with the MDX 540SA and MDX 540A Hexagonal wrench 6 mm gt For information on other items included with the MDX 5
2. lt ATC TOOL MENU gt gt TOOL1 RETURN TOOL2 Mag cover TOOL3 Meas length TOOL4 Force release Return to main COORD SYSTEM zo SENSE ORIGIN SPINDLE ER RID CLEAR lt ATC TOOL MENU gt TOOL1 RETURN TOOL2 Mag cover 1232003 Meas length fOOLA Force release Return to main Close the spindle cover Press the MENU key several times to display ATC TOOL MENU Use the hand wheel to select the item Chapter 6 Handy Panel 73 74 6 2 Manual Operation of the ATC o NWARNING This procedure makes the machine operate Before you perform this procedure check B n to make sure that operation of the DL machine will not create any hazard or danger EI Press the ENTER key COORD zo system sense ORIGIN To go back to the original screen use the hand wheel to select Return to main then press the ENTER key About the Selection Items gt TOOL 1 through TOOL 4 This grasps the tool holder gt RETURN This returns the tool holder to the magazine gt MAGAZINE COVER This opens or closes the magazine cover gt LENGTH SCAN This executes automatic measurement of tool length gt FORCED RELEASE This performs a forced release of the tool holder Perform the operation while supporting the tool holder with your hand to keep it from falli
3. O Continue by proceeding with 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit 32 Chapter 2 Basic Operation Prepare the modeling machine O Perform manual feed to move the table to the front Use manual feed to move the spindle head to a position about half way along the X axis and atthe lowest location on the Z axis Shut down the modeling machine and disconnect the power cable NWARNING Be sure to discon nect the power cable Failure to do so may result in danger of injury Remove the two screws Use the screws to attach the control box 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit For a Standard Table The installation method differs slightly depending on the type of table If the original standard table is attached then follow the procedure below to install Procedure O I Cap screws M8 x 20 mm Install the base plate From the rear of the modeling ma chine pull in the magazine unit Loosely tighten the magazine unit in place Chapter 2 Basic Operation 33 34 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit Fit the tabs on the underside of the magazine unit into the base plate Tighten the cap screws Correct tool change is impossible ifthe tabs are not engaged properly Perform po
4. To Ensure Safe Use Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows AN Please also read the important safety information in the user s manual for the modeling ma chine About WARNING and CAUTION Notices Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury NWARN l NG should the unit be used improperly Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly NCAUTION Note Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings as well to domestic animals or pets About the Symbols The A symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle The symbol at left means danger of electrocution The S symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out are forbidden The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle The symbol at left mea
5. Fit the tabs on the underside of the magazine unit into locations shown in the figure Q Tighten the cap screws Correct tool change is impossible if the tabs are not engaged properly Perform positioning carefully Tab O Remove the screw Open the magazine cover and gen tly pull out the cushioning material Remove the rubber bushing Chapter 2 Installation 37 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit O O Slide the T slot nuts into the grooves Secure in place with two more cap screws Gently close the magazine cover rews O Se No Rotary Axis Unit Plastic screws Install the Z origin sensor For Use in Combination with a Rotary Axis Unit Installation of the Z origin sensor is not required Orient the hole in this direction Cap screws M4 x 8 mm Continue by proceeding with 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder 38 Chapter 2 Installation 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder Attach the Spindle and Cylinder Procedure O Grommet Detach the motor cover Remove the grommet Remove the existing spindle and spindle holder Important Note When Removing the Spindle Holder A t
6. TE RER BY Hh CHAE RES O RNA PA EAE TAS Kl rh EI BEEP A x KRZA RA EWE AER FRE FA AA PR YE GB T26572 2011 HAE AY BR et BER BA s Sr GB T26572 2011 PRERE MIRE BES s We as i rd org Wf EI rt BU nah RAS RAE IK EE Bri FE Tf DR IO RI DI EL THE RANCE DEEE nn fE bts FAN BR KAWAH Maine WRA Php te OA AA DIr Dm HR SEEN Pi IARE PAAR WHER TER EUR RY ife ES o This product must be disposed of separately at your local waste recycling center Do not dispose of in household waste bin Bitte f hren Sie dieses Produkt separat Ihrer rtlichen Entsorgungsstelle z u Bitte nicht mit dem normalen Hausm ll entsorgen Ne jetez pas le produit avec vos ordures m nag res Portez le dans un centre recyclage des d chets Questo prodotto deve essere smaltito negli appositi contenitori per la raccolta differenziata non buttare nel cestino dei rifiuti casalinghi Este producto debe devolverse al centro de reciclaje m s cercano a su domicilio para su correcta eliminaci n No lo tire a la basura Deite fora separadamente este produto no seu centro de reciclagem
7. The tool failed to reach the sensor Check the amount of tool extension and the detection start position Click Clear Error then redo detection Chapter 7 Appendix 81 7 4 NC Code Specifications Items Related to the Mechanical Specifica tions of the Machine This section describes the NC codes that are dependent on the machine s mechanical specifications Y NC Code Reference Manual Tool length offset G43 G43 is supported only when this unit is installed The parameter range is as follows Parameter number Function Offset number Acceptable range 0 to 4 Effective range 0 to 4 Tool selection M06 MO6 is supported only when this unit is installed The parameter range is as follows Parameter number Function Stock number Acceptable range 0 to 4 Effective range 0 to 4 Spindle speed S When this unit is installed the parameter range for S is as fol lows Parameter revolution speed Function Spindle speed Acceptable range 65 535 to 65 535 Effective range 30 through 12 000 Specified as rpm 52 through 82 Numerical code specification 82 Chapter 7 Appendix 7 5 Unit Specifications Dimensional Drawings View When Installed Standard Table TIO f l N ol o OI i Ref
8. plied check to make sure no air leaks from connections or other areas Next slowly turn the regulator knob to adjust until the meter reads 0 5 to 0 65 MPa Important Note on Adjusting the Pressure Be sure to adjust to an air pressure of not more than 0 7 MPa Exceeding this may cause malfunction Continue by proceeding with 2 7 Step 6 Adjust the Tool change Location Chapter 2 Basic Operation 45 2 7 Step 6 Adjust the Tool change Location Adjust the Tool change Location Procedure O Start the modeling machine O BA MDX 540 RML 1 VPanel L p mas as Yi 3 Go to the main window in VPanel een E NR NE and make sure the information for the A pea ATC is displayed 0 000 mm GEET play X 0 000 mm Y 0 000 mm Z 0 000 mm A p 0 000 mm eee 0 000 mm Er 100 qu fra rm ffe pea Fen em e fr x x Mount a tool holder in stocker No 1 File Set Options Help L ra BE ISL ug 4 un cs peme een ne ee festen For information on how to mount this see the Le User Coordinate System z E following page 0 000 mm Ucet X 0 000 mm P 52 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders Y 0 000 mm z 0 000 mm A ES 0 000 mm eee 0 000 mm 05 0 mm min D owoc 0 50 100 In VPanel go to the Options menu and click Adjust ATC Height Move Tool pus Add Remove Tool Change Tool Setup Prefere
9. Click Clear Error then click Stop Cutting Canceling the paused state and resuming cutting instead of quitting is possible but because unintended operation is highly likely doing so is not recommended No tool in stocker no XXX Paused Not displayed on the handy panel During cutting in the NC code mode an attempt was made to grasp a nonexistent tool XXX is the stocker number Click Clear Error then click Stop Cutting Canceling the paused state and resuming cutting instead of quitting is possible but because unintended operation is highly likely doing so is not recommended No tool sensor connected The sensor cable came loose during detection Click Clear Error then redo detection 7 3 What to Do If Take tool An attempt was made to set the Z axis origin using the tool sensor while no tool was grasped Clicking Clear Error returns the machine to the standby state Grasp a tool then redo the operation Tool held Doing forced release Not displayed on the VPanel Startup is not possible when a tool remains gripped Follow the procedures for performing a forced release of the tool e P 50 3 1 Starting and Quitting Tool in stocker no XXX Cannot return During a manual tool change a different tool was found to be already mounted in the tool return destination XXX is the stocker number Click Clear Error then remove the offending tool from the magazine Tool sensor not found
10. e 3 a e LS 2 L1 E m S B E ES Tool length o P d N maximum 110 mm 4 3 in 8 gt po o o ob i ES 1 e o o o o jov el Sg ere o 09 2 N ri a i oo o o a o S 280 5 mm 11 in tool length SRE E I e D i f L J H 25 400 X axis travel lal I e H C H J sl 425 1 oS a 0 1 1 l EJ T slot Table Optional D Maximum workpiece range Maximum workpiece range Unit mm rt CNE T I 3 7 Hs gt S i z P E TL ne o Tool length Es CR H maximum 110 m f 4 JF Se S ll e o 2 PESE d a L i 265 5 mm 10 4 in N Al A f T t S 25 400 X axis travel ll E T Th 425 a We i LA Senn y P H EJ 1 66 Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting 5 1 Cutting Area Actual Size That Can Be Cut Creating an object of the size of the full axis travel is not necessarily possible Because a certain amount of clearance in the X Y and Z axis directions is required for no load feed of the tool the allowable size of the workpiece is reduced by a cor responding amount Also the possible cutting in depth is generally determined by the length of the tool Using a lengthy tool to achieve deep cutting reduces the clearance in the Z axis direction which further reduces the allowable size of the workpiece The size of what you can cut varies according to t
11. ment inflammables et m me le m tal peut s enflammer Si un aspirateur est utilis pour ramasser les rognures de coupe faire preuve de prudence pour emp cher que la poussi re s enflamme ou explose Ramasser des rognures fines l aide d un aspirateur ordinaire peut cr er un risque d incendie ou d explosion V rifier aupr s du fabricant de l aspirateur Dans les cas o il est impossible de d terminer si un aspirateur peut tre utilis sans danger se servir d une brosse ou d un article semblable plut t que d un aspirateur Porter des lunettes de protection et un masque Rincer toutes les rognures de coupe qui pourraient rester coll es aux mains Avaler ou respirer accidentellement des rog nures de coupe peut tre dangereux pour la sant AN Pour utiliser en toute s curit N Certains l ments peuvent pr senter un risque de pince ment d emm lement de br lure ou d autres dangers N ATTENTION N ATTENTION 9 Ne jamais faire fonctionner l appareil si on porte une cravate un collier des v te ments amples ou des gants Bien attacher les cheveux longs Ces v tements ou ces objets peuvent tre coinc s dans l appareil ce qui causerait des blessures Fixer solidement l outil de coupe et la pi ce travailler Une fois qu ils sont fix s soli dement s assurer qu aucun outil ni aucun autre objet n a t laiss en place Si tel tait le cas ces objets pourraient tre pro
12. Magazine Settings 52 Chapter 3 Basic Operation O Close the spindle cover Q Perform manual feed to move the table all the way to the front In VPanel click the Attach Detach icon Z WARNING This procedure makes the machine operate Before you perform this procedure check to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any hazard or danger Click Open Magazine Cover O o Tue Insert firmly all the way to engage securely Orient the depression in this direction Attach Detach Tool r Tool Selection Tool Forced Release Replace toolin StockerNo 1 v Release held tool immediate Retum held tool to stocker r Attach Detach Magazine Tool 9 Support the tool to keep it from falling then click this button 1 Open the magazine cover to enable attachment or detachment 2 Mount or change the tool S Alternatively remove it Close Magazine Cover E When done close the magazine cover 3 When mounting or changing the tool specify the tool that is installed Magazine Settings If necessary register it as a new tool 40 RML 1 VPanel File Set Options Help H Vas HH K L 1 HE HI e aile ele Base Point Move Tool Setup Preferences Magazine Length Offset Dis Offset L User Coordinate System Y X 0 000 mm ANN NNN Re zz TUV vuvw nmn Z 0 000 mm ooo 3 2 Mounting
13. PA 24 Organization of the Documentation sn 24 1 2 Names and F nctions anna Hahn 25 External View Chapter 2 Installation 2 1 Before MSAN usa a 28 Checkingthelneludediitems sn teles tust vete enters et iia 28 Preparing the Compressed air Source rennes 29 Preparing the Tool Holders Overview of the Installation Procedure nn 31 Required Setup Operations for the ATC equipped Models ren 31 2 2 Step 1 Attach the Control BOX e Eee t ote e cene e Rid RR el e ea naa d Attach the Control BOX d 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit P F ra Standard Table secano A O 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder Attach the Spindle and Cylinder 2 5 Step 4 Connect and Secure the Cables Se Connect and Secure the Cables sn 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air sus Supply Compressed Alf ER E naeh 2 7 Step 6 Adjust the Tool change Location oooocccinnonccccinnacccccccnnonannncnnnannnccnnnn emm Adjust the Tool change Location rennes Chapter 3 Basic Operation 4 254 4442 000042200 Sn uns rna nan panno ENEE ax naX aua nn anhand KR KREE KEEN 49 3 1 Starting and Quitting cuidan an RR ent LER Ex XR Reg d RR GRE 50 How to Start the Machine RE 50 How to Shut down 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders ttti ana 52 Mounting Tool Holders in the Magazine inner 52 About the Stocker Numbers ssssssninnnnemmin
14. air pressure Paused The air pressure has dropped during cutting Adjust the air pressure then click Clear Error After recovery canceling the pause makes cutting resume c P 45 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air Close magazine cover An operation that makes the machine perform a task involving movement was attempted while the magazine cover was open After a short wait this message disappears Close the cover then try the operation again Collision may occur if open Move the table back toward the front An attempt to open the magazine cover was made while the table was at the rear Opening the cover while in this state is impossible because of potential collision with the safety cover or other areas After a short wait this message disappears Move the table back toward the front then try the operation again amp P 52 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders No tool Not displayed on the VPanel Automatic measurement of tool length was attempted but no tools are present in the magazine Mount tools in the magazine and redo the operation P 59 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length No tool in stocker no XXX During a manual tool change an attempt was made to grasp a nonexistent tool XXX is the stocker number Click Clear Error then redo the operation No tool in stocker no XXX Paused During cutting in the RML 1 mode an attempt was made to grasp a nonexistent tool XXX is the stocker number
15. apply silicone substances oil grease spray etc to the machine Doing so may cause poor switch contact Bleeding Off Air Pressure NWARNING Before attempting cleaning maintenance or attachment or detachment of the air hose or any optional items stop the supply of compressed air and allow the pressure to escape Allowing the equipment to remain under pressure poses a hazard of flying com ponents First stop the supply of compressed air and loosen the knob at the bottom of the air regula tor a little at a time Material may spray out ofthe drain at this time Use a cloth or the like to catch the spray and keepit from scattering After allow ing the air to escape retighten the knob Chapter 7 Appendix Cleaning Inside the Magazine Cover 7 1 Daily Care Open the magazine cover and clean away any buildup of cutting waste inside For information on how to open the magazine cover refer to the following e P 52 Mounting Tool Holders in the Magazine Care and Maintenance of the Tool Holders and Spindle Nose Protect this area from rust Adjusting the Air Pressure Before use clean away any cutting waste and excess grease Failure to do so may affect runout precision or cause slippage Perform maintenance diligently to prevent rust Thoroughly wipe off any skin oils or the like with a cleaning rag When the machine is to be taken out of use for some time apply machine oil to pr
16. be the working time In VPanel click the Setup icon Click the Modeling Machine tab Modeling Machine M Code Correction Rotary axis unit IV Control spindle via commands Pause on return from out of range Acceleration jo 2 v G Thickness of Tool Sensor fi 5 0000 mm Total Spindle Rotation Time 0 Hour s O Minutes Cancel When to Replace the Spindle Although this may vary according to conditions of use as a general guide the spindle motor should be replaced after every 8 000 hours and the spindle unit after every 5 000 hours Early inspection and replacement are recommended Chapter 7 Appendix 79 80 7 3 What to Do If Important Notes on Performing Continuous Cutting for a Prolonged Period When a Tool Holder Fails to Come Loose Performing continuous cutting for a prolonged period with a single tool may cause the tool to fail to come loose from the spindle and interrupt cutting This phenomenon is most likely to happen when the following four conditions all occur gt When the cutting load is large gt When the end mill is comparatively thick around 8 mm 0 3 in or larger gt When cutting has been continued for an extended period around 24 hours or longer gt When the unit has been allowed to stand with the tool holder remaining gripped for a prolonged period How to Prevent the Problem Make sure that the continuous cutting time using a
17. even after changing to the next tool Example of Setting the Z axis Origin Procedure Use manual tool change to grasp any one of the tools You may grasp any tool whose adjustment value has already been registered Set the Z axis origin for the gripped tool Do this regardless of whether blade alignment was performed manually or by using a tool sensor Return the tool to the magazine 68 Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting 5 3 Examples of Usage of Tool length Offset NC code Mode Example of Operations up to Starting Cutting This section explains some important points about using an NC program to perform cutting with multiple tools Mount the Tools Decide on the tools to use for draft cutting finishing and so on and mount them in the magazine Once you ve mounted them it s important not to replace them with others until after you ve finished cutting er P 52 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders y Register the Adjustment Values Use automatic measurement of tool length or another method to register the adjustment values er P 57 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset y Specify the Commands in the NC Program Specify the tools to use by their stocker numbers Atthe same time also specify the offset numbers assigned to the correspond ing stocker numbers Depending on the NC program offset No 2 for example may be assigned to stocker No 1 making the settings complex Normally
18. important to note that adjustment values may Reference be positive or negative The value is positive when position Positive adjustment value the tip is lower than the reference position or negative when higher than reference position Negative adjustment value P 62 4 3 Entering Adjustment Values Yourself 58 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length What s Automatic Measurement of Tool Length This feature automatically measures tool length using the Z origin sensor and registers its adjustment value You can perform batch registration for a number of tools at one time Important When performing automatic measurement of tool length check that no cutting waste and the like is present on the Z origin sensor and tool Otherwise correct measurement may be impossible and the intended cutting results cannot be obtained Automatic measurement Procedure Procedure O Mount tool holders in the magazine No rotary axis unit Use in combination with a rotary axis unit Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 59 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length e Close the spindle cover di fal Magazine Settings amp In VPanel click the Magazine Y TooHength Offset No icon gt gt Click Measure All x NWARNING This procedure makes the machine operate B
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20. mm min Olear Error Stop Spindle Move to VIEW Cutting Speed x Wo x k e Eres ese EST ES 0 Spindle Rotating Speed V 100 x A 50 100 Pause Stop Cutting 26 Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Installation 2 1 Before Installing EE 28 Checking the Included Items A 28 Preparing the Compressed air Source oooconoccccnocccccnonccononrcconnnncnnnanncnnannncnnannnnnnns 29 Preparing the Tool Holders etre Pte rtt 30 Overview of the Installation Procedure rre 31 Required Setup Operations for the ATC equipped Models 31 2 2 Step 1 Attach the Control Box Attach the Control Box 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit 33 Fora standard Table Soros 33 Fora EE EE 36 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder see 39 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder rnnt ns 39 2 5 Step 4 Connect and Secure the Cables sene 42 Connectand ie ee EE 42 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air u uuuuersnnnnennnnnnnnnnnennnnnennnnnnnnnnnen nennen 45 Supply Compressed WG 45 2 7 Step 6 Adjust the Tool change Location sseene 46 Adjust the Tool change Location sissit sussen nai a 46 2 1 Before Installing Checking the Included Items The following items are included with the unit Make sure they are all present and accounted for
21. program you re using doesn t support the ATC that is if it s a program incapable of automatic tool change you can still perform cutting by grasping the tool using manual tool change Tool length offset is applied at this time as well Note however that this does not occur in the NC code mode Correspondences Between Stocker Numbers and Offset Numbers RML 1 Mode Being aware of any differences between stocker numbers and offset numbers is not necessary In the RML 1 mode the stocker numbers and the offset numbers are always identical NC code Mode In the NC code mode it s necessary to be aware of any differences between stocker numbers and offset numbers For instance offset No 2 may be assigned to stocker No 1 The combinations are all specified by the NC program Manual Tool change In manual tool changes the stocker number and the offset number are always the same Offset No 2 for example can never been assigned to stocker No 1 not even in the NC code mode 64 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting 5 1 CUMING ET 66 Workpiece Size and Location Where Secured in Place 66 Actual Size That e EE 67 5 2 Examples of Usage of Tool length Offset RML 1 Mode 68 Example of Operations up to Starting Cutting oooonocccnnncccinocccnnnncccnnnananonanccnono 68 Example of Setting the Z axis Origin ooococninocccinocccononcccnoorcccononncnonnnncnnnnnnccnnnnnnno 68 5 3 Examples of U
22. remains gripped by the spindle This means that if a tool holder remains gripped it must be released when you begin startup When a tool holder does not remain gripped the startup procedure does not change Procedure Close the spindle cover v Sek Switch on the power switch O If a tool remains gripped this screen appears on the handy panel When the tool interferes with a work When the tool interferes with a work you can Boing forced volesse raise the spindle by holding down the Z key Support tool and SE on the handy panel and rotating the MPG handle in a clockwise direction COORD SYSTEM ORIGIN 50 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 1 Starting and Quitting O O Support the tool with your hand to keep it from falling Q On the handy panel press the CLEAR key COORD zo SYSTEM SENSE ORIGIN x SPINDLE pa ig dp Y A ki MENU z RATE After the tool holder is released return to the normal startup procedure Press the ENTER key to perform initialization then start VPanel If No Handy Panel Is Attached After switching on the power start VPanel Following the on screen instructions displays a window for forced release of the tool holder Use this to perform the
23. the Tool Holders Mount the tool holders in the stock ers Click Close Magazine Cover Check the information displayed in VPanel The tool holders are displayed in the stockers where they are mounted Installing no more than the number required to accomplish cutting is sufficient Keeping four installed always is not neces sary Also you are free to mount tool holders in whichever stocker numbers you prefer It can be convenient to decide on and use a system that is easy to remember such as mounting a draft cutting tool holder in stocker No 1 a semi finishing tool in No 2 and so on Important Note on the Destination for Tool holder Return When the spindle is gripping the tool holder from stocker No 1 for example never mount another tool in No 1 Doing so makes it impossible to return the tool holder currently gripped This unit employs a fixed address system in which a tool holder taken from stocker No 1 is always returned to No 1 Operation Using the Handy Panel You can also perform this operation using the handy panel er P 71 Chapter 6 Handy Panel Chapter 3 Basic Operation 53 54 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders About the Stocker Numbers Stocker No 4 Stocker No 3 Stocker No 2 Stocker No 1 Chapter 3 Basic Operation The stockers are numbered from 1 to 4 The tools used for cutting are all specified by these stocker numbers This makes it important to decide on the numbers
24. where the tool holders are mounted before you perform cutting 3 3 Manual Tool change Grasping a Tool Holder by Manual Operation Tool change is performed automatically according to commands from the computer but when necessary you can also perform tool change manually Note however that this operation cannot be performed when the spindle cover is open during a cutting operating or while the machine is paused Procedure e Close the spindle cover In VPanel click the Attach Detach icon qu WT Setup Preferences Magazine Length Offset Dis Offset Register TRL Attach Detach 7 l User Coordinate System h2 0 0h 0 0h ae X 0 T 0 0 mm r Distance to Destinati MEEA a NWARNING This procedure CD oanemes makes the machine operate Before E DR susana ae you perform this procedure check F to make sure that operation of the 3 LIN Barre tern tiom ating machine will not create any hazard Ed held tool to stocker or danger O Choose the stocker number x Click Replace To return click Return Attach Detach Magazine Tool 1 Open the magazine cover to enable attachment or detachment Open Magazine Cover d H 2 Mount or change the tool Alternatively remove it Close Magazine Cover d B When done close the magazine cover 3 When mounting or changing the tool specify the tool that is installed Magazine Settings If
25. you should assign offset No 1 to stocker No 1 offset No 2 to stocker No 2 and so on amp NC Code Reference Manual y Set the Z axis Origin It s a good idea to set the Z axis origin only after you ve registered the adjustment values It s sufficient to make the setting for just one of the tools in the magazine For more information refer to the following section er P 70 Example of Setting the Z axis Origin y Start Cutting When you send the cutting data the tool specified by the program is grasped and cutting starts The tool length offset is applied at this time and the cutting in depth stays the same even after changing to the next tool Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting 69 5 3 Examples of Usage of Tool length Offset NC code Mode Example of Setting the Z axis Origin Procedure Use manual tool change to grasp any one of the tools You may grasp any tool whose adjustment value has already been registered Set the Z axis origin for the gripped tool Do this regardless of whether blade alignment was performed manually or by using a tool sensor Return the tool to the magazine Important Note on Setting the Z axis Origin The procedure described above is valid only when offset No 1 is assigned to stocker No 1 offset No 2 is assigned to stocker No 2 and so on Even when you want to make no associations between stocker numbers and offset number
26. 40SA and MDX 540A refer to the MDX 540S 540 User s Manu al 28 Chapter 2 Basic Operation 2 1 Before Installing Preparing the Compressed air Source NNARNING The pressure of the compressed air must be not more than 1 MPa Exceeding this may cause rupture or other serious accident NWARNING Ensure no contamination of the supplied compressed air by any water oils chemicals or foreign objects Components may deteriorate or rupture or the contaminants may be scattered posing a hazard This unit requires compressed air Provide a compressor or other source that meets the following conditions gt Air pressure 0 7 to 1 0 MPa gt Amount of air 50 L min gt Contamination by moisture oils chemicals or other foreign matter is not permitted The air must be dry Attach the piping from the unit as described below Use a suitable air hose gt Hose outer diameter 10 mm polyurethane tube About the Compressor gt Contamination of the compressed air by foreign matter is undesirable Use an oil free compressor gt Moist air may cause rust Use a device equipped with a dryer gt Stable pressure is required Select a source that has an adequate tank capacity gt Be sure to drain periodically Chapter 2 Installation 29 2 1 Before Installing Preparing the Tool Holders Provide tool holders that meet the following conditions Dimensions Taper shank 27 mm 1 06 in or less JBS4002 15T 7 24
27. Chapter 1 Introduction EN Introduction EE 24 ESAS qc D Ee 24 Installable MOdel 5 reete rir en aan 24 Organization of the Documentation ooooncccconncccinnnccccconcccnoncccnnanncn naar cn nana ncn cana 24 1 2 Names and EUrctlons ied eni ciii coe bes Sirve eo ce e EE ve Ee OE 25 External VIEW zc mr nain eine 25 darn een 26 23 1 1 Introduction Features gt This is an optional unit for adding an automatic tool changer ATC to the MODELA Pro Il from Roland DG Corp gt The bolt on design allows easy installation gt The tool length offset feature and automatic tool length measurement feature also make it easy to selectively use tools of different lengths gt Use in combination with a rotary axis unit is possible Installable Model Supported Model gt MODELA Pro II MDX 540S gt MODELA Pro II MDX 540 gt Installation on a machine equipped with either the standard table or the T slot table is possible gt Use in combination with a rotary axis unit is possible gt A compressor or other source of compressed air must be provided separately gt An air hose for connecting the compressed air source to the unit must be provided separately gt The tool holders are not included They must be provided separately Organization of the Documentation Installation and operation this unit require prior knowledge of the handling and operation of the modeling machine Before you read this document be sure to fami
28. Roland MODELA Pro AUTOMATIC TOOL CHANGER ZAT 540 USER S MANUAL K Thank you very much for purchasing this product gt To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product s performance please be sure to read through this manual completely and store it in a safe location gt Unauthorized copying or transferral in whole or in part of this manual is prohibited gt The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice gt The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible If you find any misprint or error please inform us gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product gt Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect to any article made using this product Roland DG Corporation Contents Contents A EET 1 AN To Ensure Safe Use citet inr aia 4 AN Pour utiliser en toute s curit cconcnccccnnnocannancnnnnncnnancnonanaronana cocoa nn KEN nnn KREE nsa nodus saa d dua 12 Important Notes on Handling and Use siessenek a eini dadak 21 Chapter 1 Introduction eege eege EENS an a Rn antenne nia 23 1 1 Introduction EE 24 RENE eege 24 Install ble Model A A
29. ais utiliser dans un endroit expos directement aux rayons du soleil Les composants pourraient se d t riorer ou se rompre sous la pression de l air comprim 9 Ne jamais frapper ni soumettre l objet un impact Les composants pourraient tre endomma g s ou se rompre sous la pression de l air comprim Garder la temp rature de l endroit o l appareil est install dans les limites sp cifi es Ne jamais placer un four ou un appareil de chauffage proximit Les composants pourraient se d t riorer ou se rompre sous la pression de l air comprim 9 Ne jamais endommager le tuyau air le plier ou le tordre avec une force excessive Ne jamais utiliser un article d t rior Un tuyau air endommag risque de se rompre 17 A Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Remarques importantes relativement l extr mit bord coup du tuyau air Le non respect de ces consignes de s curit peut causer une fuite d air ou le d branchement du tuyau air En outre si le tuyau air a t d branch en couper l extr mit avant de le rebrancher S assurer qu il n est pas cras Le bord coup doit tre droit Le garder en bon tat et propre 18 AN Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Vignettes d avertissement Des vignettes d avertissement sont appos es pour qu il soit facile de rep rer les zones dangere uses La signification des vignettes est donn e ci dessous Respect
30. communiquer avec le repr sentant Roland DG Corp autoris Ne jamais placer d objet inflammable proximit de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser de produit inflammable en a rosol prox imit de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser l appareil dans un endroit o des gaz peu vent s accumuler Une combustion ou une explosion pourraient se produire Oo Ne jamais utiliser d huile de coupe Cet appareil n est pas con u pour traiter l huile de coupe L huile peut s infiltrer l int rieur et causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique 9 Ne jamais utiliser d air sous pression Cet appareil n est pas con u pour tre nettoy l aide d un appareil soufflant Des rognures de coupe peuvent s infiltrer l int rieur et causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique S il se produit des tincelles de la fum e une odeur de br l un bruit inhabituel ou un fonctionnement anormal d brancher imm diatement le c ble d alimentation Ne jamais utiliser si un composant est endommag Continuer utiliser l appareil peut causer un incendie un choc lectrique ou des blessures Communiquer avec le repr sentant Roland DG Corp Autoris AN Pour utiliser en toute s curit A Il y a risque que des composants soient projet s ou endommag s ATTENTION ATTENTION Connecter solidement le tuyau air pour viter qu il se d tache Un tuyau sous pression qui se d tache peut fouetter l air de mani re d s
31. connected to the magazine in place with retainers O Remove the screws Tighten the screw to clamp the cabling Cable hose Medium air hose Connector air cylinder use Small air hoses 42 Chapter 2 Basic Operation 2 5 Step 4 Connect and Secure the Cables Grommet Remove the grommet Q Pass the connector for the air cyl inder through the hole Connect the connector E E NN i F EN T N F Pass the cabling for the air cylinder through both sides set Secure the cabling for the air cylinder in place with retainers Be careful to ensure that the cabling does not touch any moving parts freely u Connect the medium air hose Attaching and detaching the air hose To connect Insert firmly as far as it will go M I J ui gt To detach Press and hold the ring and pull out Wi O Attach the motor cover atits original location Reinsert the two grommets at their
32. e they are fitted in are correct amp P 52 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders Have you adjusted the tool change location If the adjustment is misaligned correct tool change is impos sible Try adjusting again amp P 46 2 7 Step 6 Adjust the Tool change Loca tion Is the installation of the magazine unit appropriate If the mounted location of the magazine unit is misaligned correct tool change is impossible Check the installed location again amp P 33 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit Responding to an Error Message This section describes the messages added by installing the unit For other messages see the documentation for the modeling machine Messages If a window like this appears on the computer take action as described below Virtual Panel A A tool remains gripped Use the handy panel to perform a forced release of the tool After release click OK Cancel A tool remains gripped Startup is not possible when a tool remains gripped Follow the procedures for performing a forced release of the tool P 50 3 1 Starting and Quitting Status Box or Handy Panel Display If a message appears in the VPanel Status box or on the handy panel take action as described below Abnormal ATC air pressure The air pressure has dropped during a manual tool change Adjust the air pressure then click Clear Error amp P 45 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air Abnormal ATC
33. eaner Wear dust goggles and a mask Wash away any cutting waste remaining on the hands Accidentally swallowing or inhaling cutting waste may be hazardous to the health N Danger of pinching entanglement and burns WARNING 9 Never attempt operation while wearing a necktie necklace loose clothing or gloves Bind long hair securely Such items may become caught in the ma chine resulting in injury Securely fasten the cutting tool and work piece in place After securing in place make sure no wrenches or other articles have inadvertently been left behind Otherwise such articles may be thrown from the machine with force posing a risk of in jury Exercise caution to avoid being pinched or becoming caught Inadvertent contact with certain areas may cause the hand or fingers to be pinched or become caught Use care when performing operations WARNING Caution cutting tool The cutting tool is sharp To avoid injury ex ercise caution Caution high temperatures The cutting tool and spindle motor become hot Exercise caution to avoid fire or burns A To Ensure Safe Use Danger of electrical short shock electrocution or fire WARNING WARNING Never use out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high humidity may occur Never touch with wet hands Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock 9 Never allow any foreign object to g
34. efore Attach the sensor cable to the Z origin sensor you perform this procedure check After attaching click OK to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any hazard or danger Click OK O Click OK to finish measuring Detach the sensor cable Measurement has Finished Please detach the sensor cable from Z axis sensor This completes the registration of the adjustment values and the preparations for starting tool length offset To use tool length offset in actual operations refer to the pages indicated below P 68 5 2 Examples of Usage of Tool length Offset RML 1 Mode sr P 69 5 3 Examples of Usage of Tool length Offset NC code Mode NNARNING After performing automatic measurement of tool length never needlessly perform replacement with a different tool Doing so makes the adjustment value incompatible with the tool length which may result in cutting in at an unintended depth Errors or mistakes may cause the tool to break and be thrown off forcefully leading to danger of injury 60 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length To Make the Tool Descend Rapidly When it takes a long time for the tool to make contact with the sensor turn the hand wheel on the handy panel counterclock wise Be careful not to make the tool collide with the sensor A collision makes accurate detection impossible If a collision occurs redo the operation from the beginning Opera
35. er les avertissements Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s encrasser yo Ce m m E CH LS LLL TIL Attention risque de pincement Un contact pendant le fonctionnement peut coincer la main ou les doigts ce qui risque de causer des blessures 19 20 Important Notes on Handling and Use This machine is a precision device To ensure the full performance of this machine be sure to observe the following important points Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of performance but may also cause malfunction or breakdown ATC Unit This machine is a precision device gt Handle carefully and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force gt Use within the range of specifications gt Diligently keep clean of cutting waste gt Never attempt to move the magazine cover by hand with undue force Install in a suitable location gt Install in a location that meets the specified conditions for temperature relative humidity and the like gt Install in a quiet stable location offering good operating conditions gt Never use the machine in an environment where silicone substances oil grease spray etc are present Doing so may cause poor switch contact This machine becomes hot gt Never cover the ventilation holes with cloth tape or anything else 21 22
36. erence point Y axis travel 400 o 10 LECA F 25 400 X axis travel Reference point MIBELAFECD MIE SAD m 280 5 155 Z axis travel bo b Ey e E Ti i 9 ILI drm T3 d p REI le 1 O Fr E dk Unit mm Chapter 7 Appendix 83 7 5 Unit Specifications View When Installed T slot Table Reference point Reference point e SE a ollal 9 ez l oo a o s LEE gr 23 400 X axis travel 1 m CROs fit il Tt UNUM S LJ 84 Chapter 7 Appendix Uni
37. es here P 59 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length No Offset A tool that is longer than the adjustment value per forms cutting in that is deeper than intended In such cases increase the value Conversely if the cutting in depth is too shallow reduce the value Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 63 4 4 Starting Tool length Offset When Tool length Offset Starts Tool length offset is activated in the following cases In each of these cases the offsets are applied according to the registered adjustment values You can use the Magazine dialog box to view and check the adjustment values Note however that the adjustment values are all zero by default and unless you change them no offsets are applied RML 1 Mode In the RML 1 mode offsets are always applied according to the registered adjustment values The offset is applied when a tool grasping operation is performed whether according to a command from the computer or by a manual tool change NC code Mode In the NC code mode no offsets are applied unless an offset start command is given in the NC program Note however that offsets are applied only during manual feed after a manual tool change Tool length Offset in a Manual Tool change The following events occur as a result of offset application due to a manual tool change Manual Feed The Z axis coordinate view is updated to reflect the tool length offset Cutting Operations in the RML 1 Mode If the
38. et inside Never expose to liquid spills Inserting objects such as coins or matches or allowing beverages to be spilled into the ventilation ports may result in fire or electrical shock If anything gets inside immediately disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer 9 Never place any flammable object nearby Never use a combustible aerosol spray nearby Never use in any location where gases can accumulate Combustion or explosion may be a danger 9 Never use cutting oil This machine is not designed for the flow of cutting oil Oil may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock 9 Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not compatible with a pneu matic blower Cutting waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock If sparking smoke burning odor unusual sound or abnormal operation occurs im mediately unplug the power cord Never use if any component is damaged Continuing to use the machine may result in fire electrical shock or injury Contact your authorized Roland DG Corp dealer A To Ensure Safe Use A Danger exists of components being thrown off or damaged WARNING WARNING Connect the air hose securely so that it will not come loose Apressurized hose that comes loose may whip about uncontrolled posing a hazard Connect securely Before attempting cleaning maintenance or attachment or d
39. etachment of the air hose or any optional items stop the supply of compressed air and allow the pressure to escape Allowing the equipment to remain under pres sure poses a hazard of flying components When the machine will be out of use for a prolonged period stop supply of com pressed air and bleed off the air pres sure This can prevent an accident Use an air hose of the specified diam eter and having adequate pressure resis tance Otherwise the article may come loose or rupture Keep the supply of compressed air within the specified pressure range Exceeding the specified pressure may result in rupture or other major accident Ensure no contamination of the supplied compressed air by any water oils chemi cals or foreign objects Components may deteriorate or rupture or the contaminants may be scattered posing a hazard o0 0e SG Ga eo Never use in a location exposed to cutting oil solvents chemicals or other such substances Components may deteriorate or rupture under the pressure of compressed air Never use in a location exposed to direct sunlight Components may deteriorate or rupture under the pressure of compressed air O Never strike or subject the object to im pact Components may suffer damage or rupture under the pressure of compressed air Keep the temperature of the installation area within the specified range Never place a stove or heater nearby Compone
40. event rust Before starting operations check to make sure the reading on the meter for the air regulator is within the specified range and adjust as required er P 45 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air Chapter 7 Appendix 77 7 1 Daily Care Care and Maintenance of the Air Regulator NWARNING Before removing the bowl be sure to bleed off the air pressure Failure to do so may cause danger of rupture or thrown off parts WARNING Clean the bowl using a neutral detergent Never use gasoline alcohol thinner or any other solvent Using a solvent may degrade the bowl and cause danger of rupture The air regulator is equipped with a filter that be comes filled with trapped material moisture and dust over time Periodically empty the drain First stop the supply of compressed air and loosen the knob at the bottom of the air regulator a little at a time Material may spray out of the drain at this time Use a cloth or the like to catch the spray and keep it from scattering When the drain is emptied retighten the knob If the interior of the bowl becomes soiled remove the bowl and wash it using a neutral detergent 78 Chapter 7 Appendix 7 2 Inspection and Maintenance Checking the Total Working Time This machine automatically keeps track of time in operation Use this as a general guide for determining when to perform maintenance The time for which the spindle has rotated is taken to
41. for which it is not intended or use the machine in an undue manner that exceeds its capacity Doing so may result in injury or fire Never use a cutting tool that has become dull Perform frequent maintenance to keep and use the machine in good work ing order Unreasonable usage may result in fire or injury e oe e eoe For accessories optional and consum able items power cord and the like use only genuine articles compatible with this machine Incompatible items may lead to an accident Never attempt to disassemble repair or modify the machine Doing so may result in fire electrical shock or injury Entrust repairs to a trained service technician A To Ensure Safe Use AN The cutting waste or workpiece may catch fire or pose a health hazard WARNING CAUTION 9 Never attempt to cut magnesium or any other such flammable material Fire may occur during cutting 9 Keep open flame away from the work area Cutting waste may ignite Powdered material is extremely flammable and even metal material may catch fire When using a vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste exercise caution to prevent fire or dust explosion Taking up fine cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of fire or explosion Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner When the safety of use can not be determined clean using a brush or the like without using the vacuum cl
42. he shape ofthe object you want to create and the tool you use Give careful thought to this ahead of time before you start work Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting 67 5 2 Examples of Usage of Tool length Offset RML 1 Mode Example of Operations up to Starting Cutting This section explains some important points about using an ATC compatible program to perform cutting with multiple tools Mount the Tools Decide on the tools to use for draft cutting finishing and so on and mount them in the magazine Once you ve mounted them it s important not to replace them with others until after you ve finished cutting P 52 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders y Register the Adjustment Values Use automatic measurement of tool length or another method to register the adjustment values er P 57 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset y Make the Program Settings Use the stocker numbers specify which tools to use and when to use them y Set the Z axis Origin It s a good idea to set the Z axis origin only after you ve registered the adjustment values It s sufficient to make the setting for just one of the tools in the magazine For more information refer to the following section P 68 Example of Setting the Z axis Origin y Start Cutting When you send the cutting data the tool specified by the program is grasped and cutting starts The tool length offset is applied at this time and the cutting in depth stays the same
43. hin spacer shim may be present be tween the spindle holder and the Z axis rail slider Reinsert it in its original location without removing it step 4 This shim is designed to improve the installation ac curacy of the spindle Chapter 2 Basic Operation 39 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder Install the air cylinder Stripper bolts Se O Pass the belt through the ATC spindle Q Attach the ATC spindle Tighten the cap screws in the sequence shown in the figure For the belt and the cap screws use the items you removed in step 2 Turn gently and when movement stops tighten 30 further by approx 30 Inner and Outer Sides of the Belt CH The inner side is slick Engage the belt onto the pulley 40 Chapter 2 Installation 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder Keep centered on the pulley Keep centered on the pulley While turning the pulley to break in the belt keep the belt at the correct position Continue by proceeding with 2 5 Step 4 Connect and Secure the Cables Chapter 2 Installation 41 2 5 Step 4 Connect and Secure the Cables Connect and Secure the Cables Procedure Secure the cabling
44. jet s avec force hors de l appareil et causer des blessures Faire preuve de prudence pour viter l crasement ou le coincement La main ou les doigts peuvent tre cras s ou coinc s s ils entrent en contact avec certaines surfaces par inadvertance Faire preuve de prudence pendant l utilisation de l appareil Attention outil de coupe L outil de coupe est ac r Faire preuve de prudence pour viter les blessures Attention temp ratures lev es L outil de coupe et le moteur chauffent Faire preuve de prudence pour viter un incendie ou des br lures 15 16 A Pour utiliser en toute s curit N Risque de d charge ou de choc lectrique d lectrocution ou d incendie N ATTENTION N ATTENTION Ne jamais utiliser l ext rieur ni un endroit o l appareil risque d tre expos de l eau ou une humidit lev e Ne jamais toucher l appareil avec des mains mouill es Le non respect de cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie ou un choc lec trique 9 Ne jamais ins rer d objet tranger dans l appareil Ne jamais exposer l appareil aux d versements de liquides L insertion d objets comme des pi ces de monnaie ou des allumettes ou le d verse ment de liquides dans les orifices de ventila tion peuvent causer un incendie ou un choc lectrique Si un objet ou du liquide s infiltre dans l appareil d brancher imm diatement le c ble d alimentation et
45. la ma nutention de l appareil de le toucher L utilisation ou la manutention incorrectes peuvent causer un accident Utiliser uniquement des accessoires d origine accessoires en option articles consommables c ble d alimentation et autres articles semblables compatibles avec l appareil Les articles incompatibles risquent de causer des accidents Garder les enfants loin de l appareil L appareil comporte des zones et des com posants qui pr sentent un danger pour les enfants et qui pourraient causer des blessures la c cit la suffocation ou d autres accidents graves Ne jamais faire fonctionner l appareil apr s avoir consomm de l alcool ou des m dica ments ou dans un tat de fatigue L utilisation de l appareil exige un jugement sans faille L utilisation avec les facult s af faiblies pourrait entrainer un accident Utiliser l appareil dans un endroit propre et bien clair Travailler dans un endroit sombre ou en combr peut causer un accident l utilisateur risque par exemple de tr bucher malencon treusement et d tre coinc par une partie de l appareil Avant de mettre l appareil sous tension v rifier et s assurer que les environs sont s curitaires S assurer que les mouvement de l appareil ne pr sentent aucun danger s assurer en particulier que personne ne se trouve dans la zone de fonctionnement de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser l appareil des fins au tres que celle
46. length Offset NC code Mode 69 Example of Operations up to Starting Cutting inner 69 Example of Setting the Z axis Originals 70 Chapter o Handy Panel ET 71 6 1 Features Added to the Handy Panel usssrssnnensnnsnnnnnneennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nennen nennen 72 Features Added to the Handy Panel een 72 6 2 Manual Operation of the ATC iii 73 Basic Operation ofthe ATC ie 73 e A O eg 75 AMENA in edd Add Ee 76 nn 76 Bleeding Off Air Pressure rene 76 Cleaning Inside the Magazine COVER sssnnsnninaiteninennanndmnianennamnnntinitinnnn nis 77 Care and Maintenance of the Tool Holders and Spindle Nose res 77 Adjusting the Air E 77 Care and Maintenance of the Air Regulator nee 78 7 2 Inspection and Maintenance aan anna 79 Checking the Total Working Me isaac iia ini a 79 Wheto Replace the Spindle cuina 79 7 3 Whatto RT siii A aia 80 Important Notes on Performing Continuous Cutting for a Prolonged Period ss 80 The AIC de 80 Took change operations fail c ertt eer een 80 Responding to an Error Message rennes 80 7 4 NC Code Specifications orita A 82 Items Related to the Mechanical Specifications of the Machine mm 82 f 5 Unit Specifications viril a IB ee 83 Dimensional Drawings sensn rinitis cionado aia 83 Malget bloe e RR 85 Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright 2006 2012 Roland DG Corporation http www rolanddg com
47. liarize yourself with the handling and operation of the modeling machine This document describes the following gt How to install the unit gt How to adjust and perform maintenance for the unit gt Explanations of features added by the unit For matters not described by this document refer to the documentation included with the modeling machine User s Manual for the MDX 540SA and MDX 540A ATC equipped Models Read the MDX 5405 540 User s Manual together with this manual This manual describes only matters related to the ATC unit Basic matters related to the modeling machine are described in the MDX 540S 540 User s Manual 24 Chapter 1 Introduction u 1 2 Names and Functions External View ATC spindle Magazine Magazine cover e Stocker Z origin sensor Cable hose Air regulator Control box Air hose Chapter 1 Introduction 25 1 2 Names and Functions VPanel Installing the ATC unit enables you to perform operations for items that involve the ATC unit ES MDX 540 RML 1 VPanel File Set Options Help Base Point Move Tool Setup Preferences Magazine Length Offset l User Coordinate system X 0 T 0 0 mm Distance to pesa x i mm y 400 000 mm Y 0 000 m Z 0 000 mm A deg 3 Standby Tool sens Rotaty axis unit Handy panel gt 19 A deg Status Gl Onf 0 min 03 rpm Overrides E Overrides Y Ro x A p 0
48. nces Magazine Je User Coordina NWARNING This procedure BEIENEE makes the machine operate Before you perform this procedure check Install a tool in magazine 1 to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any hazard then click Start Sensing But or danger Click Start Detection 46 Chapter 2 Basic Operation 2 7 Step 6 Adjust the Tool change Location Click OK to finish adjustment Virtual Panel Measurement has finished e Shut down the modeling machine This completes all installation operations Times When Readjustment Is Required In either of the following cases adjust the tool change location again gt When the spindle unit or magazine unit has been reinstalled gt When the installation environment has changed Chapter 2 Installation 47 48 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 3 1 Starting and QUID TEE 50 How to Start the Machine iii 50 How to Shut down 3 2 Mounting the Tool Molders scssi mee 52 Mounting Tool Holders in the Magazine sess 52 About the Stocker Numbers ss et OE OR en eee 54 3 3 Manual Toolschange 5 eR ii 55 Grasping a Tool Holder by Manual Operation 49 3 1 Starting and Quitting How to Start the Machine When this unit is installed the procedure for starting the modeling machine changes slightly Initialization cannot be performed while a tool holder
49. necessary register it as a new tool Operation Using the Handy Panel You can also perform this operation using the handy panel er P 71 Chapter 6 Handy Panel Chapter 3 Basic Operation 55 56 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 4 1 What s the Tool length Offset sssssssssenenm en 58 What s the Tool length Offset ooooooconococinocccconocccconocononnnccnnnnn conan cnn nana ncnnane conan 58 How to Determine the Adjustment Values oocoonocccinoccccncooccconaoccnonancconnncccnnnnnanono 58 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length sse 59 What s Automatic Measurement of Tool Length ssssssssssssss 59 Automatic measurement Procedure rer nennen 59 4 3 Entering Adjustment Values Yourself esse 62 Entering Adjustment Valles cuota ia ed 62 Fine tuning the Results of Automatic Measurement of Tool Length 63 4 4 Starting Tool length Offset sss 64 When Tool length Offset Starts AA 64 Tool length Offset in a Manual Tool change coooccccncccccconcccconaccncnancccnnnancnannnncnannns Correspondences Between Stocker Numbers and Offset Numbers 4 1 What s the Tool length Offset What s the Tool length Offset This feature keeps the position ofthe tool tip from changing during cutting even when you change among tools of different lengths This is useful when you want to use multiple tools selectively to cut a single wo
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51. ng Automatic Measurement of Tool Length This performs the same operation as going to VPanel s Magazine dialog box and clicking the Measure All button For detailed information about automatic measurement of tool length refer to the page indicated below er P 59 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length Chapter 6 Handy Panel Chapter 7 Appendix Pl Daily e 76 CICAMINO RE ee cet T ete 76 Bleeding Off Air Pressure ien en ak 76 Cleaning Inside the Magazine Cover nnne 7T Care and Maintenance of the Tool Holders and Spindle Nose 77 Adjusting Ku El E 77 Care and Maintenance of the Air Regulator oooconocccnnniccconncccconccccnonancnnonencnnonanon 78 7 2 Inspection and Maintenance ernennen ernennen 79 Checking the Total Working Time eee peret ee 79 When to Replace the Spindle sus 79 7 3 What to DO lf EE 80 Important Notes on Performing Continuous Cutting for a Prolonged Period 80 The ATO doesnt operate nee cn cm etre ae 80 Tool change operations fall vs urn 80 Responding to an Error Message ooccococccccnocccononccoconnnconanncnnnnancnnnanccnnannncn nennt 80 7 4 NC Code Specifications esou inci it ic 82 Items Related to the Mechanical Specifications of the Machine 82 125 Unit opecificationis caco 83 Dimensional Drawings iiit ta perderte ala 83 M in Specification Snanam Ded gg ae ee 85 76 7 1 Daily Care Cleaning NWARNING Befo
52. ns the power cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet A To Ensure Safe Use Incorrect operation may cause injury WARNING WARNING Be sure to follow the operation procedures described in this documentation Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the usage or handling of the machine to touch it Incorrect usage or handling may lead to an accident Before attempting cleaning maintenance or attachment or detachment of optional items disconnect the power cord Attempting such operations while the machine is connected to a power source may result in injury or electrical shock Keep children away from the machine The machine includes areas and components that pose a hazard to children and may result in injury blindness choking or other serious accident Never operate the machine while tired or after ingesting alcohol or any medication Operation requires unimpaired judgment Im paired judgment may result in an accident Conduct operations in a clean brightly lit location Working in a location that is dark or cluttered may lead to an accident such as becoming caught in the machine as the result of an in advertent stumble Before switching on the power check and ensure the safety of the surrounding area Make sure that movement of the machine poses no danger including making sure no person is inside the machine s area of operation Never use the machine for any purpose
53. nts may deteriorate or rupture under the pressure of compressed air 9 Never damage the air hose or bend or twist it with undue force Never use an item that has deteriorated A damaged air hose may rupture A To Ensure Safe Use A Important notes about the end cut edge of the air hose Failure to observe these cautions may result in air leakage or easy dislodgement of the air hose Also when a hose has been detached cut off the end before reattaching the hose Ensure that it is not crushed v vv Make the cut edge straight Keep free from damage or soiling A To Ensure Safe Use A Warning Labels Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear The meanings of these labels are as follows Be sure to heed their warnings Also never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured II y A HS HA ms E Caution Pinching Hazard Contact during operation may cause the hand or fingers to become pinched resulting in injury CICR 10 11 A Pour utiliser en toute s curit La manipulation ou l utilisation inad quates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages mat riels Les pr cautions prendre pour pr venir les blessures ou les dommages sont d crites ci dessous Avis sur les avertissements ATTENTION Utilis pour avertir l utilisateur d un ri
54. ordonn e et cr er une situation dangereuse Le fixer solide ment Avant de proc der au nettoyage ou la maintenance de l appareil d y fixer ou d en d tacher le tuyau air ou un accessoire en option arr ter l alimentation en air com prim et laisser la pression s chapper Si l quipement est laiss sous pression il y a risque que des l ments soient projet s Si l appareil doit rester inutilis pendant une longue p riode couper l alimentation en air comprim et purger la pression Cette pr caution peut pr venir un accident Utiliser un tuyau air du diam tre sp cifi et ayant une r sistance appropri e la pression Sinon le tuyau risque de se d tacher ou de se rompre Garder l alimentation en air comprim la pression sp cifi e Appliquer une pression sup rieure la pres sion sp cifi e risque de faire rompre le tuyau ou de causer un accident grave S assurer que l air comprim n est pas con tamin par de l eau de l huile des produits chimiques ou des objets trangers Les composants pourraient se d t riorer ou se rompre et les contaminants seraient projet s ce qui cr erait un danger o 2 ee Ne jamais utiliser dans un endroit expos de l huile de coupe des solvants des produits chimiques ou d autres sub stances similaires Les composants pourraient se d t riorer ou se rompre sous la pression de l air comprim Ne jam
55. original locations Chapter 2 Installation 43 2 5 Step 4 Connect and Secure the Cables Attach the cable retainers EA Connect the two small air hoses Secure the hoses in place with the retainers The joint rotates freely I CO 2 9 9 o Secure the cable hose in place with large retaining bands Ensure that it is not pulled by movement of the spindle Connect the connector to the model ing machine Continue by proceeding with 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air 44 Chapter 2 Installation 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air Supply Compressed Air WARNING The pressure of the supplied compressed air must be not more than 1 MPa Exceeding this may cause rupture or other serious accident Ensure no contamination of the supplied compressed air by any water oils Components may deteriorate or rupture or the contaminants may be scattered O Attach an air hose Secure in place with the small re taining band Attaching and detaching the air hose To connect Insert firmly as far as it will go NWARNING chemicals or foreign objects posing a hazard Small retaining band To the compressed air E source e quu ES d W To detach Press and hold the ring and pull out 11 Once compressed air is being sup
56. re attempting cleaning maintenance or attachment or detachment of the air hose or any optional items stop the supply of compressed air and allow the pressure to escape Allowing the equipment to remain under pressure poses a hazard of flying com ponents NWARNING Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not compatible with a pneumatic blower Cutting waste may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock NWARNING Never use a solvent such as gasoline alcohol or thinner to perform cleaning Doing so may cause fire NWARNING Disconnect the power cord before performing cleaning or maintenance Attempting such operations while the machine is connected to a power source may result in injury or electrical shock NWARNING When using a vacuum cleaner to take up cutting waste exercise caution to prevent fire or dust explosion Taking up fine cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of fire or explosion Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner When the safety of use cannot be determined clean using a brush or the like without using the vacuum cleaner NCAUTION Caution high temperatures The cutting tool and spindle motor become hot Exercise caution to avoid fire or burns gt Carefully clean away cutting waste Operating the machine with a large amount of cutting waste pres ent may cause malfunction gt Never apply lubrication anywhere except at specified locations gt Never
57. release If neither the handy panel nor VPanel is available the tool holder cannot be released and so startup is not possible How to Shut down Before shutting down return the tool holder to the magazine Whenever possible avoid shutting down while a tool holder remains gripped er P 55 3 3 Manual Tool change Chapter 3 Basic Operation 51 3 2 Mounting the Tool Holders Mounting Tool Holders in the Magazine The magazine is a box for storing the tool holders you use for cutting Before you start cutting load it with the needed tool holders Procedure O E HI pr een de se AH Setup Preferences Magazine Length Offset Dis Offset Register IN Attach Detach l User Coordinate System r 0 0h 0 0h 0000 pur X 0 k 0 0 mm r Distance to Destinati Attach Detach Tool r Tool Selection Replace tootin Stocker No 1 v il F Returr held tool to stocker r Attach Detach Magazine Tool r Tool Forced Release Release held tool immediately M Support the tool to keep it from falling then click this button 4 1 Open the magazine cover to enable attachment or detachment Open Magazine Cover i 2 Mount or change the tool Alternatively remove it When done close the magazine cover Close Magazine Cover d E 3 When mounting or changing the tool specify the tool that is installed If necessary register it as a new tool
58. rkpiece Note however that this requires measuring the lengths ofthe respective tools and saving their adjustment offset values in advance The figure below shows an example where the gauge surface of the tool holders is used as the reference Bi 4 Before tool length offset 7 eference S y en gt 4 gt Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment y value A value B value C After tool length offset Tool length B Tool length A Tool length C Tool length Automatic measurement Feature This unit also provides a feature for measuring the tool length automatically Using this can be convenient because it performs all tasks up through saving the adjustment value in a single step P 59 4 2 Automatic Measurement of Tool Length How to Determine the Adjustment Values When you measure tool length yourself you make the distance from the reference position to the tool tip the adjustment offset value However it s best to decide on a clearly defined reference position This figure shows an example where you decide on the reference tool and use the position of its tool tip as the reference In this case the U adjustment value for the reference tool is zero It s
59. s it s necessary for the stocker number to be identical to the offset number for at least one tool Set the Z axis origin for a tool whose stocker number and offset number are the same 70 Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting Chapter 6 Handy Panel 6 1 Features Added to the Handy Panel ss 72 Features Added to the Handy Panel 12 6 2 Manual Operation of the ATC sse emen 73 Basic Operation of the AT Carat nalen 73 71 6 1 Features Added to the Handy Panel Features Added to the Handy Panel Installing this unit adds the following features to the handy panel gt Opening and closing the magazine cover gt Manual tool change gt Tool forced release gt Automatic measurement of tool length The handy panel automatically detects when this unit is installed You don t need to make any special settings 72 Chapter 6 Handy Panel 6 2 Manual Operation of the ATC Basic Operation of the ATC You can perform basic operation of the ATC using the handy panel Note however that this operation cannot be performed when the spindle cover is open during a cutting operating or while the machine is paused P 49 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Procedure O COORD SYSTEM zo SENSE loniGiN SPINDLE Joven RIDE CLEAR
60. s pour lesquelles il est concu Ne jamais l utiliser de mani re abusive ou d une mani re qui d passe sa capacit Le non respect de cette consigne peut causer des blessures ou un incendie QD QD 9 QD QD 9 9 Ne jamais utiliser un outil de coupe mous s Proc der fr quemment aux travaux d entretien pour garder l appareil en bon tat de fonctionnement L usage abusif peut causer un incendie ou des blessures D brancher le c ble d alimentation avant de proc der au nettoyage ou l entretien de l appareil et avant d y fixer ou d en re tirer des accessoires en option Tenter ces op rations pendant que l appareil est branch une source d alimentation peut causer des blessures ou un choc lectrique Ne jamais tenter de d monter de r parer ou de modifier l appareil Le non respect de cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie un choc lectrique ou des blessures Confier les r parations un technicien ayant la formation requise 13 14 A Pour utiliser en toute s curit Les d bris de coupe peuvent s enflammer ou pr senter un risque pour la sant N ATTENTION N PRUDENCE 9 Ne jamais tenter de couper du magn sium ni aucun autre mat riau inflammable Un incendie pourrait se produire pendant la coupe 9 Ne pas approcher une flamme nue de l espace de travail Les rognures de coupe peuvent s enflammer Les mat riaux pulv ris s sont extr me
61. sage of Tool length Offset NC code Mode 69 Example of Operations up to Starting Cutting sssssssses 69 Example of Setting the Z axis Origine 70 5 1 Cutting Area Workpiece Size and Location Where Secured in Place Arrange the workpiece the material to cut frames and the like so that they fit within the determined range Anything extending beyond may strike moving parts Be sure to observe this requirement as failure to do so may result in damage to the workpiece or frame or malfunction of the machine NWARNING Failure to comply may lead to danger of injury by a broken tool thrown out with force Standard Table Maximum workpiece range Maximum workpiece range Unit mm A E i di Cl Een m nu o o o o EM o A T 9 o o o
62. single tool does not exceed 24 hours Also never allow the unit to stand with the tool holder remaining gripped for a prolonged period How to Correct the Problem If It Occurs If the tool holder does not come loose an error occurs and cut ting is interrupted If this happens follow the procedure below to recover 1 Shut down the modeling machine 2 Start the modeling machine and try performing a forced release of the tool p 50 3 1 Starting and Quitting 3 Ifthe tool does not come loose lightly tap the front of the spindle unit using a plastic hammer or wooden mallet Verification after Correcting the Problem After correcting the problem mount the tool holder in the stocker then check to make sure the machine has correctly detected the tool holder Operation is normal if the mounted tool is displayed in VPanel s main window The ATC doesn t operate Is the cable connected to the modeling machine Make sure the cable is connected securely Also make the con nection while the power to the modeling machine is switched off and VPanel is shut down Is the compressed air at the correct pressure Check whether the pressure is within the specified values amp P 45 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air Chapter 7 Appendix Tool change operations fail Are the tool holders mounted securely When mounting tool holders in stockers fit them in firmly as far as they will go Also check to make sure the locations wher
63. sitioning carefully Base plate Cushioning material Remove the screw Open the magazine cover and gen tly pull out the cushioning material Remove the rubber bushing Secure in place with two more cap Screws Cap screws Gently close the magazine cover M8 x 16 mm Chapter 2 Installation Plastic screws M4 x 30 mm e e Orient the hole In this direction 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit No Rotary Axis Unit Install the Z origin sensor For Use in Combination with a Rotary Axis Unit Installation of the Z origin sensor is not required Continue by proceeding with 2 4 Step 3 Attach the Spindle and Cylinder Chapter 2 Installation 35 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit For a T slot Table The installation method differs slightly depending on the type of table If an optionally available T slot table is attached then follow the procedure below to install Procedure O Cap screws QA M8 x 16 mm 36 Chapter 2 Installation From the rear of the modeling ma chine pull in the magazine unit O Slide the T slot nuts into the grooves Loosely tighten the magazine unit in place The T slot nuts are included with the T slot table 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit
64. sque de d c s ou de blessure grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l appareil PRUDENCE Utilis pour avertir l utilisateur d un risque de blessure ou de dommage mat riel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l appareil Par dommage mat riel il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet ind sirable sur la maison tous les meubles et m me les animaux domestiques propos des symboles Le symbole IN attire l attention de l utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les avertissements Le sens pr cis du symbole est d termin par le dessin l int rieur du triangle Le symbole gauche signifie danger d lectrocution Le symbole avertit l utilisateur de ce qu il ne doit pas faire ce qui est interdit La chose sp cifique ne pas faire est indiqu e par le dessin l int rieur du cercle Le symbole gauche signifie que l appareil ne doit jamais tre d mont prise 12 Le symbole pr vient l utilisateur sur ce qu il doit faire La chose sp cifique faire est indiqu e par le dessin l int rieur du cercle Le symbole gauche signifie que le fil lectrique doit tre d branch de la AN Pour utiliser en toute s curit L utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures N ATTENTION N ATTENTION S assurer de suivre les proc dures d utilisation d crites dans la documenta tion Ne jamais permettre quiconque ne connait pas le fonctionnement ou
65. t mm 7 5 Unit Specifications Main Specifications ZAT 540 Number of tools housed 4 Maximum tool length 110 mm 4 3 in Maximum tool diameter 10 mm 0 4 in Maximum tool weight 350 g 0 77 Ib Tool holder format Taper shank JBS4002 15T 7 24 taper Pull stud JBS4002 15P 45 special Tool selection method Direct changing type fixed address specification Compatible compressed 0 7 to 1 0 MPa 50 L min or higher alr Spindle speed 400 to 12 000 rpm 400 to 3 000 rpm for positioning and centering Weight 6 8 kg 15 Ib total weight including spindle magazine control box etc Included items Control box magazine unit ATC spindle air cylinder base plate Z origin sensor spacer Tou plastic screws hexagonal wrenches retaining bands cable retainers User s When this unit is installed the X axis travels of the MDX 540S and MDX 540 are as follows gt Standard table no rotary axis unit 400 mm 15 7 in gt Standard table rotary axis unit present 270 mm 10 6 in 325 mm 12 7 in with expanded X axis travel T slot table no rotary axis unit 400 mm 15 7 in gt T slot table rotary axis unit present 203 mm 7 9 in 258 mm 10 1 in with expanded X axis travel Chapter 7 Appendix 85 86 87 88 For China For EU Countries FRAGA MATAR NAS AA EDO A Lg K Ha Cd OHR Cr VD AZ XA PBB A ABE PBDE ERAI E f A O O O X
66. taper Pull stud JBS4002 15P 457 special 17 mm 0 67 in or more when gripped 33 mm 1 3 in or less 10 mm 0 4 in or less 110 mm 4 3 in or less Weight Ensure that the weight including the end mill and the like is not more that 350 g 0 77 Ib Taper shank portion Gauge surface 7 24 taper le 27 1 5 04 Pull stud portion Unit mm Unit mm 30 Chapter 2 Installation 2 1 Before Installing Overview of the Installation Procedure This is an overview of the installation procedure For the specific steps required to install this unit see the following sec tion Set Up the Modeling machine gt Finish installing the modeling machine installing and setting up the program and other software and connecting the modeling machine to the computer gt If an optionally available T slot table is to be used finish installing it at this time gt If an optionally available safety cover is to be used leave it uninstalled at this time y Install the ATC Unit Install this unit y Install the Rotary Axis Unit When you are using the unit in combination with a rotary axis unit install the ATC unit first before you install the rotary axis unit Important Notes on Installation Operations gt Before installing clean away any cutting waste and any soiling on the installa
67. tion Using the Handy Panel You can also perform this operation using the handy panel e P 71 Chapter 6 Handy Panel Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 67 4 3 Entering Adjustment Values Yourself Entering Adjustment Values When you ve measured tool length yourself follow the procedure below to register the adjustment values Procedure O METE In VPanel click the Length Offset File Set Options Help icon Lp v S Base Point Move Tool Setup Preferences Magazine ues ae 1 uer Coordinate System E 4 GR n X 0 000 O Enter the adjustment value Q Click OK About the Offset Numbers The numbers displayed in the Length Offset dialog box are the offset numbers In the NC code mode the offset numbers may not necessarily be identical to the stocker numbers It s important to remember that for example offset No 2 may be assigned to stocker No 1 In the RML 1 mode it s not necessary to be aware of any differences between stocker numbers and the offset numbers P 64 Correspondences Between Stocker Numbers and Offset Numbers 62 Chapter 4 Tool length Offset 4 3 Entering Adjustment Values Yourself Fine tuning the Results of Automatic Measurement of Tool Length Tool length Offset When necessary you can fine tune the adjustment values obtained by automatic measurement of tool length The Length Offset dialog box is updated with the results of automatic measurement so you change the valu
68. tion surface Any foreign matter that becomes caught between components may reduce accuracy gt For several parts the installation location is determined by butting the part flush against a surface Because accuracy can be reduced by improper contact when doing this carry out such procedures especially carefully About Use in Combination with a Rotary Axis Unit If you intend to use this unit in combination with a rotary axis unit then install this unit first before you install the rotary axis unit If the rotary axis unit is already installed on the machine then it must first be removed About Installation of a Safety Cover If you re using an optionally available safety cover install this unit first and then install the safety cover If the safety cover is already installed then remove it About VPanel Settings VPanel automatically detects this unit when it is installed You don t need to make any special settings Required Setup Operations for the ATC equipped Models For the MDX 540SA and MDX 540A carry out the following operations gt In 2 3 Step 2 Attach the Magazine Unit the procedures for mounting the Z origin sensor p 35 or p 38 gt The procedures in 2 6 Step 5 Supply Compressed Air p 45 Other installation and mounting operations are complete at the time the machine is shipped from the factory Chapter 2 Installation 31 2 2 Step 1 Attach the Control Box Attach the Control Box Procedure

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