6 Installing a Tool
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Installing a Tool
The ProMill 8000 comes equipped with a pneumatic drawbar which allows for quick and accurate
manual tool changes. An automatic tool changer (ATC) is available as an optional accessory.
This section provides instructions for manually changing a tool. Instructions for setting up tools in a tool
changer are provided in the documentation supplied with that product.
Safety
Milling tools are extremely sharp. To avoid cutting yourself, it is best to handle them from
the shank, with gloves or a shop rag. Never touch the teeth with your hands!
The procedure for mounting a tool consists of the following steps:
Procedure Outline: Mounting a Tool
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1
Remove the tool holder from the spindle.
2
Insert the tool into the tool holder.
3
Insert the tool holder into the spindle.
