Ironwood FX 750 | User Manual
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7.0 Start the Machine
7.1 Control Panel
The control panel on the front of the machine handles all control
functions. It has the following features:
A. Speed indicator
B. Emergency stop
C. Forward/Reverse/Off switch
D. Spindle Reverse light
E. Control Power on Switch
F. Control Power off Switch
7.2 On/Off
Use the following procedure to start or stop the machine:
1. Make certain that the spindle lock is disengaged and that the
front access door is in the closed position.
2. Check rotation of spindle motor by turning motor on and off
very quickly. Observe direction of rotation. If spindle rotation is
backwards, do the following:
a. Turn power off to the machine.
b. Turn off main power supply / disconnect the machine.
c. Open terminal box, remove plastic covers and test with as
multimeter to ensure there is no power at the machine.
d. Swap leads L1 and L2 to change phase rotation.
e. Reassemble terminal and plastic covers.
f. Turn on main power supply / connect the machine
g. Turn power on to the machine.
h. Repeat steps to check direction.
3. Rotate the Forward/Reverse/Off switch to either the forward or
reverse rotation depending on tooling.
4. Push the Control Power On switch to start the machine.
5. To stop the machine, push either the Control Power Off button
(preferred method), or turn the Forward/Reverse/Off switch to
the middle.
In an emergency press the Emergency Stop button.
a. When servicing the machine, press the power off button
and turn the main on/off switch to 0, then place a sign
on machine and install padlock on the main on/off switch
before servicing it.
The electrical cabinet door must be closed except while servicing or
troubleshooting.
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When opening the electrical door, make certain that the main power
switch is shut OFF. Failure to comply with this action may result in
electric shock.
7.3 Reverse Spindle Rotation
Caution
Never attempt to reverse the rotation of the spindle while the motor
or spindle is in motion. Control power will drop out when the switch
is turned to the middle/off position.
To reverse the rotation of the spindle, shut off the motor then rotate
the forward/reverse/off switch after the spindle has come to a
complete stop.
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