Kval MLX, Operation And Service Manual

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How to Access to Bit Assemblies
KVAL MLX Operation/Service Manual
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How to Access to Bit Assemblies
1.
Shutdown the machine and follow the “Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
2.
After machine is locked and tagged out, remove the access plate by loosening and re
the knurled knob screws from the front cover.
3.
Put the access plate and retaining screws aside.
Changing a Tool Bit
The section describes how to change the bit in a tool
.
1.
Turn off all power to the machine. Follow proper
Lockout/Tagout
procedures as
detailed in the safety section of Chapter 1 of this manual.
2.
Measure these parameters:
• Arbor Length - The distance from the collet face to the tool’s cutting edge.
• Tool Length - The distance from the collet face to the tip of the bit.
3.
Compare these measurements to the data in the
Tool Setup Group
in the
Calibrate
Machine
Screen. This screen is accessed by the Setup Button.
4.
Update the data in the
Tool Setup Group
, see “Chapter 2 of the Operation Manual”
Important:
The accuracy of the data
Tool Setup Group
is important. Any errors could
damage tooling or product.
.
Remove and Replace the Router or Pre-Drill Bits
After lockout tagout and access has been obtained to the assemblies, follow these
instructions to remove and replace the router bit or the pre-drill bit.
1.
Measure the parameters listed below:
• Total Tool Length - The distance from the collet
face to the tool’s tip
• Tool Cutting Length - The distance from start of the
cutting area to the tip of the bit.
• Tool Point Length- From the point where the point
starts to the end of the bi t.
2.
Update the data in the
Tool Setup Group
.
Tool Point
Length
Cutting
Length
Total Tool
Length