Kval MLX, Operation And Service Manual

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Powering Operations for the MLX
KVAL MLX Operation/Service Manual
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Powering Operations for the MLX
This section describes how to power up and to power down the
MLX.
Important: Learn all safety precautionary controls on the machine.
Powering up the system includes:
• Applying power to the entire system
• Starting the Control Circuit
Powering down the system includes:
• Shutting down the control power
• Removing power from the entire system
How to Power Up the MLX
1.
Ensure factory air is applied to machine
and main air supply is turned on.
2.
Check that all
E-Stop
buttons are out and
safety gates are closed.
Note:
A pop-up is displayed on the user screen
if an
E-Stop
is pressed.
3.
Make sure the electrical disconnect in the
electrical cabinet is turned to the ON posi
-
tion.
4.
Switch the green
Control Circuit
switch to
the ON position.
5.
Push the green
Start Machine
button to
“boot up” the machine.
Note:
Boot up may take 2 to 3 minutes.
6.
When the machine is ready to operate, all
status lights will be illuminated.
Note:
See “Description of the Light Tower” on
page 2-33.Home the MLX
The
MLX
must go through a homing routine before any
operations are performed. The homing routine sets a zero
reference from which the
MLX
measures its movement
and cutting process.
If power is lost or the
MLX
is re-set, the homing routine
must be performed again to reset the zero reference.
Don t Forget
Air ON
Closed Gates and E-Stops
Turn ON E-Box Disconnect
Control Circuit -ON
Start Button- ON