Sharp SW-180NC, Instruction Manual

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STARTING AN AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Step 1 – Use manual mode and cut the edge of the workpiece by using the same procedures as those
described under manual operation.
Step 2 – After the trim cut is completed and the saw blade has stopped at the lower limit position,
press the saw blade up button to raise the saw bow until the quick approach bar is
approximately 10mm (0.4inch) above the workpiece.
Step 3 – Turn the Auto / manual switch to manual.
Step 4 – Set your desired cutting length and quantity via the HMI touch screen. A total of 100 sets of
cutting data can be programmed.
Step 5 – Turn the Auto / manual switch to Auto.
Step 6 – Press the saw blade start button and press the saw bow down button to start automatic
cutting.
USING TOP CLAMP FOR BUNDLE CUTTING
Installing top clamp
To perform bundle cutting, use the top clamps and take the following installation procedures.
Step 1 – Install stud bolts on the front and rear vises and position the top clamp.
Step 2 – Connect the top clamp hoses to the pressure joints on the vise hydraulic cylinders.
Step 3 – Position the workpiece for bundle cutting.
Note the allowable clamping width and height. (Refer to Section 2 General Information -
Specifications )