Silca Quattrocode, Operating Manual

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QUATTROCODE Operating manual - English
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7 TEST FUNCTIONS
WARNING: the test functions can be carried out only when the PC is connected to the
QUATTROCODE.
In the event of faults or malfunctioning a search can be made for the part involved by means of a
series of TEST functions run by the PC.
The diagnoses shown here enable the Silca After-Sales Service to recommend remedial action.
Should any faults occur which are not included in the tests, contact the Silca After-Sales Service.
The test function is called up by means of the key
The key is active when the red led is illuminated and the display shows the message:
<TEST ???>
Select one of the functions run by the PC, illustrated in the SILCA QUATTROCODE PROGRAM,
and transmit to the machine.
During the test the display shows the number of the test selected on the PC (except for "Test 401:
Display", page 33). E.g.:
<TEST 101>
To leave the TEST mode, press the TEST key again.
The red led on the TEST key will go out and the display will be cleared of any messages.
7.1 Sensor test
The Quattrocode is provided with a number of proximity sensors for :
- X - Y - Z axes - A (spindle)
- clamp detection
- decoder pocket
- B axis (for future use)
- Z axis adjustment plate
Test 101: X axis sensor (lateral carriage)
- Moving the X axis carriage manually towards the right-hand end of run will activate the sensor
and the display will show:
<TEST 101 OFF>
- Moving to the left the display will show:
<TEST 101 ON>
If no messages appear on the display contact Silca After-Sales Service.
Test 102: Y axis sensor (front carriage)
- When the Y axis carriage is moved by hand slowly towards the external end of run in the
direction of the operator the display will show:
<TEST 102 ON>
- When the carriage is moved towards the machine the display will show:
<TEST 102 OFF>
If the transition from ON to OFF does not occur, contact Silca After-Sales Service.
TEST