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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK TMC Mills with ProtoTRAK RMX CNC Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List
4.8.2.5
Code 501: Set Z Tool Change Height
Sets the location, relative to home, where the Z axis will change its tools for the Automatic Tool Changer.
This will need to be set if the Z motor or Z ballscrew is ever replaced. Major changes to the Z limit
switches or limit switch cams may also require this. See service code screen for instructions.
4.8.2.6
Code 505: Over Travel Limits
When entering this service code, both the soft limits will be disabled so as to allow for setup or
troubleshooting. If a soft limit is triggered, it will stop the motor from moving any further, but will not
fault out or kill power to the motor.
In addition to the DRO, the motor index angle for each axis relative to the limit switch can be seen. This
is to ensure that the index pulse for the motor is close to 180 degrees when it hits the limit switch. This
is done to obtain maximum reliability when the machine performs its homing routine. The angle should
be 180 d/- 45 degrees. Values from 135 to 225 degrees are acceptable. Failure to set this
correctly may cause the machine to not home properly which can lead to major problems.
1.
SOFT LIMIT ON / OFF
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You can choose to toggle the soft limits on or off. They will default to
off when entering this service code, but will always turn back on after exiting.
2.
In order to find the index angle, you manually select the desired axis and then carefully move it
using the handwheel. When the home switch banner lights up on the screen you are able to
view the index angle.
4.8.2.7
Code 510: Electronic Spindle Setup
Use these service codes to setup or troubleshoot the electronic spindle.
1.
CAL RPM
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Running this routine will automatically calibrate the spindle over several increments
from its minimum to maximum rated speed. The process should take between 1-2 minutes to
complete.
2.
ORIENT SPINDLE
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This sets the orientation of the spindle in relation to the ATC when the
machine performs a tool change. Follow the instructions on screen to set or verify the orientation
of the spindle.
a)
ATC IN
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Brings the ATC in towards the spindle. Make sure the Z axis is high enough to
clear the ATC before using.
b)
ATC OUT
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Moves the ATC back out and away from the spindle.
c)
ORIENT ON / OFF
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Pressing this button will make the spindle turn to the orientation
offset that is currently saved, and hold position. Pressing it again will release the spindle
so that it can be turned manually if necessary.
3.
ENC CHECK
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Use to verify the spindle encoder is functioning properly. For every revolution of
the spindle, you should see 4096 counts on the screen. The counts should also reset to 0 once
the encoder reaches the index pulse. You can turn the spindle manually, or use SPIN SPEED to
enter an rpm, and press FWD to power on the spindle.
