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TECHNICAL DOCUMENT
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Specifications subject to change without notice.
TD10487_PCNC440_ATC_Install_1220A
Before You Begin
1.
From the PathPilot® interface, reference the mill by clicking
Ref Z
,
Ref X
, and
Ref Y
.
2.
Slowly jog the Z-axis down 1-1/2 inches.
IMPORTANT!
You must update your controller to the latest version of PathPilot before installing and
operating the ATC. If you don’t, there’s a risk that the ATC could become inoperable.
3. Update your controller: From the
Status
tab, select
Update
. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. Once
the controller is updated to the latest version of PathPilot, go to Step 4.
4.
Power off the mill. Refer to the
Power Off/On Procedure
detailed below.
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard:
Be sure to power off the machine before making any electrical
modifications. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Power Off/On Procedure
Power Off
1. Push in the red Emergency Stop button
2. From the PathPilot
®
interface, click
Exit
; when prompted, click
OK
to power off
3. Turn the PathPilot controller power strip off
4. Turn the Main Disconnect to the
Off
position
Power On
1. Turn the PathPilot controller power strip on
2. After PathPilot loads, turn the Main Disconnect to the
On
position
3. Turn the red E-stop button clockwise to release
4. Press the green Start button
5. From the PathPilot interface, click
Reset
Partially Disassemble
Before installation, the following items require relocation, disassembly, or partial disassembly:
•
Coolant Hose.
If your mill has a coolant hose installed on the side of the spindle head, you must
relocate it: go to the
Coolant Hose
section.
•
Power Drawbar Button.
If your mill has a power drawbar button installed on the spindle head, you
must disassemble it: go to the
Power Drawbar Button
section.
• Enclosure.
If your mill has a full enclosure, you must partially disassemble it: go to the
Enclosure
section.
If you do not have the previous (optional) accessories, go to the
Mill
section.
