TRAK TRL 1630HSRX, Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List Manual

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Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK TRL Lathe, ProtoTRAK RLX CNC Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List
3.1.18 Limit Switch Error ........................................................................................... 38
3.2 Problems Relating to Machining Results ................................................................... 39
3.2.1 Poor Finish ......................................................................................................... 39
3.2.2 Turning Diameters Out of Round ......................................................................... 40
3.2.3 Cutting Taper ..................................................................................................... 40
3.2.4 Parts Have Incorrect Dimensions ......................................................................... 40
3.2.5 Threading Problems ............................................................................................ 42
3.3 Problems Regarding the Motion of the Machine ........................................................ 42
3.3.1 Run Away Axis .................................................................................................... 43
3.3.2 Slow Down Axis .................................................................................................. 43
3.3.3 Axis Motor Motion Is Not Smooth......................................................................... 43
3.3.4 Vibration in Motion ............................................................................................. 44
3.4 Problem with the Measurements ............................................................................. 44
3.4.1 X & Z-Axis Measurements Do Not Repeat ............................................................. 45
3.4.2 X & Z-Axis Measurements Are Not Accurate.......................................................... 45
3.4.3 The DRO Is Not Counting .................................................................................... 46
3.4.4 X & Z-Axis DRO Counting in Wrong Direction........................................................ 46
3.4.5 X & Z-Axis Electric Handwheels Count in Wrong Direction ..................................... 46
3.5 Problems with the Machine Tool .............................................................................. 47
3.5.1 Spindle Stalls or Turns-Off During Machining ........................................................ 47
3.5.2 Spindle Motor Hums or Will Not Run .................................................................... 47
3.5.3 Spindle Runs Backwards ..................................................................................... 47
3.5.4 Excess Gearbox Noise ......................................................................................... 48
3.5.5 Headstock is Leaking Oil ..................................................................................... 48
3.5.6 Tailstock Barrel is Stiff......................................................................................... 48
4.0 Diagnostics ........................................................................................................ 49
4.1 The Machine Tool & Set-Up .................................................................................... 49
4.1.1 Leveling ............................................................................................................. 49
4.1.2 A Special Word About the X & Z Gib .................................................................... 49
4.1.3 Lubrication ......................................................................................................... 49
4.1.4 Machining Set-Up ............................................................................................... 49
4.2 The Mechanical Drive Train (X,Z) ............................................................................ 51
4.3 Pendant and Computer Module Diagnostics .............................................................. 52
4.4 Motor Diagnostics ................................................................................................... 54
4.4.1 Cable Connections .............................................................................................. 54
4.5 Servo Drivers ......................................................................................................... 54
4.6 Electrical ................................................................................................................ 56
4.6.1 Checking A/C Voltage .......................................................................................... 57
4.6.2 Checking Fuses ................................................................................................... 57
4.6.3 Main Electrical Box .............................................................................................. 57
4.6.4 Computer Module Connections ............................................................................ 57
4.6.5 Cable Connections .............................................................................................. 59
4.7 Door & Gear .......................................................................................................... 59
4.8 Service Codes ........................................................................................................ 60
4.8.1 Software Codes ................................................................................................. 60
4.8.2 Machine Set-Up Codes ........................................................................................ 61
4.8.3 Diagnostic Codes ................................................................................................ 62
4.8.4 Operator Defaults/Options Codes ......................................................................... 63
5.0 Procedures for Replacements & Maintenance ................................................... 64
5.1 Replacements ........................................................................................................ 64
5.1.1 Brushless Motor Replacement .............................................................................. 64