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Operating Instructions

Release: June 13, 2013

EK Vario Engraver VE 600

full size (A3) / half size (A4)

Summary of Contents for VE 600

Page 1: ... Page 1 of 25 Operating Instructions Release June 13 2013 EK Vario Engraver VE 600 full size A3 half size A4 ...

Page 2: ...Operation 7 5 Operation 11 6 Cleaning and Care 16 7 Accessories 17 8 Fault Rectification 19 9 Technical Data 20 10 Packing Instructions for the VE 600 21 11 Safety Instructions 22 12 Contact Information 25 Operating Instructions Content EK Vario Engraver VE 600 full size A3 half size A4 ...

Page 3: ...xing plates for different engraving materials Engraving materials in thickness of up to 2 5 mm can be worked Special solutions up to a height of 10 mm are also possible Universal voltage supply of 100 240V AC PC interfaces USB connection 2 0 Command language HPGL Material fixing by means of vacuum fixing plate or adhesive mat option Firmware update for VE 600 possible by means of PC connection and...

Page 4: ...consignment is complete Please keep the outer packing so that the device can be transported safely when it comes to servicing The scope of supply consists of the following components 1 Vario Engraver VE 600 2 Mains power cable 3 USB data cable 4 Operating Instructions 5 Engraving spindle with engraving needle 5 mm 15 ...

Page 5: ...5 Scope of Supply for the VE 600 engraver 6 Connection cable for engraving spindle 7 Suction hose for engraving unit 8 Connection cable for vacuum cleaner 9 Stand tube 10 Clamp for hose and engraving spindle cable ...

Page 6: ... switch 5 Fuse 6 Mains connection 7 USB connection 8 Operating panel keypad 9 Engraving arm 10 Contact surface for zero setting of the engraving needle 11 Retaining pins for support plates 12 Engraving head 13 Engraving depth indicator 14 Mounting for cable and hose stand 2 4 5 6 11 Segment 1 Segment 2 11 9 8 12 7 1 3 10 14 13 ...

Page 7: ...ower cable provided to a socket which has been installed in the regulation manner The VE 600 has a variable input AC voltage of 100 240V 50 60Hz The mains cable is exchangeable and can be adapted to various different countries with different mains plugs The mains power connection is located on the top left hand side of the VE 600 which is where you insert the mains cable provided Next to are the c...

Page 8: ...switched off into the bottom right hand corner Connect the engraving spindle cable to the spindle and tighten the screw connection of the plug to hand tightness Now as shown in the illustration lay the cable in a loose loop and clamp it into the clamping element of the stand Connect the other end of the cable to the VE 600 and likewise tighten the screw connection to hand tightness Now plug the su...

Page 9: ...on automatically and switches off again when the process has ended 4 8 Changing the vacuum cleaner filter Conventional commercial vacuum cleaner bags are used for the vacuum cleaner Replacement bags can be obtained from us or via a retail outlet To change the vacuum cleaner bag actuate the catch on the vacuum cleaner The cover with the suction hose and vacuum cleaner bag will open Before taking th...

Page 10: ...ation manner Now connect the vacuum cleaner connection cable supplied with the engraver to the switch box and to the VE 600 and tighten the screw connections to hand tightness Connect the suction hose fitted to the VE 600 to the adapter provided and plug the hand piece of the vacuum cleaner into the rubber sleeve Plug the mains cable of the vacuum cleaner into the socket of the switch box and turn...

Page 11: ...ransferred data from the PC Interruption or breaking off the engraving activity 5 1 Switching the VE 600 on and off Turn the device on or off using the mains switch When the device is switched on the engraving arm moves into the upper right hand corner of the processing area and carries out auto calibration The green display lights up when the device is switched on The device is now ready for oper...

Page 12: ...sets the engraving needle to the zero position Note If there is no audible signal when the engraving head is lowered turn the depth adjuster to the right until the signal does sound Then turn it by one latch engagement position to the left The signal will go out and the zero position is set Press the button in order to zero the nos of the indicator 5 5 HIGH LOW rotational speed of engraving spindl...

Page 13: ...ble for materials up to dimensions of 400x300 mm The thickness of the material must not exceed 2 5 mm The adhesion mat secures the engraving material against sliding 2 Universal support plate DIN A4 with vacuum connection The universal support plate is suitable for materials up to dimensions of 200x300 mm The thickness of the material must not exceed 2 5 mm The support plate has a vacuum connectio...

Page 14: ... depth indicator The setting of the engraving depth is carried out by rotating the depth adjuster By turning it to the right the depth of the engraving is increased and by turning it to the left it is reduced When you actuate the depth adjuster you will feel a latching engagement With each engagement the engraving needle is set higher or lower by 0 05 mm Once you have turned the adjuster by one re...

Page 15: ...es In order to ensure the correct length of the engraving needle only use engraving needles supplied exclusively by EK TEAM with the identification ring We cannot undertake any guarantee for script quality or damage to the units if other makes are used Caution The tips of the engraving needles are highly sensitive and must be treated very carefully Avoid damaging the tips If they are damaged the q...

Page 16: ...carefully Please use the spindle in dust free areas only An excessive dust burden will lead to the sensitive bearings becoming clogged with dust and then wearing out rapidly Never use compressed air to clean the spindles because that will remove the lubricant from the ball bearings Do not use any lubricants when engraving Never clean the engraving spindle with water If despite this dust particles ...

Page 17: ...0025 Engraving needle 60 1 0 mm Engraving needle 60 Set of 2 3 4 5 7 1 0 Engraving needle 90 2 mm Engraving needle 90 3 mm 3501 0026 3501 0027 3501 0028 Engraving needle 90 4 mm Engraving needle 90 5 mm Engraving needle 90 7 mm Engraving needle 90 1 0 mm 3501 0029 3501 0010 3501 0011 3501 0012 Engraving needle 90 Set of 2 3 4 5 7 1 0 Engraving needle 35 2 mm Engraving needle 35 4 mm 3501 0013 3501...

Page 18: ...6 for Engraving and Plotting half size DIN A4 Vacuum Vacuum cleaner bags 5 bags 3502 0000 Adapter set to connect with 3400 0057 standard vacuum cleaners Converter compressed air to vacuum 3491 0012 Vacuum pump for vacuum support plates 3491 0011 Universal support plate 3490 2117 90x100 mm Universal support plate 3490 2116 60x100 mm Universal support plate 3490 2115 30x100 mm Optical measurement to...

Page 19: ...etween the VE 600 and the spindle is connected Refer to the instructions in the script creation software VarioSign Has the correct output device been selected Check the interface cable Engraving is not being carried out cleanly Poor script image and or burr formation on the engraved characters Check the engraving needle If the tip is broken off or damaged the engraving needle must be replaced Chec...

Page 20: ...onal reliability EN 55022 B EN 61000 4 2 bis 6 EN 61000 4 11 Dimensions A3 660 mm A4 440 mm x 440 mm x 125 mm 25 98 inch A4 17 32 inch x 17 32 x 4 92 inch Weight A3 approx 8 85 kg 17 64 inch A4 approx 7 kg 15 43 inch Engraving spindle Rotational speed min 5000 RPM max 50 000 RPM Torque 6 Ncm Frequency 83 830 Hz Power consumption max 60 W Clamping jaws Shaft diameter 3 mm 12 inch Clamping mechanism...

Page 21: ...Page 21 of 25 10 Packing Instructions for the VE 600 Two corner pieces Two corner pieces Middle piece to protect the y arm Engraver inside the box Box with accessories Complete inside the box ...

Page 22: ...ed switches must be replaced at a customer service workshop Do not use any electrical devices on which the switch does not allow it to be turned on and off Keep away from children Do not allow other people to touch the electrical device or the cable Keep other people away from your work area Only allow the electrical device to be handled by trained personnel Young persons may only operate the elec...

Page 23: ...ed Check the extension cable regularly and replace it if it becomes damaged Keep the devices dry and free of oil and grease Store your electrical device safely Unused electrical devices should be deposited or stored in a dry place off the ground or locked away out of reach of children Caution Follow these instructions without fail For your personal safety and to secure the intended function of the...

Page 24: ...ly Disconnect the device from the mains socket by pulling the plug not the cord All repairs including replacement of mains power supply components must be performed by a qualified service technician Instructions de sécurité Conserver ces instructions dans un endroit sûr Cet appareil répond aux normes techniques et satisfait toutes les règles de sécurité Le courant utilisé doit être identique à cel...

Page 25: ...Page 25 of 25 12 Contact information Technical Support and Service 49 40 853749 00 www ek team de info ek team de EK Team GmbH Schnackenburgallee 43 45 22525 HAMBURG Germany ...

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