Brobo Group
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3.2. Preparation for Operation
The following procedure is recommended for the correct cutting using the
Brobo Group
SA350/400 Semi-Automatic Saw
PROCEDURE
1. Cleaning
Using a non-flammable & toxic free solvent, clean the machine to remove any corrosion protective coating
prior to use.
2. Power
On
Ensure that both the air & electric power systems are turned on, where applicable. The electrical power
source must be available before any pneumatic functions will operate.
3. Calibration
Upon power-up, the saw needs to be calibrated.
Immediately upon power-up pushing the
STOP/RESET
button will calibrate
the saw. (
Figure 14)
The saw will not respond to any other buttons until it is calibrated.
The saw calibrates by seeking both forward & back. The saw will first seek
back, then forward, & MUST home forward against its base
Ensure
there are no bars
placed across the cutting area.
Once the saw touches the base it will go to the home position, briefly run the blade & wait for the
next command.
4. Angle
Adjustment
To adjust the cutting angle, untighten the quick action handle, as shown
in
Figure 10
. Fine-tune the angle required, then re-tighten the quick
action handle.
5. Vice Clamp Setting
Place the cutting specimen you wish to cut into the vice clamps.
With a pneumatic vice, manually adjust the clamps so that the jaws
are clamped firmly to the workpiece or with a clearance of
3 - 7mm
.
(Figure 16)
(For correct clamping of material, please refer to
section 2.3 Advice
for the Operator
).
Position the vice clamps & component as close to the blade as
possible without interfering with the travel of the blade or guard.
Vice relocation is required whenever the head angle is altered.
Figure 16
.
Clamp Clearance 3-7mm
Figure 14
.
Stop/Reset Button (Calibration)
Figure 15
.
Quick Action Handle
WARNING - BLADE CHANGE
Calibration of the saw must be done after every blade change. Not doing so may result in the blade
cutting into the base of the saw or actuator jamming. Ensure that the saw is turned off during blade
changes.
WARNING
–
SAFETY
GEAR
Protective clothing, safety glasses and gloves should
always
be worn while loading parts,
operating the machine, or undertaking any maintenance work on the saw.
