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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK TMC Mills with ProtoTRAK RMX CNC Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List
2.6.2
Leveling Procedure
1.
Set the TMC7 and TMC10 machines on its 4 leveling pads L1, L2, R1, & R2 on a solid, level floor
prepared in accordance with the state and local rules for machine tool installation. For the TMC5,
adjust the level with L1, L3, R1 and R3.
2.
Clean the table thoroughly and place 1 or 2 precision Spirit levels or electronic levels in the center
of the table in the positions illustrated in figure 2.6.2b.
CAUTION!
If using 2 levels, make sure each level is measuring correctly. To check, place the level in one direction
and note reading and then flip 180º and see if the reading is the same. If not, have the level
recalibrated.
3.
On the TMC7 and TMC10, leveling is achieved by using leveling screws R1, R2, L1 and L2. See
figure 2.6.1b. Adjusting screws R3 and L3 should be left loose with the leveling pads and have no
pressure at this time. A 36 mm wrench is required to adjust the leveling bolts.
4.
On the TMC5, leveling is achieved by using leveling screws R1, R3, L1 and L3. See figure 2.6.1a.
Adjusting screws R2 and L2 should be left loose or just snug with the leveling pads and have no
pressure at this time. A 36 mm wrench is required to adjust the leveling bolts.
5.
On the TMC12 and TMC14, set all 10 leveling pads touching the ground. Leveling is achieved by
using the seven leveling screws C1, L1,
L2, L3, R1, R2, and R3. See figure 2.6.1c.
All seven are tightened with about equal
torque while adjusting screws C2, L4 and
R4 should be left loose left loose with the
leveling pads and have no pressure at
this time. A 36 mm wrench is required to
adjust the leveling bolts
6.
With the precision levels placed on the
worktable as shown in 2.6.2b, level the
TMC
to within 0.0005”/10 in.
7.
If the machine must be anchored to the
floor, follow the general instruction for
installing machine tools when anchoring.
8.
If the machine must be installed on
vibration mounts/pads (rubber,
commercially available leveling and
vibration mounts, etc.) follow the
instructions delivered with the
mounts/pads, ordering them to satisfy
the load of the machine and the
maximum weight of the workpiece
(~10,000 lb.).
9.
When machine is correctly leveled, lock
the adjusting screws in place with their
hex nuts. See figure 2.6.2a.
Figure 2.6.2a
