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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
ProtoTRAK SMX, K2, K3 & K4 & Retrofit Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service and Parts List Manual
5.0 Procedures for Replacements
& Maintenance
5.1 Replacements
5.1.1 Servo Motor Replacement
WARNING!
Do not work with the Servo Motors unless the power is disconnected from the
machine. The servomotors are run by 110 VAC. There is possibility of death by
electrocution!
1.
Turn off power to the machine.
2.
Each motor is mounted by the use of (4) ¼ - 20 screws. Be careful not to over tighten these bolts and strip the
threads.
5.1.2 Servo Driver Replacement
WARNING!
Do not work with the Servo Drivers unless the power is disconnected from the
machine. The servo drivers are run by 110 VAC. There is possibility of death by
electrocution!
The Servo Driver for each axis is integrated into the servo motor casting.
WARNING!
Always engage (push in) the Emergency Stop switch, turn the ProtoTRAK SM Control
off, and disconnect the servo motor/driver cable at the cable breakout box.
1.
Press in the Emergency Stop.
2.
Remove the servo motor/driver assembly from its mounting bracket.
3.
Remove the 10 cap screws that hold the servo driver and its heat sink plate to the motor casting.
4.
Disconnect the cable connector. Do not pull on the wires.
5.
Reinstall the new servo driver with its heat sink plate. Be certain the gasket properly seals the assembly.
6.
Reinstall the motor/driver assembly. Make certain the belt is tight so that there is little play if pinched in the
middle.