Safety

Section

This safety section covers information for: VMCs 5, 10, 15, 15XT, 2016L, 2216,
3016, 3016L, 3020, 4020, 4020A, 4525, 5020A, 6030, 6535 and 8030; Rotary
Tables VH65, TR65, and V300 (400) MM; and VH5C Indexer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................... 1
MODIFICATIONS, ALTERATIONS, AND CHANGES.............................................................................................. 3
SAFETY WARNINGS ...................................................................................................................................... 4
GENERAL..................................................................................................................................................... 7
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 8
PICTORIALS ................................................................................................................................................. 8
POTENTIAL HAZARDS TO PERSONNEL ............................................................................................................ 8
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND OPERATING CONDITIONS (CE SPECIFICATIONS) .................................................. 8
ELECTRIC SHOCK ......................................................................................................................................... 9
SHARP EDGES ON CUTTING TOOLS ................................................................................................................ 9
ROTATING CUTTING TOOLS ........................................................................................................................... 9
NOISE ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
NOISE (CE COMPLIANCE)............................................................................................................................... 10
COMPRESSED AIR (CE COMPLIANCE).............................................................................................................. 11
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................................... 12

SAFETY LABELS ........................................................................................................................................ 14

LBL-0123 .................................................................................................................................................... 14
LBL-0129 .................................................................................................................................................... 15
LBL-0158 .................................................................................................................................................... 15
LBL-0127 .................................................................................................................................................... 15
LBL-0130 .................................................................................................................................................... 16
LBL-0163 .................................................................................................................................................... 16
LBL-0126 .................................................................................................................................................... 17
LBL-0128 .................................................................................................................................................... 18
LBL-0125 .................................................................................................................................................... 19
LBL-0235 .................................................................................................................................................... 20
LBL-0131 .................................................................................................................................................... 21
LBL-0263 .................................................................................................................................................... 21
LBL-0187 .................................................................................................................................................... 22
LBL-0234 .................................................................................................................................................... 22
LBL-0124 .................................................................................................................................................... 23
LBL-0040 .................................................................................................................................................... 24
LBL-0036 .................................................................................................................................................... 24

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS..................................................................................................................... 25

4020S ......................................................................................................................................................... 25
5020A, 4020A, 4020, 3016L, 2216, 2016L, 15, 15XT ...................................................................................... 27
6030, 8030.................................................................................................................................................. 29
4525, 3020.................................................................................................................................................. 33

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CE SAFETY LABELS................................................................................................................................... 37
LBL-0431 small (CE) LBL-0434 large (CE) ........................................................................................................ 37
LBL-0432 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 37
LBl-0132 (CE) ............................................................................................................................................... 38
LBL-0435 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 38
LBL-0460 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 39
LBL-0430 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 39
LBL-0436 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 40
LBL-0433 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 40
LBL-0443 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 41

PROHIBITIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 42
LBL-0441 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 42

REQUIRED ACTIONS ................................................................................................................................. 43

LBL-0439 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 43
LBL-0440 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 43
LBL-0442 (CE) .............................................................................................................................................. 44
LBL-0438 small (CE) LBL-0437 large (CE) ........................................................................................................ 44

CE SAFETY LABEL LIST AND LOCATION ................................................................................................ 45

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The information in this document is reviewed regularly and any necessary changes will be incorporated in
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Material is subject to change without notice.

This manual is for the exclusive use of Fadal Customers and Distributors. The reproduction, transmission
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© Copyright 2001 Fadal Machining Centers.

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MODIFICATIONS, Do not modify or alter this equipment without the written approval of Fadal
ALTERATIONS, AND Machining Centers. Unauthorized changes may lead to hazardous conditions.
CHANGES Address any questions to Fadal’s Service Department.

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SAFETY WARNINGS 1. WARNING! WEAR ANSI or CE APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES AT ALL TIMES.
Everyday glasses are not designed for protection. Only ANSI or CE
approved safety glasses have impact resistant lenses. Hearing protection
must be worn when operations exceed 90 (85 CE) decibels.
2. KEEP DOORS CLOSED WHILE MACHINING.
3. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties,
rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that might get caught in moving parts or
areas of potential electric shock. Non-slip footwear is recommended.
4. CONTAIN LONG HAIR. Tie long hair back and wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
5. USE A NIOSH OR CE APPROVED DUST MASK OR RESPIRATOR. Protection
is recommended when cutting operations are dusty, or exceed the permis-
sible exposure limit.
6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Good housekeeping practices encourage safety.
7. Read SPINDLE, MANUALLY LOADING & UNLOADING A HOLDER in the
Operator’s Manual.
8. DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR
ALCOHOL, PRESCRIBED OR OTHERWISE.
9. READ THE SAFETY WARNINGS SUPPLIED WITH ALL TOOLING.
10. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best perfor-
mance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubrication
and for changing accessories.
11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Always check that keys and
wrenches are removed from tools and tooling before starting the machine.
12. DO NOT EXCEED THE MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM RPM
FOR THE TOOL. When tools are placed in the spindle, verify the current
RPM commanded in the control before starting the spindle.
13. SECURE TOOLS PROPERLY IN THEIR HOLDERS.
14. SECURE WORK. Use common machining practices for holding (fixturing)
material to be machined.
15. REMOVE ALL TOOLS FROM THE SPINDLE AND TOOL CHANGER before ser-
vicing and changing accessories such as tooling, fixtures, indexers, the tail
stock of a fourth axis and any fourth axis or fourth-fifth axis combination,
etc.
16. ALWAYS DEBUG A NEW PROGRAM before running it in the AUTO mode.
(See DEBUG PROGRAM in the User’s Manual.)
17. The machine tool MUST be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent
wiring system, or to a system having an equipment-grounding conductor.

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18. DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE IN AN UNSAFE ENVIRONMENT. Do not
use the machine in damp or wet locations, or expose to rain. Keep the work
area well lighted.
19. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. Tools are designed to perform properly and safely at
proper rates. Keep tools sharp.
20. USE THE CORRECT TOOL. Do not attempt to use tools or attachments to
perform a job for which they were not designed.
21. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Use a
steady object for support when reaching over the machine.
22. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Power off the machine
at the main disconnect switch and use the proper lockout/tagout proce-
dures while working within the chip enclosure, or when there is potential for
a release of energy.
23. POWER OFF THE MACHINE AT THE MAIN DISCONNECT SWITCH AND LOCK
OUT WHEN WORKING INSIDE ANY OF THE ELECTRONIC CABINETS.
24. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Refer to the User’s Manual for FADAL
recommended accessories. Unapproved accessories increase the risk of
injury.
25. NEVER STAND ON OR IN THE MACHINE. Besides the risk of slipping or fall-
ing, serious injury could occur if a tool is unintentionally contacted.
26. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Always check all parts for binding, break-
age, and any other condition that will affect the proper operation of the
machine and/or increase the risk of injury. Damaged or missing parts must
be repaired or replaced BEFORE operating the machine.
27. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED. Turn the power off to the
machine when leaving the machine unattended. Never leave the machine
until it comes to a complete stop.
28. DO NOT DISCONNECT THE FRONT DOOR SAFETY SWITCHES.
29. )WIPE UP SPILLS. Immediately cover with absorbent material and wipe up
coolant and oil spills around the machine. Correct the cause of the leakage
to prevent any hazards.
30. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION OF THE MACHINE MUST BE DONE BY A QUAL-
IFIED ELECTRICIAN.
31. ONLY FADAL OR FADAL DISTRIBUTOR FACTORY AUTHORIZED INDIVIDU-
ALS MAY INSTALL THE MACHINE.
32. USE PROPER SAFETY GLOVES WHEN HANDLING SHARP OR JAGGED
EDGES. Do not wear gloves around rotating machinery.

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33. DO NOT USE AIR HOSES TO BLOW CHIPS OFF YOUR BODY OR CLOTHES.
Serious injury to your eyes, hearing, and skin could result. Do not blow
towards others.

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GENERAL A carelessly or improperly operated VMC can cause serious injury or death as
well as damage or destruction of equipment. The emergency and safety
procedures in this manual are to help users operate the VMC in a safe manner.
The warnings in this manual follow accepted industry safety practices. Tasks
involving toxic materials must be reviewed and approved by an industrial
hygienist or safety engineer.

Fadal has no control over the applications the operator may use the VMC for
and is not responsible for injuries or equipment damage. Read and understand
the User’s Manual. The safe use and disposal of all hazardous materials
processed or used by the VMC is the responsibility of the user. All safety
warnings and procedures must be followed.

It is the sole responsibility of the user to comply with all local, state, national
(Federal), and international and environmental safety laws and regulations
applicable to the VMC and its use.

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WARNINGS AND This manual contains information that will assist qualified operators and
CAUTIONS maintenance personnel. Unqualified operators should never attempt to operate
or perform maintenance on the VMC.

PICTORIALS Pictorials are used within warnings to rapidly communicate a hazard to the
reader. The pictorials and their meaning are given in this section. A diagram of
the locations and types of warnings that are physically attached to, or
engraved on, the VMC is also included.

POTENTIAL The most serious potential hazards associated with the VMC are:
HAZARDS TO • electric shock
PERSONNEL • sharp edges on cutting tools
• rotating cutting tools
• noise
• compressed air

PHYSICAL FADAL VMCs meet or exceed the environmental requirements stated in EN

ENVIRONMENT AND 60204-1:1992 section 4.4.
OPERATING Electromagnetic Compatibility meets or exceeds the levels specified by EN
CONDITIONS (CE 50081-2:1993 and EN 50082-2:1995.
SPECIFICATIONS) Ambient air temperature conforms as specified in EN60204-1:1992 section
4.4.2 (+5 deg C to +40 deg C).
Humidity conforms as specified in EN60204-1:1992 section 4.4.3 (relative
humidity 30% to 95% non-condensing).
Altitude conforms as specified in EN60204-1:1992 section 4.4.4 (maximum
altitude without derating exceeds 1000 meters above sea level).
Contaminants conform as specified in EN60204-1:1992 section 4.4.5.
Equipment is not intended for use in a corrosive atmosphere. Equipment that
will be used in an environment with excessive amounts of fine conductive
particulate matter (e.g. graphite) must be ordered with the graphite restraint
package.

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ELECTRIC SHOCK The VMC has numerous subsystems powered by high voltage electricity. This
electricity is not a hazard during most operations, however certain
maintenance operations conducted by qualified individuals may require the
defeat of interlocks so that power may be maintained during diagnostics or
adjustments tasks. Under no circumstances should the operator defeat any
interlock.

Read all applicable manuals and follow their warnings to prevent accidental
electric shock. Operators must never remove shields or panels, nor should
operators bypass or otherwise disable interlocks.

SHARP EDGES ON Cutting tools have sharp edges that could lead to a serious cut. The tools used
CUTTING TOOLS on the VMC are stored in a tool tray when not being used. Under most
circumstances they pose no threat to operator or maintenance personnel. It is
possible for personnel to come into contact with stationary cutting tools during
job setup or when replacing cutting tools for any reason. Extreme care must be
taken to avoid coming into contact with the sharp edges on cutting tools.

ROTATING CUTTING Rotating cutting tools used by the VMC create potential hazards of
TOOLS entanglement. A cutting hazard is also possible if the operator comes into
contact with rotating cutting tools. The Polycarbonate shield is equipped with
an interlock to prevent the VMC from operating when the shield is opened.
Under no circumstances should operators disable or remove the interlocks.

If the interlock is not functioning properly, qualified maintenance personnel

should be notified and the VMC must not be used until it is functioning properly.

Prior to starting any job, the operator on the VMC should inspect all of the
cutting tools being used to ensure they are in good condition and free of
defects such as cracks. The operator should also insure that only the
appropriate cutting tools for the material being machined are present.

Using the wrong tool or using a damaged tool could result in the failure of the
tool or material being machined. Failure of either could lead to pieces of either
the tool or the material being ejected at extremely high speed. Ejection of either
could lead to serious injury or death to personnel in the vicinity. Major
equipment damage could also be sustained.

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NOISE Exposure to occupational hazardous noise or prolonged exposure to noise
above 90 decibels may cause permanent hearing damage. The amount of
noise the VMC produces varies by the type of material, speed of the cut, and
several other factors.

To prevent loss of hearing from the noise of an operating VMC, hearing

protection must always be worn by personnel exposed to noise above 90
decibels or above. The level of protection required may vary because of
variation in the amount of noise being produced by the VMC. To insure
adequate hearing protection is attained, compliance with OSHA standards is
required. Consult a qualified industrial hygienist or safety engineer to insure
adequate protection prior to operating the VMC.

NOISE (CE Exposure to occupational hazardous noise or prolonged exposure to noise

COMPLIANCE) above 85 decibels may cause permanent hearing damage. The amount of
noise the VMC produces varies by the type of material, speed of the cut, and
several other factors.

To prevent loss of hearing from the noise of an operating VMC, hearing

protection must always be worn by personnel exposed to noise above 85
decibels or above. The level of protection required may vary because of
variation in the amount of noise being produced by the VMC. To insure
adequate hearing protection is attained, compliance with CE standards is
required. Consult a qualified industrial hygienist or safety engineer to insure
adequate protection prior to operating the VMC.

Continuous equivalent A-weighted sound pressure at workstation is 77dB(A) or

less when tested according to Annex D of prEN 12417.

The figures quoted are emission levels and are not necessarily safe working
levels. While there is a correlation between the emission and exposure levels,
this cannot be used reliably to determine whether or not further precautions are
required. Factors that influence the actual level of exposure of the workforce
include characteristics of the work room, the other sources of noise, etc. i.e.,
the number of machines and other adjacent processes. Also the permissible
exposure level can vary from country to country. This information, however, will
enable the user of the machine to make a better evaluation of the hazard and
risk.

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COMPRESSED AIR Compressed air poses a potential hazard from flying debris. Under normal
(CE COMPLIANCE) conditions the compressed air may not present a hazard to the operator. Failure
of any component of a compressed air system may cause parts to be ejected
at high speed. Operators and maintenance personnel must always wear eye
protection that meets OSHA standards and ANSI standard Z87.1 (or CE
standards) when working on systems that use compressed air.

The operator may also use their shop’s compressed air to remove debris from
material being machined. If shop air is used for this purpose, it must be done
in accordance with OSHA or CE standards. Alternative means of debris
removal, such as debris rakes, should be considered. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE OPERATOR ATTEMPT TO REMOVE DEBRIS
WHILE THE VMC IS RUNNING. Consult a qualified industrial hygienist or safety
engineer to insure debris removal is accomplished in a safe manner and in a
manner that complies with local, state, national (Federal), and international
regulations.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY Compliance with the following safety practices is required to safely operate the
PRECAUTIONS VMC:

1. Never work alone on live electrical circuits. Another person qualified to turn
off power to the VMC must be present when voltage is 600 or over. That
person must also know CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and company
emergency procedures.
2. Never wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing while working on the VMC. Long
hair should be secured and under a cap.
3. .Wear eye protection when operating or maintaining this machine.
4. Never operate this machine without all guards, safety shields, and inter-
locks in place and functioning properly.
5. Report any unsafe conditions to the supervisor immediately. Do not operate
this machine until the unsafe condition has been resolved. If the operator is
not familiar with a condition, consult an industrial hygienist or safety engi-
neer for approval prior to proceeding.
6. Comply with all local, state, national (Federal), and international (CE) regu-
lations pertaining to the handling, processing or disposal of hazardous
materials used in conjunction with VMC operations.
7. Do not leave electrical cords where they may be tripped over. Secure all
electrical cords and compressed air lines connected to the VMC.
8. Keep a UL or CE approved fire extinguisher close to the VMC and make sure
all personnel know the location of the fire extinguisher.
9. Do not turn the VMC on or try to operate it if there are explosive or flamma-
ble gases present.
10. Do not install substitute parts or modify the VMC without consulting a
safety engineer. Contact FADAL or your local distributor for authorized
repair parts and service.
11. The Polycarbonate viewing panels are an integral part of the safety enclo-
sure for the VMC. They must be inspected at least monthly for any signs of
reduced effectiveness (such as cracking or crazing) and replaced immedi-
ately if such signs or other indications of reduced effectiveness are noticed.
Furthermore, tests have indicated that coolants can reduce the effective-
ness of the panels over a period of time, therefore the panels should be
replaced, regardless of condition, at least every two years.

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12. The Polycarbonate shield is equipped with an interlock to prevent the VMC
from operating when the shield is opened. Under no circumstances should
the operator disable or remove the interlocks. If power is lost to the VMC,
the spindle will free wheel for 30 seconds. Under no circumstances should
the operator open the Polycarbonate shield before the spindle stops rotat-
ing completely.
13. The machine is not intended for use with flammable or harmful sub-
stances.
14. Take appropriate additional safety precautions and measures when work-
ing with magnesium, wood, or other combustible materials.
15. Dust removal equipment is needed when working with dust-producing
materials or procedures.
16. Due to danger of slips or falls on a wet or oily surface, table and enclosure
floor should be clean and dry before using them for maintenance access.
17. Do not enter enclosure area unless machine is off and power is locked out.

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SAFETY LABELS
LBL-0123

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LBL-0129

LBL-0158

LBL-0127

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LBL-0130

LBL-0163

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LBL-0126

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LBL-0128

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LBL-0125

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LBL-0235

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LBL-0131

LBL-0263

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LBL-0187

LBL-0234

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LBL-0124

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LBL-0040

LBL-0036

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SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
4020S

LBL-0129
LBL-0234 LBL-0123

LBL-0234 LBL-0123 LBL-0163

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LBL-0235
LBL-0125

LBL-0128

LBL-0234

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5020A, 4020A,
4020, 3016L, 2216,
2016L, 15, 15XT

LBL-0128 LBL-0263

LBL-0126

LBL-0263

LBL-0128
LBL-0235

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LBL-0125

LBL-0125

LBL-0235

LBL-0127

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6030, 8030

LBL-0123
LBL-0128

LBL-0263

LBL-0235

LBL-0128

LBL-0263

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LBL-0235

LBL-0126

LBL-0129
LBL-0124

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LBL-0235

LBL-0125

LBL-0123

LBL-0163

LBL-0128

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LBL-0128

LBL-0263

LBL-0235

LBL-0128 LBL-0263

LBL-0235

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4525, 3020

LBL-0126

LBL-0036

LBL-0123

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LBL-0128

LBL-0123

LBL-0128 LBL-0263
LBL-0126

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LBL-0128

LBL-0263

LBL-0036

LBL-0235

LBL-0125

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LBL-0235

LBL-0125

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CE SAFETY LABELS
LBL-0431 small (CE)
LBL-0434 large (CE)

Cutting of Fingers or Hand / Rotating Cutter

Cutting tools can seriously injure. Never place any part of your body near
rotating tools. Do not operate this machine unless the doors are closed and
the door interlocks are working.
LBL-0432 (CE)

Hand Entanglement / Belt Drive

Rotating pulleys and belts can seriously injure. Never place any part of your
body near rotating or moving parts. Always insure that guards are in place
before operating this machine.

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LBl-0132 (CE)

Electric Shock / Electrocution

Hazardous voltages in this enclosure can kill. Do not operate with the door
open. Servicing should be done by qualified personnel only. Lockout the
power before servicing.
LBL-0435 (CE)

Flying Debris and Loud Noise

Flying objects from this machine may injure. Always wear safety glasses when
operating this machine. Do not operate this machine with the doors open or
the enclosures removed. Also, noise from this machine can damage hearing.
Always wear ear protection when operating this machine.

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LBL-0460 (CE)

Flying Debris
Flying debris and compressed air can cause eye injuries. Do not perform
maintenance on pressurized systems. Disconnect the air source before
performing maintenance. Always wear eye protection when performing
maintenance on compressed air systems.
LBL-0430 (CE)

Skin Puncture / Pressurized Air

Compressed air can seriously injure. Do not perform maintenance on
pressurized systems. Disconnect air source before performing maintenance.
Always wear eye protection when performing maintenance on compressed air
systems.

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LBL-0436 (CE)

Leg or Body Entanglement / Auger

Auger can serious injure or kill. Keep body parts out of the auger system at all
times. Turn off the machine and lockout the power before doing maintenance
inside the enclosure.
LBL-0433 (CE)

Hand Crush / Moving Parts

Automatic pallet changer door will crush hands. Stand clear when the door is
closing.

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LBL-0443 (CE)

Hand Crush / Force from Side

Automatic pallet changer can crush hands. Do not place hands or any part of
the body in the path of a moving pallet.

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PROHIBITIONS
LBL-0441 (CE)

Do Not Operate with Guard Removed

Do not operate this machine with the doors open or the guards removed.
Moving machinery and rotating cutters can seriously injure or kill.

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REQUIRED ACTIONS
LBL-0439 (CE)

Wear Eye Protection

Flying objects may injure. Always wear safety glasses when operating this
machine.
LBL-0440 (CE)

Wear Ear Protection

Noise from this machine can damage hearing. Always wear ear protection
when operating this machine.

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LBL-0442 (CE)

Consult Operator's Manual

Read and understand the Operator's Manual before operating this machine.
This machine must be operated by qualified personnel only,

LBL-0438 small (CE)

LBL-0437 large (CE)

Lockout Electrical Power

Whenever servicing the machine, turn the machine off and lockout the power.
Turn off the machine and lockout the power before working in this cabinet.

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CE SAFETY LABEL LIST AND LOCATION

Location Domestic or old Labels CE Labels

ATC Slide Arm Plate LBL-0129 LBL-0432 (1009B-ISO),

LBL-0438 (6011B-ISO)

Spindle Belt Guide LBL-0129 LBL-0432 (1009B-ISO),

(inside spindle cover) LBL-0438 (6011B-ISO)

Front by Pendant LBL-0123, LBL-0163 LBL-0435 (3002A-ISO),

LBL-0439 (6040A-ISO),
LBL-0440 (6041A-ISO),
LBL-0442 (6126A-ISO)

Tool Turret Cover LBL-0136 LBL-0136 (revised)

Tool Changer Cover LBL-0127 LBL-0434 (1007A-ISO)

Head (Spindle) Cover LBL-0435 (3002A-ISO),

LBL-0130 LBL-0439 (6040A-ISO),
LBL-0440 (6041A-ISO)
LBL-0137,-0138, or -0139 LBL-0137,-0138, or -0139 (revised)

Right Front Door LBL-0124 LBL-0140 LBL-0431 (1007B-ISO),

LBL-0441 (6060B-ISO)
(LBL-0140 deleted after doors locked)

On Control, Transformer, and Pendant Cabinet LBL-0128, ---

Doors LBL-0131 LBL-0131 (6010A-ISO)

Inside of Control, Transformer, and Pendant LBL-0125 LBL-0235 LBL-0131 (6010A-ISO),

Cabinets LBL-0437 (6011A-ISO)
(B size labels used in Slant Control cabinet - LBL-
0461, LBL-0438)

Grounding Labels LBL-0133 (chassis ground) LBL-0133, LBL-0186 (same)

LBL-0186 (Protective Earth input)

Flood, Mist, RS-232 Outlets LBL-0192, LBL-0192, LBL-0188, LBL-0189 (same)

LBL-0188, LBL-0189

On Chiller Cabinet LBL-0300 LBL-0300 (same, 3 languages)

Chiller Outlets LBL-0191, LBL-0190 LBL-0191, LBL-0190 (same)

CNC Power Button LBL-0038 LBL-0038 (same)

Air Regulator LBL-0126 LBL-0430 (1120B-ISO)

LBL-0146 LBL-0460 (3021B-ISO)
keep LBL-0146

Maintenance & Pull Stud labels LBL-0036, LBL-0037 LBL-0036, LBL-0037 (same)
Translated versions must be used for non-English
speaking countries.

CE --- LBL-0141

Left Side LBL-0123 -----

On Control and Transformer Cabinet Doors LBL-0263 ----

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Main Disconnect, Aux. Disconnect, and Motor LBL-0132 LBL-0132 (6010C-ISO)
Starter Enclosures

Main Disconnect LBL-0134, LBL-0134 (I5007a-D),

LBL-0135 LBL-0135 (I5008a-D)

Next to Main Disconnect (Inside) LBL-0187 keep LBL-0187

Translated versions must be used.

Main Disconnect inputs (U,V,W) LBL-0142, LBL-0143, LBL-0142, LBL-0143, LBL-0144 (same)
LBL-0144

Auger - by left and right access panels, lower LBL-0234 LBL-0436 (5004A-ISO)
left of front door

Pallet Changer Base (front & rear) ---- LBL-0443 (1042B-ISO)

Pallet Changer Door LBL-0158 LBL-0433 (1099A-ISO)

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Table of Contents

Power On/Off ...................................................................................................................................... 3

Pre-Startup Checks ................................................................................................. 3
Power On for System 97/99 ..................................................................................... 4
Automatic Cold Start................................................................................................ 5
Wrong Power Off Procedure ..................................................................................... 6
Auto Startup Program.............................................................................................. 7
Power Off Procedure................................................................................................ 9

Pendant................................................................................................................................................ 11
Video ON/OFF Switch............................................................................................... 11
Optional Stop Switch ............................................................................................... 11
Block Skip Switch .................................................................................................... 11
Keylock.................................................................................................................. 12
Alternate NOEDIT Feature......................................................................................... 13
Positioning Read Out Display .................................................................................... 13
How to Display the Position Read-out:........................................................................ 14
Axis Load Display.................................................................................................... 14
Manual Data Input Display........................................................................................ 15
Large Format Display............................................................................................... 15
Modes ................................................................................................................... 15
Quick Keys Menu .................................................................................................... 16
Edit Menu............................................................................................................... 16
Functions Menu ...................................................................................................... 16
Using the Command Mode ....................................................................................... 16
Cursor in the Command Mode .................................................................................. 17
Using the Delete Key ............................................................................................... 18
Using the Menu Mode .............................................................................................. 19

Jog Mode............................................................................................................................................. 21
Jog Using the Manual Pulse Generator....................................................................... 21
Jog Using the Keyboard........................................................................................... 22
Jog Using the Remote Manual Pulse Generator ........................................................... 22
Jog Using the Vector Jog for 5 Axis Head................................................................... 23
Single Step, Jog Away From..................................................................................... 24
Slide Hold, Jog Away From ...................................................................................... 25
Waiting Stage, Jog Away From ................................................................................. 26

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Run Mode............................................................................................................................................. 29
Auto, Running a Program ......................................................................................... 29
Waiting................................................................................................................... 30
Changing Modes ..................................................................................................... 30
Manual Pulse Dry Run .............................................................................................. 31
Dry Run.................................................................................................................. 32
Single Step ............................................................................................................. 33
Slide Hold............................................................................................................... 34
Mid-Tape (Program) Start ......................................................................................... 34

Emergency Stop.................................................................................................................................. 37
Emergency Stop ...................................................................................................... 37

Formats................................................................................................................................................ 39
Formats ................................................................................................................. 39
Changing Parameters............................................................................................... 40
Saving Parameters .................................................................................................. 40
FORMAT 1 Parameter Settings .................................................................................. 41
FORMAT 2 Parameter Settings .................................................................................. 42
FORMAT 1 Program Example #1 ................................................................................ 43
FORMAT 1 Program Example #2 ................................................................................ 44
Notes on FORMAT 1 Style Programming:.................................................................... 46
FORMAT 2 Program Example .................................................................................... 47
Notes on FORMAT 2 Style Programming:.................................................................... 49
Viewing the Software ID Number................................................................................ 50

Spindle 53
Manual Operations .................................................................................................. 53
Spindle, RPM Established from MDI ........................................................................... 54
Using the Spindle ON/OFF Button .............................................................................. 55
Spindle, Loading a Holder from the ATC ..................................................................... 55
Spindle, Unorient to Turn by Hand ............................................................................. 55
Spindle, Orient ........................................................................................................ 56
Spindle Reversed While Using Jog ............................................................................. 57

Tool Changer ....................................................................................................................................... 59

Turret (ATC), Open for Loading; Using the TC,1 Command............................................ 59
Tool Changer Crash ................................................................................................. 59
Turret Loading, Putting Tools in the Tool Changer ........................................................ 60
Turret (ATC), Establish Tool Order; Using the SETTO Command..................................... 61

Coolant 63
Using the Coolant 1 and Coolant 2 Buttons ................................................................. 63
Coolant-Through Spindle .......................................................................................... 63

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Commands .......................................................................................................................................... 65
Command Use Summary ......................................................................................... 66
Viewing Error Messages ........................................................................................... 68
AU COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 68
BL COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 69
CD COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 71
CH COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 72
CO COMMAND........................................................................................................ 75
CS COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 75
DE COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 76
DNC COMMAND...................................................................................................... 76
Direct Numerical Control, Using a Server Program ....................................................... 77
FO COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 78
Viewing the Fixture Offset Table ................................................................................ 80
Changing the Fixture Offset Information ..................................................................... 81
IN COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 81
LE COMMAND......................................................................................................... 83
LI COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 85
MD COMMAND ....................................................................................................... 86
ME COMMAND........................................................................................................ 87
NE COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 87
NU COMMAND........................................................................................................ 88
PA COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 88
Program Editing Using PA ........................................................................................ 88
Background Edit ..................................................................................................... 89
To List The Program ................................................................................................ 90
To Insert Between Lines ........................................................................................... 90
To Search The Program ........................................................................................... 91
To Change a Line .................................................................................................... 92
To Delete a Line ...................................................................................................... 92
To Run a Single Line From the Program ..................................................................... 92
To do a Direct Mid-Program Start .............................................................................. 93
PR COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 93
To Use the Program Library Menu: ............................................................................ 94
RI COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 95
USING THE SETTO COMMAND.................................................................................. 96
SETP COMMAND..................................................................................................... 96
CS COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 97
Establishing part home using an edge finder:.............................................................. 97
Establishing part home using an indicator: ................................................................. 98
SETH COMMAND .................................................................................................... 99
SL COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 99
Tool Length Offsets, Purpose and Use in Program ....................................................... 101
SP COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 102
SU COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 102

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TA COMMAND......................................................................................................... 105
Adding a Program to the End of the Program in Memory............................................... 107
Output, to Tape Punch or Computer ........................................................................... 107
TC,1 COMMAND ...................................................................................................... 108
Tool Changer Crash ................................................................................................. 108
Turret Loading, Putting Tools in the Tool Changer ........................................................ 109
TO COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 110
UT COMMAND......................................................................................................... 110
VT COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 113
CNC 88HS GRAPHICS MENU..................................................................................... 113
Plotting Options....................................................................................................... 114

Index..................................................................................................................................................... 117

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This reference covers the following Vertical Machining Centers:

VMC-15
VMC-15XT
VMC-2016L
VMC-2216
VMC-2216HT
VMC-3016
VMC-3016L
VMC-3016HT
VMC-3020
VMC-4020
VMC-4020HT
VMC-4020A
VMC-4525
VMC-5020A
VMC-6030
VMC-8030

© Copyright 2001 Fadal Machining Centers.

All rights reserved.

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Section 1: Power On/Off

Pre-Startup Checks 1) Check the oil levels. The sight glass on the
reservoir should be showing one inch or more
of oil (See Figure 1-1). The spindle oiler may
have oil in it for as long as six months. The
way-lube oiler may run out of oil in one week.

Note: See maintenance manual for specifications

on the way-lube and spindle oil. Figure 1-1 Oil reservoir and
sightglass.
2) Check the Air Pressure Gauges to verify they
are set to at least 80-100 PSI (See Figure 1-
2). Air is used to change belt ranges in the
spindle, orient the spindle, activate the tool
in-out cylinder, and for the air blast during a
tool change.

Note: Water is collected and released

Figure 1-2 Air pressure
automatically by the air pressure regulator. If gauges.
an excessive amount of water continually
flows from the bowl, it is advisable to install
an additional water trap in the air line going to the VMC.

3) Refill the flood coolant level to avoid depletion

of coolant when programs are running. The
Coolant Level should be filled to one inch from
the top of the tank (See Figure 1-3).

Figure 1-3 Coolant tank fill

level.

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4) Check the Spindle Cooler Reservoir once a
month. Keep the fluid level filled to one inch
from the top of the reservoir (See Figure 1-4).

Figure 1-4 Spindle cooler

reservoir.

5) Power on the VMC. On the main power box,

lift the knife switch to the upward position.
Next, press the green power-on button that is
located above the main powerbox (See Figure
1-5). The power button must be depressed
for a minimum of two seconds.

Figure 1-5 Main power box

and green power button.

Power On for System The Fadal logo will display on the monitor screen of the pendant when the
97/99 VMC is powered on (See Figure 1-6).

Figure 1-6 Screen display following power-on.

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Automatic Cold Start The SYSTEM 97 program is designed to automatically find the origin of the
machine (alignment of the x, y, and z-axis). The pendant screen displays the
distance it takes for the machine to move to its origin.

! WARNING: If the SYSTEM 97 cold start initialization has been aborted, it

is the responsibility of the operator to manually cold start the VMC. To
Manually Cold Start the VMC, use the following wrong position start-
up procedure.

1) From the power-on screen display (See Figure 1-7), press the START
button on the pendant.

a. The machine will move to

the origin position speci-
fied on the screen display.

b. From the origin position,

the machine will perform
the cold start procedure
automatically.

Figure 1-7 Power-on screen display.

2) Cold start is complete when the Last Home Position screen is displayed
(See Figure 1-8).

a. The last home position

screen will not be dis-
played if an auto start-up
program is stored in the
memory.

b. The auto start-up program

is named O9998 (See Auto
Start-up program).

c. After the auto start-up pro-

gram executes, the last Figure 1-8 Last Home Position screen.
home position screen is
displayed.

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3) Press the START button to begin motion to the last home position
established by the set commands.

Wrong Power Off If the VMC was improperly powered off, the wrong power off screen, shown in
Procedure Figure 1-9, will display.

Figure 1-9 Screen display when VMC is

improperly powered off.

WARNING: Before cold starting the VMC, use jog to align the axes to the

!
cold start marks. When using the jog mode before the CS command is
used, the machine will go into emergency stop if the operator jogs to the
physical limits. The physical limits are located .25 inches beyond the
software limits.

Note: See also CS Command in “Commands” section (Section 10).

1) Press the MANUAL key until the enter next command prompt is displayed
or, from the quick keys menu, press the jog key.

2) Press the JOG key and align each axes at the alignment marks within .05
inches of each other (See Figure 1-10).

3) Press the MANUAL key until the enter next command prompt is displayed.
Type CS and press the ENTER key.
4) Wait. The machine will find the axis origin.

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5) This procedure is complete when the move to last home position screen is
displayed (See Figure 1-11).

a) The last home position will not display if an auto start-up program is
in memory.
b) The auto start-up program is named O9998. (See auto start up pro-
gram)
c) After the auto start-up program is finished, the move to Last Home
Position screen will be displayed.

Figure 1-11 Last home position.

6) Press the START button to begin motion to the last home position
established by the set commands.

Auto Startup The Auto Startup Program allows a user to enter into memory a program that
Program will be used exclusively for power-on or warm-up. This program must be
numbered O9998. After power-on, the program is activated and is ready to run
if the operator presses the START button. When the program is finished, the
control will automatically switch to the previously active program. In the past, if

a c

b
X-axis alignment. Y-axis alignment. a. Bottom of head casting. b. Z-axis
alignment mark. c. Z-axis alignment.
Figure 1-10 X, Y, and Z alignment points.

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a warm-up or start-up program was used after power-on, it had to be accessed
in the program library and activated. The operator then entered the auto mode
to run it and then would switch back again. This action is now automatic and
saves time for the operator.

1) Write the start-up program and store it in memory by heading the program
with O9998. The O9998 number is what makes this an automatic program.

2) After the cold start or the initialization, this program will become active.
Press the AUTO key to run the program when the waiting message is
flashing. Press the MANUAL key to exit the program when the waiting
message is flashing.

3) When the program is finished, with the waiting message flashing, the
operator can run the program again by pressing the AUTO key or exit the
program by pressing the MANUAL key.

Note: If the startup program ends with an M2, the operator will have an
opportunity to run the program as many times as they need. If the program
ends with nothing (no M0, M1, M2, or M30) when the program ends, the
control will automatically switch to the previously active program.

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Power Off Procedure The Fadal CNC 88HS can be turned off at any time without loss of memory
because of the battery backed memory board.

The power-on procedure states that the axis markers must be aligned before
the CS command is used. This can be accomplished by jogging the axes until
the markers are in line. However, these markers can be aligned before the
power is switched off, making the power-on procedure quicker.

Power Off 1) From the command mode, type “SETCS” and press the ENTER key.
2) Type HO and press the ENTER key.

3) Wait for the light to flash and the word “waiting” to blink on the screen.
Press the START button for the machine to move to the cold start position.

4) On the main power box, place the knife switch in the down (off) position to
power off the VMC.

Note: For SYSTEM 97, follow the power-off procedure as outlined above or;

1) Press the MANUAL button until the control is in the command mode or the
quick keys, edit, or functions menus are displayed on the screen.
2) Power off the machine. Place the knife switch, of the main power box, in the
downward position.

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Section 2: Pendant

Video ON/OFF When the machine is idle for long periods of time, the video screen should be
Switch turned off. This is necessary when the machine is left on overnight. If the
machine is left on overnight, press the EMERGENCY STOP button before
leaving the machine.

Optional Stop Switch Place the OPTIONAL STOP switch

in the upward position to activate
the optional stop code in the
program. The control will display
“opt” in the third box bottom line
of the position display (See
Figure 2-1).

1) The program must have an M1

code. Figure 2-1 “Opt” is displayed when the
OPTIONAL STOP switch is on.
2) The program will stop on the
line with the M1 code.

3) If the program does not have codes to turn the spindle on and coolant on
again after the M1 code, the operator must turn these on manually.

Block Skip Switch Place the BLOCK SKIP switch in

the upward position to activate the
block skip code in the program.
The control will display “blk” in the
third box bottom line of the
position display (See Figure 2-2).

1) The program must have the “/

” code before the line number.
Figure 2-2 “Blk” is displayed when the
2) The program will skip the line
BLOCK SKIP switch is on.
with the “/” code.

Note: A sequence number with a

“/” is used for block skip. The block skip feature cannot be used in the

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middle of the line. It must appear before the sequence number.

EXAMPLE: N4 Z.25 F20.

/N5 L101 * With the block skip on, the program will skip line five.

N6 X2.4 *With the block skip on, this line will be machined after line N4

To add a “/” to a sequence number:

1) From the page mode (PA) or edit mode, move the cursor to the line you
want to edit.

2) Press the C key to change the line.

a. Press the / key.

b. Press the ENTER key two times.

Keylock The key lock on the pendant is used to protect the

program from unauthorized editing. When any of the
commands that can alter the program are used, the
message “command prohibited by key lock”
appears. This feature also prohibits the PU
command.

To prohibit program editing:

1) Put the key into the key slot on the pendant (See Figure 2-3 KEY LOCK
Figure 2-3). used to protect
unauthorized editing of
2) Turn the key so the slot is in the horizontal programs.
position.
3) Remove the key and store it in a secured area.

To allow program editing:

1) Put the key into the key slot on the pendant.

2) Turn the key so the slot is in the vertical position.

Note: See also NOEDIT feature.

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Alternate NOEDIT The NOEDIT feature is used to prohibit the operator from editing or punching
Feature (downloading) the program in memory. The only thing allowed is to delete the
program from memory. Any editing should be accomplished in an editor
outside the machine and then resend the program to the machine.

1) On the line with the O word type a comment with the word NOEDIT within
the first sixteen characters.

EXAMPLE: N1 O6 (NOEDIT FACE PLATE

Positioning Read Out Figure 2-4 shows the sections and the purpose of each section used in the
Display positioning read-out display. a: Position readout. b: Axis load or following error.
c: Distance to go. d: Programmed RPM (“S9000”). e: Programmed Turret
location (“T1”). f: Actual RPM. g: Programmed feedrate (“F100”). h: Active “G”
codes. i: Active tool offsets. j: Last executed “M” code. k: Actual feedrate
(“95”). l: Optional stop on (“OPT”). m: Running buffer. n: Current program. o:
Current fixture offsets (“E1”). p: Block skip on (“BLK”). q: Tool load
compensation.

a b

d f
e
c
i
h
g
k l
j BLK OPT m
n o p
q

Figure 2-4 The upper portion of the monitor screen showing the positioning read-out display.

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How to Display the 1) Press the JOG button to see the positioning read-out.
Position Read-out:
2) From the command mode, type MD then press the ENTER button or press
the MANUAL button to see the positioning read-out.
3) Press the AUTO button to see the positioning read-out.

The position read-out is showing the position of the tool in relation to the
position set to zero by the SET (axis), SETH commands (or in relation to the
cold start position before the SET (parameter) commands are used).

If a program contains the code G92, all positions are relative to the position
preset by the G92 code.

When fixture offsets are used, the read-out is relative to the active fixture offset
home position.

Note: When jogging in the metric mode .01 in.=.254 mm, .001 in.=.0254 mm,
.0001 in.=.00254 mm. The minimal move in the metric mode is .00254
mm (even though the positioning read-out displays three places after the
decimal).

Axis Load Display The axis load amperage can be displayed for the AC Brushless axis systems.
The axis load can be displayed directly to the right of each axis position
displayed at the top of the screen. The default setting is axis following error.

1) To select load percentage, the operator must type SETP from the command
mode.

2) Press the space bar two times to get to the last page of the machine
parameter pages. Press the ENTER, D, or U key to move the cursor to the
axis display selection.

3) Select load percentage so that the machine will display axis load. Then
press the MANUAL key to exit the parameters page.

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Manual Data Input The MDI screen will display the

Display modal codes in effect and the
distance to go. This screen is
similar to the positioning read-out
screen in Auto (See Figure 2-5).

Figure 2-5 Manual Data Input.

Large Format Depressing the = key during Auto

Display will enable the large format screen
(See Figure 2-6). To return to the
normal screen press the = key
again.

Note: On the 32MP controller, hold

down SHIFT key and press the
+ key.

Figure 2-6 Large Format Display.

Modes 1) The control works in different modes of operation. Each mode of operation
has a specific job to perform.

EXAMPLE: The list mode is used only for listing the program to the screen. The jog mode
is used only for jogging the tool.

2) The command mode is the upper most mode and it acts like a dispatch
center for all the other modes.

a. From the command mode the operator can go into the menu mode to
look at the menu.
b. To go to another mode of operation, the operator must first go back to
the command mode, before going to another mode.

3) The primary function of the MANUAL key is to get out of any mode of
operation and get back to the command mode.

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4) Two letter commands are used to get into other modes, and the MANUAL
key is used to get back to the command mode.

Note: The MANUAL key is also used to enter the MDI mode.

Quick Keys Menu There are three separate prompting menus within the machine control. They
are the Quick Keys Menu, the Edit Menu, and the Functions Menu. These
menus prompt the operator for input to perform machine commands. The
Quick Keys menu is used for quick setup functions. Program editing is
accomplished with the Edit Menu. The Functions Menu is utilized to perform
machine tasks. These menus are activated or deactivated within the machine
parameters. Use the SETP command, and the CMD MENU parameter, to turn
the menus on or off. When the menus are off, the machine is operated by
commands (See the Command Mode explanation on the following page). The
Quick Keys Menu is selected by pressing the space bar from ENTER NEXT
COMMAND.

Edit Menu The Edit Menu is selected by pressing the space bar twice ENTER NEXT
COMMAND, and allows editing or viewing the currently active program. This
menu functions the same as the PA command editor (see PA Command).

Functions Menu The Functions Menu is selected by pressing the space bar three times from
ENTER NEXT COMMAND. The first twelve (12) lines display the currently active
program. The bottom four (4) lines display the Functions Menu options.

These menu options are selected by number input. The operator may switch
between the Function Menu, the Quick Keys Menu and the Edit Menu by
pressing the SPACE bar.

Selection of menu options may display additional menu options. The top line of
the subsequent menus displays the previous menus selected. Press the
MANUAL key at any time to abort the process and return to the main menu.

The Users Manual has a detailed explanation of each function associated with
these menus.

Using the Command To enter a command, the control must be in the command mode. The
Mode command mode is recognized by the words at the bottom of the screen, “enter
next command”. A list of accepted commands can be found in the Users
Manual, chapter 8, or the Command Summary section of this chapter. The
menu in the control also has a list of accepted commands. (See “Menu Mode”)

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The primary use of the MANUAL key is to get into the command mode. Below
are examples of how the MANUAL key is used to access the command mode
from various modes.

1) To go from the manual data input (MDI) mode to the command mode, at
any time press the MANUAL key.

2) To go from the jog mode to the command mode, press the MANUAL key at
any time.

3) To get into the command mode when “waiting-”, “single step-”, or “slide
hold-” are flashing on the screen, press the MANUAL key.

4) To go from the auto mode to the command mode press the SLIDE HOLD
key or the SINGLE STEP key, then press the MANUAL key.

5) To get into the command mode from the list mode, the change mode, the
sum mode, the insert mode, the learn mode, the tool changer mode, or the
PR procedure press the MANUAL key at any time.

Cursor in the The cursor is the flashing < symbol. When a key is pressed and this symbol is
Command Mode present, the letter, number, or symbol the key represents will be printed on the
screen.

The only place on the screen the cursor will be found is in the lower left hand
corner.

1) When a key is pressed the cursor moves to the right.

EXAMPLE: ENTER NEXT COMMAND <

ENTER NEXT COMMAND A < Press the letter A and the cursor will move to the
right.

ENTER NEXT COMMAND ABC < Press the letter B and C

the cursor will move to the right again.

2) The BACKSPACE key will move the cursor to the left, over the existing
characters in the line.

EXAMPLE: ENTER NEXT COMMAND AB < From the Example above press the BACK SPACE
once.

ENTER NEXT COMMAND A <C Press it again and the cursor will move to the
left again. Notice the letter C is showing.

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Note: The control will only recognize characters to the left of the cursor, when
the ENTER button is pressed. From the Example above, only the letter A
would be recognized if the ENTER button is pressed.

ENTER NEXT COMMAND AU< Press the letter U, it will be in the place of the
letter B and the cursor will now cover the letter C.

ENTER NEXT COMMAND AU,50<,,1 If the ENTER button is pressed now, only
AU,50 will be recognized.

Note: The control will not analyze what is typed until the ENTER button is
pressed. Always look to see what is on the screen before pressing the
ENTER key. (See DELETE KEY for more information on cursor movement).

Using the Delete Key The DEL key can be used in the command mode, change mode, insert mode,
and manual data mode to delete all characters to the left of the cursor.
Pressing the DEL key will not exit the current mode, but will allow the operator
to retype the entire line.

EXAMPLE: ENTER NEXT COMMAND IN< (press ENTER)

IN

N1 GOG9OS10000M3X1.56Y-3.976E1@

The delete key was pressed here because it was noticed that the letter O was
used for the number 0 in G0 and G90.

Notice the @ symbol where the DELETE key was pressed. The cursor has
moved to the space below the N1 line. The control is still waiting for input on
line N1. The control will only recognize characters to the right of the @ symbol
and to the left of the cursor.

N1 GOG9OS1000M3X1.56Y-3.976E1@

G0G90S10000M3X1.56Y-3.976E1< (press ENTER)

N2<

Type the line correctly and press the ENTER button, the control will remain in
the current mode.

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The insert mode was used as an Example above, however, the DELETE button
works the same way in the modes mentioned above, and it can be pressed as
often as required.

The DEL key may also be used to delete a line of code from the program while
in the PA mode. (See PAGE, USING THE PA COMMAND).

Using the Menu The menu mode is a list of accepted commands and their proper usage format.
Mode It is a summary form of the “command” section in the Users Manual. The
menu mode is only for help when using the commands, it is not necessary to
use the menu mode to use the commands.

1) From the command mode, type MU and then press the ENTER key to
access the menu mode.

2) The first page of the menu is the directory (table of contents). This page
has a list of all the commands, and the page number containing the
explanations.

3) To get from page to page in the menu, three methods can be used.

Method 1 Press the ENTER key to page forward one page at a time. The listing will page
forward each time the key is pressed.

Method 2 Press the BACKSPACE key to page backwards one page at a time. The listing
will page backward each time the key is pressed.

Method 3 Type the page number of the page to jump to and press the ENTER key. The
menu will go directly to the page number typed. This can be done at any time,
when in the menu mode. Type the number one from any page of the menu,
press the ENTER key, and the menu will jump to the directory page.

Note: To use a command, press the MANUAL key to exit the menu mode. The
page being viewed in the menu mode will remain on the screen after exiting
to the command mode.

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Section 3: Jog Mode

Jog Using the 1) At the “Enter Next Command” prompt, or any function menu mode, press
Manual Pulse the JOG button to get into the jog mode.
Generator
2) Select the axis to be jogged with the axis selector switch, located directly
above and to the left of the manual pulse generator.

3) Select the increment to jog by with the increment selector switch, located
directly above and to the right of the manual pulse generator.

4) To move the tool in a plus direction, turn the manual pulse generator in the
clockwise direction.

5) To move the tool in a minus direction, turn the manual pulse generator in
the counterclockwise direction.
6) The feed rate potentiometer has no effect on the rate of motion when using
the manual pulse generator.

WARNING: When using the keyboard to jog. The increment and axis
selection at the keyboard will override the current settings of the selector
! switches. When going from the keyboard to the manual pulse generator for
jogging, move both selector switches and confirm they are selected by
looking in the lower left portion of the screen to see the active Jog mode
status.

Note: The jog status is located in the lower left corner of the screen. Before
jogging always look in the lower left corner of the screen to see the active
jog status.

Note: The manual pulse generator has detentes for each increment on the
hand wheel. These may be counted or calculated to make the desired
moves.

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Jog Using the 1) At the Enter Next Command prompt or any function menu mode, press the
Keyboard JOG key to get into the jog mode.

2) Select the axis to be jogged by pressing the corresponding letter from the
keyboard.

3) Select the direction to jog the tool using the + or - keys on the keyboard.

4) Select the increment to be jogged by typing H for increments of .010, M for

increments of .001, and L for increments of .0001.

5) Each time the JOG key is pressed the tool will move in the direction and
increment specified. The axis, direction, and increment are listed in the
lower left hand corner of the screen.
EXAMPLE: If the setting in the lower left corner is X+H each time the jog key is pressed the
tool will move in the X+ direction .01.

6) For continuous motion, depress the JOG key. The feed rate potentiometer
will effect the rate of continuous motion.

Note: If the feed rate potentiometer is set to 0%, no motion will occur when
using the JOG key.

WARNING: When using the keyboard to jog. The increment and axis
selection at the keyboard will override the current settings of the selector
! switches. When going from the keyboard to the manual pulse generator for
jogging, move both selector switches and confirm they are selected by
looking in the lower left portion of the screen to see the active Jog mode
status.

Note: The jog status is located in the lower left corner of the screen. Before
jogging always look in the lower left hand corner of the screen to see the
active jog status.

Jog Using the 1) At the Enter Next Command prompt or any function menu mode, select
Remote Manual REMOTE on the pendant jog axis selector switch then press the JOG key to
Pulse Generator get into the jog mode.

2) Select the axis to be jogged with the remote axis selector switch, located on
the remote manual pulse generator.

3) Select the increment to jog by with the increment selector switch, located
on the remote manual pulse generator.

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4) To move the tool in a plus direction, turn the manual pulse generator in the
clockwise direction.

5) To move the tool in a minus direction, turn the manual pulse generator in
the counterclockwise direction.

6) The feed rate potentiometer has no effect on the

rate of motion when using the manual pulse
generator.

WARNING: When using the keyboard to jog. The

increment and axis selection at the keyboard will
! override the current settings of the selector
switches. When going from the keyboard to the
manual pulse generator for jogging, move both
selector switches and confirm they are selected by
Figure 3-1 Optional
looking in the lower left portion of the screen to see
manual pulse generator
the active Jog mode status. remote.

Note: The jog status is located in the lower left corner

of the screen. Before jogging, always look in the lower left corner of the
screen to see the active jog status.

Note: The manual pulse generator has detentes for each increment on the
hand wheel. These may be counted or calculated to make the desired
moves.

Jog Using the Vector This only functions when the 5 axis head parameter is selected in the SETP
Jog for 5 Axis Head machine parameters page.

1) Select the z-axis either from the keyboard, pendant selector switch, or the
remote selector switch.
2) Rotation CW or motion positive will move the z-axis in the positive direction.

3) Rotation CCW or motion negative will move the z-axis in the negative
direction.

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Single Step, Jog The operator can jog away from the current location when the machine is
Away From waiting to execute the next block, in the single step mode. The control will
automatically return the axes to the original position if desired.

1) From the single step mode, when the single step message is flashing (See
Figure 3-2), press the JOG key to get into the jog mode.

2) Use the keyboard or the manual pulse generator to jog away from the
current location.

Note: The spindle can be turned

off by pressing the SPINDLE
ON/OFF key, and the coolant
can be turned off by pressing
the appropriate COOLANT key.

3) To get the control to return to

the position jogged away from,
press the MANUAL key to get
out of the jog mode. Then
press the START button. Figure 3-2 Single step mode.

The control will prompt the

operator with the message shown in figure 3-3.

Option 1 will cause the tool to

return to the place where the JOG
key was originally pressed. This
movement will be at 150 inches
per minute, moving the x-axis first,
the y, a, and b-axes next, and the
z-axis last. The control will then be
ready to execute the next line in
the program.

Option 2 will cause the tool to Figure 3-3 Screen display after pressing JOG
remain at this current position, the button.
tool coordinate system will be
shifted to this position, and
execution of the program will continue.

Option 3 will cause the tool to remain at this current position, the tool
coordinate system will remain at its original position, and execution of the
program will continue.

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WARNING: If the spindle and coolant were turned off, they must be turn on

! again by the operator before the START button is pressed.

WARNING: Before the START button is pressed, the z-axis must be jogged
! above the z-axis position jogged away from. Movement back is x and y-axis
first, then the z-axis returns.

Slide Hold, Jog Away The operator can jog away from the position where the SLIDE HOLD button was
From pressed. The control will automatically return the axes to the original position if
desired.

1) From the slide hold mode, when the slide hold message is flashing, press
the JOG key to get into the jog mode.

2) Use the keyboard or the manual pulse generator to jog away from the
position the machine is waiting in.

Note: The spindle can be turned off by pressing the SPINDLE ON/OFF key, and
the coolant can be turned off by pressing the appropriate COOLANT key.

3) To get the control to return to

the position jogged away from,
press the MANUAL key to get
out of the jog mode. Then
press the START button.

The control will prompt the

operator with the message shown
in figure 3-3.

Option 1 will cause the tool to Figure 3-4 Options for manual slide hold.
return to the place where the Jog
button was originally pressed.
This movement will be at 150
inches per minute, moving the X axis first, the Y, A, and B axes next, and the Z
axis last. The control will then be ready to execute the next line in the program.

Option 2 will cause the tool to remain at this current position, the tool
coordinate system will be shifted to this position, and execution of the program
will continue.

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Option 3 will cause the tool to remain at this current position, the tool
coordinate system will remain at its original position, and execution of the
program will continue.

WARNING: If the spindle and coolant were turned off, they must be turn on
! again by the operator before the START button is pressed.

WARNING: Before the START button is pressed, the z-axis must be jogged
! above the z-axis position jogged away from. Movement back is x and y-axis
first then the z-axis returns.

Waiting Stage, Jog The operator can jog away from the current location when the waiting message
Away From is flashing. The control will automatically return the axes to the original position
if desired.

1) From the waiting stage, when the waiting message is flashing, press the
JOG key to get into the jog mode.

2) Use the keyboard or the manual pulse generator to jog away from the
current location.

Note: The spindle can be turned off by pressing the SPINDLE ON/OFF key, and
the coolant can be turned off by pressing the COOLANT 1 key.

3) To get the tool to return to the

position jogged away from, press
the MANUAL key to get out of the
jog mode. Then press the START
button.

The control will prompt the operator

with the message shown in figure 3-5.

Option 1 will cause the tool to return to

the place where the Jog button was Figure 3-5 “Waiting stage” options menu.
originally pressed. This movement will
be at 150 inches per minute, moving
the x-axis first, the y, a, and b-axes next, and the z-axis last. The control will
then be ready to execute the next line in the program.

Option 2 will cause the tool to remain at this current position, the tool
coordinate system will be shifted to this position, and execution of the program
will continue.

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Option 3 will cause the tool to remain at this current position, the tool
coordinate system will remain at its original position, and execution of the
program will continue.

WARNING: If the z-axis was jogged more than four inches positive, the z-
! axis will over travel at a tool change command. Stop and jog down below
four inches before a tool change.

WARNING: If the spindle and coolant were turned off, they must be turned
! on again by the operator before the START button is pressed.

WARNING: Before the START button is pressed, the z-axis must be jogged
! above the z-axis position jogged away from. Return movement is the x-axis
first, followed by the y, a, and b-axes, and finally, the z-axis.

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Section 4: Run Mode

Auto, Running a The AU command will only execute the currently active program. To select a
Program program, different than the current program, use the PR command. See
“PROGRAM LIBRARY”.

1) To run the currently active program press the AUTO button.

a. The control will prompt the operator to press the AUTO button again, or
press MU for the run time menu (see RUN TIME MENU). Press the
AUTO button again and wait for the WAITING message to appear on the
screen.
b. After pressing the auto button for the second time, the control begins to
process the program. Press the START button at any time to interrupt
the processing.

2) When the WAITING - message appears press the START button to execute
the program.
a. Inspect the feed rate and spindle potentiometers.

FORMAT 1 The machine will return to the home position; the original SET(axis) position,
prior to execution of the program. The control will start with the default codes
in effect before reading the currently active program.

FORMAT 2 The machine will begin execution of the program from the current location. The
codes and offsets which were modal prior to pressing the AUTO button will
remain in effect until canceled by the program.

3) If the program ends with the code, M2 or M30, the operator can run the
program over again at the completion of the program by pressing the
START button when the WAITING - message appears.

Note: See SINGLE STEP and MANUAL PULSE DRY RUN. In the AUTO mode the
feed rate potentiometer controls only the programmed feed rate moves.

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Waiting The waiting stage gives the operator an opportunity to continue or abort any
automatic motion by the machine before it occurs.

The control is in the waiting stage

when the message “WAITING-” is
flashing in the upper left portion of
the screen, just below the position
read-out (See Figure 4-1).

1) Press the START button to

continue the automatic
motion.

2) Press the MANUAL button to

Figure 4-1 The control in waiting mode.
abort the automatic motion.

Below is a list of places where the

waiting message appears before continuing with automatic motion.

a. After entering a yes (Y) to the move to home question.

b. After entering the HO command.
c. After the AUTO button is pressed.
d. After entering the first line of program coding in the Manual Data Input
mode.
e. While executing the program at a line with a G4 P66000 coded. The G4
P66000 is a dwell coded for one minute and six seconds which immedi-
ately puts the control into the waiting stage.
f. While executing the program at a line with an M0 coded.
g. While executing the program at a line with an M1 coded, when the
OPTIONAL STOP switch is in the upward position.
h. While executing the program at the line with an M2 coded. The pro-
gram is ready to run from the beginning again, at this point.

Changing Modes The control works in inches or metric depending on the mode set at power on.
The default mode (condition at power on) is inches. This parameter may be
changed using the SETP command. (See DEFAULT PARAMETERS, USING THE
SETP COMMAND).

1) To establish the metric mode.

a. From the command mode type SETME then press the ENTER button.
b. In the first line of the program, use the code G71 to verify that the met-
ric mode has been used. Use of this code is not essential for running
the program in the metric mode. It is only for verification. A message

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instructing the operator to use the SETME command will appear, if this
mode has not been established.

Note: When jogging in the metric mode .01 in.=.254 mm, .001 in.=.0254 mm,
.0001 in.=.00254 mm. The minimal move in the metric mode is .00254
mm (even though the positioning read-out displays three places after the
decimal). Using .0001 increments the screen will read: .002, then .005,
then .007, then .01 and so fourth.

2) To establish the inches mode.

a. From the command mode type SETIN then press the ENTER button.
b. In the first line of the program, use the code G70 to verify that the
inches mode has been used. Use of this code is not essential for run-
ning the program in the inches mode. It is only for verification. A mes-
sage instructing the operator to use the SETIN command will appear, if
this mode has not been established.

Manual Pulse Dry The Manual Pulse Dry Run Mode is accessible from the Auto Mode or any time
Run the WAITING or SLIDE HOLD messages appear on the screen.

1) Press the AUTO button to enter the auto mode.

2) Rotate the MPG hand wheel to the right in the positive direction, the
operator will be prompted by the message “PRESS START TO ACTIVATE
MPD OR MANUAL TO SKIP”. Pressing the START button will cause the
machine to enter the MPD Dry Run mode.

a. The more the hand wheel is turned the further the program is executed.
b. At this point in time if the hand wheel is rotated to the left in the nega-
tive direction, this will cause the machine to move backward in linear
moves only. Forward motion in circles is allowed, but not backward.
c. The rate of execution is determined by two factors.
• By the rate of hand wheel rotation.
• By the feed rate used in the program. The higher the feed rate the
faster the machine will move through the moves.

3) All moves require rotation of the hand wheel. This includes all the moves for
the tool change.

4) When the hand wheel is not being rotated, the machine will enter the slide
hold mode.

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5) To exit this mode, press the START button or the AUTO button when the
slide hold message is flashing. Doing this will start continuous automatic
execution of the program.

6) To reenter this mode, rotate the hand wheel in the positive direction when
the single step or the slide hold message is flashing, then press the start
button.

Dry Run The Dry Run procedure is used to prove (debug) the program. This procedure
is usually performed by the programmer because changes to the program are
usually made during the Dry Run procedure. It is referred to as the “Dry Run”
because the material is not cut. This is called, “cutting air.”

(See also RUN TIME MENU for Dry Run modes.)

1) Remove the part from the fixture.

2) Place all clamps in their approximate location and tighten to prevent
movement.

3) While using Dry Run it is recommended that the SINGLE STEP mode be
used.(See SINGLE STEP).

4) From the command mode type AU,,,3 then press the ENTER button. After
pressing the ENTER button press the SINGLE STEP button.

The auto (AU) command AU,,,3 will run the program from the beginning to the
end using Dry Run mode option number three. Dry Run option three will run the
program and disregard the programmed feed rates. The program will run all
feed rate moves at 75 IMP and all rapid moves at 300 IPM. In the single step
mode, the feed rate potentiometer will control all feed rate moves and rapid
moves. Use the feed rate potentiometer to slow the moves down if necessary.
Also use the SLIDE HOLD button when needed.

(See also SLIDE HOLD, SLIDE HOLD, JOG AWAY FROM, and SINGLE STEP,
JOG AWAY FROM)

Note: The Dry Run mode can be used in combination with a mid-tape
(program) start. (See also MID-TAPE (PROGRAM) START)

EXAMPLE: AU,120,,3 This will use dry run option three and mid-tape start option zero.

AU,120,,3,1 This will use dry run option three and mid-tape start option one.
(direct block start).

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Single Step The program can be executed one line (or block) at a time, using the SINGLE
STEP and the START button.

After the AUTO button or the auto (AU) command is used, to execute the
program, the AUTO and the START buttons function similarly. It is only after the
SINGLE STEP button is pressed that the START button functions differently than
the AUTO button. After the SINGLE STEP button is pressed, every time the
START button is pressed the next line in the program is executed.

1) Press the AUTO button to get into the Auto mode.

2) Press the SINGLE STEP button to get into the single step mode.

3) Press the START button to execute the next line in the program.

When then SINGLE STEP button is pressed before the “WAITING -” message
appears, the “SINGLE STEP -” message appears. The SINGLE STEP button
can be pressed in the waiting stage and the next time the START button is
pressed the “SINGLE STEP -” message appears, indicating to the operator the
control is in the single step mode.

Note: In the single step mode the feed rate potentiometer has control of the
programmed feed rate moves as well as the rapid moves. When in the auto
mode the feed rate potentiometer controls only programmed feed rate
moves. When the feed rate potentiometer is turned to zero, all machine
motion stops, until it is turned up, then motion resumes.

Note: From the single step mode, press the AUTO button to discontinue the
SINGLE STEP mode.

Note: From the single step mode, press the MANUAL button to return to the
command mode.

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Slide Hold Tool motion can be stopped by using the SLIDE HOLD button. When this button
is pressed, the control keeps the tool in the position where the tool is located,
until the START button is pressed, at which time the remainder of the
programmed move is made.

1) During programmed moves (in MDI mode or AUTO mode) press the SLIDE
HOLD button.

The slide hold mode can be recognized be the message “SLIDE HOLD-”
flashing in the lower left hand portion of the position display.

2) Press the START button to get out of the slide hold mode and complete the
move.

3) When in the slide hold mode, the MANUAL button can be pressed to go into
the command mode.

Note: If there is time, use the SLIDE HOLD button before using the
EMERGENCY STOP button. The table may coast, when the EMERGENCY
STOP button is used, but it will stop immediately when the SLIDE HOLD
button is used. To stop the spindle when the SLIDE HOLD button is
pressed, press the SPINDLE ON/OFF button.

(See also SLIDE HOLD, JOG AWAY FROM)

(See also SPINDLE, USING THE SPINDLE ON/OFF BUTTON)

Note: When the START button is pressed after the SLIDE HOLD button, the
feed rate pot will control the remainder of the current move even if it is in
rapid. The next program move will continue at either rapid or feed rate,
whichever is programmed.

Mid-Tape (Program) Using the mid-tape start option of the auto command (AU,FROM,TO,DRY RUN
Start OPTION,MID-TAPE START OPTION), the program can be started from any
block. The options available are explained below.

(See also PA (page) command)

Option 0: When this option is used, the control will process the program up to
the block specified by the first parameter, and start the search for vital
programming information from line N0.001. This will result in the machine
moving to the previous X, Y, Z A and/or B position specified in the program.
The axis will move in the order the program was written. If the program
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and cutter radius compensation applied, these will all be in effect when the
automatic cycle begins. Likewise if any other vital information has been
programmed.

EXAMPLE: To use Option 0 type AU,#,,,0 then press the ENTER button (where # is the
block number to begin execution).

AU,50 <ENTER> Search starts from the beginning, and execution starts at
N50.

Execution of the program will not begin until the message “WAITING -” appears
on the screen, and the START or AUTO button is pressed. If the SINGLE STEP
button is pressed before the message "WAITING" appears, the message
"SINGLE STEP" will appear on the screen and the operator can single step the
program by pressing the START button for each step. (See SINGLE STEP)

Note: Use SINGLE STEP for the first few moves so that the feed pot can be
used to effect the rapid moves until the single step mode is canceled.

Option 1: When this option is used, the control will jump directly to the block
specified by the first parameter, and prepare to begin execution at that block
number. This is a Direct Block Start. All CNC coding necessary to run the
subsequent blocks must be present at or after the specified first block to begin
execution at.

EXAMPLE: To use Option 1, from the command mode type AU,#,,,1 then press the ENTER
button (where # is the block number to begin execution).

AU,50, , ,1 <ENTER> Execution starts at N50. Direct Block Start

Execution of the program will not begin until the message “WAITING -” appears
on the screen, and the START or AUTO button is pressed. If the SINGLE STEP
button is pressed before the message "WAITING' appears, the message
"SINGLE STEP" will appear on the screen and the operator can single step the
program by pressing the START button for each step. (See SINGLE STEP)

Note: Use SINGLE STEP for the first few moves so that the feed pot can be
used to effect the rapid moves until the single step mode is canceled.

Option N: This option is used to define a block in the program where all codes
necessary to run the remainder of the program are present. The control will
start reading from this line. When used in conjunction with the first parameter,
the Start Block Line, the operation can be started deep into the program saving
time normally used up by processing from line N0.001.

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EXAMPLE: To use Option N, from the command mode type AU,#,,,N then press the ENTER
button (where # is the block number to begin execution, and N is the block
number to begin the search).

AU,1350, , ,1300 <ENTER> - Search begins at N1300, and execution starts at

N1350.

Execution of the program will not begin until the message “WAITING -” appears
on the screen, and the START or AUTO button is pressed. If the SINGLE STEP
button is pressed before the message "WAITING" appears, the message
"SINGLE STEP" will appear on the screen and the operator can single step the
program by pressing the START button for each step. (See SINGLE STEP)

Note: Use SINGLE STEP for the first few moves so that the feed pot can be
used to effect the rapid moves until the single step mode is canceled.

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Section 5: Emergency Stop

Emergency Stop The emergency stop mode will “cut” the computer control to all axis motors,
the spindle drive, and the tool changer. When the control detects a crash or
overload situation, it places itself into emergency stop. Also, the operator can
press the EMERGENCY STOP button to place the control in the emergency stop
mode.

WARNING: If the machine is in motion when the Emergency Stop is

! activated, the spindle will free wheel for 30 seconds and the axis will coast
to a resting position.

1) Press the EMERGENCY STOP button to put the

control in the emergency stop mode (See Figure
5-1).

The message “EMERGENCY STOP - TAKE

APPROPRIATE ACTION:” will appear on the screen
when the control is in the emergency stop mode.

The appropriate action to take is:

Figure 5-1 Emergency
1) Release the EMERGENCY STOP button if it has
stop button.
been pressed.
2) Press the JOG button which
enables the amplifiers to reset if
the problem has been resolved.

Note: It is not necessary to move the

axes to their Cold Start position
or establish the part home again.
Sending the machine to Part
HOME is recommended.

If the message: Figure 5-2 Screen display in emergency

stop mode.
“JOG AXES TO HOME
POSITIONS,THEN ENTER THE CS COMMAND” appears, continue with the
following steps.

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To move the axes back to their COLD START home positions:

1) Press the manual key until the ENTER NEXT COMMAND prompt is
displayed.

2) Press the jog key and align each axis at the alignment marks within .05 of
each other.

3) Press the manual key until the ENTER NEXT COMMAND prompt is
displayed, type CS then press the enter key.

4) Wait, the machine will now find the axis origin.

5) This procedure is complete when the move to last home position screen is
displayed.

6) Press the start button to begin motion to the last home position established
by the set commands.

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Section 6: Formats

Formats From the SETP Command the control has the option to use either:

FORMAT 1 Format 1 is FADAL style programming and machine operation. Format 1 has
been uniquely designed to have the CNC control reset before restarting
machine operation. When the CNC control is in Format 1 the programmer may
program with the minimal of commands. This helps as an aide to the user for
programming, setup and operation. Some codes are unique for FORMAT 1 and

FORMAT 2. Listed in this chapter is the Examples for each formats

programming style.

FORMAT 2 Format 2 allows a 6M/ 10M /11M style programming and machine operation.

Format 2 follows the design to allow the programmer to completely command

the CNC control. All resets therefore must be done by the programmer in the
program and machine operation. Some codes are unique for FORMAT 2 and
FORMAT 1. Listed in this chapter are the Examples for each formats
programming style.

WARNING: When the control is in FORMAT 2, it is mandatory to program all

! preparatory codes!

The SETP command is usually used by the factory and by the setup person
who installs the machine. It can also be used by the end user to establish
programming, baud rate, and output preferences.

Note: The factory set parameters can be found on the inside of the pendant
door.

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Changing 1) From the command mode type SETP then press the ENTER button.
Parameters
2) The menu prompt at the bottom of the screen defines the use of the
keyboard to move the cursor to the parameter to change. When the
parameter to change has the cursor to it’s left, the parameter choices will
de displayed at the bottom of the screen.

3) Select the parameter choice by pressing the number corresponding to the

choice and press the ENTER button. The parameter will display the change
and the cursor will move to the right.

4) Press the MANUAL button to exit and save the parameter setting mode.

Saving Parameters The PU,4 command is used to output the machine parameter list through the
RS-232 port.

To output parameter information:

1) Get a computer ready to receive information through the RS-232 port.

2) Type the PU,4 command then press the ENTER button.

To receive parameter information:

1) Type the TA,1 command and press the ENTER button.

2) Send the file the parameter information was saved under to the machine.
3) The parameters are saved in a file that uses the SP command for
parameter data.

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FORMAT 1 The following series of screens represent those displayed upon entering the
Parameter Settings SETP command. The parameters FORMAT, DEFAULT: G0, DEFAULT: G90, IMM.
FIXED CYCLE: and CRC MODE: should be set as shown. All other parameters
should be set as they are from the factory (See Figure 6-1A, 6-1B, and 6-1C).

Figure 6-1 A

Figure 6-1 B

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Figure 6-1 C

FORMAT 2 The following series of screens, shown in Figures 6-2A, 6-2B, and 6-2C,
Parameter Settings represent those displayed upon entering the SETP command. The parameters
FORMAT:, DEFAULT: G1, DEFAULT: G91 N-WORDS ORDERED:, TOOL TABLE:
and CRC MODE: should be set as shown. All other parameters should be set as
they are from the factory.

Figure 6-2 A

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Figure 6-2 B

Figure 6-2 C

FORMAT 1 Program O1
Example #1
M6 T1(.........TOOL #1 ID)

G0 G90 S##### M3 E## X###.#### Y###.####

H# M8 Z###.####

G4 P1000

[ Math work ]

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G91 X##.#### L9 — the L9 repeats this line nine times

M5 M9

G0 G90 G80

Z0 G53

M6 T2(..........TOOL #2 ID)

G90 G0 S##### M3 E## X###.#### Y###.####

H# M8 Z###.####

G4 P1000

[ Math work ]

M5 M9

G0 G90 G80

Z0 G53

E0 X0 Y0

M2

FORMAT 1 Program O1
Example #2
(SUBROUTINE SECTION)

L100 (SUB #1 FOR _______ ) — each sub begins with an

L word, a sub number (1-99), and a two digit zero repetition (00).

M17

L200 (SUB #2 FOR _______ )

[ Math work ]

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M17

L300 (SUB #3 FOR _______ )

[ Math work ]

M17 — this M17 marks the end of the last sub

M30 — the M30 marks the end of the program’s sub section

( MAIN PROGRAM )

M6 T1(.........TOOL #1 ID)

G0 G90 S##### M3 E## X###.#### Y###.####

H# M8 Z###.####

G4 P1000

[Math work ]

L101 — this line calls sub #1 one time

M98 P5 L1 — this line calls subprogram 5 one time

L215 — this line calls sub #2 fifteen times

G91 X##.#### L9 — the L9 repeats this line nine times

M5 M9

G0 G90 G80

Z0 G53

M6 T2(..........TOOL #2 ID)

G90 G0 S##### M3 E## X###.#### Y###.####

H# M8 Z###.####

G4 P1000

[ Math work ]

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M5 M9

G0 G90 G80

Z0 G53

E0 X0 Y0

M2

O5 (SUBPROGRAM #5 FOR ______________ )

[ Math work ]

M99 — ending this program with an M99 makes it a subprogram.

Notes on FORMAT 1 1) Each line requires a sequence number and will be generated by the CNC
Style Programming: control. Sequence numbers use an N####.### word. Decimal points can be
used to input lines between existing line numbers. The sequence numbers
can be added when the program is typed at the computer, but the numbers
are added automatically when the program is transferred to the control with
the TA (tape input) command. So it is possible to type the program without
line numbers and have the control add the line numbers automatically. The
NU command is used to renumber the lines.

2) Decimals are required for all dimensions, feed rates, and angles.

EXAMPLE: X Y Z ###.#### (or ##.##### for higher precision)

F ####.##

A ####.###

B ####.###

The decimal point does not appear with dimensions, feed rates, or angles, the
control will add them. For Example if an X1 is entered it is accepted as X.0001
(See also DECIMALS and SIGNS).

3) The O word on the first line is not required. The O word is used only for
identification of the program in the program library for multiple program
storage. The first sixteen characters of the comment with the O word will

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appear when the program library directory is displayed. This comment can
be longer than sixteen characters but the remainder of the comment will
only appear when the program is listed or printed. (See also the section on
program library, the PR command.)

4) If the word NOEDIT is used within the first sixteen characters of the
comment on the line with the O word, the program cannot be edit. The is
the same function as using the KEY lock on the pendant.

FORMAT 2 Program O# ( COMMENT )

Example
( COMMENT )

G0 G17 G40 G70 G80 G90 H0 Z0

E0 X0 Y0 — this moves to the SETH position or cold start.

G92 X##.#### Y##.#### (or G54 X# Y# or E1 X# Y#)

M6 T1

(..........TOOL #1 ID)

G0 G90 S##### M3 X###.#### Y###.####

H# M8 Z###.#### D#

G4 P1000

[ Math work ]

M98 P4 L4 — this calls subprogram #4 four times

M98 P3 L27 — this calls subprogram #3 twenty seven times

G91 X##.#### G90 L9 — the L9 repeats this line nine times

M5 M9

G0 G90 H0 Z0

M6 T2

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(..........TOOL #2 ID)

G0 G90 S##### M3 X###.#### Y###.#### E## (or G54-G59)

H# M8 Z###.#### D#

G4 P1000

[ Math work ]

M5 M9

G0 G90 H0 Z0

E0 X0 Y0 — use this line to cancel all fixture offsets

M30

O3 (SUBPROGRAM #3 FOR ______________ )

[ Math work ]

M99... ending this program with an M99 makes it a subprogram.

It is called with an M98 P3 L#. The L word is used for number of repeats.

O4 (SUBPROGRAM #4 FOR ______________ )

[ Math work ]

M98 P3 L1 — sub #4 is calling sub #3 one time (nesting)

M99 — ending this program with an M99 makes it a subprogram.

It is called with an M98 P4 L#. The L word is used for number of repeats.

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Notes on FORMAT 2 1) The safe block is mandatory at the beginning of the program. This is also
Style Programming: known as a preparatory code line.

O# ( COMMENT

( COMMENT

Z0 G53

G0 G17 G40 G70 G80 G90 H0 E0 Z0

G28 X0 Y0 Z0 (A0 B0 if needed

2) The G28, with the axis designated to move, will bring the machine to the
zero position established by the cold start command (CS) or to the zero
position established by the SETX, SETY, SETZ, or SETH commands and/or
Fixture offsets, whichever was used last. The SET commands can be used
to establish a zero position at any desired location. The program does not
need to start from the machine home position. See also the section on
establishing home position.

3) Fixed subroutines such as bolt hole pattern subroutines or pocket cutting

routines, from other machines cannot be used on this control. See the
users manual for information on using fixed subroutines from the CNC 88
control.
4) The SETP command allows certain changes to default codes, diameter or
radius input, and M7 M8 preferences.
5) When typing any variable (R0,R1 - R9) always type the positive or negative
symbol before the value. R1+.5 R2+2.34 R3+5.7124 R4-6.765. See VMC
User’s Manual Subroutines section for proper usage.

6) The H word will only pick up the tool length offset. The D word must be
used to pick up the diameter or radius from the tool table.

7) Tool changes can be made from any XY position. The M6 code change will
move the head to the tool position and make the exchange. The T word and
the M6 can appear together, M6T# or T# M6, and usually do with this type
of tool changer; however, they may appear on separate lines.

8) Each line requires a sequence number. Sequence numbers use an

N####.### word. Decimal points can be used to input lines between existing
line numbers. The sequence numbers can be added when the program is
typed at the computer, but the numbers are added automatically when the
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it is possible to type the program without line numbers and have the control
add the line numbers automatically. The NU command is used to renumber
the lines.

9) Decimals are required for all dimensions, feed rates, and angles.

EXAMPLE: X Y Z ###.#### (or ##.##### for higher precision)

F ####.##

A ####.###

B ####.###

If decimals do not appear with dimensions, feed rates, or angles, the control
will add them. For Example if an X1 is entered it is accepted as X.0001

10) The O word on the first line is not required. The O word is used only for
identification of the program in the program library for multiple program
storage. The first sixteen characters of the comment with the O word will
appear when the program library directory is displayed. This comment can
be longer than sixteen characters but the remainder of the comment will
only appear when the program is listed or printed. (See also the section on
program library, the PR command)

11) If the word NOEDIT is used within the first sixteen characters of the
comment on the line with the O word, the program cannot be edited. This is
the same function as using the key lock on the pendant.

Viewing the Each software version has an ID number. Each time the software is updated
Software ID Number write the new ID number in a convenient location. This number will be
requested for some service or programming calls.

The ID number is located on the last page of the MENU DIRECTORY.

1) From the command mode type MU (for the menu mode) then press the
ENTER button.

2) Look at the first page of the menu. The page numbers of each command
will be displayed on the screen.

3) Find the last page number displayed in the MENU DIRECTORY

EXAMPLE: ERROR NUMBERS 40-42

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MESSAGES 43

4) Type the page number then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: 43 from the Example above

5) The ID number will now be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen.

Figure 6-3 The software ID number is displayed in the upper

lefthand corner of the display.

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Section 7: Spindle

Manual Operations
Manually Loading A tool can be manually loaded or unloaded into the spindle by using the TOOL
and Unloading a IN/OUT button. The control must be in the COMMAND mode (ENTER NEXT
Holder COMMAND), Auto Mode or the MDI (manual data input) mode to use this
button. The button will not activate the tool in-out piston if the spindle is
rotating.

1) The tool holder must be held in the left hand

with the thumb and the first finger grasping
the holder below the “V” flange. No other
fingers should have contact with the holder or
the tool in the holder. The area below the “V”
flange is called the safe zone (See Figure 7-
1).
2) When unloading a tool from the spindle,
grasp the tool in the safe zone and depress
the TOOL IN/OUT button (See Figure 7-2). Figure 7-1 Spindle safe
Keep the TOOL IN/OUT button depressed until zone area.
the tool is completely out of the spindle.

3) When loading a tool into the spindle, grasp

the tool in the safe zone and depress the
TOOL IN/OUT button. Place the holder into
the spindle after depressing the TOOL IN/OUT
button, not before. The keys on the nose of
the spindle must fit into the key ways on the
tool holder flange. Release the TOOL IN/OUT
button to lock the tool into the spindle.

Figure 7-2 Grasp spindle in

safe zone area.

Note: When loading a holder into the spindle, inspect the taper for chips and
dents. Remove any chips or dents from the taper with a flat stone.

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Note: Confirm the retention knob is securely tightened before placing the tool
in the spindle.

Spindle, RPM The spindle RPM can be established from the MDI (manual data input) mode.
Established from When the RPM is established the spindle can be turned on using the SPINDLE
MDI ON/OFF button and the SHIFT button.

1) Press the MANUAL button while in the command mode to enter the MDI
mode.

2) Type the code S# (where # is the desired RPM. EX: S1400 ) then press the
ENTER button.

3) The waiting message will now be flashing. At this point press the START
button which will only execute a belt range change, if required, and register
the RPM to memory.

4) Press the MANUAL button to exit the MDI mode.

VMC 2216, 4020, 4020HT, and 6030 RPM ranges are as follows:

Low range: 45 - 2500

High range: 2501 - 1000

VMC 20 RPM range is as follows:

Low range: 75 - 1250

High range: 1251 - 5000

VMC 2216, 4020, and 6030 with the 15000 RPM spindle has a single RPM
range from 300 - 15000 RPM.

VMC 15 may have AUTO HI/LOW or MANUAL belt change. The RPM selected
will automatically select the low or high range.

Note: Use the spindle override potentiometer to vary the RPM manually; M3 =
CW SPINDLE ON, M4 = CCW SPINDLE ON, M5 = SPINDLE OFF.

The last RPM setting used by the control is active when the spindle is turned on
manually unless it is changed in the MDI mode.

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Using the Spindle

ON/OFF Button
Spindle On After establishing the RPM from MDI, or at any time in any mode of operation,
the spindle can be turned on manually by using the SPINDLE ON/OFF button
and the SHIFT button.

1) Depress one of the SHIFT buttons, and while it is depressed press the
SPINDLE ON/OFF button. The spindle will turn on in the forward direction.

Note: If the spindle does not turn on it may be that the SPINDLE ON/OFF button
was pressed before the SHIFT button, or one of the buttons is not pressed
properly. The buttons must be pressed directly in the center of each
square.

WARNING: The spindle will turn on at the last programmed RPM.

!
Spindle Off When the spindle is on, from any mode of operation, press the SPINDLE ON/
OFF button alone, to turn the spindle off.

See also “SPINDLE REVERSED WHILE USING JOG”.

Spindle, Loading a When tool holders are in the ATC (automatic tool changer), they can be loaded
Holder from the ATC into the spindle by using the MDI (manual data input) mode.

1) Type the command MD then press the ENTER button, or press the MANUAL
button at the command mode, to get into the manual data input mode.

2) Type M6T# (where # is the Turret location of the tool to be loaded into the
spindle) then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: M6 T1

3) The waiting message will flash. At this point press the START button to
make the exchange.

4) Press the MANUAL button to exit the MDI mode.

Spindle, Unorient to To turn the spindle by hand, for setup purposes, the spindle must be
Turn by Hand unoriented. This is not necessary on the VMC 15.

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1) From the command mode type MD and then press the ENTER button.

2) Type S.2 and then press the ENTER button. This places the machine in
High belt.

3) After the waiting message appears on the screen press the START button.

4) The spindle will turn on, then off, when the START button is pressed.
5) Press the MANUAL button.

6) The spindle will now be free to turn by hand. Steps one through five above,
put the machine in the high belt range and the M3 turns the spindle on
which releases the orientation.

Note: Release of the spindle orientation, without regard to the belt range, may
also be accomplished by pressing the SPINDLE ON/OFF button.

Spindle, Orient The spindle will orient to the same position each time it is instructed to orient.
This position is the same position the spindle must locate to load tools from the
turret. Orientation is accomplished by the following methods.

Method 1 1) Type the command MD then press the ENTER button, or press the MANUAL
button at the command mode, to get into the manual data input mode.

2) Type the code M19 then press the ENTER button.

3) The waiting message will flash. At this point press the START button to
execute the orientation.

4) Press the MANUAL button to exit the MDI mode.

Method 2 1) Type TC,1,at the command mode, then press the ENTER button. This is the
command to open the ATC which will first orient the spindle, then open up
the ATC.
2) Press the MANUAL button to return the turret to the parked position.

Method 3 1) Type the command MD then press the ENTER button, or press the MANUAL
button at the command mode, to get into the manual data input mode.

2) Type the code M6 then press the ENTER button.

3) The waiting message will flash. At this point press the START button which
will execute a tool change and orient the spindle.

4) Press the MANUAL button to exit the MDI mode.

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Spindle Reversed 1) From the command mode type MD then press the enter button.
While Using Jog
2) Type S# M4 (where # is the desired RPM). The waiting message will flash,
then press the START button.
3) Press the START button for the spindle to start.

4) Press the SLIDE HOLD button.

5) Press the JOG button to get into the JOG mode. (See SLIDE HOLE, JOG
AWAY FROM)

Note: Press the MANUAL button to get out of the jog mode, and press the
MANUAL button again, in the slide hold mode, to exit the MDI mode.

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Section 8: Tool Changer

Turret (ATC), Open 1) From the command mode type TC,1 then press the ENTER button. The ATC
for Loading; Using will open and remain open until the MANUAL button is pressed. If the Z axis
the TC,1 Command is not at the cold start position the control will enter the waiting state. Press
the START button to return to the cold start position then ATC will open.

2) Use the TURRET CW and the TURRET CCW buttons to rotate the turret.

3) Press the MANUAL button to close the ATC. This will bring the head down. If
a tool is under the spindle, the tool will be loaded into the spindle and the
ATC will move back to its home position.

Note: When loading tools into the turret to run a program, place tool number
one in the turret and use the TURRET CW button to put the next tool in the
turret until all the tools are placed in the turret. Rotate the turret until the
first tool is in the number one position before setting the tool order. (See
Turret (ATC), ESTABLISH TOOL ORDER; USING THE SETTO COMMAND to
establish tool order.)

Tool Changer Crash 1) Press the JOG button to get the Turret into home position.

2) Move to the cold start position using either JOG or the power off procedure:
Type SETCS and press ENTER. Type HO and press Enter, then press START.

3) Type CS and press the ENTER button. See POWER ON.

4) Use the TURRET CCW or CW button to rotate the turret until there is an open
turret location directly opposing the spindle.

5) From the command mode type SETTO. This will establish this location as
tool number one.

6) Type TC,1 to open the tool changer.

7) Rotate the turret with the TURRET CCW or CW buttons until tool number one
is directly under the spindle, then press the MANUAL button to pick up tool
number one.

8) Type SETTO to establish this location as tool number one.

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Turret Loading, When placing tools in the turret, the location of tool number one can be any
Putting Tools in the convenient turret location. (See TURRET (ATC), ESTABLISH TOOL ORDER;
Tool Changer USING THE SETTO COMMAND)

1) After the turret is open, move the turret around until there is an open spot
directly in front of the open door.

a. Or take the tool out of the location directly in front of the open door.
(See the TC,1 command, to open the turret door.)

2) Place tool #1 in the turret lid by aligning the clip with the V flange of the tool
holder.

a. The tongue in the back of the clip must go into the key slot on the tool
holder, for the tool to be seated properly.

3) Push the TURRET CW button, and then place the next tool in the turret lid.

a. The remaining tools are all placed into the turret lid, in sequential order.
Press the TURRET CW button, after each tool is placed into the lid.

4) Use either the TURRET CW or TURRET CCW button to rotate the turret lid
around so that tool number one, from the program, is directly under the
spindle.

5) Press the MANUAL button to bring the head down over tool number one.

6) From the command mode type, SETTO then press the ENTER button. This
will establish this location as tool number one. (See TURRET (ATC),
ESTABLISH TOOL ORDER; USING THE SETTO COMMAND)

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Turret (ATC), The turret is not numbered, so it is up to the operator to establish Turret
Establish Tool Order; Location number one. Then the control will sequentially number the remaining
Using the SETTO locations (CW viewed from the top). This allows for multiple tool groups from
Command various jobs to be placed in the turret at one time. At the beginning of each job,
the operator will rotate the turret and establish a new turret location number
one for each new job.

1) Open the ATC and use either the TURRET CW or TURRET CCW button to
rotate the turret to the number one location. (see TURRET (ATC), OPEN FOR
LOADING; USING THE TC,1 COMMAND)

2) Press the MANUAL button to close the ATC. This will bring the head down. If
a tool is in location number one, the tool will be loaded into the spindle and
the ATC will move back to its home position.

3) From the command mode type SETTO then press the ENTER button. The
SETTO command will establish this turret location as turret location number
one.

Note: The RI command will also establish tool order when the tool table is
cleared.

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Section 9: Coolant

Using the Coolant 1 The coolant buttons can be used to turn the coolant on and off.
and Coolant 2
Buttons 1) Press the COOLANT 1 button, when the flood coolant is off, to turn the
flood coolant on.
a. Press the COOLANT 1 button, when the flood coolant is on, to turn the
coolant off.

2) Press the COOLANT 2 button, when the mist coolant is off, to turn the mist
coolant on.

a. Press the COOLANT 2 button, when the mist coolant is on, to turn the
coolant off.

Note: M7 or M8 for coolant ON. M9 for coolant OFF.

Coolant-Through If the VMC is equipped with the coolant-through-the-spindle option the power
Spindle switch to the system needs to be in the ON position (See Figure 9-1).

1) Press the COOLANT 2 button, when the

coolant-through is OFF, to turn the coolant
ON.

2) Press the COOLANT 2 button, when the

coolant is on, to turn the coolant off.

Figure 9-1 Power switch for

machines with coolant-
through-the-spindle option.

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Section 10: Commands

Table 1: Command Summary

COMMAND
COMMAND LINE COMMANDS DESCRIPTION
CODE
Auto AU AU,start from, to,dry run opt., direct block start
Backlash BL BL, axis #, amount at center, at - end, at + end
Change Device CD CD,baud rate, line feed opt., command echo
Change Program Blocks CH CH, from, through
Cold Start CS CS
Clear Messages CM CM
Copy Program Blocks CO CO, from, through, to just after
Delete Program Blocks DE DE, from, through
Diagnostic Mode DI DI (for maintenance personnel use)
DNC DNC (DNCX) DNC, video option, error option, dry run, start block number
Draw DR DR
Display Fixture Offsets DF DF
Display Tool Table DT DT, page number
Display Tool Time Table DTT DTT
Display Macro Variable Table DV DV
Fixture Offsets FO FO, number, (X amount), (Y amount)
Home All Axes HO HO
Insert Program Blocks IN IN, from, sequence increment
Learn Mode LE LE, first block number, increment, tool number
List Program Blocks LI LI, from, through
Macro Mode MA MA
Manual Data Input MD MD
Memory Free ME ME
Menu MU MU
New Program NE NE
Number Program Lines NU NU, increment for each number
Page Editor PA PA
Program Maintenance PR PR
Punch Program PU PU, data option, code option, TTY option
Reinitialize RI RI

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Table 1: Command Summary (Continued)

COMMAND
COMMAND LINE COMMANDS DESCRIPTION
CODE
Reset Cold Start Position SETCS SETCS
Reset Tool Changer SETTO SETTO
System Parameter Table SETP SETP
Set Length Offset SL SL, tool number, optional modification
Saved Parameters SP SP, parameter #, option #
Sum Program SU SU, display from, through, CRC option, list option
Survey SV SV
Tape (program) Input TA TA, device option, error option, add at end
Tool Changer Open TC,1 TC,1
Tool Data Input TO TO, tool number, diameter, length offset
Utilities UT UT
Verification of Punched Tape VT VT, device option

Command Use A list of the commands and their proper usage format is found in Commands
Summary section of the Users Manual. The commands and their usage format can also
be found in the menu mode of the control (see Menu Mode). If an error is made
when entering a command, the words “ERROR - ENTER COMMAND MU TO SEE
THE MENU” appear directly above the words “ENTER NEXT COMMAND.” It is
not necessary to go to the menu mode after this message appears, this is only
a suggestion.

If the message “PARAMETER ERROR” or “TOO MANY PARAMETERS” appears,

the command was not entered properly and must be entered again. Always
look to see if a message appears after entering a command, to see if the
command entered, is accepted. To save time and confusion, it is suggested to
look at the screen to see what was typed, before pressing the enter button.

AU, from, to, Dry Run Option, Mid-tape Start Option

Above is the AUTO command. This will be used as an Example to show how
commands are used to instruct the machine to perform various functions.

1) The first two letters represent the command. Commands are letters only
and are usually an abbreviation for the mode or job they represent.

2) The first comma separates the command from the parameter FROM. And
the subsequent commas separate each parameter from the other. The
commas are important and an error message will appear if the commas are
not placed properly.

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3) The parameters modify or control the command. For Example, the

command above is for execution of the program, and the parameters
control how the program is to be executed. Parameters are represented by
numbers only. After each comma only a number can appear, or the
message “PARAMETER ERROR” will appear.

EXAMPLE: AU,50 <ENTER>This is correct

AU,N50 <ENTER>This is incorrect

1) The first parameter comes after the first comma, the second parameter
comes after the second comma and so on. If the third parameter is the only
parameter used, three commas must appear, etc.

EXAMPLE: AU,,,3 <ENTER>

This example uses only the third parameter. The control will run the program
from the beginning, to the end, under dry run option three.

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Viewing Error Error messages displayed on the screen are retained on the new message
Messages page found in the help menu.

To access the message page in the help menu:

1) From the command mode type MU and press the ENTER key to enter into
the help menu.

2) Type the page number for the message page and press the ENTER key. At
this time messages are found on page 43.

Figure 10-1 Message page.

To clear the messages from the message page:

1) From the command mode type CM and press the ENTER key.

AU COMMAND
Auto, Using the AU The AUTO command is used instead of the AUTO key when a mid program
Command start or a dry run is desired.

AU,From,To,Dry Run, Direct Block Start

1) The From parameter specifies the first block to be executed. If it is zero, the
first program block of the main program is assumed. For mid program
starts, all machine axes are automatically positioned to the location they
would have been prior to the block specified, and all modal function codes
specified before the starting block are automatically in effect (Spindle ON,
Coolant ON, Absolute mode, etc.).

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2) The To parameter specifies the block to end the program execution. If it is

zero, the program is executed until an M2 or M30 (Format 2) end of
program.

3) The Dry Run parameter specifies the dry run option. By entering a 1, 2 or 3,
the program will be executed in the dry run mode. In this mode, all rapid
moves are under the control of the feed rate override pot.

Option 1: Interpolation moves are made at programmed feed rate, point to

point moves are made at 150 IPM.

Option 2: Interpolation moves are made at 150 IPM, point to point moves are
made at 150 IPM.

Option 3: Interpolation moves are made at 75 IPM, point to point moves are
made at 300 IPM.

4) The Direct Block Start parameter selection of 1 specifies that the execution
begins directly and the control will not search for modal function codes
specified before the block number in the first parameter, caution must be
taken. Any number greater than 1 starts the modal code search at the
block number specified by the fourth parameter.

BL COMMAND
Backlash, Using the Backlash occcurs when the tool changes direction. It is compensating for
BL Command mechanical play in the ball screw, giving the screw an extra amount of turn
getting the balls to touch the opposite lead of the thread before the table starts
to move.

1) To see the backlash setting in the control, type “BL”, in command mode,
then press the ENTER button. (The factory setting is on the inside of the
pendant door.)

2) To enter a backlash setting, go to command mode, type “BL”, axis #,

amount of backlash in center of table, amount at negative (-) side of tabel,
amount at positive (+) side of table, press ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: BL,1,3,5,1 This will enter for the X axis a backlash setting of .0003 for the
center of the table, .0005 for the left side and .0001 for the right side.

Note: Depending on the tool location on the table, one of the three backlash
setting will be used.

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The procedure below is an Example of determining the backlash compensation
required for an axis. The X axis will be used for this Example. After the CS, Cold
Start, command, do not return to the last home position.

1) From the command mode type “BL,1,0,0,0”. This will zero the backlash
compensation for the entire length of the X axis.

2) Place a surface indicator in a tool holder and jog the needle to Z-.1 and X.1
from the X positive side of a block in the center of the table. From the
command mode type SETH then press the ENTER button. The face of the
indicator should be toward the right side of the machine.

3) Insert the following program into memory:

N1 G91 G1 X-.1 F30.
N2 G4 P66000
N3 Z.25 G5
N4 X-.1
N5 X.1
N6 Z-.25
N7 G4 P66000
N8 X.1 G5
N9 M2

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CD COMMAND
Setting Baud Rate When two devices communicate they must do so at the same rate. This rate is
Using the CD called the “BAUD RATE.” Most communication software for computers will
(Change Device) allow the operator to vary the BAUD RATE, depending upon the BAUD RATE of
Command the device the computer is trying to communicate with. Some devices have a
fixed BAUD RATE, so the control must be set to communicate at that fixed
BAUD RATE.

To change the BAUD RATE at the control:

1) From the command mode type CD,# (where # is one of the BAUD RATE
options)

Below is a list of BAUD RATE options.

1=110 baud

2=150 baud

3=300 baud

4=600 baud

5=1200 baud

6=2400 baud

7=4800 baud

8=9600 baud

9=19200 baud

10=38000 baud

11=57600 baud

12=115200 baud

Note: To establish the default BAUD RATE (the rate that the control will use
without using the CD command) see DEFAULT PARAMETERS, USING THE
SETP COMMAND.

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Note: The command mode must be used to set the 57600 baud and 115200
baud communications rates.

CH COMMAND
Change Program Program coding can be changed in a line of the program by using the CH
Lines, Using the CH command. Program coding can also be added to a line in the program by using
Command the CH command.

EXAMPLE: To change a code in a line:

1) From the command mode type CH,# (where # is the number of the line to
be changed) then press the ENTER button.

a. Type CH,30 then press the ENTER button.

N30 G0 G90 S700 M3 E1 X-3.743 Y- 2.

b. The line as it is, in the program, will appear in the lower left hand por-
tion of the screen, with the cursor on the line below.
N30 G0 G90 S700 M3 E1 X-3.743 Y-2.

c. Type the code or codes to be changed, then press the ENTER button.
S850 X3.743

d. Only the S word and the X word will be changed in the line.

Note: List the program to confirm the change was made correctly. (see LIST
PROGRAM, USING THE LI COMMAND)

Note: If more than one G word or M word exists in the program, to change the
similar words after the first word in the line, the first word(s) must be
retyped.

EXAMPLE: N30 G0 G90 S850 M3 E1 X3.743 Y-2.

G0 G91To change the G90 to a G91 the G0 must be retyped so it will remain the
same in the line.

EXAMPLE: To add a code to a line in the program:

1) From the command mode type CH,# (where # is the number of the line to
be changed) then press the ENTER button.

a. Type CH,32 then press the ENTER button.

N32 G82 G99 R0.05 Z-.25 F10.

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The line as it is, in the program, will appear in the lower left hand portion of the
screen, with the cursor on the line below.

N32 G82 G99 R0.05 Z-.25 F10.

b. Type the code or codes to be added, then press the ENTER button.
P258

The P word will be added to the line when the ENTER button is pressed.

The line will look like this:

N32 G82 G99 R0.05 Z-.25 F10. P258

The control remains in the change mode until the MANUAL button is pressed or
the ENTER button is pressed and no change has been made to the line.

This mode allows the replacement of letters or numbers (referred to as strings)

with any new letters or numbers. This way each character in the line can be
changed individually. Comments in the line can have a misspelled word and
the operator can change only the misspelled word and not retype the entire
comment. This ability is called FIND-AND-REPLACE.

EXAMPLE: Using FIND-AND-REPLACE:

1) From the command mode type CH,# (where # is the number of the line to
be changed) then press the ENTER button.

a. Type CH,78 then press the ENTER button.

N78 X5.05 Y-3.125* HOLLE D2

The line as it is, in theprogram, will appear in the lower left hand portion of the
screen, with the cursor on the line below.

N78 X5.05 Y-3.125* HOLLE D2

<
HOLLE;HOLE
Retype the characters to be changed (old string), type a semicolon and then
type the characters as they should be (new string) then press the ENTER
button.

N78 X5.05 Y-3.125* HOLE D2

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The line as it is now in memory will appear on the 125;152 screen. Type the
next characters to replace and press the enter button. In this case the numbers
125 will be changed to 152.

N78 X5.05 Y-3.152* HOLE D2

The new line will be displayed like this.

EXAMPLE: To remove (delete) characters from the line.

When it is desired to remove any character from a line, type the characters to
be removed, a semicolon, then press the ENTER button.

N103 X-0.19 Y-0.38 J-0.19 G3

Type X; ENTER to remove X-0.19 from the line.

The CH command can be utilized to change the program in line number

groups.

EXAMPLE: To change a group of lines.

1) From the command mode type CH,1st#,2nd# (where 1st# is the first line to
edit, and 2nd# is the last line to edit) then press the ENTER button.

a. Type CH,5,15 then press the ENTER button.

N5 X5.05 Y.235 The first line will appear.

N5 X5.05 Y.235
X5.05;X5.025 Enter the change.
N5 X5.025 Y.235
N6 X6. The next line will appear.

When the ENTER button is pressed without making a change the next line will
appear. If the last line to edit is on the screen, pressing the ENTER button will
exit the CH mode. To exit the CH mode at any time press the MANUAL button.

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CO COMMAND
Copy Program Existing blocks (lines) in the program can be duplicated from one portion of the
Blocks, Using the CO program to another using the CO command. This command will create the
Command sequence numbers required to copy the blocks into other portions of the
program.

1) From the command mode type CO, 1st #, 2nd #, 3rd # then press the
ENTER button.

a. The 1st # represents the first block to copy.

b. The 2nd # represents the last block to copy.
c. The 3rd # represents the block number to copy the blocks just after. If a
sequence number exists after this block, decimal numbers will be used
for the duplicated blocks.

EXAMPLE: CO,12,26,56 This will copy lines 12 through 26 and place them just after line
56.

CO,50,78,.5 This will copy lines 50 through 78 and place them just after line
.5.

CO,39,50,42 This will copy lines 39 through 50 and place them just after 42.

CS COMMAND
Cold Start The CS command will establish the machine zero position. For the Z axis, the
CS command establishes the tool change position. The Z axis cold start
position is the point where the tool Turret is directly aligned with the V flange of
the tool in the spindle. The CS command will also establish the axes limits.
After the CS command is used the control will establish “software” limits. The
operator can jog up to the software limits. The control will not allow further
motion. Before using the CS command the machine will not stop at the axes
limits. When using JOG before the CS command is used the machine will go
into emergency stop if the operator jogs to the physical limits. The physical
limits are located .25 inches beyond the software limits. (See also POWER ON/
OFF)

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DE COMMAND
Delete Program Program lines can be deleted by using the DE command.
Lines, Using the DE
Command

EXAMPLE: To delete one line:

1) From the command mode type DE,# (where # is the line to be deleted) then
press the ENTER button.

a. Type DE,62.01 then press the ENTER button. This will delete line num-
ber 62.01.
b. If the line number does not exist in the program the message PARAME-
TER ERROR will appear on the screen just above the command line.

EXAMPLE: To delete a number of lines from the program:

1) From the command mode type DE,1st #,2nd # (where 1st # and 2nd # are
the lines to be deleted from and through) then press the ENTER button.

a. Type DE,73,85 then press the ENTER button. This will delete all lines
from line 73 through 85 including 73 and 85.
b. If the line numbers do not exist in the program the message PARAME-
TER ERROR will appear on the screen just above the command line.

WARNING: There is NO confirm message before the DE command (delete)

! is executed. If an error in line numbers is entered it will be deleted if the line
numbers exist. See the PA mode, Delete.

DNC COMMAND
Direct Numerical When a program is longer than the memory capacity of the control, an
Control, Using the extended memory board can be installed in the control. If the program is longer
DNC Command than the extended memory capabilities, the DNC mode can be used which will
allow a computer to link directly with the control. As the control needs more
information the computer will send more information to the control on demand.
This requires DNC software in the computer.

1) The baud rate at the control must be set at the same rate of the computer.
(see BAUD RATE, USING THE CHANGE DEVICE (CD) COMMAND)

2) From the command mode type DNC then press the ENTER button.

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3) Start the DNC software at the computer.

4) At the control press the AUTO or START button to begin execution of the
program.

5) Use the feed rate potentiometer to slow the rate of execution. The screen
should have at least two program lines showing while the program is
running. Hesitation will occur if the tool is moving fast enough to only have
one line of the program showing on the screen. (For -2 software, see also
G91.1 for high speed execution).

Note: The CNC program in the computer does not need sequence numbers,
the control will establish them. The CNC program in the computer can have
sequence numbers, however they are not needed.

See also, G91.1 in the User’s Manual.

Direct Numerical The server program works similar to a main program with subprograms. The
Control, Using a importance of the server program is that it gives the programmer the ability to
Server Program direct the program to other files rather than having one long DNC file. Using the
server program also facilitates the operator when attempting a mid-program
start. It helps because the server program is usually short in comparison to a
normal DNC files. It increases the ability to identify the mid-program start point.

The server program is no more than a normal NC program with a line

describing a path and file name to be executed. Return to the server program is
automatic after execution of the called up subprogram file is complete. Mid-
program searches only search through the server program.

Note: Comments in the subprogram files must appear on a line with program
coding.

(SERVER FOR P/N 123454 RIGHT ANGLE FLANGE DETAIL

M6 T1 (TOOL #1, 3/4 BALL NOSE)
G0 G90 S2000 M3 E1 X0 Y0
H1 M7 Z3.
F30.Feed rates
C:\DATA\PROG1 Execute Program 1
Z3. G0
E2 X0 Y0 Fixture offsets
G51.1 X0 Mirror
G68 R0+45. X0 Y0 Rotation
C:\DATA\PROG1 Execute Program 1
G50.1

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Z3. G0
M5 M9
G0 G49 G90 Z0
M6 T2 (TOOL #2, 5/8 BALL NOSE)
G0 G90 S2300 M3 E2 X0 Y0
H2 M7 Z3.
G51.1 X0
G68 R0+45. X0 Y0
C:\DATA\PROG2 Execute Program 2
G50.1
G69
Z3. G0
E1 X0 Y0
C:\DATA\PROG2
M5 M9
G0 G90 H0 Z0
M6 T1
M2

FO COMMAND
Fixture Offsets, Fixture offset information can be inserted or changed using the FO command.
Using the FO (See also: FIXTURE OFFSETS, USING THE UT COMMAND)
Command
To find and insert fixture offset information:

1) Use an edge finder or indicator to find the home position (X & Y) for each
fixture. All of these locations must be distances from the position where the
SET(axis) commands were used (X and Y home positions; see following
note).

Note: When using fixture offsets a common procedure to follow is:

a. After using the CS command at power on, remain at that position. (see
POWER ON)
b. Press the JOG button, turn the selector switch to jog the Y axis and jog
the Y axis .200 from the positive axis limit. Do Not move the X or Z axes
from the CS position.
c. From the command mode type SETH and press the ENTER button. This
will reset the home position for all axes.

Note: Fixture offset 0 could also be referred to as “Program Home”

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d. This position is known as fixture number zero. From this position estab-
lish all the distances to all the other fixtures.

EXAMPLE: Distance from fixture 0 to fixture 1 X-12.3256 Y-9.5723

Distance from fixture 0 to fixture 2 X-4.0162 Y-9.5014

Distance from fixture 0 to fixture 3 X7.8743 Y-9.4902

e. The advantage of having Fixture zero near the Y axis positive limit when
the program ends and returns to this position is: a) The table is out and
close to the operator making it easier to load parts. b) The coolant is
dripping away from the fixtures.

2) From the command mode type FO,#,X distance,Y distance then press the
ENTER button. (Where # is the fixture number.)

EXAMPLE: (From distances recorded above)

FO,1,-12.3256,-9.5723
FO,2,-4.0162,-9.5014
FO,3,7.8743,-9.4902

Note: The second parameter is for the X distance and the third parameter is for
the Y distance. Do not include the letter X or Y. Parameters are numbers
only.

3) Set all tool length offsets at fixture #1, even if the program is a multiple
operation program. When moving from one fixture to the next the control
will automatically compensate for the Z difference from fixture #1. For
Example if tool #4 is only used at fixture #3, the tool length offset is still
established at fixture #1. When the program instructs the tool to move to
fixture #3, the difference in height between fixture #1 and fixture #3 is made
and then all Z axis moves are relative to the gauge point of fixture #3.

4) Establish the differences in the Z axis between fixture #1 and the other
fixtures.

a. Place an indicator in a tool holder.

• Jog the indicator down to the point of fixture #1.
• Zero the dial to the pointer.
• Write the position of the Z axis, from the screen, down on paper.

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• Jog to the gauge point of the other fixtures until the pointer of the
indicator is at the same zero dial reading. Note: the Z axis position
from the screen.

b. Compare the Z axis positions for each fixture with the position of fixture
#1. Subtract to find the difference between fixture #1 and each fixture.

EXAMPLE: Fixture Z offsets for

#1 Z-10.3457
#2 Z-10.3498
#3 Z- 8.8024

#2 10.3498
#1 -10.3457

= .0041 Fixture #2 is below #1 -.0041

#1 10.3457
#3 - 8.8024
= 1.5433 Fixture #3 is above #1 +1.5433

5) From the command mode type FO,#,,,Z difference then press the ENTER
button. (Where # is the fixture number.)

EXAMPLE: (From work above)

FO,2,,,-.0041
FO,3,,,1.5433

Note: Because all Z differences are from fixture #1, there is no Z offset for
fixture #1.

Viewing the Fixture From the command mode type DF then press the ENTER button.
Offset Table

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Changing the Fixture From the command mode type FO, new X dimension, new Y dimension, new Z
Offset Information difference then press the ENTER button. (Where # is the fixture number).

EXAMPLE: FO,#, new X dimension

FO,1,-12.3234 This changes only the X dimension.

IN COMMAND
Insert Program To insert program coding into the program currently in memory, or to start
Lines, Using the IN entering a new program into memory, use the IN command. Insertion can be
Command between existing lines by using decimal line numbers. The control will accept
999 lines between two whole line numbers (i.e. N1, N1.001 - N1.999, N2)

When the control is instructed to insert over an existing line, the old line is
deleted and the new inserted line takes its place. The original line will be lost.

EXAMPLE: To insert a new program:

1) From the command mode type NE then press the ENTER button.

a. This will delete the current program from memory.

• Press the letter Y (Yes) then press the ENTER button to delete the
program.

Note: Save the program currently in memory before inserting a new program.
(see OUTPUT, TO TAPE PUNCH OR COMPUTER)

2) From the command mode type IN then press the ENTER button. Inserting
will begin at line number one and step sequentially by one.
N 1 This will appear in the bottom left corner of the screen.

a. Type the information desired for the line then press the ENTER button.
N 1( TOOL #1 1/2 INCH 2FL EM (CRC) )

Press ENTER

N 2 and the control will display the next line, allowing for input on the next line.

b. To terminate the insert mode press the MANUAL button, or press the
ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: To insert a line anywhere in the program:

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1) From the command mode type IN,# (where # is a line number) then press
the ENTER button.

Note: Line numbers can have decimal points. A line number of N .015 or N 2.5
for Example. N .015 is a line before N 1 and N 1.5 is a line between N 1
and N 2.

a. Type IN,.001 then press the ENTER button.

N 0.0010 This will appear in the lower left hand portion of the screen. Type in
the line and press the ENTER button.

N 0.0010 O12( P/N 67-37754 SK )

N 1.001 The next line will appear. Because no increment was give as the
second parameter, the insert command used an increment of one.

b. Press the MANUAL button, or the ENTER button, to terminate the insert
mode.

EXAMPLE: To insert a number of lines anywhere in the program:

1) From the command mode type IN,#,increment (where # is a line number

and increment is the amount to step by for each line) then press the ENTER
button.

Note: Line numbers can have decimal points. A line number of N.015 or N2.5
is acceptable. N.015 is a line before N1 and N2.5 is a line between N2 and
N3. Increments for sequence numbers can also have decimals. Using an
increment of .001 will cause the numbers to step by .001: for Example
N.001, N.002, .003 ... N.999.

a. Type IN,62.01,.01 then press the ENTER button. This will allow insert-
ing of 99 lines between line 62 and 63.

N 62.01 This will appear in the lower left hand portion of the screen. Type in
the line and press the ENTER button.

N 62.01G82G99R0.05Z-.22F50.P24

N 62.02 The next line will appear. Type in the next line and press the ENTER
button.

N 62.01G82G99R0.05Z-.22F50.P24

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N 62.02L101

N 62.03 The next line will appear. Type in the next line and press the ENTER
button.

b. Press the MANUAL button, or the ENTER button, to terminate the insert
mode.

LE COMMAND
Learn Mode The learn mode is used when the programmer needs to jog the tool and insert
(digitizing), Using the tool position into the program currently active in memory.
the LE Command
The learn mode is commonly used to find the moves required to clean out
pockets, or any other moves in areas not defined by the print. The programmer
can program the moves along walls and run the program. Then using the jog
mode to cut the remaining material, the learn mode will insert all these moves
directly into the program.

1) For the first parameter of the LE command, determine the sequence

number where the positions will be inserted into the program.

EXAMPLE: N50 X1.5 Y-2.

N51 X2.5 Z-.245 G1 F20.
N52 ( DIGITIZE POCKET HERE )When writing the program this message was
placed at this line to mark the place where to insert the moves.
N53 Z.1 G0

2) The second parameter of the LE command is the increment used for the
sequence number steps when each position is inserted into the program.
Be careful to use an increment that will allow plenty of positions. An
increment of .01 is usually adequate, allowing for 99 positions.

3) The tool length offset, of the tool used when in the learn mode, must be in
the tool table. All digitized Z axis moves will be in relation to the gauge point
(Z0) of the part according to the tool number in the third parameter.

Note: All positions inserted into the program will be in absolute (G90).

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EXAMPLE: Using the program above:

a. From the manual data mode establish the proper RPM for the tool.
b. Put the tool in the spindle.
c. From the command mode type LE,52.01,.01,1 then press the ENTER
button. This will start inserting positions at line N52.01, increment by
.01 (the next line will be N52.02), and all Z axis moves will be in relation
to the gauge point of tool number one.
d. The message at the bottom of the screen will read “PRESS JOG TO
CONTINUE OR MANUAL TO EXIT.”
e. Press the JOG button.
f. Start the spindle using the SPINDLE ON/OFF button and the SHIFT key.
g. Jog to the first position for the tool to move to. (In the case above X2.5
Y-2. Z-.245, or approximately this point.)
h. Press the MANUAL button to get out of the jog mode.
i. The line number that will be inserted, is listed on the second line from
the bottom. The line on the bottom with the cursor is allowing the oper-
ator to change the line above it, exactly like the change program line
command. Press the ENTER button after making changes. (see
CHANGE PROGRAM LINES, USING THE CH COMMAND)
j. The message at the bottom of the screen will read “PRESS JOG TO
CONTINUE OR MANUAL TO EXIT.”
k. Press the JOG button and move to the next position, then repeat steps
h - k.

4) When all the positions are found press the MANUAL button.

A technique for digitizing around bosses or radii, is to jog to a starting position

where a radius is desired, and insert that position. Then jog to the end point of
the radius, change the G1 to a G2 or G3, and add R0# (use radius designation,
see users manual) to go around the boss or radius. Go around a boss in at
least two or three arcs.

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LI COMMAND
List Program The control can list the currently active program to the screen by using the list
command. The list mode is only for listing the program. All other editing
functions are handled by other commands.

LISTING SPEED CONTROL: The speed (or rate) at which the control will list the
program is controlled by pressing a number key. The 0 key will stop the listing,
to start listing again press a number key 1 - 9. The slowest listing speed is 1
the fastest listing speed is 9. When the control has listed the entire program, it
goes directly into the command mode. The control can start listing and stop
listing as often as needed. Scrolling is forward, to see a program line that has
scrolled off the screen, press the manual button and list the program again.
The control starts listing at speed 5.

1) From the command mode type LI then press the ENTER button.

The program will start listing from the beginning of the program at speed 5.

The control can start listing from any sequence number, and stop listing from
any sequence number by using the from and through parameters.

2) From the command mode type LI,# (where # is the sequence number to
start listing from) then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: LI,52 The program will begin listing at line 52.

3) From the command mode type LI,#,# ( where the first # is where to start
listing from and the second # is the last line to list) then press the ENTER
button.

This will start listing the program from the First # to the second #.

Note: See also PAGE,USING THE PA COMMAND.

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MD COMMAND
MDI, Manual Data Manual Data Input is used to execute program coding, as it is typed in at the
Input keyboard and the ENTER button is pressed. When coding is typed, and the
ENTER button is pressed, the coding is not placed into memory, it is only
executed.

Any function allowed in the currently active program is allowed in MDI except
for cutter radius compensation (unless it is used in a subroutine and an H or D
word is used).

The first time the enter button is pressed when in the MDI mode, the waiting
message will appear. After executing the first instruction, whenever the ENTER
button is pressed the coding is executed without going into the waiting stage.

EXAMPLE:
FORMAT 1 The default codes are in effect until other modal codes are used. See the users
manual for the list of default codes.

EXAMPLE:
FORMAT 2 The last modal codes used will be in effect in the MDI mode.

EXAMPLE: Using MDI to change a tool:

1) From the command mode type MD then press the ENTER button, or press
the MANUAL button at the command mode.

2) Type M6T# (where # is a Turret location) then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: M6 T5 This will do a tool change and pick up the tool in turret location five when
executed:

3) The waiting message will flash on the screen, press the START button to
execute the tool change.
4) Press the MANUAL button to exit the MDI mode or type the next program
coding to be executed.

EXAMPLE: Using a subroutine in the currently active program, called up from MDI:

1) From the command mode press the AUTO button.

2) When the waiting message appears press the MANUAL button.

3) Type MD then press the ENTER button.

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4) Type the required codes necessary to use the subroutine in the currently
active program. (H#, S#, G#, F#, M#)

5) Call up the subroutine using the L word, the sub number and the amount of
repetitions.

ME COMMAND
Memory Free, Using The ME command is used to determine the amount of memory available to the
the ME Command user. This information is presented in the form of a percentage. The amount of
the percentage indicates the amount of memory free to load other user
programs.

Note: As a reminder, the memory of the machine is not a proper program

storage device. It is recommended to preserve the user programs on disk
or tape. The memory of the machine is maintained by a battery on the
memory board. This battery cannot prevent an operator from using a
command to clear certain portions of memory.

NE COMMAND
Memory Clear, Using Using the NE command will clear from memory the currently active program
the NE Command only.

1) From the command mode type NE the press the ENTER button.
a. The question will appear on the screen.
“DO YOU WANT TO REMOVE PROG.” ENTER Y OR N.
• Press the letter Y then press the ENTER button to clear the program
from memory.
• Press the letter N then press the ENTER button to keep the program.

Note: This command clears the program from the machine memory
completely. It does not retain the program in the program library. To use the
program again it must be reloaded into the control.

WARNING: Ensure that the program has been saved to the floppy disk or
! tape before using the NE command or the program will be lost.

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NU COMMAND
Number Program The lines in the program can be numbered by using the NU command. Each
Lines, Using the NU line in the program must be numbered. Because decimal numbers are allowed,
Command the lines can be numbered in increments of 1 and insertion of lines can be
accomplished by using decimal line numbers. It is easier to work with the
program if the lines are numbered with whole numbers. It is suggested to
number the lines before transmitting the program to a disk file or tape. Then
get a new listing (hard copy) of the program.

1) From the command mode type NU,# (where # is the increment used to
number the lines by) then press the ENTER button.

a. NU This will number the lines by ones.

b. NU,10 This will number the lines by tens.

PA COMMAND
Uses The page command can be used to list, search, replace, number, copy, insert,
delete, change, edit, run individual lines, and begin a direct mid-program start
from the currently active program.

Figure 10-2 Page command screen.

Program Editing
Using PA
Decimals and Signs 1) Decimals are required for all dimensions, feed rates, and angles.

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a. Each axis designation cannot exceed three digits to the left and four
digits to the right or two digits to the left and five digits to the right with
no more than seven digits total allowed.
INCHES: X Y Z ###.#### (or ##.##### for higher precision)
METRIC: X Y Z ####.### (or ###.#### for higher precision)
b. Each feed rate cannot exceed three digits to the left of the decimal and
two digits to the right.
F ####.##
c. Each A axis angular move cannot exceed four digits to the left and three
digits to the right.
A ####.###
d. Each B axis angular move cannot exceed three digits to the left of the
decimal and three to the right.
B ####.###

If decimals do not appear with dimensions, feed rates, or angles, the control
will add them. For Example if an X1 is entered it is accepted as X0.0001, F40
would be accepted as F0.4 and A100 would be accepted as A0.1

2) Signs must be typed after the axis designation or variable.

EXAMPLE: X-1. or R0-3.4

3) Positive signs are assumed for all designations but are required for R
variables in format 2 mode to separate the variable from the value.

EXAMPLE: X1. Y2. Z3. A100. B15. R1+4.5 R2+5.6

Background Edit From the Auto Mode the operator can change the program, offsets, and dry run
options.

1) From the AUTO mode press the space bar.

a. The currently active program can now be edited.

b. Or by pressing 1 or 2 the dry run options or the offsets can be edited.
c. The 3 key displays the page editor keys used to edit the program.

2) Press the manual key to exit from the background edit mode.
Note: The edits made in the background edit mode are subject to the look-
ahead / binary buffer. Any changes made will not come into affect until the
current information in the buffer has been executed. If changes made to the
program or offsets are already in the buffer, the changes will not be
executed until the next time the program is executed.

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To List The Program 1) From the command mode type PA then press the ENTER button. The
Program will appear, as typed, on the screen.

a. The ENTER button is used to page down.

b. The BACK SPACE button is used to page up.
c. The U button is used to move the cursor up.
d. The D button is used to move the cursor down.
The cursor is the < symbol.

N73 M6 T2
N74 G0 G90 S8500 M3 E1 X-.5 Y-.42
<N75 H2 M7 Z-.395

e. The T button is used to move the cursor to the top of the program.
f. The B button is used to move the cursor to the bottom of the program.

2) The program may also be listed from a desired line number. Type PA,#
(where # is the line number to begin the listing from) and press the ENTER
button.

To Insert Between 1) Move the cursor to the line to insert after.

Lines

EXAMPLE: N5 X2.374 Move the cursor to line N5 to insert between lines N5 and N6.
N6 Y1.275

2) Press the I button.

a. A new line number will appear.

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EXAMPLE: N5 X2.374
N 5.1
N6 Y1.275

b. After typing the new line press the ENTER button and the next line will
appear.

EXAMPLE: N5 X2.374
N5.1 X2.874
N5.2
N6 Y1.275

Press the ENTER button at this point to exit the insert mode and return to the
PA mode.

To Search The 1) From the command mode type PA then press the ENTER button. The
Program Program will appear, as typed, on the screen.

a. Press the S button.

b. The message “ENTER SEARCH:DEFAULT= :” will appear in the lower
left hand corner of the screen.

Note: The search word refers to program coding. Words in a comment cannot
be searched for.

c. Type M6 and press the ENTER button.

d. The program will be listed, and the cursor will be placed next to the line
that contains the search word. The line with the searched for informa-
tion will be displayed as the first line on the screen unless it is on the
last page of the program.

EXAMPLE: N57 M6 T1 This is the first line on the screen.

N58 G0 G90 S10000 M3 E1 X1.34 Y.4

N59 H1 M7 Z-.245

N60 G4 P1000

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2) To search for the word again, press the S button and the message “ENTER
SEARCH: DEFAULT=M6 :” in the lower left hand corner of the screen.
Notice the default is M6.

EXAMPLE: From the preceding Example, if the ENTER button is pressed, the cursor will be
placed next to the next line with an M6 in it because the default search is M6.

N73 M6 T2 This is the first line on the screen.

N74 G0 G90 S8500 M3 E1 X-.5 Y-.42
N75 H2 M7 Z-.395

To Change a Line 1) Move the cursor next to the line to be changed.

2) Press the C button.

a. This will place the control in the change mode.

b. The line can now be changed, the same way the change command
would work. (See also CHANGE PROGRAM LINES, USING THE CH COM-
MAND).

To Delete a Line 1) Move the cursor next to the line to be deleted.

2) Press the DEL button.

a. Two options will be available.

• 1-CURRENT LINE this will delete the current line selected.
• 2-MULTIPLE LINES Selecting this option allows the operator to des-
ignate the starting line and ending line to be deleted.

To Run a Single Line 1) Place the cursor next to the line to be run by using the search method, or by
From the Program using the cursor up or down method for cursor placement.

2) Press the A button.

a. Press the AUTO button.

• The WAITING message will start flashing on the screen.
b. Press the START button.
• Only the line that the cursor was next to will be executed. Then the
control will return to the page listing.
c. The process can be repeated as often as needed.

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Note: The process for running individual lines may be used when doing a mid-
program start in format 2. Certain lines of coding may contain important
information, needed for running the portion of the program in a direct mid-
program start. For Example: In a situation where a fixed cycle must be
initialized and then the 80th hole of a 100 hole pattern is the place where
the direct mid-program will begin, the lines the where spindle is turned on
and the tool length offset is called up and the line with the fixed cycle is
used, can each be run individually. Then the cursor can be placed to the
line of the 80th hole location and the direct start can begin from that
location.

To do a Direct Mid- 1) Place the cursor next to the line to begin running the program from. Use the
Program Start search method, or the cursor up or down method for cursor placement.

2) Press the AUTO button.

a. Three options will be available:

• 1-START AT BEGINNING the program will start at the beginning line
number.
• 2-START AT CURSOR LINE the program will start at the line selected
by the cursor.
• 3-SEARCH MODALS FROM & START AT CURSOR the program will
be searched for applicable modal codes and start at line selected
by cursor.
b. Press the AUTO button, and the program will begin processing accord-
ing to the option selected.
c. After processing is completed the waiting light will flash.
d. Press the AUTO button to start the program.

PR COMMAND
Program Library, The program library is used to store different programs in memory, while one
Using the PR program is currently active. All editing, listing, and execution is done with the
Command program currently active in memory. To work with any of the other programs,
the PR command may be used to switch the currently active program with one
of the programs in the library.

To differentiate one program from the other an O word in the first line of each
program is needed. The O word must be the only coding, other than
comments, in the line. The O word must be numbered as between O1 and
O9999.

EXAMPLE: N1 O206(P/N 1234)

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In the Example above the program has been given the number 206. The O
word can have a comment in the line, which will show up to sixteen characters
when option 2 (display program numbers) is used from the PR menu. This
comment can be used to tag the program numbers with a part number or part
name.

To select another program:

1) From “ENTER NEXT COMMAND” type PR then press ENTER the following
menu will appear:

Figure 10-3 Display from PR Command

To Use the Program 1) Type PR then press the enter button. If the message appears “PLEASE PUT
Library Menu: AN O-WORD AT THE FIRST OF THE CURRENT PROGRAM THE FOLLOWING
PROGRAMS ARE IN MEMORY:”, an O word must be inserted into the
program as the first line of the program.
a. Use the IN command to insert the O word.
• Type IN,.001 and press enter.
• Type O# (where # is an unused program number) and press enter.
• Press the manual button.
• Type PR and press the enter button to use the program library
menu.
2) When in the program library menu the words ENTER OPTION NUMBER
appear an option number must be entered or the manual button can be
pressed to exit this mode.

a. Option #1: This option is used to switch the currently active program
with one of the programs in the program library. Before using option #1,
use option #2 which will display the program numbers in memory. Then
use the PR command again, after the control displays the programs in
memory, to switch programs.

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b. Option #2: This option will display all program numbers in memory. It
will also display the comment placed with the O word. (see above)
c. Option #3: This option is used only when the IN command is going to
be used to start a new active program, and if the currently active pro-
gram has an O word in the first line and it is desired to keep the cur-
rently active program in the library. When the words appear ENTER
PROGRAM NUMBER , enter only the program number, do not include
the letter O. The control will display DUPLICATE NAME if the number
entered for the program is the duplicate of a program in the library. The
IN command can now be used to begin entering the next program.
d. Option #4: This option is used to copy an entire program in the program
library (old program), and give it another program number (new pro-
gram). This may be used for editing purposes.
e. Option #5: This option is used to delete a program from the program
library (old program).

RI COMMAND
Memory Clear, Using The RI command allows the operator to completely clear the machine memory.
the RI Command The operator can choose to delete or leave in memory all fixture offsets and the
tool table.

1) From the command mode type RI then press the ENTER button.

a. The first question to appear will read,

“DO YOU WANT TO ZERO TOOL TABLE? (HIT Y OR N, THEN ENTER)
• Press the letter Y then press the ENTER button to clear all tool off-
sets.
• Press the letter N then press the ENTER button to keep all tool off-
sets.
b. The second question to appear will read, “DO YOU WANT TO ZERO FIX-
TURE OFFSETS? (HIT Y OR N, THEN PRESS ENTER).
• Press the letter Y then press the ENTER button to clear all fixture off-
sets.
• Press the letter N then press the ENTER button to keep all fixture
offsets.
c. The third question to appear will read, “DO YOU WANT TO REINITIALIZE
MEMORY? (HIT Y OR N, THEN PRESS ENTER). This will clear all CNC
programs in the program library and the currently active program.
• Press the letter Y then press the ENTER button to clear all program
memory.
• Press the letter N then press the ENTER button to keep all program
memory.

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Note: Answering yes to the third question will cause the machine to ask for the
CS command again. (See POWER ON)

USING THE SETTO

COMMAND
Turret (ATC), The turret is not numbered, so it is up to the operator to establish turret location
Establish Tool Order; number one. Then the control will sequentially number the remaining locations
Using the SETTO (CW viewed from the top). This allows for multiple tool groups from various jobs
Command to be placed in the turret at one time. At the beginning of each job, the operator
will rotate the turret and establish a new turret location number one for each
new job.

1) Open the ATC and use either the TURRET CW or TURRET CCW button to
rotate the turret to the number one location. (see TURRET (ATC), OPEN FOR
LOADING; USING THE TC,1 COMMAND)

2) Press the MANUAL button to close the ATC. This will bring the head down. If
a tool is in location number one, the tool will be loaded into the spindle and
the ATC will move back to its home position.

3) From the command mode type SETTO then press the ENTER button. The
SETTO command will establish this turret location as turret location number
one.

Note: The RI command will also establish tool order when the tool table is
cleared.

SETP COMMAND
Using the SETP The SETP command is usually used by the factory and by the setup person
Command who installs the machine. It can also be used by the end user to establish
programming, baud rate, and output preferences.

Note: The factory set parameters can be found on the inside of the pendant
door.

1) Move the machine to the cold start position if changes will be made to the
parameter settings. The machine Cold Start must be accomplished when
parameters are changed.

2) From the command mode type SETP then press the ENTER button.

3) The menu prompt at the bottom of the screen defines the use of the
keyboard to move the cursor to the parameter to change. When the
parameter to change has the cursor to it’s left, the parameter choices will
de displayed at the bottom of the screen.

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4) Select the parameter choice by pressing the number corresponding to the

choice and press the ENTER button. The parameter will display the change
and the cursor will move to the right.

5) Press the MANUAL button to exit and save the parameter setting mode.

Note: If changes are made to any of the parameters, in most cases the CNC
control will require a COLD START. Follow the power on procedure. (See
POWER ON)

The following pages have the recommended format settings for the FADAL
FORMAT 1 and FORMAT 2 6MB,10M,11M compatibility.

CS COMMAND
Position (PART), The CS command will establish the cold start position where X, Y, Z, A, and B
Establish; Using the are zero. This point is also known as machine zero. (see POWER ON)
SET(AXIS) Command
The cold start position is used as a fixed reference point to establish the part
home from. The SET(axis) commands are used to establish the part or
program home location.

Establishing part 1) From the command mode type MD then press the ENTER button.
home using an edge
finder: 2) Now in the manual data input mode, type S1400 then press the ENTER
button.

3) The waiting message will appear and the blue light will be flashing.

4) Press the START button, which will establish an RPM of 1400. (The spindle
will not be on at this time.)

5) Press the MANUAL button.

6) Jog the edge finder close to the 1st edge (X or Y) of the part.

7) Start the spindle manually by depressing one of the SHIFT buttons as the
SPINDLE ON/OFF button is pressed. The SHIFT button must be depressed
first then the SPINDLE ON/OFF button can be pressed.

8) Jog the edge finder until it finds the 1st edge. And immediately press the
MANUAL button.

9) From the command mode type SETX or SETY then press the ENTER button.
This establishes the current X or Y position as zero.

10) Follow steps 6 - 8 for the other axes.

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11) From the command mode type SETY or SETX for the remaining axis then
press the ENTER button.

12) Jog the edge finder up, above the top of the part.

13) Jog the X and Y axes to correct for the radius of the edge finder.

14) Press the MANUAL button.

15) From the command mode type SETX then press the ENTER button. Then
type SETY and press the ENTER button. This will correct the home position
for the radius of the edge finder.

EXAMPLE: If the upper left hand (X- Y+) corner of the part is picked up, using a .200
diameter edge finder.

a. Select the X axis and .01 increments.

b. Jog the X axis to .1 by looking at the position read-out on the screen.
c. Select the Y axis.
d. Jog the Y axis to -.1 by looking at the position read-out on the screen.

WARNING: The SETH command will establish the current position of all
! axes to zero (home). Do not use SETH unless all axes are at home.

Establishing part 1) Remove the indicator from the spindle.

home using an
indicator: 2) From the command mode type MD then press the ENTER button.

3) Now in the manual data mode, type S.2 M3 M5 then press the ENTER
button.

4) The waiting message will appear and the blue light will be flashing.

5) Press the START button, which will unorient the spindle.

6) Press the MANUAL button.

Note: Steps 1 - 6 are to unorient the spindle and put the belts in the high range
making it easier to turn the spindle.

7) Place a holder with an indicator, in the spindle.

8) Jog over and indicate the location boss, pin or hole.

9) Press the MANUAL button.

10) From the command mode type SETY then press the ENTER button.

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11) From the command mode type SETX then press the ENTER button.

SETH COMMAND
Home Position To make an adjustment to the home position use the following steps:
(Part), Correction
Using SETH 1) From the command mode type HO then press the ENTER button. The
waiting message will appear, then press the START button. If the Z axis is
below the Z axis home position, the Z axis will move home first, then the X
and Y axes will move home. If the Z axis is above the Z axis home position
the X and Y axes will move first, then the Z axis will move home.

2) Press the JOG button and jog the axes to the new correct location for the
next run.

EXAMPLE: If the home position needs to be corrected by the value of X.0013 and Y-.0009:

a. Select the X axis and by looking at the position read-out on the screen
jog the X axis to .0013.
b. Jog the Y axis to -.0009 by looking at the position read-out on the
screen.
3) Press the MANUAL button.

4) From the command mode type SETH then press the ENTER button. This
will correct the home position for the next run. The SETH command will
establish the current position of all axes to zero (home).

SL COMMAND
Tool Length Offset, The point where the tools will be set, is called a gauge point. This is a common
Setting starting position for all the tools. This is where the programmer has established
the Z axis zero position for the part program. (Not to be confused with Z zero at
the cold start position.)

Commonly the programmer will choose a gauge point that is at the top of the
part; at .100 above the top of the part; or at 1.0 above the top of the part.

The method of setting the TLO (tool length offset) described below is a two step
method. The TLO is first set (inputting of the TLO into the tool table) above the
gauge point. The TLO in the table is then corrected to its proper location.

Note: Use the RI command to clear the tool table.

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1) Locate all tools specified for the program and load the tools into tool
holders. Place these holders close to the machine.

2) Load tool #1 into the spindle using the TOOL IN/OUT button. (CAUTION:
Read, “Spindle, Manually loading & unloading a holder”)
3) Place a gauge block, of any available size, on the top of the part.

4) Press the JOG button and use either the hand wheel or the keyboard to jog
the tip of the tool below the top of the gauge block.

5) Slide the block carefully up to the tool, and in .001 increments jog the tool
up until the block slides under the tip of the tool.

6) Remove the block from under the tool and press the MANUAL button.

7) Type the command SL,# (where # is the number of the tool in the spindle)
and press the ENTER button. This inputs the current Z axis location into the
tool table. To see the tool table, type DT and press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: SL,1 This will input the TLO for tool #1

SL,17 This will input the TLO for tool #17

(see also Turret (ATC), OPEN TO LOAD AND UNLOAD and TURRET (ATC),
ESTABLISH Tool Order)

8) The TLO is now set at the gauge block height above the part. Jog the Z axis
to a safe point and remove the tool from the spindle and repeat steps two
through eight. If this is not the gauge point the tool table must be corrected
(see the next step), then repeat steps two through nine for each tool.
9) To correct the tool table for the gauge block, type SL,#,correction (where #
is the number of the tool length to be corrected, and correction is the plus
or minus distance the tool length offset must change) then press the
ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: SL,1,-1. This will correct the TLO in the tool table for tool #1, making the tool go
deeper one inch.

SL,17,-.9 This will correct the TLO in the tool table for tool #17, making the tool
go deeper 900 thousandths.

To view the tool table:

1) From the command mode type DT then press the ENTER button.

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WARNING: Using the SETZ or SETH command may alter the Z axis zero
position (see HOME POSITION, ESTABLISHING). This Z axis zero position is
used to establish a starting position for the tool length offsets to begin
! from. Usually the Z axis zero position is at the Z axis cold start position. The
Z axis zero position will be changed to do a dry run of the program (see DRY
RUN). If the SET commands are used, wherever the Z axis is set to zero, the
tool length offsets in the tool table remain the same. If the Z axis is set to
zero below the original position where the tool length offsets where
established from, the tools will go deeper into the part.

Tool Length Offsets, When tools are loaded into tool holders and placed into the ATC (Automatic
Purpose and Use in Tool Changer), each one of the tools extends out of the holder at different
Program lengths. The travel distance from the tool change position to the part, is
different for each tool. The tool length offset is used to compensate for this
difference.

The tool length offset will bring each tool used in a program to a common
starting point. This point is the Z axis home position (Z0) for the part. This point
is known as the gauge point.

The gauge point is chosen by the programmer, usually it is the same point as
the Z0 datum established by the print. Using the same point as the print makes
inspection of the program easier, because the dimensions on the print will be
the same as the Z moves in the program. There is only one gauge point on the
part and it is used by all the tools in the program.

The distance from the machine Z0 position to the part Z0 position is known as
the tool length offset. The tool length offset for each tool is entered into the
machines tool table. In the tool table each tool length offset is numbered.
Usually the number in the tool table is the same number for the tool. For
example tool length offset number one is for tool number one, and tool length
offset number ten is for tool number ten, and so on.

In the program the H word is used to call up the TLO (tool length offset) from
the tool table. The H word is always associated with a number. The number is
the TLO number from the tool table. For Example: H#, where # is the TLO #
from the tool table (see example below).

N1 (PROG # 65 P/N 56-4312 CO. NAME)

N2 M6 T1
N3 ( TOOL #1 1/2 INCH 2FL HSS EM (CRC) )
N4 G0 G90 S10000 M3 E1 X2.56 Y-1.9
N5 H1 M7 Z.1At this line, the program is calling
N6 G4 P1000 up TLO #1 from the tool table with the

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N7 G1 F50. H word.
N8 X3.56 Z-.245
N9 M5 M9
N10 G0 G49 G90 Z0

In the program example above, line N2 does a tool change picking up the tool
in turret location number one. And in line N5, TLO (tool length offset) number
one is called up from the tool table (with the H1) which moves the tool .100
above the gauge point, because of the Z.1 in the same line. When a Z axis
move appears in the same line along with the H word, the two moves occur
simultaneously.

The H word in a program will (1) call up the TLO from the tool table and (2)
move the tool the distance in the table and (3) transfer the Z0 position from the
tool change position to the part zero.

A Z axis move does not need to appear along with the H word. However this
can be used to bring the tool to a position other than the Z zero position.

EXAMPLE: H8 Z1.5 This will bring the tool 1.5 inches above the gauge point.

SP COMMAND
Save Parameters, This command is used to input the machine parameter list through the RS-232
Using the SP port.
command
To output parameter information.

1) Get a computer ready to receive information through the RS-232 port.

2) Type the PU,4 command and press the ENTER button.

To receive parameter information:

1) Type the TA,1 command and press the ENTER button.

2) Send the file the parameter information was saved under to the machine.

SU COMMAND
Sum Program, Using The sum command is used to analyze the program without machine motion.
the SU Command The control will process the program as if it is moving the machine, without
regard to feed rate.

EXAMPLE: Using the sum program command to display error messages in the program.

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Note: See the FADAL USER MANUAL for information concerning the messages
appearing on the screen.

1) From the command mode type SU then press the ENTER button.

a. The cursor will not be on the screen, meaning the control is processing
the program.
b. Any error messages, while processing the program, will appear on the
screen.

2) When messages appear on the screen, press the MANUAL button to stop
the summing process.

3) Correct the first message that appears and use the SU command again.

4) Follow steps 1-3 until the program can run the SU command and without
any error messages. This will be indicated with the X, Y, and Z axis
locations being displayed and the control returning to the command mode.

EXAMPLE: 1 Using the sum program command to display all moves from the program.

Note: See the FADAL USER MANUAL for information concerning the messages
appearing on the screen.

1) From the command mode type SU,,,,1 then press the ENTER button.

a. On the left hand side of the screen, the control will display all moves in
the program in incremental terms. Regardless if the program is written
in absolute. All positioning decisions are made in incremental.
b. All lines in the program which require intermediary moves (i.e. circles,
fixed cycles, fixed subroutines) will be shown on the screen as decimal
pointed lines when sum program is displaying the moves.
c. The listing can be stopped and started similar to the list mode. Use zero
to stop the listing, and one through nine to start to list at different
speeds, one being the slowest and nine being the fastest.

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EXAMPLE: 2 N57 G73 G99 R+0.05 Z-0.15 F25. Q0.15 X0 Y0 In the program line 57 is a
drill cycle. The sum program command will display line 57 in five steps,
showing the drill peck moves.

N57.001 Z-0.15F25.G1
N57.002 Z0.05G0
N57.003 Z-0.05G0
N57.004 Z-0.05F25.G1
N57.005 Z0.2G0

EXAMPLE: 3 Using the sum program command to display all moves from the program and
the absolute position after each move.

Note: See the FADAL USER MANUAL for information concerning the messages
appearing on the screen.

1) From the command mode type SU,,,,2 then press the ENTER button.

a. On the left hand side of the screen, the control will display all moves in
the program in incremental terms. Regardless if the program is written
in absolute. All positioning decisions are made in incremental. And the
absolute position of each move is displayed on the right side of the
screen.
b. All lines in the program which require intermediary moves (i.e. circles,
fixed cycles, fixed subroutines) will be shown on the screen as decimal
pointed lines when sum program is displaying the moves.
c. The listing can be stopped and started similar to the list mode. Use 0 to
stop the listing, and 1 through 9 to list at different speeds, 1 being the
slowest and 9 being the fastest.

EXAMPLE: 4 N55 G0 G90 S2000 M3 E1 X0 Y0

N56 H2 M7 Z.05
N57 G73 G99 R0+0.05 Z-0.15 F25. Q0.15 X0 Y0
In program line 57 is a drill cycle. The sum program command will display line
57 in five steps, showing the drill peck moves.

N55.M3.S2000. X=0Y=0Z=0

N56.Z0.05D1H1G0 X = 0 Y = 0 Z = 0.0500

N57.001Z-0.15F25.G1. X = 0 Y = 0 Z = -0.1000

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N57.002Z0.05G0 X = 0 Y = 0 Z = -0.0500

N57.003Z-0.05G0 X = 0 Y = 0 Z = -0.1000

N57.004Z-0.05F25.G1. X = 0 Y = 0 Z = -0.1500

N57.005Z0.2G0 X = 0 Y = 0 Z = 0.0500

EXAMPLE: 5 Using the sum program command to display all moves from the program, the
absolute position after each move, and the current G code status.

1) From the command mode type SU,,,,3 then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: 6 The first parameter is used to determine what line to begin the sum listing. If
the program is summed up to a particular line in the program, it is not
necessary to have the beginning portion listed again. Doing this will save time
during the summing process.

1) From the command mode type SU,#,,,1 (where # is the line number to start
listing from) then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: 7 The second parameter can be used in combination with the first parameter to
start displaying at any line and stop displaying at any line.

1) From the command mode type SU,1st #, 2nd #,,1 (where 1st # is the first
line to display, and 2nd # is the last number to display) then press the
ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: 8 When summing a program that uses cutter radius compensation, it is best to
first sum the program without cutter radius compensation.

1) This could be done by removing all of the tool diameters in the tool table.
Or by using the third parameter of the sum command.
a. From the command mode type SU,,,1 or SU,,,1,1 or SU,,,1,2 or
SU,,,1,3 then press the ENTER button.

Note: Removing the diameters from the tool table will now allow the summing
of programs with fixed subroutines.

TA COMMAND
Input, From a Tape The control can accept programs or tool data into its memory by using the tape
Punch or Computer input command.

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1) The BAUD RATE of the control and the device it is connected to, must be
set at the same rate. (see BAUD RATE, USING THE CD COMMAND)

2) From the command mode type TA,1,# (where # is an error option see
below), then press the ENTER button.
3) Prepare the tape punch or the computer, connected to the control, to send
the program or tool data.

OPTION 1: For # type 1. Using this error option for input will cause the control
to halt the input process if an error is detected in the program. Example: Using
the letter O for the number 0, double letters (XX.152), minus sign misplaced (-
Y.45), a comment without a preceding * or ( , a dimension without an axis word
(X.125 .756). Observe, on the screen of the control which line the transmission
was halted at, and correct this line at the text editor or Teletype. After this line is
corrected repeat steps 1-3 above. If no errors are detected the message “TAPE
IS GOOD” will appear.

OPTION 2: For # type 2. When this option is used the control will continue to
accept data even after an error is detected. When transmission of the data is
complete, a message is displayed on the screen “# ERROR(S) READING TAPE.”
If no errors are detected the message “TAPE IS GOOD” will appear. This option
is only recommended when the program being transmitted has sequence
numbers. With sequence numbers in the program the operator can list the
program, if errors are detected, and look for the missing sequence numbers
which were dropped because of errors in the line. Use the insert (IN) command
to replace the missing lines. (see INSERT PROGRAM LINES, USING THE IN
COMMAND)

OPTION 3: For # type 3. This option is used when the program to be

transmitted is from another control. The control will accept the program but
may not be able to run the program in its present form. Some of the coding
may have to be edited to the coding format required by the control.

4) Start output from the tape punch or the computer.

Note: If the program currently in memory has an O word as the first line of the
program, the program is considered a part of the program library. When the
new program is transmitted to the control, the program currently in memory
will be pushed into the library and retained. If the program currently in
memory does not have an O word as the first line in the program it is not
considered to be a part of the program library. When the new program is
transmitted to the control, the program currently in memory is deleted and
the new program replaces it.

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Adding a Program to The tape input (TA) command is used to add another program to the end of the
the End of the program currently active in the control.
Program in Memory
Using the add at end option:

1) The BAUD RATE of the control and the device it is connected to, must be
set at the same rate. (see BAUD RATE, USING THE CD COMMAND)

2) From the command mode type TA,1,#,1 (where # is an error option see
INPUT, FROM A TAPE PUNCH OR COMPUTER), then press the ENTER
button.

3) Prepare the tape punch or the computer, connected to the control, to send
the program or tool data.

4) The program being added to the end can have sequence numbers (any
sequence). After the program has been added to the current program in
memory, from the command mode type NU then press the ENTER button.
This will give the entire program new sequence numbers. (see NUMBER
PROGRAM LINES, USING THE NU COMMAND)

Note: If the NU command is not used the edit features of the PA mode may not
properly function.

Output, to Tape The control can output the program(s) in its memory, through the RS-232 port,
Punch or Computer by using the punch command.

1) The BAUD RATE of the control and the device it is connected to, must be
set at the same rate. (see BAUD RATE, USING THE CD COMMAND)

2) Prepare the tape punch or the computer, connected to the control, to

receive the program.

3) From the command mode type PU,# (where # is a data option), then press
the ENTER button.

Below is a list of data options for # above.

0= for program and tooling data

1= for tool data only
2= for program only
3= for all programs in memory
4= for parameters & backlash

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Note: The SETP command will allow the operator to determine the output
format. When using a tape punch set the output format for tape punch.
When using a computer set the output format for a computer. The tape
punch format will output leader information before transmitting data and it
will output a tape tail after transmitting data. (see DEFAULT PARAMETERS,
USING THE SETP COMMAND)

WARNING: Do not use the control as a program storage device. Whenever

a change has been made to the program, output the program to a paper
! tape or store it on a floppy disk. This will insure backup of the program.
When possible, make a back-up copy of the tape or floppy disk.

4) To output in the EIA format, type PU, #, 1 (where # is the data option) then
press the ENTER button. The number one, for the second parameter is
what establishes the EIA output.
5) To output to a Teletype use the third parameter. Type PU, #,, 1 then press
the ENTER button.

Note: This command is not used when utilizing the FADAL Assist software.

(See also the Communications section of this manual).

TC,1 COMMAND
Turret (ATC), Open 1) From the command mode type TC,1 then press the ENTER button. The ATC
for Loading will open and remain open until the MANUAL button is pressed. If the Z axis
is not at the cold start position the control will enter the waiting state. Press
the START button to return to the cold start position then ATC will open.

2) Use the TURRET CW and the TURRET CCW buttons to rotate the turret.

3) Press the MANUAL button to close the ATC. This will bring the head down. If
a tool is under the spindle, the tool will be loaded into the spindle and the
ATC will move back to its home position.

Note: When loading tools into the turret to run a program, place tool number
one in the turret and use the TURRET CW button to put the next tool in the
turret until all the tools are placed in the turret. Rotate the turret until the
first tool is in the number one position before setting the Tool Order. (See
TURRET (ATC), ESTABLISH TOOL ORDER; USING THE SETTO COMMAND to
establish tool order).

Tool Changer Crash 1) Press the JOG button to get the Turret into home position.

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2) Move to the cold start position using either JOG or the power off procedure:
Type SETCS and press ENTER. Type HO and press Enter, then press START.

3) Type CS and press the ENTER button. See POWER ON.

4) Use the TURRET CCW or CW button to rotate the turret until there is an open
turret location directly opposing the spindle.

5) From the command mode type SETTO. This will establish this location as
tool number one.

6) Type TC,1 to open the tool changer.

7) Rotate the turret with the TURRET CCW or CW buttons until tool number one
is directly under the spindle, then press the MANUAL button to pick up tool
number one.

8) Type SETTO to establish this location as tool number one.

Turret Loading, When placing tools in the turret, the location of tool number one can be any
Putting Tools in the convenient turret location. (See TURRET (ATC), ESTABLISH Tool Order; USING
Tool Changer THE SETTO COMMAND)

1) After the turret is open, move the turret around until there is an open spot
directly in front of the open door.

a. Or take the tool out of the location directly in front of the open door.
(See the TC,1 command, to open the turret door.)

2) Place tool #1 in the turret lid by aligning the clip with the V flange of the tool
holder.

a. The tongue in the back of the clip must go into the key slot on the tool
holder, for the tool to be seated properly.

3) Push the TURRET CW button, and then place the next tool in the turret lid.

a. The remaining tools are all placed into the turret lid, in sequential order.
Press the TURRET CW button, after each tool is placed into the lid.

4) Use either the TURRET CW or TURRET CCW button to rotate the turret lid
around so that tool number one, from the program, is directly under the
spindle.

5) Press the MANUAL button to bring the head down over tool number one.

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6) From the command mode type, SETTO then press the ENTER button. This
will establish this location as tool number one. (See TURRET (ATC),
ESTABLISH TOOL ORDER; USING THE SETTO COMMAND)

TO COMMAND
Tool Diameter Input, Tool diameters are required for the fixed subroutines except for sub 91 and 93
Using the TO and when using cutter radius compensation in the program.
Command
1) From the command mode type TO,#,DIAMETER VALUE (where # is the tool
number) then press the ENTER button.

EXAMPLE: TO,1,.375This will enter into the tool table (use command DT to see the table),
a tool diameter of .375 for tool number one.

2) To change an existing tool diameter, use step one. This will overwrite the
current diameter in the table.

To view the tool Note: Tool diameters can be entered by using the DT command.
table
(See also DISPLAY TOOL TABLE, USING THE DT COMMAND)

Note: In format 2 with the parameter set to radius the amount entered with the
TO command is input as a radius amount.

Note: To make incremental changes the DT command must be used.

UT COMMAND
Utility Option - UT The UT command may be used to get tools from the Turret and automatically
Setting Tool Length enter the tool length offsets into the tool table. The height of the block used to
Offsets establish the tool length offset is automatically compensated for when the
lengths are entered into the table.

1) Put the tools in the turret. (See: TURRET LOADING, PUTTING TOOLS IN THE
TOOL CHANGER.)

2) Place the first tool in the spindle with the tool turret in the proper ATC
position.

3) Establish the Tool Order. (See: MEMORY CLEAR, USING THE NE AND RI
COMMAND.)

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To Clear the Tool (See also: Turret (ATC), ESTABLISH TOOL ORDER; USING THE SETTO
Table and Establish COMMAND.)
Tool Order.
4) From the command mode type UT and then press the ENTER button.

This menu will appear in the lower left of the screen.

OFFSET UTILITY OPTIONS:

1) TOOL SETTING CYCLE
2) FIXTURE SETTING CYCLE
3) TEST TS-20 PROBE
4) TEST MP PROBE
5) PALLET CHANGER
6) CLOCKS
7) EXIT
PRESS OPTION NUMBER<

Option #1: TOOL SETTING CYCLE

1) After typing the UT command and pressing ENTER, type the number 1 and
press the ENTER button. The screen will immediately display the current
tool and offset information.

TOOL SETTING CYCLE

TOOL NUMBER = 1
DIAMETER OFFSET = 0.0000
LENGTH OFFSET = 0.0000
Answer the following questions:
ENTER STARTING TOOL NUMBER <
ENTER THE ENDING TOOL NUMBER<

SETTING TOOL LENGTH OFFSETS - UT -

2) The next question deals with the method used for setting the lengths. This
portion of the manual assumes the operator will JOG TO POSITION.

TOOL SETTING OPTIONS:

1) JOG TO POSITION

2) PROBE LEFT MOUNT

3) PROBE RIGHT MOUNT

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PRESS OPTION NUMBER<

a. Press number 1 and immediately the next question appears.

ENTER THE HEIGHT BLOCK SIZE<
b. Type the height of the block used for setting the tool length offset and
press the ENTER button.
• The number to type in at this point is the distance from the top of
the block to the gauge point on the part.
• If the gauge point is below the top of the block, then use a positive
number, if it is above the block use a negative number.

The tool data for the first tool and the tool setting options menu will appear in
the lower left corner of the screen.

TOOL NUMBER = #
DIAMETER OFFSET = #
LENGTH OFFSET = #
TOOL SETTING OPTIONS:
1) ENTER A TOOL DIAMETER
2) LOCATE TOOL
3) EXIT TOOL SETTING
PRESS OPTION NUMBER:

To enter a tool diameter for the current tool in the spindle press the 1 button.

a. Immediately this message will appear at the bottom of the screen:“

ENTER THE DIAMETER OFFSET FOR TOOL #: <.”
b. Type the diameter and press the ENTER button.
(The dia. can be changed at this time by pressing the 1 button
again).

4) Press the 2 button.

SETTING TOOL LENGTH OFFSETS - UT -

5) The message, “PRESS JOG AND MOVE TO HEIGHT BLOCK OR PRESS

MANUAL TO EXIT” appears at the bottom of the screen.

a. Press the JOG button.

b. Jog the tool down to the block.
c. Press the MANUAL button after the tool is at the block.
d. The message “PRESS START TO LOAD TOOL #

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1....M6,T#," appears at the bottom of the screen. This message only

occurs for the first tool change.

6) The waiting message will flash on the screen. Press the ENTER button to
make the tool change.

7) Repeat steps 3-5 for the remaining tools.

VT COMMAND
Verify Punched Because devices used to punch tapes for program storage malfunction
Tape, Using the VT periodically, the VT command is used to verify that the tape has been punched
Command properly.

1) After punching a tape (see OUTPUT, TO TAPE PUNCH OR COMPUTER),

place the tape in the tape reader.

2) From the command mode type VT then press the ENTER button.

3) Start the reader.

4) After the tape has been read look at the screen on the control for any
messages.

a. TAPE IS GOOD : This message indicates the program output to the tape
punch is the same on the tape.
b. TAPE DID NOT VERIFY : This message indicates a problem with the
reader or the punch itself.

• Clean the reader, place the tape back in the reader and follow steps
2-4 again.
• Clean the tape guides for anything that would push the tape over,
causing the holes to be punched off to one side of the tape. (Follow
steps 1-4 again).

CNC 88HS
GRAPHICS MENU
Menu The graphics menu of the page editor has been designed to allow the user to
view the part path of the current program in memory. The graphics can be
accessed by pressing the G key from the page editor or by entering the
command DR.

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A second menu will appear, allowing the user to choose from several options
(See Figure 10-4). All of these options can be pressed while plotting is taking
place.

Figure 10-4 Options menu

Plotting Options A = AUTO

Pressing the A key runs the current program completely through the part path
showing interpolation moves only (movement programmed at a feed rate
G1,G2,G3).

C = CLEAR

Pressing the C key clears the screen and continues auto part path draw at full
table plotting.

F = FULL TABLE

Pressing the F key clears the screen and continues auto part path draw at full
table plotting. This is used after the part path plot has been ZOOMED inward
and the user wished to see the whole part path again on a full table display.

M = TOGGLE DISPLAY MODE

Pressing the M key will toggle the options differences displayed along with the
graphics plot. Toggle display options are incremental moves, absolute
positions, and modal codes. The M key can be pressed while plotting in order
to view the various modes.

O = OPTIONS PLOTTING

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Pressing the O key display an additional menu allowing the user to choose
from:

I Ignore G41 G42 compensation

L Plot only subroutines

O Plot only subprogram

P Plot total program

T Plot tool

Once the option key has been pressed, the plotting continues.

S = SINGLE STEP

Pressing the S key, one program line will be plotted. Repeated pressing of the S
key allows the user to step through the program in line by line execution. This
can be canceled at any time by pressing the START button. During single step
plot the current program line will also appear on the screen in G91 incremental
value.

V = VIEW TOP OR ISOMETRIC

The V Key can be pressed at any time during plotting to change the view from
top to simple isometric view. Plotting restarts from the beginning. This view
may not be rotated.

Z = ZOOM

Move box with the pulse generator press enter to zoom box area.

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Index

A
Alternate NOEDIT Feature......................................................................................... 13
AU COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 68
Using the AU Command...................................................................................... 68
Auto Startup Program.............................................................................................. 7
Automatic Cold Start................................................................................................ 5
Last Home Position ............................................................................................ 5
Axis Load Display.................................................................................................... 14

B
Backlash................................................................................................................ 69
BL COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 69
Using ............................................................................................................... 69
Block Skip Switch .................................................................................................... 11
C
CD COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 71
Setting Baud Rate Using the CD........................................................................... 71
CH COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 72
Change Program Lines ....................................................................................... 72
CNC 88HS GRAPHICS MENU .................................................................................... 113
CO COMMAND........................................................................................................ 75
Copy Program Blocks ......................................................................................... 75
Cold Start............................................................................................................... 75
Commands ............................................................................................................ 65
AU COMMAND................................................................................................... 68
Using .......................................................................................................... 68
BL COMMAND ................................................................................................... 69
Using .......................................................................................................... 69
CD COMMAND................................................................................................... 71
Setting Baud Rate......................................................................................... 71
CH COMMAND................................................................................................... 72
Change Program Lines .................................................................................. 72
CO COMMAND .................................................................................................. 75
Copy Program Blocks.................................................................................... 75
CS COMMAND................................................................................................... 75, 97
Cold Start .................................................................................................... 75
Establish Position ......................................................................................... 97
Establishing Part Home ................................................................................. 97

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Using Edge Finder.................................................................................... 97

Using Indicator ........................................................................................ 98
DE COMMAND ................................................................................................... 76
Delete Program Lines .................................................................................... 76
DNC COMMAND ................................................................................................. 76
Direct Numerical Control ................................................................................ 76
Using a Server Program ................................................................................. 77
FO COMMAND ................................................................................................... 78
Changing the Fixture Offset Information ........................................................... 81
Viewing the Fixture Offset Table ...................................................................... 80
IN COMMAND .................................................................................................... 81
Insert Program Lines ..................................................................................... 81
LE COMMAND.................................................................................................... 83
Learn Mode .................................................................................................. 83
LI COMMAND..................................................................................................... 85
List Program................................................................................................. 85
MD COMMAND................................................................................................... 86
Manual Data Input......................................................................................... 86
ME COMMAND ................................................................................................... 87
Memory Free ................................................................................................ 87
NE COMMAND ................................................................................................... 87
Memory Clear ............................................................................................... 87
NU COMMAND ................................................................................................... 88
Number Program Lines .................................................................................. 88
PA COMMAND ................................................................................................... 88
Uses............................................................................................................ 88
Background Edit ...................................................................................... 89
Change a Line ......................................................................................... 92
Delete a Line ........................................................................................... 92
Direct Mid-Program Start .......................................................................... 93
Insert Between Lines ................................................................................ 90
List The Program ..................................................................................... 90
Program Editing....................................................................................... 88
Decimals and Signs ............................................................................ 88
Run a Single Line From the Program .......................................................... 92
Search The Program ................................................................................ 91
PR COMMAND ................................................................................................... 93
Program Library............................................................................................ 93
Program Library Menu ................................................................................... 94
RI COMMAND .................................................................................................... 95
Memory Clear ............................................................................................... 95
SETH COMMAND................................................................................................ 99
Home Position Correction............................................................................... 99
SETP COMMAND ................................................................................................ 96
Using........................................................................................................... 96

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SETTO COMMAND ............................................................................................. 96

Establish Tool Order...................................................................................... 96
SL COMMAND ................................................................................................... 99
Setting ........................................................................................................ 101
Tool Length Offset ................................................................................... 101
Purpose and Use in Program ............................................................... 101
Tool Length Offset ........................................................................................ 99
Setting ................................................................................................... 99
SP COMMAND ................................................................................................... 102
Save Parameters .......................................................................................... 102
SU COMMAND................................................................................................... 102
Sum Program .............................................................................................. 102
TA COMMAND ................................................................................................... 105
Adding a Program to the End of the Program in Memory.................................... 107
Input from a Tape Punch or Computer............................................................. 105
Output to Tape Punch or Computer ................................................................. 107
TC,1 COMMAND ................................................................................................ 108
Tool Changer Crash ...................................................................................... 108
Turret Loading ............................................................................................. 109
Turret Open for Loading ................................................................................ 108
TO COMMAND................................................................................................... 110
Tool Diameter Input ...................................................................................... 110
View the Tool Table....................................................................................... 110
Use Summary ................................................................................................... 66
UT COMMAND ................................................................................................... 110
Clear the Tool Table ...................................................................................... 111
Establish Tool Order...................................................................................... 111
Setting Tool Length Offsets ............................................................................ 110
Utility Option ................................................................................................ 110
Viewing Error Messages...................................................................................... 68
VT COMMAND ................................................................................................... 113
Verify Punched Tape ..................................................................................... 113
Coolant.................................................................................................................. 63
Coolant 1 and Coolant 2 Buttons.......................................................................... 63
Through Spindle ................................................................................................ 63
CS COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 75
Cold Start ......................................................................................................... 75
Establish Position............................................................................................... 97
Establishing Part Home....................................................................................... 97
Using an Indicator......................................................................................... 98

D
DE COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 76
Delete Program Lines ......................................................................................... 76
Delete Key.............................................................................................................. 18

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Using................................................................................................................ 18
Direct Numerical Control ........................................................................................... 76
DNC COMMAND ...................................................................................................... 76
Direct Numerical Control...................................................................................... 76

E
edge finder ............................................................................................................. 97
Edit Menu ............................................................................................................... 16
Emergency Stop ...................................................................................................... 37

F
Fixture Offsets......................................................................................................... 78
FO COMMAND......................................................................................................... 78
Changing the Fixture Offset Information................................................................. 81
Fixture Offsets.................................................................................................... 78
Viewing the Fixture Offset Table............................................................................ 80
Formats ................................................................................................................. 39
Changing Parameters ......................................................................................... 40
Parameter Settings............................................................................................. 41
Format 1...................................................................................................... 41
Format 2...................................................................................................... 42
Saving Parameters ............................................................................................. 40
Style Programming............................................................................................. 46
Format 1...................................................................................................... 46
Format 2...................................................................................................... 49
Functions Menu....................................................................................................... 16

I
IN COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 81
Insert Program Lines........................................................................................... 81
indicator ................................................................................................................. 98

J
Jog Mode ............................................................................................................... 21
Keyboard .......................................................................................................... 22
Manual Pulse Generator ...................................................................................... 21
Remote Manual Pulse Generator........................................................................... 22
Single Step........................................................................................................ 24
Slide Hold.......................................................................................................... 25
Vector Jog for 5 Axis Head .................................................................................. 23
Waiting Stage .................................................................................................... 26

K
Keylock .................................................................................................................. 12

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L
Large Format Display............................................................................................... 15
LE COMMAND......................................................................................................... 83
Learn Mode....................................................................................................... 83
learn mode............................................................................................................. 83
LI COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 85
List Program ..................................................................................................... 85

M
Manual Cold Start.................................................................................................... 5
Manual Data Input................................................................................................... 86
Manual Data Input Display........................................................................................ 15
MD COMMAND ....................................................................................................... 86
Manual Data Input ............................................................................................. 86
ME COMMAND........................................................................................................ 87
Memory Free ..................................................................................................... 87
Memory Clear ......................................................................................................... 87, 95
Memory Free .......................................................................................................... 87
Modes ................................................................................................................... 15
Command Mode ................................................................................................ 15
Cursor......................................................................................................... 17
MANUAL Key ............................................................................................... 17
Using .......................................................................................................... 16
List Mode.......................................................................................................... 15
Menu Mode....................................................................................................... 19
Using .......................................................................................................... 19

N
NE COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 87
Memory Clear.................................................................................................... 87
NU COMMAND........................................................................................................ 88
Number Program Lines....................................................................................... 88

O
Optional Stop Switch ............................................................................................... 11

P
PA COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 88
Background Edit ................................................................................................ 89
Change a Line ................................................................................................... 92
Direct Mid-Program Start .................................................................................... 93
Insert Between Lines .......................................................................................... 90
List The Program ............................................................................................... 90
Program Editing................................................................................................. 88
Run a Single Line From the Program .................................................................... 92
Search The Program .......................................................................................... 91

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Uses................................................................................................................. 88
physical limits ......................................................................................................... 6
Plotting Options....................................................................................................... 114
AUTO................................................................................................................ 114
CLEAR .............................................................................................................. 114
FULL TABLE ...................................................................................................... 114
OPTIONS PLOTTING ........................................................................................... 114
SINGLE STEP ..................................................................................................... 115
TOGGLE DISPLAY MODE ..................................................................................... 114
VIEW TOP OR ISOMETRIC.................................................................................... 115
ZOOM ............................................................................................................... 115
Positioning Read Out Display .................................................................................... 13
How To ............................................................................................................. 14
Power Off ............................................................................................................... 9
battery backed memory board ............................................................................. 9
Power On ............................................................................................................... 4
PR COMMAND......................................................................................................... 93
Program Library Menu ........................................................................................ 94
Pre-Startup Checks.................................................................................................. 3
Air Pressure Gauges ........................................................................................... 3
Coolant Level ..................................................................................................... 3
Oil Levels .......................................................................................................... 3
Power on the VMC .............................................................................................. 4
Spindle Cooler Reservoir ..................................................................................... 4
program library ....................................................................................................... 93

Q
Quick Keys Menu..................................................................................................... 16
R
RI COMMAND.......................................................................................................... 95
Memory Clear .................................................................................................... 95
Run Mode ............................................................................................................... 29
Auto Running a Program ..................................................................................... 29
Changing Modes ................................................................................................ 30
Dry Run............................................................................................................. 32
Manual Pulse Dry Run ......................................................................................... 31
Mid-Tape Start ................................................................................................... 34
Single Step........................................................................................................ 33
Slide Hold.......................................................................................................... 34
Waiting ............................................................................................................. 30

S
SETH COMMAND..................................................................................................... 99
Home Position Correction .................................................................................... 99
SETP COMMAND ..................................................................................................... 96

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Using ............................................................................................................... 96
SETTO COMMAND .................................................................................................. 96
Establish Tool Order ........................................................................................... 96
SL COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 99
Setting ............................................................................................................. 99
Tool Length Offset ........................................................................................ 101
Purpose and Use in Program .................................................................... 101
Tool Length Offset ............................................................................................. 99
Setting ........................................................................................................ 99
Software ID Number ................................................................................................ 50
Viewing ............................................................................................................ 50
SP COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 102
Save Parameters ............................................................................................... 102
Spindle .................................................................................................................. 53
Loading a Holder from the ATC ............................................................................ 55
Manual Operations............................................................................................. 53
ON/OFF Button .................................................................................................. 55
Orient............................................................................................................... 56
Reversed While Using Jog................................................................................... 57
RPM Established from MDI .................................................................................. 54
Unorient to Turn by Hand.................................................................................... 55
SU COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 102
Sum Program.................................................................................................... 102

T
TA COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 105
Adding a Program to the End of the Program in Memory ......................................... 107
Input from a Tape Punch or Computer .................................................................. 105
Output to Tape Punch or Computer ...................................................................... 107
TC,1 COMMAND ..................................................................................................... 108
Tool Changer Crash ........................................................................................... 108
Turret Loading................................................................................................... 109
Turret Open for Loading...................................................................................... 108
TO COMMAND ........................................................................................................ 110
Tool Diameter Input............................................................................................ 110
View the Tool Table ............................................................................................ 110
Tool Changer.......................................................................................................... 59
Crash ............................................................................................................... 59
Establish Tool Order ........................................................................................... 61
Open for Loading ............................................................................................... 59
Turret Loading................................................................................................... 60
Using the SETTO Command ................................................................................ 61
Tool Changer Crash................................................................................................. 108
Tool Diameter Input................................................................................................. 110

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U
UT COMMAND......................................................................................................... 110
Clear the Tool Table............................................................................................ 111
Utility Option ...................................................................................................... 110

V
Video ON/OFF Switch ............................................................................................... 11
VT COMMAND ......................................................................................................... 113
Verify Punched Tape........................................................................................... 113

W
Wrong Power Off ..................................................................................................... 6
Last Home Position............................................................................................. 7
last home position .............................................................................................. 7

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