Inspect the follower
WHAT YOU NEED
Standard Personal Protective Equipment
Inspection
- Press the E‑stop button on the operator console.
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Perform the following checks:
- Make sure the follower carriage is secure by hand (rock the follower side to side and up and down).
- Make sure the follower has no apparent loose components (e.g. paddle, sensor bracket, etc.).
- Inspect the follower timing belt for any signs of damage (e.g. fraying, nicks or cuts).
- Inspect the follower drag chain, cables and pneumatic hoses for any damage, leaks, nicks or cuts.
- Inspect the follower home sensor for any signs of damage.
- Inspect the follower end stops for any signs of damage or bent brackets.
- Release the E‑stop button on the operator console.
- Power the machine back on by pressing the green CONTROL button on the operator console.
- On the sensor array, make sure the green power LED of each sensor is on and their orange sensing LED turns on when moving a piece of timber in front of them.
Note: contact Vekta Automation if any of the checks do not look or feel correct.
Testing
- Make sure the follower rehomes correctly.
- Make sure the follower slows down before contacting the timber while cutting.