Check the condition of the cables on the Z‑axis, B‑axis and saw head

WHAT YOU NEED 

Safety Equipment:Standard Personal Protective Equipment

Other Equipment:Step Ladder

CAUTIONSHARP BLADE: Keep clear of the saw blade while working inside the saw chamber.

  1. Using the Manual Mode window, move the Y-axis to the middle position and press the Z Sol1 and Z Sol2  buttons to move the Z‑axis to the lowest position.
  2. Isolate the saw electrically and pneumatically.
  3. Open up the dome.
  4. Remove the rear frame cover.
  5. Inspect all the cables on the Z‑axis for any signs of damage.
  6. Inspect the cable chain for any damaged or broken parts that may cause rubbing on the cables.
  7. Inspect the Z‑axis for any bits of timber that may cause damage to the cables.
  8. Make sure all the cables on the Z‑axis are secure and not prone to being pinched.
  9. Refit the rear frame cover.
  10. Close the dome.
  11. Open the saw chamber door.

  12. Inspect all the cables on the B‑axis and saw head for any signs of damage.

    Note: these include hoses, sensor cables, motor power and encoder cables, etc.

  13. Inspect the B‑axis and saw head for any bits of timber that may cause damage to the cables.
  14. Move the B‑axis by hand and make sure it moves freely.
  15. Make sure all the cables on the saw head are secure and not prone to being pinched.
  16. Report any damaged cables or hoses to a supervisor.
  17. Close the saw chamber door.