Check the reed switches on B and Z-axes
WHAT YOU NEED
Tools:Flat Head ScrewdriverPen
Safety Equipment:Standard Personal Protective Equipment
Other Equipment:Step Ladder
B-axis reed switches
CAUTIONSHARP BLADE: Keep clear of the saw blade while working inside the saw chamber.
- Using the Manual Mode window, move the C‑axis so that the B‑axis reed switches are visible in the saw chamber.
- Press the Bev Sol button and check for smooth movement.
- Make sure the Bev Sol button shows a green status indicator.
- Make sure the 45‑degree reed switch lights up in red while the B‑axis is in the 45‑degree position.
- Press the Bev Sol button and check for smooth movement.
- Make sure the Bev Sol button shows a green status indicator.
- Make sure the 90‑degree reed switch lights up in red while the B‑axis is in the 90‑degree position.
- Press the E‑stop button on the operator console.
- Open the saw chamber door.
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If any of the B‑axis reed switches needs adjustment, proceed as follows:
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If the B‑axis needs to be in the 45‑degree position, use a pen to hold down the manual override button for the B‑axis air supply valve located on the valve bank at the back of the Z‑axis weldment.
Note: when the manual override button is released, the B‑axis returns to the 90‑degree position.
- Use a flat head screwdriver to loosen the mounting screw, reposition the reed switch correctly within the groove and re-tighten the screw.
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- Make sure both B‑axis reed switches are physically secure and cannot move from their set positions.
- Make sure the B‑axis reed switch cables are not damaged and not prone to being pinched.
- Inspect the B‑axis for any rubbish or bits of timber that may prevent correct full movement.
- Close the saw chamber door.
- Release the E‑stop button on the operator console.
Z-axis reed switches
CAUTIONWhen using the manual mode, make sure that everything and everyone is clear of moving parts to prevent damage or injuries.
- 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.
- Make sure the Z Sol1 and Z Sol2 buttons both show a green status indicator.
- Open up the dome.
- Remove the rear frame cover.
- Inspect the Z‑axis for any rubbish or bits of timber that may prevent correct full movement.
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Make sure the two down reed switches light up in red while the Z‑axis is fully down.
Note: the Z‑axis down reed switches are fitted at the bottom of the upper cylinder and at the top of the lower cylinder.
- If required, use a flat head screwdriver to loosen the mounting screw, reposition the down reed switches correctly within the groove and re-tighten the screw.
- Press the Z Sol1 and Z Sol2 buttons to move the Z‑axis to the highest position and check for smooth movement.
- Make sure the Z Sol1 and Z Sol2 buttons both show a green status indicator.
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Make sure the two up reed switches light up in red while the Z‑axis is fully up.
Note: the Z‑axis up reed switches are fitted at the top of the upper cylinder and at the bottom of the lower cylinder.
- If required, use a flat head screwdriver to loosen the mounting screw, reposition the up reed switches correctly within the groove and re-tighten the screw.
- Make sure all Z‑axis reed switches are physically secure and cannot move from their set positions.
- Make sure all Z‑axis reed switch cables are not damaged and not prone to being pinched.
- Press the Z Sol1 and Z Sol2 buttons to move the Z‑axis back to the lowest position and check for smooth movement.
- Refit the rear frame cover.
- Close the dome.