FADAL MACHINING CENTERS
4.2 TESTS FOR CE
SAFEGUARDS ON
FADAL MACHINES
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These tests should be done when machine is first installed and after servicing when
any components are replaced.
1. Power on machine but do reference.
Start spindle. (Press Shift-Spindle on)
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Spindle will not start OR
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Press Emergency Stop; spindle must stop.
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Immediately release Emergency Stop; spindle does not start.
2. Reference machine.
Start spindle.
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Press Emergency Stop; spindle must stop.
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Immediately release Emergency Stop; spindle shall not start, VMC remains in
emergency stop.
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Repeat test in Auto, MDI, and Jog modes.
3. Start spindle. (Press Shift-Spindle on)
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Open front door; spindle must stop.
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Try to restart spindle; spindle does not start with doors open.
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Check contactor for spindle; contacts should be out. (There may be a 5 to 10 sec-
ond delay between the opening of the door and the release of the contactor. This
allows a controlled stop).
4. Close doors.
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Repeat test with left side panel.
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Repeat test with right side panel.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
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