Cantek EM 12 User manual

Operations
Manual
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EM 12
End Matcher

INTRODUCTION
The END MATCHER is a pneumatically operated machine developed specifically for automatic cutting
of grooves across the end of timber and floorboards in particular. The machine is universally renowned
for the repetitive clean cut across the ends of the timber and the speed that the unit is capable of.
The END MATCHER has been developed over 20 years to meet the needs of the timber industry and
contains many unique features that allows easy access for tool changes and complies with today’s
rigorous safety compliance requirements.
Each machine has been individually tested in the factory and undergoes an extensive pre-despatch
check to ensure that you receive the machine to the standard required.
The machine has been designed to provide a reliable and dependable Machine Tool with excellent
performance. We know the working quality of the machine will confirm that you have made a good
choice by selecting the END MATCHER for your factory.
The manual contains the following sections for Instructions on how best to use the equipment.
• Operating Instructions
• Parts and Assembly Drawings
• Electrical Diagrams
• Pneumatic Diagrams
• Optional Equipment
• Control Box Manual
In order to have a better understanding of the operating procedures, obtain maximum benefits from the
machine and to minimize the maintenance of the equipment, please have the operators and engineers
read the “User Manual” thoroughly and carefully before operating the machine.
ALL OPERATORS AND SERVICE PERSONNEL MUST READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.
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SPECIFICATION
MODEL
EM-10 EM-12
ELECTRICAL:
SUPPLY
380~415/400-480V, 3PH, 50/60HZ
CONTROL
24VDC
CONNECTED LOAD
9.2KW.
MOTOR:
CUTTER HEADS
2 x 5.5KW(7.5HP), 3PH.
FEED
0.75KW(1.0HP), 3PH
CUTTER DRIVE
0.37KW(0.5HP), 3PH
CAPACITY:
WIDTH(mm)
MIN.=40
MAX.=250
THICKNESS(mm)
MIN.=10
MAX.=35
MIN. BOARD LENGTH
270mm
MAX. REC. WEIGHT
15kg
MAX. LENGTH
Unlimited
FEED SPEED
90m/min.
PROCESSING SPEED
24m/min. – based on 2.0m boards.
OTHER DATA:
CLAMPING
Clamps on top and side
CUTTING SPINDLES
40mm diameter
CUTTER HEADS
TCT disposable tipd
CONTROLS
MANUAL or AUTOMATIC
AIR SERVICE UNIT
Norgren
AIR CONSUMPTION
12 C.F.M.
DIMENSIONS(mm)
L 1500
W 1220
H 1300
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MIN.=40
MAX.=300
L 1500
W 1220
H 1300

WARRANTY AND ACCEPTANCE
WARRANTIES:
(a) CANTEK AMERICA INC. warrants to the original end-user of this machine, that the machine is
free of defects in materials and workmanship, appearing within 12 months after the date of purchase. If
any covered defect is discovered during the warranty period, Cantek America will repair or (at its
option) replace the affected parts. Such repair or replacement shall be the sole liability and the sole
remedy of the purchaser, in connection with a defect in this machine, and all shipping and handling
charges associated with any such repair or replacement shall be paid by the purchaser.
(b) If during the warranty period, it appears that this machine contains a defect covered by this
warranty, contact the dealer from which you purchased the machine.
(c) This warranty does not cover machine failure attributable to anything other than a defect in
materials and workmanship, including but not limited to machine failure caused by improper operation
or care, improper installation, abuse, misuse, alteration, accident or damage from improper shipping or
servicing. Ordinary wear and tear shall not be deemed a defect in workmanship or materials. No
employee, agent, dealer or distributor is authorised to extend or expand the coverage of this warranty.
(d) Costs involved for the removal and or re-installation of any faulty component(s) or complete
equipment would be at the expense of the buyer with no claim to Cantek America .
(e) Proprietary items such as transmission equipment, electrical devices, pneumatic equipment,
bearings, pulleys, belts and chain would not be covered by the above warranty but covered under the
warranty offered (if any) to Cantek America by the proprietary equipment manufacturer.
(f) This warranty is conditional upon there being no modifications to the machine without the express
authorisation in writing by Cantek America. This includes the addition of control devices for external
machinery.
(h) The following data is to be entered and a copy supplied to Cantek America within seven (7) days of
the machine commencing operation in the plant.
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SAFETY
SAFETY PROCEDURES AND CONSIDERATIONS:
To ensure safe working conditions, persons operating and assisting with the operation of this machine
must ensure that they read and fully understand the instructions given within this manual and have
received sufficient raining in the use of the machine and the safety aspects to be observed.
Note: Persons under the age of 18 years must not operate the machine except during the course of
training under the supervision of a trained operator.
(A) POINTS TO NOTE BEFORE OPERATING OR ASSISTING WITH THE OPERATION OF THE
MACHINE.
(1) You have read and understand the operation and safety aspects of the machine and been
checked out by a qualified supervisor.
(2) The machine is supplied with full safe guarding. The machine shall not be operated unless the
safe guardings are in position and functional.
(3) Cutters/Blades are the correct type, suitable for the machine and working conditions, rotate
in the correct direction of cut, are sharp and correctly fitted.
(4) Correct spindle and speeds are selected for the cutter equipment and working conditions.
(5) Loose clothing is either removed or securely fastened back and jewellery removed.
(6) Adequate working space and lighting is provided.
(7) All dust extraction equipment is switched on, properly adjusted and working adequately.
(8) The machine is securely installed. (Refer to installation section of this manual).
(9) The machine should only be used for cutting wood or materials with physical and
technological characteristics similar to wood, and for which he chip or particle process is
similar.
(10) Only use tooling that complies with the specification described in the manual.
(B) DURING MACHINING
(1) Wear suitable protective clothing e.g, approved eye protection, ear protectors and dust masks.
Gloves shall be worn when handling tooling.
(2) Stop the machine using the emergency stop or at the mains isolator before making adjustments,
cleaning or carrying out maintenance.
(3) Keep the floor area around the machine clean and free from wood refuse. Do not allow the
floor around the machine to become slippery.
(4) Stop the machine and report immediately to a person in authority any actual or potential
malfunction or operator hazard. Do not attempt to repair or rectify the machine unless
qualified to do so.
(5) The operator must visually observe the operation of the machine on a regular basis while the
machine is turned on.
(6) Never by-pass interlocks.
WARNING:
Failure to observe correct operating procedures prior to and during operation this machine can result in
severe injury.
DO NOT attempt to operate the machine while under the influence of anything that can reduce your
alertness.
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TRANSPORT
The Cantek America End Matcher is a precision machine and great care must be taken during
loading, unloading, and placing into position. The machine can be lifted using a forklift or crane. The
weight is about 1050 Kg. Ensure the Endprofiler is properly secured and balanced before lifting.
BEFORE LIFTING THE MACHINE, ENSURE THERE ARE NO CABLES OR AIR LINES
HANGING DOWN, WHICH COULD BE CRUSHED BY THE TINES.
INSTALLATION
1. The machine should be installed on a stable and level floor. It can be bolted to the floor if required.
2. Dust extraction - 1 x Horizontal takeoff about 975mm above the floor
Diameter = 150mm (6”) Flow = at least 3,500 cfm
3. Air supply - Pressure should be 7 Bar, the machine regulates to 6 Bar.
Electrical - 3 phase 415V.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE TO SAFE GUARD THE OPERATOR FROM
INJURY UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING GENERAL RULES BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.
1.All operators and maintenance personnel must thoroughly read and understand this manual before
operating the machine.
2.Do not operate the machine unless ALL safety guards have been replaced.
3.Do not operate the machine unless eye protection is worn at all times
4.Maintenance and repair of electrical and pneumatic controls as well as tooling changes, should be
carried out by qualified personnel - It is the responsibility of the owner of the machine to ensure that
his personnel are qualified.
5.ALWAYS turn off the power and the air supply before carrying out tool changes or maintenance work.
6.Keep hands clear of moving parts at ALL times.
7.If any abnormal problem or abnormal condition arises during operation, stop the machine
immediately and report to a supervisor.
DO NOT turn the machine on again until the problem has been rectified by qualified personnel.
8.The machine should never be left under power when not in operation or unattended.
9.Regularly check the tooling for defects and wear to ensure safe and accurate machine operation.
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COMPONENTS
A. CONTROLS:
Once the emergency stop button is pressed, the machine becomes inoperable until it is released again-
twist the button to release.
The Start/Reset button is used to reset the machine or to start the machine, this depends on the mode
and state the machine is in.
The machine can be operated in Automatic mode (used for processing) or in Manual mode (used for
setting up). Refer to “Touchscreen Manual” for more information
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The Control Box door cannot be opened unless the isolating switch is
turned off.
Even when the isolating switch is off, the Control Box must remain
locked at all times except when a qualified electrician is doing
maintenance. The machine must not be left on over night.
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B.MATERIAL THICKNESS ADJUSTMENT
The vertical/roller plate is mounted on two cylinders, refer to Fig. 4, which allows for the plate to be
lifted up if a splinter, bowed board, or something else has jammed up the machine. If a jam occurs, stop
the feed rollers and put the machine into manual mode. While in manual mode press the Lift button,
refer to Fig. 5 and also the “Touchscreen Manual”. The button will toggle between displaying Up or
Down, depending on the position of the vertical plate.
When changing thicknesses the Thickness guides can be used to assist with setting the Feed Roller
height. Raise the vertical plate using the Lift button on the touchscreen then place a piece of offcut
under the Thickness Guides, refer to Fig. 6. With the offcut under both ends, lower the vertical plate
down so the stops are resting on the Thickness guides. Now adjust the jacking bolts on the lift cylinders.
Remove the pieces of offcut board. Ensure both ends of the machine are set correctly.
THE HEIGHT OF THE ROLLERS MUST BE SET CORRECTLY, ON BOTH SIDES OF
THE MACHINE, FOR EVERY JOB, OTHERWISE PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY BE
CAUSED TO THE FEED SYSTEM.
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Once the board thickness changes, the levelling bolts will have to be adjusted. The levelling bolts are
designed to ensure the clamp plate is level (horizontal) when in the retracted position. To check if the
clamp plate is level, retract the clamp and the gap between the table and clamp plate should be the same
at the front and rear (parallel). If it is not, adjust the levelling bolt until the plate is level.
When the board thickness changes, replace the piece of off-cut with the new board under the offcut
holder, refer to Fig.7. This off-cut piece assists with clamp stabilisation and improves clamping force at
the front edge of the board.
ENSURE CLAMP PLATE IS LEVEL WHEN IN THE RETRACTED (UP) POSITION,
OTHERWISE THE PLATE CAN RUB ON THE FEED ROLLERS OR JAM UP THE BOARDS.
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C.MATERIAL WIDTH ADJUSTMENT:
Material width adjustment is done by moving the clamp bar to the appropriate set of adjusting bolt
holes. The holes are at 15 mm increments.
NOTE: For boards <19mm thick, replace clamp bar with the thinner one supplied, designed for
boards between 10-19mm thick. Refer to section “Part and Assembly Drawings” for further
instructions.
Sensor 1 (CUT HOME PROX.) sets the cutter retract stop (home) position, while sensor 2 (CUT
SPEED PROX.) determines where the cutter travel slows down to an arbitary speed when returning
home at full speed, they are factory set and can not be adjusted - located under the top plate at the
back of the machine.
Sensor 3 (CUT END PROX.) however, determines the cutter end point, and is automatically adjusted
with the board clamp guide. Minor adjustments can be obtained by moving the sensor plate to the
desired position.
REMEMBER TO MOVE THE CENTRE BOARD GUIDE WHEN MAKING WIDTH
ADJUSTMENTS, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE A JAM UP AND EVEN MACHINE
DAMAGE.
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