CNC-Step High-Z PlasCut S-1350T User manual

Status: 23.02.2022
Operating Instructions
High-Z PlasCut S-1350T
Rev. 1.6 - Facelift2021
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Operating Instructions
High-Z PlasCut S-1350T
CNC-STEP e.K. ▪Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany
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High-Z PlasCut S-1350T
Short description
The machine includes the complete mechanics for three-dimensional movement. The linear
carriage-movement takes place via threaded spindles, powered by step motors. Two drives are used
on the x-axis. The activation of the step motors, in order to operate every single axis, is done by
using further interfaces. This operating description will show you how to install, operate and service
a CNC- portal system.

Operating Instructions
High-Z PlasCut S-1350T
CNC-STEP e.K. ▪Siemensstrasse 13-15 ▪ 47608 Geldern ▪ Germany
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Contents
1GENERAL.....................................................................................................................7
1.1 Symbol description...................................................................................................................7
1.2 Limitation of Liability..............................................................................................................8
1.3 Copyright ..................................................................................................................................8
2SAFETY ........................................................................................................................9
2.1 Intended use..............................................................................................................................9
2.2 Fundamental dangers ............................................................................................................10
2.2.1 Hazards from electrical power...........................................................................................11
2.2.2 Dangers by mechanics.......................................................................................................12
2.2.3 Dangers by high or very low temperatures........................................................................14
2.2.4 Risk of fire.........................................................................................................................14
2.2.5 Radiation hazards ..............................................................................................................15
2.2.6 Hazards of chemicals.........................................................................................................15
2.2.7 General work-related danger.............................................................................................16
2.3 Responsibility of the operator...............................................................................................17
2.4 Staff requirements..................................................................................................................18
2.4.1 Qualification......................................................................................................................18
2.4.2 Instruction..........................................................................................................................19
2.5 Personal protective equipment..............................................................................................20
2.6 Safety installations..................................................................................................................21
2.6.1 Description of the installed safety installations.................................................................22
2.6.2 Safety installations, which have to be updated by the owning operator............................23
2.7 Behaviour in case of fire or accidents...................................................................................24
2.8 Environmental protection......................................................................................................24
2.9 Signage.....................................................................................................................................25
2.9.1 Mandatory signs ................................................................................................................25
2.9.2 Prohibition signs................................................................................................................26
2.9.3 Warnings............................................................................................................................27
2.9.4 Fire protection signs ..........................................................................................................28
2.9.5 Exit signs ...........................................................................................................................29
3TECHNICAL DATA.....................................................................................................30
3.1 General information...............................................................................................................30

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3.2 Power values ...........................................................................................................................32
3.3 Operating conditions..............................................................................................................32
3.4 Working materials..................................................................................................................32
3.5 Emissions.................................................................................................................................32
3.6 Type plate................................................................................................................................33
4STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS................................................................................34
4.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................34
4.2 Brief description of the application range............................................................................35
4.3 Module Description................................................................................................................36
4.3.1 Z-axis with carriage...........................................................................................................36
4.3.2 Manual adjustment of the Z-Axis......................................................................................36
4.3.3 Y-axis with carriage...........................................................................................................37
4.3.4 X-axis with carriage...........................................................................................................38
4.3.5 Tool holder for Plasma-Dongle.........................................................................................39
4.4 Controls...................................................................................................................................39
4.5 Connections.............................................................................................................................40
4.5.1 Control signals (ST)...........................................................................................................41
4.5.2 Motor connector (X1,X2,Y,Z)...........................................................................................41
4.5.3 MiniXLR pin socket (Pin15).............................................................................................42
4.6 Work and danger areas .........................................................................................................43
4.6.1 Working area .....................................................................................................................43
5TRANSPORT, PACKAGING AND STORAGE...........................................................44
5.1 Safety instructions for transport...........................................................................................44
5.2 Transport inspections ............................................................................................................45
5.3 Packaging................................................................................................................................45
5.4 Symbols on packaging............................................................................................................46
5.5 Transport ................................................................................................................................47
5.6 Storage.....................................................................................................................................48
6INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING...................................................................49
6.1 Safety instructions for the installation and commissioning................................................49
6.2 Preparations............................................................................................................................50
6.2.1 Install machine...................................................................................................................50

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6.2.2 Potential clamping surface.................................................................................................51
6.3 Installation ..............................................................................................................................51
6.3.1 Connecting the computer...................................................................................................51
6.3.2 Connecting the stepper motor and control cable...............................................................52
6.3.3 Installing Accessories........................................................................................................53
6.4 Initial start-up.........................................................................................................................54
7OPERATION...............................................................................................................55
7.1 Safety guidelines for operation..............................................................................................55
7.2 Operations before usage ........................................................................................................55
7.3 Switching on............................................................................................................................56
7.4 Activities during operation....................................................................................................57
7.4.1 Operating machine.............................................................................................................57
7.4.2 Switch plasma nozzle ........................................................................................................60
7.5 Switching off ...........................................................................................................................60
7.6 Activities after use..................................................................................................................61
7.7 Emergency Shutdown............................................................................................................61
8MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................62
8.1 Safety Instructions for maintenance.....................................................................................62
8.2 Spare parts..............................................................................................................................63
8.3 Maintenance Schedule ...........................................................................................................64
8.4 Maintenance............................................................................................................................65
8.4.1 Cleaning of the machine....................................................................................................65
8.4.2 Lubricate machine .............................................................................................................65
8.5 Measures after maintenance .................................................................................................72
9FAILURES...................................................................................................................73
9.1 Cautions for Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................73
9.2 Errors ......................................................................................................................................75
9.3 Problem resolution.................................................................................................................76
9.3.1 Cancel the emergency stop................................................................................................76
9.3.2 Check axes for perpendicularity........................................................................................77
9.3.3 Description of process for aligning the machine with respect to perpendicularity. ..........78
9.4 Commissioning after fault has been rectified......................................................................78

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10 DISMANTLING AND DISPOSAL.............................................................................79
10.1 Safety regulations for the disassembling and disposal ....................................................79
10.2 Disassembling......................................................................................................................79
10.3 Disposal................................................................................................................................80
11 APPENDIX...............................................................................................................81
11.1 Accessories...........................................................................................................................81
12 CUSTOMER SERVICE ............................................................................................82

Operating Instructions
High-Z PlasCut S-1350T
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1General
This instruction provides guidelines which enable a safe and efficient handling of the machine. The
manual is an integral part of the machine and must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the machine
and accessible at any time for the personnel.
Before starting all tasks, personnel must carefully read and understand these instructions.
Adherence to all the specified safety instructions and instructions for actions in this operating
manual is a fundamental requirement for working safely.
Furthermore, the local accident prevention regulations and general safety conditions for the
application of the machine are also applicable.
Illustrations in this manual are intended to facilitate basic understanding, and may differ from the
actual design.
Further guidelines regarding built-in components are found in the appendix of this description.
1.1 Symbol description
Safety instructions are designated by symbols. In addition, there is always a signal word
heading the information indicating the severity of the danger or hazard that may be
encountered.
HINT:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
property damage or environmental contamination.
WARNING:
This signal word and symbol indicates a risk which can lead to severe injury or
even death, if not avoided.
ATTENTION:
This signal word and symbol indicates a risk which can lead to small injuries, if
not avoided.
Danger:
This signal word and symbol indicates a risk which can lead to severe injury or
even death, if not avoided.
Prohibition for people with pacemakers
This sign stands for activities involving risks for people with pacemakers. These
areas are prohibited for people with pacemakers!!

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Warning of hazardous electrical voltage
This sign stands for activities on all components carrying live voltage.
Danger due to hot surface
This sign stands for activities involving contact with hot objects.
1.2 Limitation of Liability
All data and notes in these instructions were prepared with consideration to the statutory
standards and regulations, the present state of technology, as well as our many years of
knowledge and experience.
Under the following circumstances the manufacturer will not assume any liability:
•Non-compliance with these instructions
•Used other than for the intended purpose
•Unauthorized or unapproved personnel
•Unauthorised rebuilds or modifications
•Unauthorized technical changes
•The use of unauthorized replacement parts or non-original accessories
The actual scope of delivery can, by special designs, deviate from the explanations and
presentations given here, because of the utilization of additional order options, or because of
the most recent technical changes.
The responsibilities agreed in the delivery contract, the General Terms and Conditions as well
as the delivery conditions of the manufacturer and the statutory regulations valued at the time
of conclusion of the contract are effective.
1.3 Copyright
The contents of this instruction are copyrighted. It is to be used for the purpose of operating
the machine, only. Any other use without a written permission is forbidden.

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2Safety
This section gives an overview of all important safety aspects for optimum protection of the
personnel, as well as for the safe and fault-free operation. Other task-based guide-lines are
included in the sections regarding the individual phases of life.
2.1 Intended use
The CNC-Portal system is exclusively used for holding provided tools that serve to process various
materials and surfaces.
The machine is meant to be built into a complete system and does not have its own control unit.
Intended use also includes compliance with instructions specified by the manufacturer concerning
operation, servicing and maintenance.
Every application in excess of the intended use and/or other use, can lead to hazardous situations
and is considered misuse.
WARNING:
Danger due to misuse!
Improper use of the CNC-portal machine can cause dangerous situations.
•Operation outside the values specified in the section „Technical data“.
•Bypassing the safety devices.
•Remodelling, refitting or changing of the device or parts of it, with the
intention to alter functionality or usability.
•If machining process involves flammable cooling lubricants.
•Processing light alloys such as aluminium, magnesium and titanium
alloys without extraction attachments and corresponding safety
measures.
•Operating the machine, although it is not in perfect condition from a
technical point of view.
•Operating the machine in potentially explosive environment.
The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any and all damage due to misuse of this equipment.

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2.2 Fundamental dangers
In following section, all residual risks are named that can still result from the machine, even when
the appliance is used as intended.
In order to minimize personal injuries and property damage and avoid dangerous situations, all here
mentioned safety-guidelines and those mentioned in further sections must be followed.