ELBO CONTROLLI Nikken E346+ User manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL REV. 1.0 –01/20

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1. GENERAL INDEX _ ELBO CONTROLLI srl
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1. GENERAL INDEX
1. GENERAL INDEX .......................................................................................................................................................3
2. CERTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................4
3. WARNINGS ..................................................................................................................................................................5
3.1 INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................................5
3.2 PURPOSE .....................................................................................................................................................................5
3.3 TYPOGRAPHICAL CONVENTION ......................................................................................................................................5
4. PRESENTATION .........................................................................................................................................................6
5. PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................8
5.1 SHIPPING LIST............................................................................................................................................................8
5.2 SAFETY NORMS.........................................................................................................................................................9
5.3 SUGGESTED USE OF THE MACHINE......................................................................................................................9
5.4 PACKING, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE................................................................................................................9
5.5 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................10
5.5.1 FRONT VIEW......................................................................................................................................................12
5.5.2 REAR VIEW.........................................................................................................................................................13
5.6 OPERATING CONDITIONS .....................................................................................................................................14
5.7 POWER SUPPLY .......................................................................................................................................................14
5.7.1 USB-RJ45 HUB...................................................................................................................................................15
6. MAIN FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................16
6.1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................................16
6.2 POWER ON ................................................................................................................................................................16
6.3 POWERING OFF MACHINE.....................................................................................................................................17
6.4 AXIS MOVEMENT........................................................................................................................................................17
6.4.1 RAPID MOVEMENT...........................................................................................................................................17
6.4.2 ACUTE MOVEMENT..........................................................................................................................................18
6.5 THE SPINDLE............................................................................................................................................................19
6.5.1 REPLACING ROTATING SPINDLE...................................................................................................................19
6.5.2 MANUAL SPINDLE BRAKE...............................................................................................................................19
7. COLLIMATION.........................................................................................................................................................20
7.1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................................20
7.2 IMAGE FOCUSING .........................................................................................................................................................20
8. MACHINE ORIGINS.................................................................................................................................................23
8.1 NC MACHINE ORIGINS ...........................................................................................................................................23
9. INSTALLING DYMO MINI PRINTER...................................................................................................................24
9.1 DYMO CONNECTION ..............................................................................................................................................24
9.2 PRINTER REPLACEMENT.......................................................................................................................................25
10. MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................................27
10.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................................27
10.1.1 SPINDLE, ADAPTERS AND RESET GAUGES LUBRIFICATION ..................................................................27
10.1.2 VISION SYSTEM CLEANING ...........................................................................................................................27
10.1.3 CLEANING THE OPTICS.................................................................................................................................27
10.1.4 CLEANING THE COMPRESSED AIR FILTRED (E346V+ version only) .......................................................27
11. TROUBLE SHOOTING...........................................................................................................................................28
11.1 FOREWORD.............................................................................................................................................................28
11.2 PROBLEM, CAUSES AND SOLUTION .................................................................................................................28
PROBLEM: the presetter does not switch on.........................................................................................................28
PROBLEM: difficulty moving the Z axis upwards . ...............................................................................................28
PROBLEM: the DYMO label printer does not work..............................................................................................28
PROBLEM: The VACUUM locking of the tool does not work...............................................................................28
12. DISPOSAL OF MACHINE......................................................................................................................................29
13. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM......................................................................................................................................30
14. PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM .......................................................................................................................................31

2. CERTIFICATION ELBO CONTROLLI srl
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2. CERTIFICATION
The manufacturer, ELBO CONTROLLI Srl., under its own responsibility,
DECLARES THAT:
the pre-registration and tool management tools models E346+ ed E346V+ conforms to the following safety
standards where enforceable:
•2006/42/CE Machinery Directive (MD)
to the harmonized standards EN ISO 12100:2010
•2014/30/UE Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
to the harmonized standards EN61326-1:2013, EN55011:2009+A1:2010 ISM (group 1, class A),
EN61000-3-2:2014, EN61000-3-3:2013, EN61000-4-2:2009, EN61000-4-
3:2006+A1:2008+A2:2010, EN61000-4-4:2012, EN61000-4-5:2006, EN61000-4-6:2009,
EN61000-4-11:2004
•2014/35/UE Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
to the harmonized standards EN60950-1:2006+A2: 2013, EN60204-1:2006+A1:2009, EN61010-
1:2010
•2011/65/UE Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS II)
•2012/19/UE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WAEE)
as shown in the technical file and the enclosed test reports, stored at our headquarters.
MEDA, ____________ Massimiliano Tasca
General Manager
Information relating to this presetter is listed on the identification plate stamped on the left-hand side of
the machine as shown above. .

3. WARNINGS ELBO CONTROLLI srl
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3. WARNINGS
3.1 INTRODUCTION
The following operation and maintenance manual of the E346+/V+ should be considered an integral part
of the apparatus and it should therefore be kept with care for future reference.
All the procedures and information contained in the manual cannot be a substitute for the end user’s
adequate tool presetting experience, but they provide the necessary information for the correct and proper
use of the PresetterE346+/V+.
Unauthorized equipment handling, non-compliance of instructions or improper or incorrect use may lead
to unforeseen results for which ELBO CONTROLLI Srl. declines all civil or criminal liability.
ELBO CONTROLLI Srl. reserves the right to modify at any time the tool presetter and the operator’s manual
without prior notification on account of the continuous technical updating of the product in pursuit of the
Company strategy aimed at perfecting presetter technology of tool measurement and presetting and of
customer satisfaction.
All suggestions for improvements of the apparatus or manual are welcome either by fax or email to our
head office.
3.2 PURPOSE
The aim of the present manual is to allow the operator of the presetter E346+/V+ to become acquainted
with the machine operating directions, routine and non-routine maintenance, the proper operating
procedures, and to show all the required necessary actions from the Presetter’s introduction until disposal
Implement only the allowed use and the configuration reported, approved by ELBO CONTROLLI Srl.; any
other use or configuration is not recommended, as it may compromise the tool’s proper functioning and/or
its safety.
The manual does not substitute or replace the experience and the technical expertise of the personnel
involved in the use of the Preset machine and is to be considered as a guide at all times.
This manual must be read following the chapters in their logical order, because the repeated
information is explained in full the first time it appears, thereafter it is only mentioned because it
constitutes knowledge already acquired.
3.3 TYPOGRAPHICAL CONVENTION
This manual is sub-divided into chapters, which contain homogeneous information; each chapter is
identified by a title in the following typographical character:
X. FIRST CHAPTER
Each chapter is sub-divided into individual paragraphs into following typographical format:
X.X FIRST PARAGRAPH
Notes or instructions of particular interest are indicated by the following typographical format:
Notes or Instructions of particular interest.

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4. PRESENTATION
First, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your purchase of ELBO CONTROLLI’s
E346+/V+ Presetters; you will certainly have great satisfaction with the decision you have made and you
will increase the productivity of your NC machines.
E346+/V+ tool presetter have been manufactured in compliance with ergonomics and simplicity principles
and offer outstanding technological solutions. The mechanical systems, electronics and software deal with
tool measurement and pre-adjustment. The vision system, designed by ELBO CONTROLLI, is used to
collect measurement data automatically.
The excellent value for money and measurement precision make the E346+ e E346V+ one of a kind.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
▪Measuring range: diameter max 360 mm (radius 180 mm); height max 460 mm.
▪Base and column made of natural granite: linearity max error 2 μm/Mt certification with Taylor Hobson
res.1 μm/Mt electronic millesimal level.
▪Machine structure in electro-welded and detensioned steel.
▪ISO/BT/HSK/POLYGONAL TAPER... etc. interchangeable rotating spindle-holder (to be specified)
max run-out error < 4 μm.
▪Double vault arc prismatic slideways: N°2 X axis slideways; N°1 Z axis slideway.
▪Double re-circulating ball bearing slides lubricated for life (3) (preloaded slides/slideways: P/H class).
▪Manual mechanical braking of the interchangeable spindle-holder rotation.
▪Tool clamping with VACUUM system (Only E346V+ model).
▪Vision-system for tool measuring including:
oC-MOS sensor-framed imaged area 6,4 x 6,4 mm.
oMagnifications 25X.
oCutting inspection.
▪Machine operator interface:
oVertical Touch Screen TFT 15” colour 16:9.
oIntel Celeron Series N 4 Core.
oUBUNTU LINUX operating system.
oSSD solid state disk data storage.
▪Standard Software:
oCNC machine origin management and adapters.
oTool list creation and/or single tool.
oTool set and Post Processor universal generator.
oMagnetic chip code-holders (Balluff for example, hardware not included).
oPrintable tool set report.
oManagement of theoretical measurements and tolerances.
▪Analog comparators to measure on the fix reticule.
▪Telecentric lens and LED illuminator.
▪Axes resolution: X = 1 μm, Z = 1 μm.
▪TID (Automatic Tool Identification System) ready.
▪Overall dimensions: L = 950mm, H = 972mm, P = 430mm
▪Net weight: 90 Kg

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Option
Machine stand for preset model E346+ / E346V+
ISO / BT / SK / CAT Interchangeable spindle-holder available in 50, 45, 40, 30
versions.
ISO / BT / SK / CAT Interchangeable spindle-holder equipped with VACUUM
locking system available in 50, 40, 30 versions (Only E346V+ model)
HSK FORM A-C-E Interchangeable spindle-holder available in 100, 80, 63, 50, 40,
32 versions.
VDI Interchangeable spindle-holder available in 50, 40, 30 versions.
POLYGONAL TAPER ISO 26623 Interchangeable spindle-holder available in C4,
C5, C6, C8 versions.
ISO/BT/CAT to: HSK/VDI/POLYGONAL TAPER ISO 26623/KM cone reduction adapter.
ISO and HSK resetting gauge.
DYMO mini-labels printer.

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5. PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION
5.1 SHIPPING LIST
Before proceeding with preparation and installation, check that the tool presetter packaging contains the
following components:
TOOL PRESETTER
Model E346+ Spindle …….......... …….....……
E346V+ ………...... …….....……
………...... …….....……
RESETTING GAUGES
………… …………
………… ….…….
CONE REDUCTION ADAPTER
ISO ........... ISO ..…........ other .........…………………….……….......
ISO ........... ISO ..…........ other .........………….………….………......
ISO ........... HSK ..…........
ISO ........... HSK ..…........
ISO ........... VDI ..…........
ISO ........... VDI ..…........
MINI PRINTER LABELS
DYMO
LABELS PACK
POWER SUPPLY
OPERATION MANUAL CD
TEST CERTIFICATE
WARRANTY
CHECKED BY..............................................

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5.2 SAFETY NORMS
The personnel destined to use the Presetter E346+/V+ are not required to use any particular protection;
however, they must be informed of the following potential dangers:
•In particular during the vertical axis measurement positions, the vision system of the support
structure can be a hazardous obstacle at head height if the machine is used without the neccessary
care and attention.
•We recommend the careful handling of tools due to their sharp and potentially dangerous nature.
The person responsible for employee safety should train the people required to use the tool presetter by
insisting on the reading of this manual. (per l’Italia vedi D.Lgs. 81/2008 come modificato da D.Lgs. n.
106 del 3 agosto 2009).
5.3 SUGGESTED USE OF THE MACHINE
The E346+/V+ Tool Presetter is an instrument to preset and measure the tools surveying their dimensions
along X-Z-axes, in accordance with the axes definition of the machine using the above-mentioned tools.
The measurable tools are to be compatible with the presetter spindle; any attempt to adapt the tool presetter
spindle taper without using the appropriate adaptors supplied by ELBO CONTROLLI Srl. is to be considered
improper use.
The maximum weight of the tool to be measured should be no more than 30Kg.
Any other use is to be considered improper and potentially compromising to the operator’s safety.
The E346+/V+ Presetter is to be handled by a single person in conditions of tested and controlled
efficiency, in respect of all procedures described in this manual.
5.4 PACKING, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
The instrument must be handled inside its proper cardboard box, which prevents it from normal mechanical
stresses.
Stated on the outside of the packaging are the shipping instructions, particularly the specified total weight,
transport position and using symbols, vulnerability to atmospheric agents and the need to handle with care.
Keep the original packing and use it for further transportation of the instrument.
Tool Presetter transportation is to be carried out by qualified carriers able to grant the correct handling of
the transported goods, observing the following precautions:
•lift only with trolleys or pallet jacks;
•do not bump, throw, drop, roll or drag the case;
•do not overcharge the packing by piling more than three cases;
•avoid exposure to atmospheric agents;
•maintain the prescribed transportation position.
The storage environment must fall within the following environmental conditions:
•safe from atmospheric agents;
•temperature between -10 and 50 °C;
•relative humidity between 20% e 95% without condensation.

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5.5 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

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5.5.1 FRONT VIEW
Vision system
illuminator
Handle for fast
movement to block and
unblock axis Z
Rotating spindle-holder
brake
Adjustment wheel for
axis X
Adjustment knob/wheel
for axis Z
C-MOS image sensor
Vertical LCD Monitor
Touch-screen 15”
Knob to block/unblock
axis X
Rotating spindle-holder
Adjustable feet
Adjustable feet
3 USB + 1 RJ45
HUB Connections
Start button

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5.5.2 REAR VIEW
(k)(l)
Start button
ON/OFF switch
Power cable for DYMO
mini printer, supplied
with the machine
DYMO mini printer
power connection
Ground terminal
24Vdc Power Supply
connection
Rotating spindle-holder
Vision system
illuminator
Vertical LCD Monitor
Touch-screen 15”
C-MOS image sensor

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5.6 OPERATING CONDITIONS
The E346+/V+ Presetter is a precision instrument, it shall be positioned in a trouble-free site (free from
dust / or corrosive air substances, excessive vibrations, extreme temperature fluctuations), away from direct
sunlight and far from windows and skylights. Preferably, it should be positioned in rooms with diffused
artificial lighting and suitable working space for measurement taking.
The instrument does not generate acoustic emissions.
The recommended climatic conditions are as follows:
•away from atmospheric agents;
•temperature between 10 and 40 °C;
•relative humidity between 20% and 95% without condensation.
The best performance is obtained in a constant-temperature environment.
5.7 POWER SUPPLY
The power supply points are located on the back of the preset (also pneumatic for E346V+ version).
E346 + / V + Presetter is powered at 24 Volt in direct current through an external power supply, supplied
as standard, to be connected to the electrical network 115 / 230V AC, 50 / 60Hz, 75W.
Connection procedure
Connect the power supply to E346 + / V + by inserting the round plug of the power supply into the power
socket of the preset, then connect the preset to the grounding terminal using a yellow / green conductor
section min 1.5 mmq and fix to the appropriate connector.
Only or the version E346V+: connect the preset to the compressed air system and adjust the pressure
between 5 and 6 bar.
ON/OFF switch
24Vdc Power Supply
connection
Grounding terminal
Pressure gauge
Compressed air
connection 5/6 bar
Pressure regulator
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Also, on the rear panel, the attachment is available to power the DYMO mini printer (optional) with the
relative cable supplied.
5.7.1 USB-RJ45 HUB
In the support column of the LCD monitor, there is a HUB equipped with:
•3 USB ports for connecting any external peripherals (e.g. mouse, keyboard, DYMO mini
printer, …).
•1 RJ45 port to permit connection to the company data network.
DYMO mini printer
power connection
Power cable for DYMO
mini printer, supplied
with the machine
RJ45 connector
ethernet network input
Nr. 3 USB Port

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6. MAIN FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION
6.1 INTRODUCTION
Before turning on the machine, it is necessary to connect it to the electrical (and pneumatic for the E346V+
version) as described in paragraph 5.7.
6.2 POWER ON
Turn the main switch on the back of the machine to the ' I' position, then
press the power button on the right side of the machine and wait for the
software to commence.
For use, refer to the software manual supplied with the machine.
ON/OFF
switch
Start button
Help on-line
Axis quote
Setup Preset
Fixed grid
Autotargeting
Measurement
“freezing”
Camera system
Date and time
Machine origins
Tool set
Exit program
Rapid label printing
Radius/Diameter
Absolute/Incremental
Manual insertion of
axes values
VACUUM tool
clamping
(E346V+ only)
Tool clamping status
(E346V+ only)
Measuring ares
Wait for “zero axis”
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6.3 POWERING OFF MACHINE
It is advisable not to leave the machine turned on for long periods (day after day), it is recommended to
turn it off in the evening at the end of the working day. To do this, press the power button on the right side
of the machine and wait for the machine to turn off, then turn the main switch on the back of the machine
to the position ‘O ‘.
6.4 AXIS MOVEMENT
Axes movements are manual and provide two options: rapid and acute.
The rapid movement is used to move the tool to the visual field and to return it at the end of the
measurement. The acute movement is used to collimate the tool profile and to acquire the measurement.
The transition from rapid movement to the acute movement occurs by unlocking and locking the respective
axes: axis unlocked = rapid movement; axis blocked = acute movement.
6.4.1 RAPID MOVEMENT
In order to rapidly move the axis, rotate the respective
unblocking handle/wheel until the white bullet marker
is positioned on the front part of the machine.
Grip the rapid movement handle (see figure), then
manoeuvre it in the direction desired (X o Z).
As noted in the figure, the handle for
blocking/unblocking the Z axis is integrated into the
handle of axes movement. Unblocking both axes makes
it possible to move quickly to the measuring zone of the
tool.
In order to prevent damage to the Presetter, do not
strike the limit stops at the end of the stroke.
Handle to block/unblock
axis X and indicates when
axis X is blocked
Rapid movement axis
handle
Handle/Wheel to block/unblock
axis Z and indicates when axis
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6.4.2 ACUTE MOVEMENT
After having approached or framed the tool profile with
the rapid movement, to manoeuvre an axis with
precision rotate the respective blocking wheel handles
until the black bullet marker is positioned on the front
part of the machine.
Rotate the acute movement handle of the axis to the area
of interest on the screen to carry out the measurement.
Acute movement
handle axis X
Acute movement
handle axis Z
Handle to block/unblock
axis X and indicates when
axis X is blocked
Handle to block/unblock axis Z
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6.5 THE SPINDLE
E346+/V+ is equipped with an interchangeable rotating spindle system making it is possible to insert
different rotating spindles of a pre-selected shape and size (ISO, BT, HSK, POLYGONAL TAPER ISO
26623, VDI).
6.5.1 REPLACING ROTATING SPINDLE
In case different rotating spindles are available, follow the instructions for their replacement.
Procedure for the replacement of rotating spindle
•Position the column to make it easier to dismantle the spindle: axis X all to the left, Z all
above;
•remove the tool from the spindle making sure that it isn’t blocked by the brake (see par.
6.5.2);
•remove the rotating spindle upwards keeping it parallel to the column;
•clean the removed spindle and lubricate the parts with antioxidant liquid (eg. PRO-setral-KS
spray) before storing;
•clean the spindle and insert it into the presetter;
•introduce the new spindle into the holder, during insertion keep it parallel with the column.
•If you have adapters instead of rotating spindles, follow the procedure below.
Procedure for replacing spindle adaptors
•Remove, if present, the other adaptor, clean and lubricate the rectified parts with antioxidant
liquid (es. PRO-setral-KS spray), then put it in a protected place;
•clean the spindle and its new adaptor;
•insert the new adaptor into the spindle.
6.5.2 MANUAL SPINDLE BRAKE
The spindle brake allows the locking at any point of the rotation of
the spindle of the presetter.
It will then be possible to lock the rotation of the spindle in the
exact measuring point of the tool (see para. 7.2), the micrometric
adjustment of a pre-adjustable reamer will be possible without
causing measurement mistakes due to an involuntary movement of
the spindle.
In order to activate the rotating spindle brake, rotate the wheel in
clockwise direction; wheel rotation in a counter clockwise
direction releases the brake, allowing the spindle to rotate freely.
Do not exceed the torque force of 5 N/m in order to avoid any
damage to the preset spindle.
Pomello freno
rotazione mandrino

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7. COLLIMATION
7.1 INTRODUCTION
Collimation is the operation that detects the point in which you have to carry out the measurement.
E346+/V+ is equipped with an industrial vision system, which was exclusively designed for tool
measurement/prerecording without contact.
Its operating principle is similar to the one of the optical profile projector; by means of a specific shooting
lens, a collimated light source projects the profile of the tool to be found between the two elements over a
C-MOS image sensor, through an appropriate lens, the profile of the tool is interposed between the two
elements. The tool outline acquired by the image sensor is displayed in real time on to a colour LCD screen;
the framed field equals approximately 6,4 x 6,4 mm, which establishes an image visual scale ratio in the
screen of about 25 times (25X).
Furthermore, there are two bars to monitor image focusing: one bar detects the focus of the X-axis
measurement point, while the other detects the focus of the Z-axis measurement point. This way the
operator can easily detect the point of maximum tangency of the tool.
The real advantage, if compared to an optical profile projector, is the exclusion of measurement subjectivity,
which makes measurements objective and repetitive. In fact, E346+/V+ can analyse the cutting edge of the
tool and find out its measurement points in the profile with a resolution of 1m., it is the task of the operator
to decide whether to carry out the measure on the central reticule, assisted by the compared electronics, or
in whichever position on the screen: E346+/V+ establishes the measurements in real time from the addition
between the coordinates of reticule centre and image position.
The measurements are continuously displayed on the screen in order to have all necessary pieces of
information available in the same area.
7.2 IMAGE FOCUSING
With the E346+/V+ measurements are carried out in a way
similar to those made with optical profile projectors; you
have to frame the tool outline in the screen by placing it in
the light beam using rapid manual displacements.
Before carrying out the measurement, it is necessary to rotate
the spindle to search for the point that has the best image
focusing.
The screen always displays two control bars for image
focusing (one for each axis); it is sufficient to rotate the
cutting edge until reaching the highest possible value on the
bar of the specific axis, to obtain the best focus.
The dimensions taken as the reference for focusing are the ones relating to the two X and Z measurement
points, which were detected by the two pointers.