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Pre-Installation Manual for i-Series Machines v492 Original Instructions January 2020
PRE-INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR i-SERIES MACHINES
January 2020

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pre-Installation Manual for i-Series Machines
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
List of Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
List of Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Purpose of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Parts of the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Specification Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Foundation Supporting the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Foundation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Securing Machine to Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Machine Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Electrical Service Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Calculating Minimum 3-Phase Breaker Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Recommended Isolation Transformer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Grounding Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Compressed Air Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Recommended Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Machine Arrival and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Removing Machine from Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Inspecting for Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Machine Lifting Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Moving Machine into Final Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lifting the Machine with Forklift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lifting the Machine with Crane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Removing Auxiliary Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Lowering the Machine onto its Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Start-up Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Pre-Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Service Visit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Materials to Complete Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Program Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Release Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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LIST OF TABLES
Lubrication and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
LIST OF FIGURES
Wye Transformer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Delta Transformer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
This Pre-Installation Manual describes the requirements for preparing for the arrival of
your new Hurco machine. Many of the steps need to be completed in advance of the
machine’s arrival at your site. All of the information should be read and verified before the
machine is delivered.
Parts of the Manual
The manual provides instructions for tasks that should be completed prior to the arrival of
the machine at the site. It also includes instructions for the physical transport of the
machine into position. Finally, it gives follow-up information for what is needed when a
Hurco representative arrives to install the machine.
• Site Preparation
• Machine Arrival and Installation
• Start-Up Preparation
Specification Sheet
Along with the Pre-Installation Manual, you should also receive a copy of the Specification
Sheet for the Hurco Machine Model that you have purchased. Reference the following
sections from the Specification Sheet to complete the pre-installation.
• Machine Dimensions
•Spindle
• Automatic Tool Changer
• Live Tool Section
• Chip Management and Fluid Capacities
• Service Requirements
• Optional Equipment Service Requirements
• Foundation Drawing
• Lifting Drawing (if provided)

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SITE PREPARATION
To avoid problems when the equipment arrives for installation, Hurco recommends that
the following items about the site be reviewed to ensure that the machine will be ready
for the Hurco-certified Service Engineer to install the machine.
• Capacity of the floor to support machine weight.
• Capacity of forklift or crane to lift the machine and accessory skids.
• Overhead and door clearances to allow the machine to enter building.
• Machine location.
• Observe obstructions on the way to machine location.
• Code requirements for utility services.
• Proximity of compressed air and proper electrical service.
• Space to allow operation, considering full operating dimensions and future
servicing access requirements.
• Use of internal personnel for management of installation.
Foundation Supporting the Machine
The foundation must be able to support the weight of the machine and should be
constructed of continuous concrete (reinforced is best). The thickness and consistency of
the concrete must be compatible with industry standards for supporting machine weight.
Actual requirements will depend upon the physical properties of underlying soil. A local
civil engineer must be consulted if soil conditions are questionable.
All Hurco machining and turning centers sit on leveling pads that allow the machine to be
leveled.
Please provide the Civil Engineer with the Specification Sheet to
determine machine weight (Machine Dimensions section) and
location/placement of the leveling pads for the machine
(Foundation Drawing).
Warning
Failure to follow recommended foundation guidelines or
specifications for securing machine to foundation may void
guarantees of quoted machine accuracy.

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Foundation Guidelines
The following guidelines are for the machine foundation:
• Flatness allowance of the floor level should be within +/- 10 mm (0.39 in).
• Foundation must be able to support machine weight and cracks should not be
present in the concrete.
• Machine should sit on a single continuous concrete slab, if possible.
• Leveling bolts are supplied with the machine.
• Based on the soil conditions, the stiffness of the foundation shall be
determined, so that the machine base does not deflect more than 0.013 mm
(0.0005) inches to maintain the machine accuracy and performance.
• The Foundation Drawing located in the Specification Sheet shows the general
arrangement required for the machine foundation. A local masonry contractor
and/or civil engineers must be consulted for additional recommendations (e.g.
depth, reinforcing steel based on the load bearing characteristics of the soil)
to achieve specified performance of the machine.
• Foundation contractor must paint foundation with a liquid proof paint prior to
the installation of the machine to prevent the foundation from absorbing
moisture.
• Static Load calculation is determined by the formula below. See the
Specification Sheet for machine weight (Machine Dimensions section) and
number of leveling bolts (Foundation Drawing).
Securing Machine to Foundation
For improved performance, accuracy, and reliability, Hurco recommends that machines be
secured to the foundation. If a machine is to be secured, failure to follow the
recommended foundation guidelines listed below may void guarantees of quoted machine
accuracy. Please see the Foundation Drawings included with the Specification Sheet.
1. Customer must provide M16 (5/8-11) nuts and hard washer.
2. Core-drilled holes must be prepared to ensure proper adhesion of grout to the
foundation concrete - use the depth of the anchor hole.
3. The grout and anchor bolt manufacturers’ recommendations must be followed
to ensure full strength of the foundation - use the distance that the rod sticks
out of the concrete for assistance.
4. After proper cure time, the anchor bolt must be capable of allowing a minimum
torque transmission of 271 Nm (200 ft-lb).
Static Load Machine Weight
No. of Leveling Bolts
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Machine Dimensions
The Specification Sheet provides these machine dimensions:
•Shipping Dimensions—height, width, length, and weight configuration of
the machine and auxiliary equipment as mounted to the skid. Shipping
dimensions are measured with the machine on its shipping pallet.
•Operating Dimensions—width and length measurements that must be
considered for maintenance and service of the machine, such as opening all
enclosure and electrical power cabinet doors and location of auxiliary
equipment. Three dimensions are provided:
• Operating dimensions with doors closed and without conveyor and
control—this is the enclosure footprint.
• Operating dimensions with doors opened, including conveyor and
control—this is the enclosure footprint plus space around the machine for
equipment and service.
• Maximum clearance height while operating machine.
When moving a machine, be sure to allow adequate space for maneuvering. If door and
ceiling clearances appear to be close to approximate machine dimensions, measure the
machine first before attempting to move it.
Allow additional space around the machine for servicing and safe operation. Leave room
for removing the coolant tank and the chip conveyor (if equipped).
Specification Sheets do not include optional equipment in
dimension measurements. Contact a Hurco representative for
optional equipment dimensions.

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Electrical Service Requirements
The customer is responsible for providing incoming electrical power to the Hurco
machining center or turning center.
A certified electrician should verify the following electrical service requirements:
• On-site wiring must comply with all applicable electrical codes.
• Dedicated, grounded 3-phase AC power is required to prevent high/low
voltages, spikes, surges, and noise.
• The AC power source shall be balanced and must match the voltage
specifications on the machine electrical cabinet.
• Wiring to the machine must be capable of supplying continuous specified
amperage. Run an electrical power line of adequate length and gauge to the
machine’s location to reach the connections in the power cabinet.
• Failure to provide the required power parameters may affect safety, machine
performance and the warranty.
• A Hurco-certified Service Engineer will inspect final electrical connections to
the machining center.
Calculating Minimum 3-Phase Breaker Size
Use the Specification Sheet to find the Full Load KVA and the AC Volts (Service
Requirements section). Also, be sure to include the KVA for optional equipment listed for
your machine (Optional Equipment Service Requirements, if provided). Use the following
formula to determine the minimum breaker size for your particular machine.
Example:
To calculate the minimum breaker size for the following specifications
I = Current
P = Full Load KVA
E = AC Volts
P = 50 KVA
E = 400 VAC
Note: = 1.732
Note: Full Load
KVA x 1000
converts to VA
Note: rounded to
the whole number
IP1000×
E3
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=
I50 KVA 1000×
400V 1.732×
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=
I50 000 VA,
692.8 V
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=
I73 A=

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Recommended Isolation Transformer Configuration
If the incoming voltage to the machine does not match the AC Volts requirement, then
the customer is required to provide a transformer. The transformer must meet Hurco
machine-operating voltage requirements. Hurco recommends the Wye configuration on
the transformer secondary that feeds power to the machine. It is the customer’s
responsibility to have a qualified electrician connect the transformer to the power source.
Figure 1. Wye Transformer Configuration
Figure 2. Delta Transformer Configuration
Grounding Equipment
The electrical and electronic control systems of the machining center are interconnected
internally and terminate at a single point ground (SPG) terminal. The SPG provides only
one conducting path between the machine and external ground, preventing an unwanted
ground loop (ground differential voltage). The SPG is located inside the machine power
cabinet.
The SPG must be properly connected to the ground circuit of the AC power source.
The grounding conductor must be sized to conform to all applicable electrical codes.
However, Hurco recommends that the size of the neutral conductor (when applicable) be
at least the size of the phase (current carrying) conductors.