MiniMax FORMULA SP1 Installation guide

FORMULA SP1
PIALLA A SPESSORE
THICKNESSING PLANER
RABOTEUSE
DICKENHOBELMASCHINE
REGRUESADORA
USO E MANUTENZIONE
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
FONCTIONNEMENT ET ENTRETIEN
BETRIEBS- UND WARTUNGSANLEITUNG
USOY MANTENIMIENTO
ENGLISH
0000502431B/4

SP1 1.1
GENERAL
BC_GB1
MINI MAX will not be held responsible for damages caused by wrong use or wrong maintenance.
For any technical problem concerning the machine please apply to the dealer:
L.N.E.
Service SATI
1 Rue Gaston Boissier
F 75015 Paris
France
Themachinehasbeentested byauthorized L.N.E. officefor
CE certification according to Macchine 98/37/CE Directive
of European Parliament. Modificato vari capitoli B11176 4
16/11/00
Modificato con bolla
B11417 del 14/7/99
B11163 3
17/12/99
Pagine totali compresa copertina e retro; vedi indice paragrafi Modificato con bolla
U.T. B11008 del
11/03/99
B11161 2
CF3 C.I.
03/00 LIBRETTO USO E MANUTENZIONE
FORMULA SP1
CE
INGLESE
19/02/99
Unificato libretto per
macchine ce e non_ce B9398
1
N°
Bolla B9377 16/10/96
Data 15/09/95
Modifica
N° Bolla N-
°
Firma
SIT/RB/07-- N°0000502431B/4 Data

GENERAL
1.2 SP1 BC_GB1
SYMBOLS USED IN THE HANDBOOK
OPTIONAL: devices indicated in price list available only upon request
Symbols fitted on the machine:
Danger of cutting upper limbs when tools are moving
Shows point where hooks should be placed to lift the machine
Yellow triangular danger place fitted on electric cabinet
Danger: electric power on
Warning plate
AVVERTENZEDI SICUREZZA
1.Questa macchina pericolosa - A ttenzione!
Solooperatoripreparati possono impiegare la macchina.
2.Leggere attentamente il "MANUALE ISTRUZIONI" prima di iniziare a lavorare.
Il "MANUALE ISTRUZIONI" semprefornito con la macchina e contiene informazioni ed
avvertimentidiestrema importanza riguardanti l'utilizzo della medesima.
Unusoimproprio della macchina potrebbe provocare danni alle persone.
3.Non utilizzare mai la macchina senza che le protezioni di sicurezza siano al loro posto.
Usarlasolamente quando gli sportelli e le protezioni sono nella giusta posizione di protezione.
4.Prima di eseguire operazioni di lubrificazione, pulizia, registrazione, manutenzione o ripara-
zioni,spegnere la macchina ed isolarla elettricamente.
5.Tenere lontane tutte le parti del corpo dalle parti mobili della macchina, sia quando essa in
funzionechequando si ferma.
6.Accertarsi che sulla macchina sia stato effettuato il collegamento a terra prima di utilizzarla.
7.Non mettere mai le mani o dita tra il pezzo di legno da lavorare e la cinghia di avanzamento
ovicino le lame, frese o nastri abrasivi.
8.Non indossare guanti, gioielli o abiti slacciati (come maglioni, giacche, ecc.) mentre si lavora
osi vicinialla macchina in funzione.
9.Assicurarsi che tutti gli utensili rotanti siano perfettamente equilibrati, affilati ed accuratamen-
teserrati.
Nonimpiegaremai lame o utensili incrinati, deformati ed oltre il limite di velocit indicato su
diessi.
10.Indossaresempre occhiali protettivi quando si lavora o si sta vicino alla macchina in funzione.
11.Nonsovraccaricare la potenzialit dellamacchina; ricordarsi sempre di regolarla per il normale
utilizzo che ne pu essere fatto.
12.Nonlavorare materiali che provocano scintille (come acciaio) con materiali combustibili (come
polveridi alluminio e magnesio) perch c' il rischio che si sviluppi un incendio.
13.Teneresempre pulito e mordinato lo spazio circostante la macchina.
Una scarsa manutenzione potrebbe generare scivoloni, cadute ed altri danni.
14.La concentrazione d'obbligoin ogni momento.
La mancanza di attenzione al movimento della mano causa di molti incidenti.
15.NON TOGLIERE MAI QUESTA TARGHETTA "AVVERTENZE DI SICUREZZA", che deve
essere fissata in modo permanente sulla macchina.
Larimozione di questa targa potrebbe causare danni a Lei e ad altri, rendendoLa responsa-
bile.

SP1 1.3
GENERAL
BC_GB1
GENERAL INFORMATION..........................................................................SECTION 1
1-1 Instructions for contacting by mail or phone .................................................................................... 1.5
1-2 Notes for technical assistance........................................................................................................... 1.5
1-3 Machine identification....................................................................................................................... 1.6
1-4 Conditions for use............................................................................................................................. 1.6
1-4A Operator’s training ............................................................................................................. 1.8
1-5 Specifications.................................................................................................................................... 1.9
1-6 Noise level ...................................................................................................................................... 1.11
1-7 Safety rules ..................................................................................................................................... 1.12
1-8 Overall dimensions.......................................................................................................................... 1.14
INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................SECTION 2
2-1 Machine unloading............................................................................................................................ 2.2
2-2 Machine positioning.......................................................................................................................... 2.2
2-3 Electric connection and earthing....................................................................................................... 2.4
2-4 Connection to the dust exhaust system............................................................................................. 2.6
2-5 Safety devices ................................................................................................................................... 2.6
CONTROLS......................................................................................................SECTION 3
3-1 Control board ................................................................................................................................... 3.2
3-2 Start and stop of machine ................................................................................................................. 3.2
3-3 Access to the electric housing .......................................................................................................... 3.2
3-4 Auto-brake motor............................................................................................................................. 3.4
ADJUSTING THE THICKNESSING UNIT.................................................SECTION 9
9-1 Automatic feed and change of speed ................................................................................................ 9.2
9-2 Powered lifting of thicknessing table ................................................................................................ 9.2
9-3 Adjustment of pressure rollers.......................................................................................................... 9.4
9-4 Rollers on the table .................................................................................................................. 9.4
9-5 Safety guards .................................................................................................................................... 9.4
9-6 Knife adjustment ............................................................................................................................... 9.6
9-6a Substitution of knives ............................................................................................................... 9.8
9-6b Substitution of throwaway tips ........................................................................................ 9.8
9-7 Belt tension adjusting........................................................................................................................ 9.8
9.7.1 Substitution of belts............................................................................................................... 9.10
9-8 Adjusting the chain tension............................................................................................................. 9.10

GENERAL
1.4 SP1 BC_GB1
CMR CARD ....................................................................................................SECTION 18
AUTO-BRAKE MOTOR...............................................................................SECTION 19
MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................SECTION 20
20-1 Machinecleaning ............................................................................................................................ 20.2
20-2 Periodicallubrication ...................................................................................................................... 20.2
20-3 Removal - Storing - Demolition ..................................................................................................... 20.2
20-4 Emergency situations ...................................................................................................................... 20.2
20-5 Trouble Shooting Guide ................................................................................................................. 20.3

SP1 1.5
GENERAL
BC_GB1
1.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTACTING BY MAIL OR PHONE
When writing or telephoning to the dealer or MINI MAX for whatever reason regarding your machine, always
supplythefollowinginformation:
1) Machinemodel
2) Serialnumber
3) Voltage and frequency
4) Purchase date
5) Name of dealer where you have bought the machine
6) Detailed information about the trouble
7) Detailed information concerning the working to be carried out
8) Period of use - Number of working hours
SCM
DivisioeMini MaxSamco
Via Casale, 450
47827 - VILLA VERUCCHIO - ITALIA
Tel.[phone]-679578 - Fax. [phone]
1-2 NOTES FOR THE USER
The handbook desribes all the operations required for normal maintenance of the machine.
Do not carry out any repairs or operations not described in the handbook.
All operations which require the disassembly of machine parts as well as maintenance operations
should only be carried out by authorized technicians.
Please refer to this instruction manual for the correct use of the machine.
Only trained and authorised staff should use and service the machine after having carefully read
this instruction manual.
Safety norms and all general safety regulations should be strictly adhered to.
Keep the handbook for future reference.
NOTES:only use original SCM spares. The manufacturer will not be held responsible for damages caused
bytheuseofcomponentswhicharenottheoriginal ones.Forinformationconcerningtheelectricsystem
always specify the data indicated on the metal plate (fig.1.1) located on the inside of the door giving
access to the electric housing.
FORNIT. Company that carried out the electric system
DATA Date of power unit manufacturing
CODICEDISTINTA Number of electric components bill
N. Wiring diagram number
VOLT RETE Mains voltage for machine supply (V)
VOLT AUX Voltage for auxiliary circuits supply (V)
VOLT FRENO Voltage for motor brake supply (V)
Hz Frequency (Hz)
kW Absorbed power
MACCH. Machine type

GENERAL
1.6 SP1 BC_GB1
1-3 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
Machine data are punched on the metallic plate on the machine frame side.
Mod. Machinemodel
N. Serialnumber
Ref. Internalreference
kg Gross weight
Volt Voltage (Volt)
F Phasenumber
Hz Frequency (Hz)
A. Electric input (Ampere)
kW Installed power
1-4 CONDITIONS FOR USE
Thismachinehasbeendesignedforplaningsolidwoodandwoodbasedpieces;anydifferentuseofthemachine
can cause damages for which the user will be held responsible.
N.B. The machine cannot be used in an environment where explosives are stored.
The machine is designed for use in an industrial environment
DIMENSIONS OF WORKPIECE TO BE PLANED
Max.thickness: 250 mm
Max.length: is not a fixed one. The use of infeed and outfeed table extensions
(not supplied by SCM) and vertically adjustable, is compulsory when
machining workpieces longer than 2000 mm
Max. width: 520 mm
Min.thickness: 3 mm
Min.length: 220 mm
Min.width: 10 mm
1.2

SP1 1.7
GENERAL
BC_GB1
TOOLING
The machine has been designed for the exclusive use of tools conforming to EN847-1 Norms and
suitable for the material to be used and for hand feeding.
The term "hand feeding intends components guided by hand or feeding incorporated in the machine.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The machine can be used in the following environment:
Max.90%humidity
Temperature min. + 1°C, max. 40° C
Height max. 1000 mt. above sea level (if higher please consult manufacturer)
Always connect machine to dust exhaust system which must be of sufficient capacity (see par. 2-4)
The machine can only be run indoors
The machine is designed for use in an industrial environment
The machine cannot be used in an environment where explosives are stored
CONDITIONS FOR USE
*do not use the machine in a different way from the one described above
* do not use the machine without safety guards foreseen for each job neither remove guide parts
* do not use the machine to process different materials from the ones indicated or pieces of
differentdimensionstotheonespreviouslyspecified
* tools must not be used which are not in accordance with EN847-1 norms
* the user will be held responsible for damages due to the wrong use of the machine
* no alterations must be made to the machine
* in case of modifications carried out on the machine, the machine compliance statement is no more valid.
The user is responsible for the damages caused by the worng use of the machine

GENERAL
1.8 SP1 BC_GB1
FURTHER RISKS
In spite of the observance of all safety norms and use of the machine according to instructions
contained in this manual, the following further risks could be encountered:
- contact with tool
- contact with rotating parts (belts, pullies)
- kickback of workpiece or part of it
- danger due to inhaling dust when working without connection to dust exhaust
- danger of contact with parts switched on inside electric box when servicing
1-4A OPERATOR’S TRAINING
All machine operators must be trained for the use, adjustment and operation of the machine.
In particular the operator's training should include:
a) the principles for the right operation of the machine, correct use of safety guards
b) the correct use of the pieces during the working.
c) the position of the hands in relation to the blades before, during and after cutting operations
The operator must be informed about the dangers which can occur during the use of the machine and the
precautions to be taken. Besides this the operator must be trained to carry out periodical tests on guards
and safety devices..
IMPORTANT
The mains switch should be padlocked to avoid tampering with machine and the trained operator will be
authorized to be responsible for the key.

SP1 1.9
GENERAL
BC_GB1
1-5 SPECIFICATIONS
Tablesize .................................................................................................................................. 520x1000 mm
Workingwidth .................................................................................................................................... 520 mm
Max. working height:...................................................................................................................max.250mm
......................................................................................................................................................... min 3 mm
Max. depth of cut in one stroke .............................................................................................................. 8 mm
Min.length .......................................................................................................................................... 220 mm
Min.width............................................................................................................................................. 10 mm
Cutterblock diameter .......................................................................................................................... 120 mm
Dimensions of the 4 knives ....................................................................................................... 35x3x520mm
Cutterblock speed .............................................................................................................................4500 rpm
Steplessly-variablefeedspeed................................................................................................ 5/8/12/18m/min
Auto-brake motor ................................................................................................................................ 5.5 kW
Net weight............................................................................................................................................. 650 kg
Suction hood diameter ........................................................................................................................ 150 mm
Dust exhaust system with air speed at 20 mt/sec. and 1000 cu. mt/h. air consumption must have the following
specifications:
Exhaust air pressure of exhaust air hood of thicknessing planer under table........................................ 745 Pa

GENERAL
1.10 SP1 BC_GB1
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Read out of work thickness
Aut-brake motor
150 mm. diam. exhaust hood
Sectionalpressersinfeed
Powered raising of thicknessing table
Infeed and outfeed protection straps
Knifeadjustmentdevice
4knives
Direct start of main motor
Set of spanners for servicing
Manual zero-star-delta starting
OPTIONAL
Thicknessing table with 2 rollers and 1 top steel roller outfeed
1st Sectional feed roller of steel
Spindle with "TERSA" throw-away knives

SP1 1.11
GENERAL
BC_GB1
1-6 NOISE LEVEL
ATTENTION:
Thenoisevaluesshownindicatelevelofnoiseemissionanddonotnecessarilymeanthelevelnecessaryforsafe
working. Therelationbetweenemissionlevelsandexposelevelsmaynotbeusedtoreliablydeterminewhether
further precautions are required or not. The factors which influence the real exposure level for the operator
includetheexposuretime,theenvironmentconditions,othersoundemissionsourcese.g.thenumberofmachines
and other work being carried out nearby.
Theexposelevelsmaybedifferentfromcountrytocountry. Thankstosuchinformationtheoperator canbetter
evaluate the dangers and risks.
Some factors which reduce the noise exposure are:
- right tool selection
- correct speed selection
- machineandtoolmaintenance
- correct use of protections for ears
Thicknessing planer: SP1
Working: Thicknessing
Reference norm: ISO 3746 + ISO/DIS 7960-95 /C Idle without exhaust In operation
Noise level
dB W (A) [mW (A)] LW 82,5 92,4
Noise level level at operator station
dB (A) [dB max] INFEED 70.3 78,8
Noise level level at operator station
dB (A) [dB max] OUTFEED 72,0 78,4
Constant K = 2 [dB] according to pr EN 860 The values shown above are in a "free field" according to
testing methods foreseen by norms in question.

GENERAL
1.12 SP1 BC_GB1
1.7 SAFETY RULES
1- Carefully read this manual before starting the machine
2- Only trained operators should use the machine
3- Trainingmustincludeinformationregardingdangerswhichmaybeencounteredwhenusingthemachineand
the precautions to be taken
4- Theoperatormustbetrainedregardingthecorrectuseofguardsandsafetydevices. Besidesthistheoperator
must be trained to carry out periodical testing on guards and safety devices.
5- The operator must never leave the machine unattended when it is running
6- The machine has been built to afford the highest degree of safety as well as top performance.
7- Themanufacturerwillnotbeheldresponsibleforanydamageswhichmayoccurduetoalterationsmadeto
the machine by the user.
However final safety depends on you. Any machine tool can be potentially dangerous: do not forget it!
PERSONAL SAFETY
1- The operator must be provided with proper overalls e.g. double leather and synthetic material
overalls (not supplied by Mini Max) to protect him from wood splinters
2- Experience teaches thattherearevariousobjectsona person that can causeinjuries; take offrings,
watches, bracelets; button your sleeves tightly around your wrists, take off ties that could be caught in
several places, tie hair back using caps, elastics or hair pins.
3- Always use glasses, or protective shields for your eyes
4- Use ear protection (ear phones, ear plugs etc.)
5- Use a mask to protect you from dust
MACHINE SAFETY
1- Be extremely careful when starting up any work cycle
2- Before raising thicknessing table, make sure that there are no wood particles on the table
3- Make sure that no parts are on the worktable which are not required
4- Never process workpieces which are too small or too large for the machine.
5- Knives which are not sharp reduce quality of finish and increase danager of kickback of workpieces.
6- Use tools in conformity with EN847-1 norms and suitable for manual feed.
7- Tool adjustment must be carried out when the machine is switched off and using the proper device
(e.g. gauge, comparator)

SP1 1.13
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8- Dusthoodmustalwaysbeconnectedtodustexhaustsystem. Onlystartworkingwhendust exhaustsystem
has been switched on.
9- Working environment must be well lit and with sufficient space for working and servicing, so that there is
no danger for operator and no possibility of slipping.
10- Start work only when cutterblock has reached the correct speed
11- Use roller or extension tables when processing long work pieces.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1- If you stop the machine to carry out adjustments or to disassemble a component, turn the main switch to
zero, indicating this on a card and then padlock the main switch
2- Stopthemachinecompletelybeforeproceedingwithcleaningorbeforeremovingtheguardsformaintenance
operations.
3- Generalcleaningofthemachine(particularlytheworktable)andtheflooraroundthemachineisanimportant
safety factor.
4- Use proper gloves prescribed by safety norms when handling blades or knives.

GENERAL
1.14 SP1 BC_GB1
POSIZIONE OPERATORE
OPERATOR POSITION
POSITION OPERATEUR
STELLUNG DES BEDIENUNNGSMANNES
POSICION OPERADOR
1-8 OVERALL DIMENSIONS

SP1 1.15
GENERAL
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3000
3000
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▲
1000
▲
1000
▲
▲
▼
▲
▼
The measures indicated are to be considered as the free room of the working area.

GENERAL
1.16 SP1 BC_GB1

SP1 2.1
SECTION 2
INSTALLATION
Page
2-1 Machine unloading............................................................................................................................ 2.2
2-2 Machine positioning.......................................................................................................................... 2.2
2-3 Electric connection and earthing....................................................................................................... 2.4
2-4 Connection to the dust suction system ............................................................................................. 2.6
2-5 Safety devices ................................................................................................................................... 2.6

INSTALLATION
2.2 SP1 BCGB2
2-1 MACHINE UNLOADING
Before unloading the machine take off all parts placed on it for packing and transport requirements.
Raise the machine by a cran or other lifting means by hooking the slings as shown in fig. 2.
Avoidjerkingmovementsduringliftingofthemachine.
Makesurethatthecrane,slingropes orforktruck areofthesameweightormorethanthat ofmachine.
Alternativelywhenthemachine is supplied onpalletitcanalso be lifted byforktruck(fig. 2.2) by insertingthe
forks under the base, taking care not to overturn the machine.
2-2 MACHINE POSITIONING
Chooseawelllit position atleast500 LUX)suitable for theelectricconnectionaswell as theconnectiontothe
dust suction system and compressed air system if pneumatic adjustment (optional) has been requested.
Make sure that there is sufficient space around the machine for servicing.
Make sure that the floor is solid: we recommend a concrete floor.
If it is necessary to level the machine insert the 4 screws M12 T.E under feet (P fig.2.2) then adjust the screws
using a 19 mm wrench. We recommend to set steel plates with damping material between screws and floor.
If machine is required to be fastened to the floor insert the pivots of the 2 brackets (S fig.2.2a supplied in the
accessory bag) into the holes on the machine frame then screw down the proper screws M10.
Before starting work carefully remove the grease from work areas and safety guards using a suitable diluent.

SP1 2.3
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2.1
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2.2 2.2a
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