Roland ZBX-500 User manual

USER'S MANUAL .....................................
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ZBX-500
MDX-500＊PNC-3200 Safety Cover
MDX-500＊PNC-3200用安全カバー

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Table of Contents
To Ensure Safe Use ..........................................2
About the Labels Affixed to the Unit..............5
How to Read This Manual.............................................8
1 Names of Parts.........................................................9
When using the MDX-500.......................................9
When using the PNC-3200 ......................................9
2 Setting Up .............................................................. 10
3 Connection............................................................. 12
When using the MDX-500.....................................13
When using the PNC-3200 ....................................13
4 Spindle action ........................................................ 14
Specifications .............................................................. 14
Copyright © 1999 Roland DG Corporation

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To Ensure Safe Use
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used improperly.
About and Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or
pets.
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specific meaning of
the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. The symbol at left means
"danger of electrocution."
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The
specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The
symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must
be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol at left means the
power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
Do not disassemble, repair, or
modify.
Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal
operation resulting in injury.
Ground the unit with the ground
wire.
Failure to do so may result in risk of
electrical shock in the even of a mechanical
problem
Do not use with any electrical power
supply that does not meet the
ratings displayed on the MDX-500 or
PNC-3200.
Use with any other power supply may lead
to fire or electrocution.
Do not use while in an abnormal
state (i.e., emitting smoke, burning
odor, unusual noise, or the like).
Doing so may result in fire or electrical
shock.
Immediately switch off the power, unplug
the power cord from the electrical outlet,
and contact your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer or service center.

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Do not use with a damaged power
cord or plug, or with a loose
electrical outlet.
Use with any other
power supply may
lead to fire or
electrocution.
Do not injure or modify the electrical
power cord, nor subject it to
excessive bends, twists, pulls,
binding, or pinching, nor place any
object of weight on it.
Doing so may
damage the
electrical power
cord, leading to
electrocution or
fire.
When not in use for extended
periods, unplug the power cord from
the electrical outlet.
Failure to do so may
result in danger of
shock, electrocution,
or fire due to
deterioration of the
electrical insulation.
When unplugging the electrical
power cord from the power outlet,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage
it, leading to fire or electrocution.
Do not attempt to unplug the power
cord with wet hands.
Doing so may
result in electrical
shock.
Do not connect the power cord with
other electrical loads on a single
electrical outlet.
Doing so may generate heat and cause fire.
If you're using the MDX-500, then
unpacking, installing, and moving
are operations that must be carried
out by four or more persons.
Failure to do so may result in falling of the
unit, leading to injury. (The machine weighs
92 kg (202.8 lb.). )
Install on a stable surface.
Failure to do so
may result in
falling of the unit,
leading to injury.
When opening or closing the safety
cover, grasp the handle with both
hands.
The fingers may be pinched, resulting in
injury.
If you're using the PNC-3200, then
unpacking, installing, and moving
are operations that must be carried
out by two or more persons.
Failure to do so may result in falling of the
unit, leading to injury. (The machine weighs
60 kg (132.3 lb.). )

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Do not use the safety cover if it is
cracked.
If you find a crack, contact your autho-
rized Roland DG Corp. dealer or
service center immediately.
Do not attempt to move with the
MDX-500 or PNC-3200 inserted into
the safety cover.
Breakage of the cover may cause the MDX-
500 or PNC-3200 to fall, resulting in injury.
If you are using the safety cover,
detach the key connector from the
MDX-500 or PNC-3200.
Unintended operation may cause injury.
Do not touch the tip of the blade
with your fingers.
Doing so may result in injury.
If operation continues even after you
open the safety cover, wait until
operation stops.
Doing so may result in injury.
If MDX-500 the MDX-500, do not
insert your fingers between the T-
slot table and the arm or between
the heads and the Z-axis cover.
The fingers may be pinched, resulting in
injury.
Head
Z cover T-slot table
Arm
Perform dry cutting with no cutting
oil.
Such materials can
cause fire.
Do not touch the tool immediately
after cutting operating stops.
The tool may have become hot due to
friction heat and may cause burns if
touched.
Base
XY Table
Head
Z Cover
If PNC-3200 the PNC-3200, do not
insert the fingers between the XY
table and base or between the head
and Z cover.
The fingers may be pinched, resulting in
injury.

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About the Affixed Labels
The following labels are affixed.
The following figure describes the location.
When cleaning, set the power switch
on the unit to OFF.
Failure to do so may result in injury or
electrical shock.
When you're finished,
wash your hands to
rinse away all
cuttings.
Please use a vacuum cleaner to
remove cutting dust.
Do not use any blower like airbrush.
Otherwise, dust spread in the air may harm
your health.
[Right side]
Model name
Rating label
Use a rated power supply.
When using the MDX-500

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[Front]
Handle tool with care.
Do not insert fingers
between the T-slot table
and arms during opera-
tion.
Do not insert fingers
between the head and Z
cover during operation.
When opening or closing
the door, be careful not to
pinch your fingers.

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When using the PNC-3200
: Indicates information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use.
: Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.
In addition to the and symbols, the symbols shown below are also used.
NOTICE
Handle tool with care. Do not insert fingers
between the head and Z
cover during operation.
Do not insert fingers
between XY table and
base during operation.
When opening or closing
the door, be careful not
to pinch your fingers.
[Front]
Model name
Rating label
Use a rated power supply.
[Rear]

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This document describes the installation, connections, spindle operation, and specifications when the safety cover is installed on the
MDX-500 or PNC-3200.
For information about operation of the MDX-500 or PNC-3200, see the respective User’s Manual.
Fasten the spindle, tool, and material securely in place. Failure to do so may lead to faulty operation or breakdown.
NOTICE
Do not operate beyond capacity or subject the tool to undue force. Doing so may lead to faulty operation or
breakdown.
Do not place a load equal to or greater than the following (combined weight of the workpiece and vise) on the
table.
• MDX-500: [0.3G] 12 kg (26.5 lb.) [0.05G] 15 kg (33.1 lb.)
• PNC-3200: 8 kg (17.6 lb.)
When the safety cover is installed on the PNC-3200, the cover at the rear of the machine cannot be opened or
closed, and cleaning the interior is not possible.
About This Manual

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1 Names of Parts
When using the MDX-500
When using the PNC-3200
Chip-cleaning hose
retainer
Access door
Handle
Cover switch cable
ZAD-500S/ZV-500A hose hole
Access door
Handle
Chip-cleaning hose hole
Chip-cleaning hose
retainer
Cover switch cable