Silca Triax Pro User manual

Operating Manual
Original Instructions
D446001XA
vers. 1.0
EN

(c) 2016 SILCA S.p.A. - Vittorio Veneto
This manual has been drawn up by SILCA S.p.A.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced or circulated by any means whatsoever (photocopies, microlm or other)
without the consent of SILCA S.p.A.
Edition: March 2016
Printed in Vittorio Veneto
by SILCA S.p.A.
Via Podgora, 20 (Z.I.)
31029 VITTORIO VENETO (TV) - Italy
The Manufacturer declines any responsibility for possible inaccuracies in this document due to printing or transcription errors. The Manufacturer
reserves the rights to alter the information without prior notice, except when they affect safety. This document or any of its parts cannot be copied,
altered or reproduced without written authorization from the Manufacturer. Keep the manual and look after it for the entire life cycle of the machine.
The information has been drawn up by the manufacturer in his own language (Italian) to provide users with the necessary indications to use the
key-cutting machine independently, economically and safely.
IMPORTANT NOTE: in compliance with current regulations relating to industrial property, we hereby state that the trade-marks or trade names
mentioned in our documentation are the exclusive property of authorized manufacturers of locks and users.
Said trade-marks or trade names are nominated only for the purposes of information so that any lock for which our keys are made can be rapidly
identied.

INDEX
USING THE MANUAL..................................................................................................................................................... 1
GENERAL WARNINGS................................................................................................................................................... 6
1 MACHINE WORKING PARTS.........................................................................................................................8
1.1 ACCESSORIES PROVIDED ....................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 TECHNICAL DATA..................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.3 SAFETY .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
2 TRANSPORT.................................................................................................................................................12
2.1 PACKING .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
2.2 UNPACKING.............................................................................................................................................................. 13
2.3 MACHINE HANDLING............................................................................................................................................... 13
3 MACHINE INSTALLATION AND PREPARATION .........................................................................................14
3.1 CHECKING FOR DAMAGE....................................................................................................................................... 14
3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS............................................................................................................................. 14
3.3 POSITIONING ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.4 WORK STATION DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................................. 15
3.5 SEPARATE PARTS ................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.5.1 Power cable .................................................................................................................................................. 15
3.5.2 Warning label ................................................................................................................................................ 15
4 MACHINE DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................................................16
4.1 REGULATION AND USE .......................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2 USING THE R29+R28 CLAMP.................................................................................................................................. 17
4.2.1 Clamp R29 for CUTTING DIMPLE and TRACK TYPE KEYS........................................................................ 19
4.2.1.1 Fitting the key ...........................................................................................................................................................19
4.2.1.2 Removing/tting the jaws on clamp R29 ...................................................................................................................20
4.2.2 R28 clamp for ENGRAVING keys and medals .............................................................................................. 21
4.3 FITTING THE CLAMP TO THE MACHINE................................................................................................................ 22
4.4 USING THE CUTTERS ............................................................................................................................................. 23
4.5 CHANGING THE CUTTER/DECODER..................................................................................................................... 24
4.6 USING THE USB PEN............................................................................................................................................... 25
5 TRIAX PRO VERSION UTP ..........................................................................................................................26
6 OPERATING GUIDE.......................................................................................................................................27
6.1 MACHINE KEYPAD AND FUNCTION BUTTONS..................................................................................................... 27
6.2 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 28
6.3 SEARCHES ............................................................................................................................................................... 30
6.3.1 SEARCH BY MAKE ....................................................................................................................................... 31
6.3.2 SEARCH BY CODE, KEY BLANK AND DESCRIPTION ............................................................................... 31
6.3.3 SEARCH BY SILCA SERIAL NUMBER (SSN) .............................................................................................. 31
6.4 LOCK SYSTEM FUNCTIONS (SSN)......................................................................................................................... 32
6.4.1 KEY DECODING............................................................................................................................................ 33
6.4.2 KEY CUTTING ............................................................................................................................................... 34
6.4.2.1 KEY CUTTING BY DECODING ................................................................................................................................34
6.4.2.2 KEY CUTTING BY ENTERING CUTS......................................................................................................................35
6.4.2.3 KEY CUTTING BY CODE .........................................................................................................................................36
6.5 FUNCTION BUTTONS (CUTTING FLOW) ............................................................................................................... 37

6.5.1 MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................................................ 37
6.5.2 USER PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................................... 37
6.5.3 CODE ENTERING ........................................................................................................................................ 38
6.5.4 DECODING DATA ......................................................................................................................................... 38
6.5.5 ENGRAVING FROM CURRENT SSN .......................................................................................................... 38
6.5.6 FAVORITE SERIES LIST UPDATE ............................................................................................................... 40
6.5.7 VIEW SERIES AXIS PARAMETERS ............................................................................................................ 40
6.6 SPECIAL CASES....................................................................................................................................................... 41
6.6.1 CUTTING NOT ALLOWED ............................................................................................................................ 41
6.6.2 DECODING NOT ALLOWED......................................................................................................................... 41
6.6.3 SEARCH BY SSN NOT ALLOWED ............................................................................................................... 42
6.6.4 LIMITED ACCESS TO DATA (PROTECTED SYSTEMS).............................................................................. 43
6.7 PC QUEUE FUNCTION............................................................................................................................................. 44
6.8 ENGRAVING.............................................................................................................................................................. 45
6.8.1 ENGRAVING TEMPLATE PARAMETERS..................................................................................................... 45
6.8.2 FUNCTIONS FOR AN ENGRAVING TEMPLATE.......................................................................................... 46
6.8.2.1 ENGRAVING DEPTH: METHOD’ .............................................................................................................................47
6.8.3 ENGRAVING PROCEDURE.......................................................................................................................... 48
6.8.4 ENGRAVING: SILCA TEMPLATES................................................................................................................ 49
6.8.5 ENGRAVING: USER TEMPLATES................................................................................................................ 50
6.9 MACHINE DATA UPDATE ......................................................................................................................................... 52
6.9.1 Machine software .......................................................................................................................................... 52
6.9.2 USER series................................................................................................................................................... 52
6.9.3 User engraving templates .............................................................................................................................. 53
6.10 USER DATA BACKUP/RESTORE ............................................................................................................................ 54
6.11 UTP UPDATE AND CLOCK SYNCHRONISING ....................................................................................................... 55
6.11.1 DOWNLOAD THE UTP PACKAGE................................................................................................................ 55
6.11.2 SYNCHRONISE MACHINE DATE/TIME (UTP version only)......................................................................... 56
6.12 CALIBRATION FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 57
6.12.1 CLAMP CALIBRATION ................................................................................................................................. 58
6.12.2 CUTTER CALIBRATION................................................................................................................................ 59
6.12.3 ADAPTER CALIBRATION ............................................................................................................................. 60
6.12.4 AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION OF TRACER TOWER DEVICE ....................................................................... 61
6.13 MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................................................... 62
6.13.1 SPINDLE (TEST) ........................................................................................................................................... 62
6.13.2 AXIS MOTORS (TEST).................................................................................................................................. 62
6.13.3 DIGITAL INLETS (TEST) ............................................................................................................................... 62
6.13.4 DIGITAL OUTLETS (TEST) ........................................................................................................................... 63
6.13.5 KEYPAD (TEST) ............................................................................................................................................ 63
6.13.6 DISPLAY (TEST)............................................................................................................................................ 63
6.13.7 SERIAL PORT (TEST) ................................................................................................................................... 63
6.13.8 MACHINE ZEROS ........................................................................................................................................ 64
6.13.9 ARCHIVE MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................................................... 67
6.14 OPTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 68
6.14.1 MACHINE OPTIONS [PAGE 1/5]................................................................................................................... 68
6.14.2 UTP SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................ 69
6.14.3 MACHINE OPTIONS [PAGE 2/5]................................................................................................................... 70

6.14.4 MACHINE OPTIONS [PAGE 3/5]................................................................................................................... 70
6.14.5 MACHINE OPTIONS [PAGE 4/5]................................................................................................................... 70
6.14.6 OEM MODE [PAGE 5/5] ................................................................................................................................ 71
6.15 PROTECTED SSN (DISABLE).................................................................................................................................. 72
7 TRIAX PRO MESSAGES ...............................................................................................................................73
7.1 WARNINGS ............................................................................................................................................................... 73
7.1.1 USB PEN NOT CONNECTED OR WITHOUT REQUIRED DATA................................................................. 75
7.1.2 MESSAGES LINKED TO PRESENCE OR USE OF MOTORIZED CLAMP.................................................. 75
7.2 ERROR MESSAGES................................................................................................................................................. 76
7.2.1 MESSAGES LINKED TO PRESENCE OR USE OF MOTORIZED CLAMP.................................................. 78
7.3 ALARM MESSAGES ................................................................................................................................................. 78
7.3.1 MESSAGES ABOUT SPINDLE ..................................................................................................................... 79
8 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................80
8.1 CLEANING ................................................................................................................................................................ 80
8.2 MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................................................... 80
8.3 TROUBLE SHOOTING.............................................................................................................................................. 81
8.4 ACCESS TO THE UPPER COMPARTMENT............................................................................................................ 83
8.5 ACCESS TO REAR COMPARTMENT ...................................................................................................................... 83
8.6 ACCESS TO BOTTOM COMPARTMENT ................................................................................................................. 84
8.7 BELT REPLACEMENT AND TIGHTENING............................................................................................................... 84
8.8 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES..................................................................................................................... 85
8.9 KEYPAD/DISPLAY REPLACEMENT......................................................................................................................... 87
8.10 SENSOR REPLACEMENT........................................................................................................................................ 88
8.10.1 REPLACING SENSOR FOR LOWER AXIS (Y)............................................................................................. 88
8.10.2 REPLACING SENSOR FOR VERTICAL AXIS (Z)......................................................................................... 89
8.10.3 REPLACING SENSOR FOR UPPER AXIS (X) ............................................................................................. 90
8.11 PHOTOCELL REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................. 91
8.11.1 REPLACING PHOTOCELL FOR LOWER AXIS (Y) ...................................................................................... 91
8.11.2 REPLACING PHOTOCELL FOR UPPER AXIS (X) ....................................................................................... 92
8.11.3 REPLACING PHOTOCELL FOR VERTICAL AXIS (Z) .................................................................................. 93
8.12 ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD REPLACEMENT .................................................................................................. 94
8.13 MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD REPLACEMENT ........................................................................................................... 94
8.14 CHECKING AND REGULATING SAFETY MICROSWITCHES ................................................................................ 95
8.15 SAFETY MICROSWITCH REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................. 96
8.16 REPLACING DECODER 04TT (TRACER TOWER) ................................................................................................. 96
8.17 TRACER TOWER MICROSWITCH REPLACEMENT............................................................................................... 97
8.18 BATTERY REPLACEMENT....................................................................................................................................... 97
9 DISPOSAL......................................................................................................................................................98
10 AFTER-SALES SERVICE...............................................................................................................................99
10.1 HOW TO APPLY FOR AFTER-SALES SERVICE ..................................................................................................... 99
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS
CE DECLARATION

USING THE MANUAL
This manual has been drawn up by the Manufacturer and is an integral part of the machine equipment.
The manual gives information that is compulsory for the operator to know and that makes it possible to use the
machine safely.
OPERATING MANUAL
This operating manual provided with the machine is essential for using the machine properly and performing any
necessary maintenance operations.
The manual must be kept throughout the machine’s working life, including decommissioning. Keep it in a dry
place close to the machine where it is always to hand for the operator.
IT IS OBLIGATORY to read the manual carefully before using the machine.
READERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
This manual must be read and its contents acquired by those who will use it.
MANUFACTURER ID
TRIAX PRO has an ID plate on the back of the machine, showing its serial number.
(*) see chap.9 DISPOSAL
HOW TO APPLY FOR AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Silca provides purchasers of TRIAX PRO with after-sales service.
To ensure total safety for the machine operator, all operations not specied in this manual must be carried out by
the manufacturer or in the special Silca recommended Service Centres.
At the end of this manual you will nd the manufacturer’s address and the addresses of authorized Service
Centres.
The warranty attached to the machine guarantees free repairs or replacement of faulty parts in the 24 months
following purchase.*
All operations must be agreed between the user and Silca or the authorized Service Centres.
* Parts damaged due to careless or wrong use of the machine will null the warranty.
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GLOSSARY SYMBOLS-TERMINOLOGY
To aid clarity, below is a glossary of the commonly used symbols and terms connected with the keys, key-cutting
machine and software.
Such symbols and terms will be used in the manual with reference to this page, but we advise reading the page
before continuing.
GLOSSARY
USB PEN Universal Serial Bus pen
Engraving Function used to engrave keys and medals
Cutter W101, W102, W103, …. The letter indicates the material (W = hard metal), the number its conguration
(draft angle, base of cut, …)
Cutter H101, H102, H103, …. The letter indicates the material (H = HSS), the number its conguration (draft
angle, base of cut, …)
Decoder U101, U102, U103,… Tracer points for decoding (to t in the place of a cutter)
Clamp R29+R28 Clamp provided with the Triax key-cutting machine (key cutting and engraving)
Clamp R2, R3, … Optional clamps for special systems/locks
System/lock Means the set of information pertaining to the key to be cut
E.g.: see examples in symbol table (below)
…… Each dot represents one cut; the number of dots corresponds to the number
of cuts on the key
Tracer Tower A Silca invention comprising a tower system for holding commonly used tracer
points for decoding keys on TRIAX PRO
User/operator Persons assigned to the use of the machine
Make Means the make of cylinder or vehicle for the key to be cut
E.g.: Kaba®* (cylinder make) – Fiat®* (vehicle make)
Silca Serial Number (SSN) Serial number given by Silca to systems/locks. Found in Silca key catalogues
or Silca software programs
Sides Cut sides of the key
Axis A row of cuts on a key
Cutting pitch Distance from the key stop to the centre of the rst cut, or from the centre of a
cut to the centre of the next one
(SC) Data cards
(SR) Series
(TB) Code tables
r/h arrow key - l/h arrow key r/h arrow key - l/h arrow key
Belt cover Top cover
Tool Cutter or decoder
Table 1
(*) are registered trade marks
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TERMINOLOGY
For those who have no experience of keys and key-cutting, below is an illustration of the most frequently used
terms:
KEY TERMINOLOGY (general)
6
7
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
1. Head
2. Neck
3. Stop
4. Blade
5. Tip
6. Back
7. Cuts
8. Engraving area
KEY TERMINOLOGY (software)
SSN*
* Silca Serial Number
SSN*
* Silca Serial Number
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
A
C
B
D
Side A (1st at side)
Side B (1st back)
Side C (2nd at side)
Side D (2nd back)
ATTENTION: anodised aluminium dimple/laser keys, plastic keys or any other key without electrical
conductivity CANNOT BE decoded! For these types of keys digit the cuts directly or enter the indirect
code if the SSN in use allows it.
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NOMENCLATURE OF SYSTEMS-LOCKS INSERTED IN MACHINE
Examples:
• The description “SIP22T5 (2T-8W)” used for a “Fiat®*” System/Lock is made up of a rst part (SIP22T5) which
is the Silca key blank used and a second part (2T) which is the number of grooves on the key and (8W) the
number of its blades.
• The description “8 (4 +4P) 1-200” used for a “Kaba®*” System/Lock is made up of a rst part (8) which is the
name of the system, a second part (4+4P) which is the number of pins on the 2 key-cutting axes and a third
part which gives the indirect cutting code (1-200).
A
Numero di assi o le di pistoncini/perni
L
Indica che la la principale di pistoncini è sul lato Sinistro della chiave
R
Indica che la la principale di pistoncini è sul lato Destro della chiave
P
Numero di pistoncini/perni per ogni asse/la
T
Numero di tracce di tipo Laser
W
Numero di lamelle
pf
Esempio “pf 121” indica “prolo originale 121”
(*) are registered trade marks
GRAPHICS ON MACHINE DISPLAY
SSN (e.g. 16)
Silca Serial Number
(e.g. 8-8) Maximum number of cutting positions for each axis on the key
8(4+4P) SSN description
SSN with protected code table only
SSN with code table enabled
1-200
Indirect cutting codes
KA1
Silca key blank proposed for duplication
KABA
Manufacturer of system and/or applications involved
Silca SSN
SSN protected by password (Locked).
SSN enabled (Released)
An engraving template is associated to the system in question
User-created series
UTP (Unlimited Token Plan)
Table 2
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GRAPHICS IN THE MANUAL
Pay attention Obligation to read
the manual
Symbol on
UTP version
GRAPHICS ON THE TRIAX PRO KEY-CUTTING MACHINE
Do not clean with
compressed air
Obligation to read
the manual
Symbol on
UTP version
Electrical voltage hazard
This sign highlights the electrocution
hazard from direct/indirect
contact with electrical voltage.
Adhesive label
“DANGEROUS MOBILE PARTS”
(provided - see Ch.1.1 )
Adhesive label
Mass - RPM
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GENERAL WARNINGS
TRIAX PRO is designed in observance of the principles of European Standards (CE).
Right from the design stage solutions are adopted to eliminate hazards for the operator at all stages of use:
transport, regulation, use and maintenance.
The materials used for the machine and the components employed in the use of the TRIAX PRO are not hazardous
and make the machine comply with current standards.
Silca S.p.A. has also experimented and applied many technical solutions that allow its key-cutting machines to
optimize the quality of the cut keys.
To ensure these results over time, observe the following instructions:
• Observe the procedures described in this manual;
• Use only Silca Original Tools as they are designed to achieve the best performance of the TRIAX PRO
and quality key-cutting;
• Use Silca key blanks, manufactured in top quality materials;
• Periodically have the key-cutting machine serviced by an authorized Silca Service Centre (list at the
end of this manual);
• Use only Silca Original Spares. Beware of imitations!
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USE
The installation method and proper use of the machine are those laid down by the manufacturer.
Any other use different from that indicated in this manual will null customers’ claims on Silca S.p.A. and may be
a source of unknown hazard for the operator in default or third parties.
ATTENTION: negligent use or the operator’s failure to observe the instructions in this manual are not
included in the warranty conditions and the manufacturer declines all responsibility in such cases.
RESIDUAL RISKS
The TRIAX PRO machine has residual risks in the highlighted
area.
Fig. 5
SAFETY REGULATIONS
• Always disconnect the machine when it is not in use or when maintenance is to be
carried out.
• Periodically check the electrical wiring; if the wires are worn replace them
immediately.
• Always make sure your hands are dry and not oily or greasy.
• Never pull the power lead; make sure it does not come into contact with oil, sharp
objects or heat. Never remove the earth wire from the plug. Make sure the earth wire
is securely connected.
• Do not use the machine in dangerous areas (damp or wet).
• All visitors, especially children, must stand at a safe distance and not come into
contact with the machine and its wiring.
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1 MACHINE WORKING PARTS
Fig. 6
A - tool-locking lever
C - Tracer Tower lever
D - spindle
E - cutter
F - clamp R29-R28
G - upper carriage
H - lower carriage
I - display
J - keypad
K - emergency button
L - IN/OUT port
M - B axis
N - upper axis connector
O - USB port for PC
P - serial port for PC
Q - USB PEN holder
R - tool holder
S - clamp knob
T - vertical carriage
U - lamp
V - safety shield
W - vacuum system connector
X - power socket
Y - fuse holder
Z - ON/OFF switch
Z1- belt cover
Fig. 7
A
C
D
E
F
G
H
I J K L M N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
Z1
Z
Y
X
W
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1.1 ACCESSORIES PROVIDED
TRIAX PRO comes with a set of accessories for use and maintenance (tools, hex keys, fuses ...) held in a special
tool box:
Tool box 1,5 mm hex key 5 mm hex key
Steel bar 2 mm hex key 6 mm hex key
1.6 Amp delayed fuse
(230V)
D904184ZR
2,5 mm hex key 10 mm spanner
2 Amp delayed fuse
D912423ZR
3 mm hex key 13 mm spanner
1 Amp delayed fuse
D909227ZR
4 mm hex key 2,5 mm T-shaped
hex key
4 Amp delayed fuse
D908726ZR
Z4 serial test receptacle
D916661ZR
“SILCA ENGRAVING
PROGRAM” CD
6,3 Amp delayed fuse
D910652ZR
Calibration template
Z5
Adhesive to attach
to tool housing
D937255ZR
8 Amp delayed fuse
D917515ZR
USB PEN
D937449ZR
Adhesive to attach to
safety shield
W500 cutter
D738590ZB
Tracer point U103
D911108ZR
Bent brush
D906935ZZ
W101 cutter
D709238ZB
Calibration pin
D904174ZR
Serial cable
D909281ZR
W146 cutter
D734267ZB
USB-USB cable
D929095ZR
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1.2 TECHNICAL DATA
Power supply:
230V - 50Hz
100V - 50/60Hz
Maximum absorbed power:
230V: 1 Amp. 230 Watt
100V: 2.5 Amps. 250 Watt
Cutter motor:
Brushless Motor 48V - 200W
Cutters:
Usable
Tool speed:
6000-19000 rpm
Movements:
on 3 axes with ball screws activated by step motors on rectied roller guides.
Clamp:
R29+R28 removable
- R29: provided with 01J-02J jaws for copying dimple/laser keys
- R28: for engraving
Runs:
lower axis Y 57 mm
upper axis X: 32 mm
vertical axis Z: 30 mm
Dimensions:
width: 450 mm
depth: 600 mm
height: 510 mm (with shield raised 680 mm)
Mass:
Kg. 51.5
Noise rating:
sound pressure Lp (A) =dB(A) 77 (cutting steel keys)
brass dimple keys Leq. (A) = dB(A) 68.2
nickel silver dimple keys Leq. (A) = dB(A) 72.9
nickel silver laser type keys Leq. (A) = dB(A) 70.4
steel laser type keys Leq. (A) = dB(A) 72.3
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1.3 SAFETY
• Safety shield
The transparent safety shield is designed to cover the working parts and make them as safe as possible.
The shield must be raised to t keys to be cut or to perform other operations on the machine.
Raising the shield, controlled by microswitches, deactivates the operational functions and movements, including
those for the cutter, and signals that the shield has not been lowered with a special message on the machine
display.
To activate the work cycle, close the shield and press the START key on the machine keypad.
• Emergency Stop
In the event of malfunctioning or a hazard for the operator the machine can be stopped immediately by pressing
the red emergency button on the right-hand side.
When the cause of the emergency has been eliminated, release the button by turning it 45° clockwise.
ATTENTION: it is the operator’s task to keep the area around this button completely free so that it can be
reached and activated as quickly as possible.
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2 TRANSPORT
The key-cutting machine is easily transported and its handling does not involve any special hazards. It can be
packed and transported manually by 2 (or more) persons.
2.1 PACKING
The packing for the TRIAX PRO machine ensures that during transport the machine and all its components are
safe and protected.
The packing comprises a pallet base on which the machine stands and is secured, and a cardboard cover.
The machine is secured to the base with screw brackets that stop the load from sliding during transport, which
could damage the safety shield in particular.
When the packing is closed it is held by two straps that tie the cardboard box rmly to the pallet.
The symbols on the outside of the cardboard box give transport instructions.
ATTENTION: keep the packing to use when re-locating the machine.
Keep dry Handle with care Up Do not use hooks
ATTENTION: when transporting the machine, use the original packing and secure the machine with the
special brackets.
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2.2 UNPACKING
To remove the machine from its packing:
1) Cut the straps and remove.
2) Raise the top part of the cardboard box.
3) Loosen the screws xing the front and rear brackets holding the machine to the pallet.
4) Use the special key to loosen the nuts on the feet by a couple of turns.
5) Remove the metal brackets and tighten the nuts on the feet.
6) Check the contents of the packing:
- 1 TRIAX PRO key-cutting machine
- 1 Machine documentation: operating manual, spare parts list, expert guide and warranty form
- 1 Power lead
- 1 Tool box
2.3 MACHINE HANDLING
Once removed from the packing place TRIAX PRO directly on a workbench; the operation should be carried out
by at least 2 persons.
ATTENTION: when lifting the machine take hold of the base only (Fig. 8). Never lift the machine by holding
onto the keypad support (Fig. 9).
Fig. 8 Fig. 9
YES NO
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3 MACHINE INSTALLATION AND PREPARATION
It is the customer’s task to install the machine, which does not require special skills.
The key-cutting machine is supplied ready for use and does not need assembling; however, the machine should
be checked and prepared for use.
3.1 CHECKING FOR DAMAGE
TRIAX PRO is a solid compact machine which will not break if transport, unpacking and installation are carried
out according to the instructions in this manual. In any case check the condition of the machine.
3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
To use the key-cutting machine efciently the following environmental parameters are important: environments
with high humidity and poor air circulation are not advisable.
The optimum environmental conditions for the machine are:
temperature 10°C to 40°C; relative humidity: approx 60%
3.3 POSITIONING
Follow the procedure described below:
1) Place the key-cutting machine on a horizontal work bench solid enough to take its weight (51.5 Kg) and big
enough to allow comfortable access to the working parts. The work bench should be at the same height as the
operator’s hips. We recommend leaving a clearance of at least 30 cm at the back and sides of the machine to
ensure good ventilation (Fig. 10).
2) Take the USB PEN from the tool holder and insert into its port.
3) Make sure the mains voltage is suitable for the machine and that it has an earth connection and differential
switch.
4) Connect the power lead to the socket and plug.
100/120 cm
30 cm
30 cm
30 cm
Fig. 10
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