TigerStop AutoLoader User manual

AutoLoader
User Manual

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SAFETY FIRST!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING: Installation of your TigerStop® Product must be done by a person trained in the safe design and installation of
automation products, and in the safe operation of power equipment. Ensure that such installation meets all legally required
safety requirements and guidelines, and that proper guarding and safety devices are provided on all sides of the equipment to
preclude unintended access during operation. Consult with and follow the recommendations of a qualified safety engineer.
WARNING: TigerStop® Products are components intended for use in conjunction with potentially dangerous machinery.
The use of TigerStop® Products does not make other machinery safe. TigerStop® Products are not intended to substitute,
in any manner, for safe operating practices in general, or for safety features present in other machines designed to make
those machines as safe as possible. TIGERSTOP® PRODUCTS, IF USED OR INSTALLED IMPROPERLY, MAY CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH AND SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY PERSONS TRAINED IN THEIR SAFE OPERATING
PROCEDURES. Illustrations of TigerStop® Products in use do not show, and are not intended to show, all safety features and
practices necessary for their safe operation.
WARNING: TigerStop® Products must be installed in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Only personnel
properly trained in the safe design and installation of automation machinery and related power equipment should install
TigerStop® Products onto other equipment, to ensure a safe and proper work station. TigerStop® Products should not be
operated without proper training, both in the operation of TigerStop® Products, and in the operation of related equipment.
IMPORTANT CAUTION:
The motor box (compartment) contains DC voltage with potentially FATAL amperage. NEVER attempt any unauthorized actions
inside the motor box.
WARNING: Using a TigerStop® interconnect does not relieve you of the responsibility for making sure that your saw or other
tool has all the necessary safety equipment in place. All installations must meet all legally required safety requirements and
guidelines. Installation and training should be done following the recommendations of a qualified safety engineer.
DANGER: This machine can start, move and stop automatically. Keep hands and loose clothing clear of moving parts while
operating. Moving parts can crush and cut. When used with a saw or other cutting equipment, bodily injury and death may result
if operated without safety guards on all machines. Do not operate with guards removed. Operators must wear adequate eye and
ear protection.
GENERAL WARNINGS
INSTALLATION WARNINGS
INTERCONNECTS
OPERATION

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT.
DANGER! Don’t get pinched by the push feeder. Keep your hands away when in motion!
Keep the work area clean and well lighted to avoid accidental injury.
Do not operate near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres!
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole
receptacles that accept the tools plug for 120VAC. Use only 5-wire cords and plugs
when using 3 phase.
Do not open motor compartment or controller keypad. DC Voltage with potentially
FATAL amperage! Disconnect power before servicing. No user-serviceable parts inside.
DO NOT operate this or any machine under the influence of drugs or alcohol!
No one should operate this machine except for fully qualified personnel.
READ THE MANUAL!
Do not use TigerStop® machines in a dangerous environment. Using power tools in damp
or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution.
Wear proper apparel, no loose clothes, long hair or jewelry which could get pulled into
moving machinery or materials. Wear non slip footwear, safety glasses, ear protection
and a dust mask.

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Table of Contents
1 Contact Us
2 AutoLoader Overview
3 AutoLoader Operation
3 Air Supply
3 Load Capacity
3 Operating Procedure
4 Kill Line
5 Troubleshooting

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TigerStop technical support on the web, including manuals and videos:
TigerStop customer service and technical support by email:
TigerStop customer service and technical support by phone:
Contact Us
https://www.tigerstop.com/service-center/
[e-mail] (Americas, Australia)
[e-mail] (Europe)
1 [phone] (Americas, Australia)
00 31 546 575 171 (Europe)

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AutoLoader Overview
Trough
AutoLoader Anatomy
Front
Back
Linkages
3’ or 6’ Tables
Justification Mark Bracket
1’ table
AutoLoader Station Arms
Relay Box
Loading Station Arm Dogs
Pneumatic Cylinder
Material Present Sensor
Material Present Sensor
Flow Control Knob on
Pneumatic Cylinder

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AutoLoader Operation
Load CapaCity
operating proCedure
1. Power the system.
2. Make or load a list in the TigerStop® Standard Controller or TigerTouch.
3. Start the list.
4. Enter the stock length into the TigerStop®Standard Controller or TigerTouch. If equipped with a defect
scanning pusher foot or TigerMeasure skip this step.
5. The positioner moves to the loading position and the AutoLoader’s dogs begin pushing forward.
6. Load the first stock into the 5th position (farthest out from the loading table).
7. Wait for the dogs to move the stock forward one position and load the next piece/bundle. Repeat until
either stock reaches the loading positon on the table or all stock is loaded.
8. The positioner and tool process the stock and reset. AutoLoader moves the next stock into the loading
positon. This step repeats until either the list is complete or the AutoLoader runs out of material.
9. Load more stock, as needed.
Never exceed the 500 lb (226 kg) total weight limit.
The AutoLoader can handle 5 parts or bundles weighing up to 100 lbs (45 kgs) each.
Minimum Air Pressure 80 psi (550 kPa)
air SuppLy

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AutoLoader Operation
The kill line is a red cable stretching the entire length of the saw
system.
Pulling the kill line triggers an emergency stop.
Pull the blue knob under the kill line switch until it clicks to reset.
If the blue knob won’t lock into place, adjust the kill line
tension.
KiLL Line
Kill Line Tension
If the blue knob on the kill line switch won’t
lock into place, adjust the kill line tension with
the tension plate eye bolt.
At proper tension, the black tab sits near the
center of its green band and the blue knob
locks into place; exposing its own green band.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
Stock pivots horizontally when
pushed by dogs. Station Arm tracks clogged. Clear out debris in the tracks with an air gun.
AutoLoader dogs drag during
movement.
Pneumatic cylinders are moving at
dierent rates.
Each cylinder has a flow control
knob. Turn the knobs on each
cylinder that is out-of-sync. Ensure
all cylinders are moving at the same
rate.
Positioner does not engage when
stock is in loading position.
Material Present Sensor (located
under the table at the second station
arm) does not detect stock in the
loading position.
Place stock in the loading position.
Slide the sensor on its rails until the
sensor light illuminates.

• Made in USA from domestic and foreign components.
Product Max Load
Push
Power
Requirement
Working
Length
Drive Type Accuracy
32mm Belt
Steel Reinforced
110 Vac +/- .008”
+/- 0.2mm
8’ - 20’
2.4m - 6m
Stop Only
3/4”
Hi-Lead Screw
110 / 240 Vac +/- .003”
+/- 0.08mm
51” or 70”
1.29m - 1.77m
Stop Only
32mm Belt
Steel Reinforced
110 / 240 Vac +/- .004”
+/- 0.1mm
4’ -30’
1.2m - 9.1m
90lbs/41kg
Solid Tables
180lbs/81kg
Roller Tables
720lbs/327kg
Roller Tables
300lbs/136kg
Solid Tables Rack & Pinion
110 / 240 Vac +/- .008”
+/- 0.2mm
12’ - 108’
3.7m - 32.9m
75mm Belt
Steel Reinforced
110 / 240 Vac +/- .008”
+/- 0.2mm
12’ - 42’
3.7m - 12.8m
110 / 240 Vac +/- .008”
+/- 0.2mm
12’ - 108’
3.7m - 32.9m
400 - 480 Vac
+/- 0.1 º
+/- .012”
4’ - 30’
1.2m - 9.1m
110 / 240 Vac
208 / 480 Vac
208 / 480 Vac +/- .012”
+/- 0.3mm
8’- 108’
2.4m - 32.9m
8’ - 108’
2.4m - 32.9m
208 / 480 Vac +/- .012”
+/- 0.3mm
8’ - 108’
2.4m - 32.9m
SawGear
TigerFence
TigerStop
TigerRack
TigerTurbo
HeavyDuty 2
TigerSaw 1000
TigerSaw 2000
TigerSaw MiterXL
AutoLoader
490lbs/222kg
Solid Tables
2100lbs/952kg
Roller Tables
5x100 LBS
5x45.36 KG
350lbs/159kg
Solid Tables
840lbs/381kg
Roller Tables
Rack & Pinion
32mm Belt Steel
Reinforced or
Rack & Pinion
32mm Belt Steel
Reinforced or
Rack & Pinion
32mm Belt Steel
Reinforced or
Rack & Pinion
Pneumatic N/A
COMPARISON CHART
TigerStop Product
TigerStop USA
12909 NE 95th Street
Vancouver, WA 98682
P: 360.254.0661 • F: 360.260.0755
TigerStop Europe
Bedrijvenstraat 17 NL-7641 AM Wierden
Nederland
P: +31.546.57.51.71
2 AA
Battery
+/- .008”
+/- 0.2mm
0’ - 20’
0m - 6m
Caliper
TigerSPC N/A
490lbs/222kg
Solid Tables
2100lbs/952kg
Roller Tables
490lbs/222kg
Solid Tables
2100lbs/952kg
Roller Tables
490lbs/222kg
Solid Tables
2100lbs/952kg
Roller Tables