tornos ROBOBAR MSF-522/6 Reference guide

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ROBOBAR MSF–522/6
ROBOBAR MSF–522/8
ROBOBAR MSF–832/6 300286 E
Printed in Switzerland
Copyright (c)1999–2001
SAFETY REGULATIONS
TORNOS SA
CH–2740 MOUTIER
http://www.tornos.ch
∆ATTENTION !
Before handling the machine, read
first these regulations.

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These instructions are based on the information available at the moment of
their publication. Although the very best has been done to make them as com-
prehensive and precise as possible the instructions do not purport either to
cover all details of the hardware and software or to anticipate every contin-
gency.
TORNOS S.A. neither give any guarantee nor accept any liability for the exac-
titude and the sufficiency of the information contained in this document.
The contents of the instructions remain the property of TORNOS S.A. who
reserve the right to modify, complete or correct them at any time.
Important Safety Indications
These instructions indicate a number of safety measure symbols which
appear also on the machine and are intended to protect the user, his/her
effects and the environment from injuries and damage as applicable.
Below, you will find the safety symbols, their headings and definitions. Please,
read these first before you continue.
∆Danger !
indicates a direct danger of death or serious injury.
∆Warning !
indicates an object or action which may cause death or serious
injury.
∆Attention !
indicates an object or action which may cause injury or serious
damage.
The original language of the instructions to be referred to is French. The haz-
ards of misinterpreting the instructions can be considerably reduced by
following the training courses organized and offered by TORNOS S.A.
The CE-marking indicates conformity with the European standards
of safety, health, environment and protection.
∆Caution !
indicates incorrect actions or such that may cause damage.
⊗Prohibition !
indicates an action or operation prohibited because of evident or
alleged hazards.
⇒Info :
gives information or comment related to safety.
Note that
⇒Note :
gives information unrelated to safety.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. GENERAL RULES FOR ALL USERS 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. INSTALLATION OF THE BARFEEDER 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTICES 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. ORDER – CLEANLINESS – MAINTENANCE 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. SAFETY MEASURES AND DEVICES 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1 PROTECTIVE GUARDS FOR PERSONS 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Inspection of Protective Guards 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 GUARDS 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3 MAIN SWITCH 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4 ELECTRIC CABINET OR LIVE ELEMENT 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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6.5 EMERGENCY STOP AND CONTROL PANEL 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5.1 Emergency stop 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7. WHAT TO DO BEFORE ANY REPAIR OR SERVICE 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1 INTERVENTION IN THE CONVEYING ZONE 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8. PRECAUTIONS IN OPERATING MODE 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.1 WITHDRAWAL OF THE OILPAN 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2 BAR LOADING 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3 REMNANT RECEPTACLE 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. FIRE PREVENTION 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. SCRAPPING 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SAFETY REGULATIONS
1. INTRODUCTION
All barfeeder users such as
– owners,
– managers, operators, setters, programmers, foremen, mechanics,
– installators, maintenance and service staff or any other person in related
function
must read and strictly follow
–the safety regulations in this document
–the regulations regarding the machine on which the barfeeder is
installed
These regulations also pertain to options, components, installations, attachments and systems related to the barfeeder.
∆Warning ! FAILURE TO COMPLY
WITH THESE REGULATIONS MAY
CAUSE SERIOUS ACCIDENTS.

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2. GENERAL RULES FOR ALL USERS
∆Warning !
In order to avoid accidents, observe the following :
– Read and follow the instructions delivered with the barfeeder and the
machine. The only persons authorized to work with the machine are those
who have mastered the operation and are familiar with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
– Operate the barfeeder in perfect condition only.
Remedy immediately any safety or functioning deficiency.
– Check the functioning and perfect state of safety devices.
– Report any anomaly to your superior or another person in charge.
Warn the other users of the barfeeder.
– Make sure each time you start the machine that nobody hidden from sight
is working on the machine
– Never put your hands or position other parts of your body within or next
to the range of action or movement of the mechanical elements.
– Keep the machine and its environment clean.
– Carry out the maintenance works according to the instructions entitled
INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE.
⊗Prohibition !
Never deactivate safety devices ! They must be operational at all
times.
– A protective footwear is recommended (bar handling and fall).
– Wear protective gloves for the work on the machine or barfeeder, such as
manual bar loading, cleaning, maintenance, etc.
3. INSTALLATION OF THE BARFEEDER
∆Attention !
The installation of the barfeeder on a machine must be effected by a
qualified and trained person.
∆Warning !
In case of use of a laser centering device, the beam must never be
aimed at the eyes.

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTICES
– Operating instructions and notices, delivered by the manufacturer with the
machine or at a later date, must be brought to the knowledge of all persons
working on the machine or in whatever manner responsible for it.
– These persons must read the instructions and follow them strictly.
– The instructions must be regularly updated and kept in a clean place.
Anybody likely to work on the machine must have a ready access to the
instructions.
5. ORDER – CLEANLINESS – MAINTENANCE
∆Warning ! Order and cleanliness around the machine are important
measures for the safety. Slipping is dangerous and can entail injuries.
– Clean regularly the floor around the machine.
– Remove stains of grease, oil etc.
– Do not leave tools or other items to lie around on the shop floor or any
workplace.
– Antislip covering of the shop floor is recommended.
– Clean regularly the barfeeder inside.
– Maintain regularly all elements of the machine according to manufactur-
er’s instructions for accident-free operation
6. SAFETY MEASURES AND DEVICES
6.1 PROTECTIVE GUARDS FOR PERSONS
∆Danger ! The barfeeder must not work with doors and protective
guards open. Before each turning on or startup of the machine,
make sure that all doors, access panels and other sliding or
removable guards are properly closed.
⇒Info : Check regularly the safety devices !
A qualified and specially designated person must inspect periodically all
safety measures and devices against the manufacturer’s documenta-
tion.
6.1.1 Inspection of Protective Guards
– The guards must be complete and in good condition.
– The guards and their safety devices must be clean.
– The barfeeder and machine with a sliding guard open must not start.

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6.2 GUARDS
Description
– Fixed guards in steel sheet
– Upward opening guards with see–through parts before the conveying
zone
∆Attention !
The opening of the doors entails the immediate stop of the machine
and the barfeeder
Components
1010 Guard of stacker drive
1020 Rear guard
1030 Rear door
1040 Front door
1050 See–through guards for the conveying zone
1060 Electric cabinet
1070 Operator control panel
1080 Remnant receptacle
1090 Handle for the withdrawal of the oilpan and of the stock reel
1100 Zone of bar loading
1020
1010 1030 1050 1040
1060
1070
1090
1080 fig. 1

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6.3 MAIN SWITCH
∆Danger !
Before repairs, maintenance works or any other activity on the barfe-
eder, turn Main Switch QS0 off and lock it with padlock(s) 1(see Fig. 2).
TURNING OFF AND LOCKING THE MAIN SWITCH
What to do ? How & Notes
Turn the button of the main switch
of the machine on 0:
(see fig. 2)
Position the arrow of the button on
0.
Fit Padlock(s) Cin the opening(s)
provided for this purpose: ... ... according to local regulations.
6.4 ELECTRIC CABINET OR LIVE ELEMENT
∆Danger !
Only a qualified person is authorized to intervene inside the electric
cabinets or on an electric element.
– Turn off and lock the main switch of the machine
– Follow the electric regulations in force with all interventions.
Should the electric regulations be disregarded, TORNOS declines any
liability for the damages.
QS0
C
fig. 2

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6.5 EMERGENCY STOP AND CONTROL PANEL
Components
SB1 Emergency stop pushbutton
1070 Operator control panel
SA9 SB6 SB9 SB8 SB7 SA8 SB3 SA2 SB5 SB1
fig. 3
SB1
6.5.1 Emergency stop
Emergency stop pushbutton SB1 is a mushroom-like pushbutton with a lock.
It is located on operator control panel according fig. 3.
⇒Information :
The emergency stop of the barfeeder is directly connected to the emer-
gency stop of the machine. They ensure both the same function.
Emergency stop operation
When you press the emergency stop, all elements of the machine and of the
barfeeder will instantaneously come to a halt except for the air conditioning
of the electric cabinet.
Once pressed, the emergency stop sets all controls out of operation.
Emergency stop inspection
⇒Information :
Check regularly the emergency stop operation.
Restarting after emergency stop
RESTARTING MACHINE AND BARFEEDER
To start with: after having activated the emergency stop pushbutton
What to do ? How & Notes
Remedy the cause of the stop. See also overleaf.
Unlock the activated pushbutton. Turn the pushbutton clockwise.
Restart the machine and the bar–
feeder Consult the instruction entitled USER INTERFACE OPERATION

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7. WHAT TO DO BEFORE ANY REPAIR OR SERVICE
∆Danger !
Stop and switch off the machine before any intervention on the
bar–feeder!
Do not turn off Main Switch QS0 if the maintenance works require elec-
tric power. Only qualified and trained staff is authorized to take action
on the machine with the main switch QS0 engaged ! (See Fig. 1 and 2,
main switch)
CONDITION BEFORE ANY INTERVENTION
What to do ? How & Notes
Stop the machine
Follow the usual procedure accord-
ing to instruction “USER INTER-
FACE OPERATION” of the
machine
CUT OFF ALL POWER
SOURCES when the machine is completely
stopped
Turn off Main Switch QS0 of the
machine and lock it with Padlock(s)
C.
On the side of the machine, see
fig. 2
7.1 INTERVENTION IN THE CONVEYING ZONE
∆Warning !
When intervening in the conveying zone, after a breakdown and/or just
after the stop of the barfeeder (and of the machine) take care to the
possible heating of certain elements.
8. PRECAUTIONS IN OPERATING MODE
8.1 WITHDRAWAL OF THE OILPAN
In order to effect certain operations of maintenance and starting on the
spindles of the machine, it is necessary to be able to withdraw the oilpan of
the barfeeder
What to do ? How & Notes
Stop the machine
Follow the usual procedure accord-
ing to instruction “USER INTER-
FACE OPERATION” of the
machine
CUT OFF ALL POWER
SOURCES when the machine is completely
stopped
Turn off Main Switch QS0 of the
machine and lock it with Padlock(s)
C.
On the side of the machine, see
fig. 2
Withdraw the oilpan by hand ∆Warning ! Wear gloves and
make sure that the floor is not
slippery.
8.2 BAR LOADING
∆Warning !
The loading of the bars into the barfeeder requires the wearing of
gloves and if necessary the use of an adequate lifting means.
8.3 REMNANT RECEPTACLE
∆Warning ! The remnant receptacle must be emptied regularly in order
to avoid that remnants accumulate and fall on the floor.
Wear gloves and safety shoes.

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9. FIRE PREVENTION
– Keep any form of fire at least 1 meter from the machine and the barfeeder
(including sparks and cigarettes).
– Carry out daily maintenance according to instructions.
– The machine and the barfeeder must work within the scope for which they
have been conceived.
– It is advisable to use a room of the workshop to equip it with a fire alarm
system.
RISKS DUE TO INFLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIAL
∆Warning !
If the machine works with pyrophoric elements, it must be fitted with a
fire monitoring device and a fire control equipment.
When in doubt, please contact TORNOS.
Daily fire prevention
∆Caution !
Carry out the following daily fire prevention measures :
– Pay attention to excessive noise and vibrations.
– Make sure that coolant is distributed correctly and sufficiently and that dis-
tribution openings are not obstructed.
– Make sure that the guards are correctly closed and that no oil leaks out.
Recommandations in case of smoke or mist emission
∆Caution !
Respond rapidly and stop machine and barfeeder if you state any of
the following :
– Vapor and mist spread in your workshop.
– Cutting action or an electric element produces sparks.
10. SCRAPPING
The scrapping of the barfeeder must comply with environmental standards in
force in the respective country.
Particular heed must be paid to:
– lubrication oils
– batteries
– electronic elements
which will be recycled.