Weco Edge 580 User manual

Dear Customer,
You have purchased an Edge 580 - Edge 550 edger and all the team at Weco would like to thank you for this
mark of your confidence.
The Edge 550 is a laboratory machine designed for opticians and is used for edging spectacle lenses.
Connected to an external server, the edger receives data relating to the assembly (shape).
We advise you to read this manual carefully and keep it near the machine in order to be able to refer to it
easily.
The information contained in this manual does not form a contract and can be modified without notice. This
document has been prepared with great care, but some unintentional errors or omissions may occur,
although every effort has been made to avoid them. Weco cannot, in any circumstances, be held responsible
for any possible operating defects that might result from such errors or omissions.
WECO DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE EDGE 580 - EDGE 550 IF THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE NOT RESPECTD

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Different graphic codes have been used in this manual to allow the user to distinguish between different types of
information and easily spot the items which demand special attention (connected with safety, for example).
The table below lists all the codes and describes them :
TABLEAU 1: DESCRIPTION OF THE PICTOGRAMS
Graphic
code Signification
Vital warning: risk of human injury or material damage and machine malfunctionning.
Follow the instructions with care.
Vital recommandation: risk of machine damage and malfunctionning.
Follow the instructions with care.
Vital preliminary action
Before undertaking any action, check that the machine is unplugged.
Electrical danger
Heavy component
In particular, a second person is necessary to carry and move the machine.
Turning component
In particular, take care not to put your hands anywhere near the set of wheels.
Clamping component
In particular, beware of the clamping shafts closing.
Wearing of gloves is compulsory.
Especially for cleaning and changing the tanks.
Wearing of protective goggles is compulsory.
Especially for cleaning and changing the tanks.

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Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipments (Applicable in
the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Wearing of overalls is compulsory.
Especially for cleaning and changing the tanks.
TABLEAU 1: DESCRIPTION OF THE PICTOGRAMS
Graphic
code Signification

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INSTALLATION .............................1
Unpacking the machine 1.11
Removing external clamps 1.13
Removing the motor clamping screws
Removing the shipping rails 1.15
Handling the covers 1.17
Removing the covers
Replacing the covers
Removing the internal clamps 1.19
Removing the set screws
Preparing the bench 1.21
Machine dimensions
Floor space and drilling required
Water connections 1.23
Specifications
Pipe connections
Electrical connections 1.27
Specifications
Edger wiring
Starting the edger 1.29
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................2
Safety 2.33
Operator
Machine
Useful hints 2.35
UTILIZATION................................3
Presentation 3.39
Presentation of the machine
Presentation of the application screen
General principles of use 3.45
Usual procedure
Calling up a job
Starting / Interrupting an edging cycle
Normal edging cycle sequence
Important notes
When job data are received
During edging of the second lens
Application screen icons 3.51
General
Lens materials
Types of lenses
Finishings
Sub-finishings and associated parameters
Bevel, Mini bevel, Facetting/Chamfering (according to
machine)
Groove
Drilling
Safety-bevels
Polishing
Lens edging
Normal use 3.67
Producing a job with bevel finishing
Producing a job with rimless finishing
Producing a job with groove finishing
Producing a job with drilling finishing
Producing a job with grooving and drilling finishing
Drilling : facts worth knowing
Special cases 3.79
Retouching a lens
Applying an oversize to the lens
Edging the left lens with different parameters from
those of the right lens
Edging several lenses identically
Checking a finishing before the lens is edged
Principle
Presentation
Visualise a finishing
Place a finishing manually
Produce a manual bevel
Produce a manual groove
Feel the lens again
Operating range 3.97
Points to remember
Illustration of finishing limits
Rimless Finishing
Bevel Finishing
Facette Finishing
Inclined groove finishing
Drilling
Conditions
Limits of hole positioning
Limits related to the thickness of the lens
CONFIGURATION....................... 4
Presentation of configuration menus 4.105
Presentation of the configuration menus access screen
Presentation of the personalisation menus access
screen
Configuration of finishing default
parameters 4.107
Presentation
Standard procedure
Saving of the new setting
Limits
Personalisation of pull-down menus 4.111
Presentation
Standard procedure
Saving of the new personalisation
Comments
Button To be defined
Retouch / Oversizing menu
Adjustment of the setting values 4.115
Preliminary remarks
Procedure
Configuration of general operating
parameters 4.117
Presentation
Configuration of the functions
Selecting a dialog language
Selecting novice or expert operating mode
Activating retouch verification
Activating size compensation according to temperature
Activating size compensation according to wheel loading
Activating size compensation according to the bowing/flat-
tening of the frame
Entering a delay before switching to screen stand-by mode
Save the new setting

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MAINTENANCE.......................... 5
Presentation of maintenance menus
5.123
Presentation of the maintenance menus access screen
Presentation of the maintenance screen
Visualize the components 5.125
Task list 5.127
Regular maintenance of the edger 5.129
Changing the swivel adaptor blue pad
Changing the mill bit
Changing the lens feeler tips
Dressing a wheel
Cleaning / replacing the removable visor
Cleaning filters and water tank
Emptying the water tank
Working in partial mode
Preventive maintenance 5.151
Hints
Replacement table for standard parts
Adjustments 5.153
Presentation of the settings menus access screen
Adjusting lens feelers
Adjusting lens sizes
Adjusting the flush of the mill bit
Adjusting the axis with the Alta XL
Adjusting the axis with the tool
Adjusting the touch screen
Consulting the setting values
Consulting the statistics 5.175
Presentation of the statistics menu
Consultation principles
Incident log
The machine's general operating functions
Messages 5.189
Types of messages
List of messages
TESTS........................................ 6
Presentation of test menus 6.201
Presentation of the test menu access screen
Typical Test Screen
Operating principle 6.203
Operating principle of a typical screen
Operation of the other screens
Screen with switch
Screen with micro-switches and photocells
CHEMISTRIE™ .......................... 7
Presentation 7.209
Chemistrie™ job realization 7.211
Edging of the Rx lenses
Edging of the sun lenses
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .. 8
Characteristics 8.215
Technical Specifications 8.217
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1 INSTALLATION

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UNPACKING OF THE MACHINE
#1&2 #3
#4 #5
#6 #10
Keep the case, the
small box and the
pipe near the
machine.

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1.1 UNPACKING THE MACHINE
1.1.1 WARNING
> Ensure that the machine is placed in accordance with the TOP and BOTTOM signs on the box.
> Place the machine on a flat, stable surface.
1.1.2 PROCEDURE
Follow the steps below to unpack the machine :
Flow chart 1-1 : Unpacking of the edger
#1 Place the machine on the floor in its packing with the help of another person.
#2 Cut the two straps on the main carton.
#3 Cut the adhesive tape on the main carton.
#4 Check that the accessories (small box, case and tube) have been supplied,
and keep them close to the machine.
#5 Pull the carton upwards and remove it.
#6 Cut the two straps on the second carton.
#7 Cut the adhesive tape on the second carton.
#8 Pull the second carton upwards and remove it.
#9 Remove the plastic protection from the machine.
#10 With the help of a second person, lift the machine by the rails and place it
on the work bench.
#11 Keep the packaging cartons. We advise you to stock them flat.

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1.2 REMOVING EXTERNAL CLAMPS
> The edger is immobilized with screws which must be removed before the first start-up to avoid
any internal parts being damaged or destroyed.
> Before undertaking any operation, ensure that the machine is switched off : On/Off switch OFF
and mains plug disconnected.
1.2.1 REMOVING THE MOTOR CLAMPING SCREWS
1.2.1.1 CONDITIONS
> Place the machine on the workbench.
> You have space around the machine.
1.2.1.2 PROCEDURE
To remove the motor clamping screws, follow the procedure below :
Flow chart 1-2 : Removal of the motor clamping screw
→ As shown ...
Illustration 1-1 : Removal of the motor clamping screw
#1 With the help of another person, tip the machine towards the front and hold
it carefully.
#2 Unscrew and remove the motor clamping screw using a 17 mm open-ended
spanner.
#3 Reposition the machine on the bench.
#4 Keep the motor clamping screw.
#1
#2

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1.3 REMOVING THE SHIPPING RAILS
1.3.1 CONDITIONS
> Place the machine on the workbench.
> You have space around the machine.
1.3.2 PROCEDURE
To remove the rails, follow the procedure below :
Flow chart 1-3 : Removal of the shipping rails
→ As shown ...
Illustration 1-2 : Removal of the shipping rails
#1 With the help of a second person, tip the machine gently to the rear so as to
have access to the 4 rail fixing screws.
#2 Use a number 8 socket wrench to remove the fixation nut at the front of the
right rail.
#3 With a 13 mm Allen key, take out the fixation screw at the rear of the right
rail and the two fixation screws of the left rail and remove the rails.
#4 Keep the shipping rails with the rest of the packaging cartons.
#3
#2
#1

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1.4 HANDLING THE COVERS
1.4.1 REMOVING THE COVERS
1.4.1.1 WHEN ?
> The machine is clamped during transport to ensure maximum stability. To reach the clamping screws, the
machine covers must be taken off by a technician.
1.4.1.2 HOW ?
To remove the machine cover, follow the procedure below:
Flow chart 1-4 : Removal of the covers
→ As shown ...
Illustration 1-3 : Removal of the covers
1.4.2 REPLACING THE COVERS
⇒To replace the machine covers, follow the above procedure in reverse.
#1 Using the spanner, unscrew the upper cover a quarter turn.
#2 Swing the upper cover forwards and remove it.
#3 Remove the two fixation screws of the rear cover using an Allen
key.
#4 Remove the rear cover.
#2
#1
#4

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Illustration 1-4 : Removal of the internal clamps
#4
#2
#3
=> REMOVAL OF THE TWO LENS FEELING SYSTEM CLAMPING SCREWS
x2 headless Hc screws
#6
OK !
=> UNCLAMPING OF THE CARRIAGE
=> UNCLAMPING OF THE WHEEL UNIT
Unscrew until the carriage
moves freely and add one more
turn of the spanner !
#7
#9
12 mm

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1.5 REMOVING THE INTERNAL CLAMPS
> Before undertaking any operation, ensure that the machine is switched off : On/Off switch OFF
and mains plug disconnected.
1.5.1 REMOVING THE SET SCREWS
> The wheel unit, the carriage and the lens feeling system are immobilized by set screws which must be
removed before the machine is started.
To remove the set screws, follow the procedure below :
Flow chart 1-5 : Removal of the set screws
#1 Remove the machine covers : see Removing the covers.
#2 Unclip and remove the cover of the lens feeling system.
#3 Remove the headless nylon screws with a screwdriver and install them into
their nearby holes.
#4 Remove the cover of the lens feeling system.
#5 Go to the wheel unit clamping screw.
#6 Loosen and remove the clamping screw and the spacer.
#7 Reassemble the clamping screw and the spacer in the hole below the initial
socket so as to keep them in a safe place.
#8 Go to the carriage clamping screw.
#9 Unscrew the carriage clamping screw and free it from the body until the
carriage moves freely. DO NOT REMOVE THE SCREW ! Leave it in place so as
to keep it safe.
#10 Reassemble the machine covers : see Replacing the covers.