INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Update Wire 487 From the Machine Control Board 4
Install the Z-Axis Brake Cable 6
Remove the Existing Z-Axis Motor 10
Install the Replacement Z-Axis Motor with Brake 13
Verify the Installation 15
Update Wire 487 From the Machine Control Board
1. Power on the machine and the PathPilot controller.
a. Turn the Main Disconnect switch to ONon the side of the electrical cabinet.
b. Twist out the machine's red Emergency Stop button, which enables movement to the machine axes and
the spindle.
c. Press the Reset button.
d. Bring the machine out of reset and reference it.
2. Jog the X-axis to about the middle point of travel (12 in.).
3. Jog the Y-axis about 24 in. in the positive direction.
4. Jog the Z-axis down to the end of travel.
5. Remove any cutting tools from the spindle.
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard: You must power off the machine before making any electrical
connections. If you don't, there's a risk of electrocution or shock.
6. Power off the machine and the PathPilot controller.
a. Push in the machine's red Emergency Stop button, which removes power to motion control.
b. From the PathPilot interface, select Exit.
c. Turn the Main Disconnect switch to OFF on the side of the electrical cabinet.
d. Remove the power plug(s) from the wall outlet. If your system is hardwired, isolate the machine by
opening its circuit breaker(s).
e. Follow correct lockout/tagout procedures.
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TD10801: Installation Guide: 24R Z-Axis Brake Retrofit Kit (0722A)
