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Active digital position readout unit, cont'd

Moving past reference Points Example

The reference points are located near the zero position of The 4 reference points definable can be stored as shown below
the coarse scale in all three axes. for machining a workpiece.

- Operate M t.t (unless LED is already illuminated).

- Operate @ t.y' LEDs (6) and (9) will light up; actual'
value readout blocked.

- Operate @t.t and the two feed buttons on operator o-

control panel if reference marks are to be approched at
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feed rate.

- Move machine axes (slides) beyond reference marks

consecutively by operating feed control lever and rapid
traverse button: actual-value readouts will start counting
from reference mark; LEDs (9) will be extinguished.

Setting the reference Points

(only in 'manual'mode)
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After aligning the machine with the workpiece datum, set
actual-value counters to a reference value, usually zero lref' Use reference point in X and Y
@ for workpiece edges
erence point = zero point of actual-value readout). axes.
Align in spindle longitudinal direction, for example with a
Reference point @l may be assigned to the lst bore in a
bore or workpiece edge, by moving end face of tool into row of bores positioned in chain dimensions.
contact with workPiece.
Reference points @ and @ may be assigned to the central
- Align with reference point (in at least one axis)' bores of boring patterns.
- Operate one of the reference point keys (8).

- Operate El t.t (to zero setpoint readout), key refer-

ence value into setpoint readout (5) on keyboard (l) and Refinding reference points
use [l key to determine sign. Switch on unit and move past reference marks as described

- Operate transfer key (2) of axis just aligned: keyed-in above.

value will appear in actual-value readout. Reference
point in this axis is now stored.
- Repeat this procedure in the other axes.
lf several reference points have been set, the actual-value
readout will show the distance from each reference point
upon operating the associated reference point key.

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 'rctive digital position readout unit, c-ont'd

Positioning
First set at least one reference point with or without refer'
ence mark evaluation. The position readout will count from
the momentary reference Point. -riaSrJ-50
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ln'manual'mode Sl
Use handwheel or pow.er feed to move machine slide(s). trtr tr
Feed motions trtr tr
- Operate 'Feed'keY @. trtr tr-
- Operate both feed buttons on operator panel and rapid
traverse but in addition, if required.
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Automatic positioning o oo @

,odes:'absolute dimensions';
'incremental (chain) dimensions'.
Absolute d imensions: all dimensions, including setpoints, Fig 1

refer to the reference point in the axis concerned.

lncremental (chain) dimensions: each dimension refers to
lmportant
the last previous actual position. Setpoint values will be
keyed in as chain dimensions, but actual-value readouts
lf a 'chain dimension' positioning operation is interrupted
by means of 'stop' button (13), the actual position at that
show absolute dimensions.
point will be the reference point for the next positioning
Starting situation: 'manual' mode, necessary reference operation in chain dimension.
points already set.

Preparing the positioning operation

lf 'REF' lamp (6) still illuminated, operate 'REF' key g, 4,.
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to extinguish LED.
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- Operate mode key E otE. * not on FP1 Fis 3

- Set feed rate o,n operator control panel and operate feed
buttons.
The external axis and direction indicator (Fig 3) is con-
rosltlOnlng nected in parallel with the digital readout unit. lt shows
the operator the direction of feed selected and thus indi-
- Operate CE key (1)
cates which feed control lever has to be moved in what
{not required if previous preset value has already been
direction.
transfered to an actual-value counter).
- Key in setpoint value on keyboard (1 ) in either absolute
or chain dimensions. depending on mode selected.
- Operate transfer key X, Y or Z (21 .
lmportant
- Engage feed control lever in accordance with external
Always move all feed control levers to zero position before
axis and direction indicator (Fig 3): axis will start mov-
any change in mode or operating any of the transfer keys
ing and stop in setpoint position.
X,Y,Z.
- Disengage feed control lever (move lever to middle posi-
tion).
Any positioning operation can be interrupted by means of
El n.t (131. To resume the positioning operation, again
operate transfer key in the axis concerned.
To change the direction of a motion, disengage feed control
t.ver, key in new position and then operate transfer key in
,e axis concerned.

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Active digital position readout unit, cont'd

Tool radius compensation

The active digital readout unit permits tool radius compen'
sations with the aid of keys (10). This requires the input
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of the cufter diameter. !c3Li5E[i
Proceed in the following order:
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- Use keyboard
readout (5).
( l) to key cutter diameter into setpoint
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- Operate t.v E (10) : the control will calculate the cut-
ter radius. This will then appear in setpoint readout (5)
and will be stored automatically.
- Key in setpoint on keYboard (l). @@ @

Operate either E key {10) to add cutter radius or

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( I 0) to subtract cutter radius from setpoint value (5). Etrtr
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- When operating tool compensation keys twice, the full
diameter will be either added or subtracted, for example
for machining the opposite wall of a pocket.
- Transfer to actual-value counters and automatic position'
11 12 Fig 1
ing as described above.

Fault diagnosis
ln the event of faults or defects, the active digital readout
unit will automatically give diagnosis readouts.

- Measuring system defective:

associated actual-value counter will start flashing. To
cancel diagnosis readout, switch off power supply,
remedy fault and restart the unit-

- Defect in electronics:
LEDs above reference point keys will light up.
To cancel diagnosis readout, switch off power supply.
lf fault diagnosis reappears after switching off and on
again, return digital readout unit for repair (state LEDs
lighting up).

- Positioning error:
if feed control lever is moved in wrong direction for a
selected positioning operation. the feed motion will be
switched off after 200 pm. Actual-readout (7) will show
'u'symbols.
To cancel diagnosis readout, operate E4 t.v, then rnove
feed control lever in correct direction.

Caution
Never remove or insert plugs while unit is energized.

Additional setup and maintenanpe instructions, as well as

examples of operating the unit, will be found in the oper'
ator's manual supplied with the digital position readout
unit.

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Printed in the Fedaral Republic of Germany
 \ctive digital position readout unit

Electronic linear measuring and positioning system for

automatic slide motions to preselected positions in absolute
and incremental (chain) dimensions.
inition of 4 reference points; storage of tool compensa- -rtat rJ{o
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tions; meiric inch conversion.
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Technical data
Numberof digits ........7
Resolution (selectable) . . 0.01/0.005 mm
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swirchableto... 0.0005/0.0002inch
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,denti{ication of controls
1 lnput k eyboard

E,o E Numerical keys for preset or setpoint

val ues
Fig 1

tr Decimal point key

Sign input key
a (plus sign will not appear in readout)

Cancelling key for setpoint values or

@ error indications

2 Command keYs
Transfer keys with LEDs (4) 'Positionins
tr tr tr in progress'
3 Mode-of-operation keys

m Manual positioning mode Switching on

Automatic positioning mode Switch on machine (main disconnect switch) and digital
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'Absolute dimensions' x€ readout unit (switch on rear side of housing).

trl Automatic positioning mode At f irst all LEDs and readouts will light up (lamp test).
' I ncremental (chain) dimensions' .E
Setpoint readout: 88888888
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@} Feed activation C Actual-value readout + 18888888
Key to activate feed buttons on o-
operator control panel in 'manual' tL After approx 1.5 sec the actual-value readouts (counters)
will show the position values assigned to the reference
mode.
marks by def ining the reference point [] before the unit
4 LEDs 'Positioning in progress' was switched off.
5 Setpoint readout (preset)
(All scales are provided with a reference mark in addition
6 Reference point key
to the scale divisions.l
7 Actual value readouts for X, Y, Z
The readouts will count in the measuring system (mm or
8 Reference point selection keys
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inch) last used. lf required, operate 'inch' key (1 1 )-
9 Reference point LEDs lor X, Y, Z Check resolution (smallest increment shown) in active-
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10 Tool compensation keys value readouts (71. operatinS key (12) if required.
11 Metric/inch conversion key Move past reference marks if reference points are to be set
l2 Resolution selector key 0.01/0.005 mm or reproducibly or previously set reference points are to be
0.0005"/0.0002" reproduced after switching the readout unit off and later
- Stop key for interruption of positioning operation. on again (for details see below).

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t Active digital position readout unit

Electronic linear measuring system with positioning and
'Memof ix' unit for automatic slide motions to preselected

I positions by absolute and incremental measuring methods'

Tectrnical data

I Numberof digits
Snrallestdigital increment (resolution)
Positioning accurdcY
Operatingvoltage(selectable) ....
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0.005 mm

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115V|22OV

ldentif ication of controls

1 lnput keyboard

l Ea E Numerical keysforpresetorsetpointvalues
Sign input key

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(plus sign will not appear in readout)
Fis 1
Decimal point key
(appearing automatically after 4th digit)

I 2 Command keYs

trtrtr Transfer keys for X, Y , Z axes

(used for transferring preset values from
Using the 'Memofix'feature {6)
The measuring system will operate in the incremental mode:
any workpiece datum point within the entire working range

t reaout 5 to axis readouts 7; associated LED

illuminated)
Cancelling key for preset or setpoint values
of the machine can be selected as a zero point.
However, in the event of a power failure or when the main
disconnect switch is switched off , the actualvalues indicated

I 3 Mode-ofoperation switch
(t/ 'Manual' (position readout
mode)
in the counters as well as the datum point will be lost.
The scales of the measuring system are provided with ref-
erence marks. ln coniunction with the 'Memof ix'feature

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g' Automatic Positioning in these reference marks will permit rapid ref inding of a
+- 'absolute dimensions'
Y axis
selected datum point.
on FPl)
F Automatic Positioning in

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' incrementa I d imensions'

4 LED'positioning operation initiated'

5 Preset or setpoint value readout
Positions of reference points (R)
Workpiece

6 'Memofix'switch
7 Actual value readout for X, Y, Z axes
8 Axis LEDs for X, Y, Z (showing axis activated) Readout unit
9 Referecne mark LEDs for X. Y, Z axes

Operation
The digital readout unit is energized together with the
nnchine by means of the main disconnect switch on the
control cabinet. The unit is ready for operation when axis FE2
readout 7 lights up.

Preset {5} Position'A'of system reference point 'R'as measured

from zero point'0'of machine axes (approx mm) :

lnput keyboard 1 serves to set any desired value on preset

readout 5. Use @ key for zeroing preset readout 5. To A FPI F?2 FP3 FP3L FP3LV
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preset 234.565 proceed in the following order: X Longitudonal 35pas 1 5/365 151465 52 42
+2+3-4-.*5+6-+5-->-. Tranwerse 35/1 35- 12 12 12 12
37 37

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z Vertical 3s/335 37 37
Tfre fl key will alternatively make the preset value posi-
tive and negative (plus sign will not be shown). ' Manual positioning only (| I

Operate one of the lransfer buttons 2 (X, Y or Zl to trans-

The starting point '0' will always be on the side of the coarse

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fer the preset value to the respecitve axis readout 7: the as-
sociated LED 8 will light up. scale zero point.

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Using the'Memofix' feature

Determining the datum point and measuring its distance

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from the system reference Point

- Set mode-of-operation switch 3 to'Manual"

Move to (or determine) workpiece datum point B
(edge'
F
- procedure for other
scribed line or bore). Repeat this

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machine axes if required.
Set preset readout 5 to zero and transfer zero to axis
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readout 7.
- Set 'Memof ix' switch 6 to 'red''
Move machine slide in this axis to system reference F
point: when reference mark 'R' is passed, LED 9 will
light up and counter will stop.
Note down the value indicated (distance R/B) with
sign. Fig 1
F
Set'Memofix' switch 6 to 'green"
Move past reference mark R again towards workpiece
datum point: LED 9 will go out, counter 7 will start B
counting as from R (with the value at which counter As an alternative to the above procedure. the machine slide
previously stopped) and will thus show the absolute can also be moved to the datum point by partially automat-
dimension. ic operation: E
Set mode-of-operation switch 3 to 'Manual'.
Refinding a workpiece datum point B Set'Memof ix' switch to 'red'.
(if lost by switching off machine or by power failure) Move past system reference Point. same as E
Set previously noted-down value with sign on above
Set mode-of-operation switch 3 to 'Manual"
axis counter 7 via preset.
Set 'Memof ix' switch 6 to 'red'.
Move past system reference point in the axis con'
Set 'Memof ix' switch to 'green'. E
Set preset counter 5 to zero. set 'minus'sign (only if
cerned: LED 9 will light uP.
reference point position is at beginning of axis).
Set previously noted-down value with sign on preset
counter 5 and transfer to axis counter 7'
Move a few mm beyond reference point by hand.
Set mode-of-operation switch 3 to 'Absolute dimension'.
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Set'Memof ix' switch to 'green''
Operate axis transfer key 2 {readout will remain in
- Move past system reference point again (see above)'
stopped condition).
Counter 7 will start at R from the preset value and thus
indicate the absolute dimension'
Upon engaging the respective control lever (feed but' &
ton on control panel depressed), machine slide will
automatically move to B = 0.
The machine will now be ready for manual positioning'
lf automatic positioning is to be used, f irst proceed as
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follows: lmportant
- move machine axis to workpiece datum point
readout 7 = Ol;
(axis
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Always set all feed control levers to neutral before
operating mode-of-operation selector 3 or any of
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set preset readout 5 to zero. transfer keys 2 in X, Y, Z axes.
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Positioning in the 3 modes of operation ? r \t 5 t

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First determine workpiece datum point with or without
using the 'Memof ix'feature.
Positioning by absolute or incremental (chain) dimensions -oP J \-s 6
is possible only if both feed buttons on the control panel
are in depressed condition.

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'lVlanual' mode of operation

- Move and position machine slides by manual or power

feed to digital indication {referred to workpiece datum
point or system reference Point).
Fig 1

Axis and direqtion indicator

Automatic positioning in'Absolute' mode
The external axis and direction indicator (Fig 2) is con-
(selected axis will move to keyed'in position value)
nected in parallel with the digi-

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Set modeofoperation switch 3 to 'Absolute dimension'.
Set desired value (distance between setpoint position
and datum point) with sign on preset counter 5 by means
tal readout unit. lt shows the
operator the selected direction
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of feed and thus indicates which
of input keys. feed control lever has to be ' not on FPl Fig2
Set desired feed rate on operator control panel.
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- Engage the required feed control lever in the direction
moved in what direction.
lf the feed control lever of the activated axis is moved in
shown on the external axis and direction indicator (Fig
the wrong direction or if the wrong control lever is operated,
2) to start the positioning operation: the machine slide
I will start moving and stop when the preset setpoint has
the feed drive will stop after a very short movement of
max 0.2 mm. Subsequently, however, the required control
been reached.
lever can immediately be moved in the c.orrect direction
without any additional correction and without any loss in
accuracy.
Automatic positioning in'lncremental' mode
(selected axis will move from actual position by the value
Rear side of readout unit (Fig 3)
keyed-in; new position will be indicated)
to 'lncremental dimen-
10 Measuring system inputs for X, Y, Z axes
- Set mode-of-operation switch 3
11 Connector for power supply cable
sio n'.
12 Voltage selector 22V/115V
- Proceed as under'Absolute dimension': transfer desired
13 Power fuse - 220 V: 0.2 A slow/'l 15 V: 0.4 A slow
value (= chain dimension) with sign to the respective
14 Control line connector
@unter 7 by means of input keys via preset.
- Engage the respective feed control lever: the machine
slide the selected axis will move to the 1st setpoint
in
position.
- Subsequently, either the same or a new chain dimension
ialue (input via preset) can be used to move to the next
setpoint position by operating the associated transfer
kei'2.
Axis readout 7 will in all cases show the distance between
the aauai position and the workpiece datum point.

Fig 3

ln the event of trouble (except for blown fuse) inform

Deckel Technical Service or nearest Deckel agency'

CAUTON Watch for correct pow€r supply voltage. Never connect

or disconnoct cables while system is energized.

E 678b {5.80)
 Digital position readout unit with mm/inch converter
Photoelectric linear measuring system for 3 axes with
MEMOFIX unit.
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Technical data
Measuring ranges depending on traversing ranges of machine
slides. Model VRZ771 (bidirectional counter)
Number of digits 6 (mm)/7 (inch) -t23.115
Resolution .:.... .'. 0.01mm/0.0005"
Operating voltage, selectable 115 V /22O V ac

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ldentification of readouts and controls (Fiq l)
1, 2, 3 = counters for X, Y, Z axes
4. 5, 6 = LEDs for reference point indication in X, Y, Z

preset indication (readout of keyed-in values)

8 preset keyboard (setting of reference values)

tr to lTl Numerical keys for setting the.desired refer-

ence value.
Presetting a reference value
Set selector 10 for either mm or inch indication.

E Sign key for setting positive or negative refer-

ence value.
The preset unit permits the input of predetermined reference
values in mm or inches by means of the preset keys and the

tr for
Cancelling key preset indication:
appear when this key is depressed (correc-
'0'will transfer of such values to the counters.
Example (mm): desired value - 12.34 (mm)
tion facility). Operate keys in this order: -+ 1 --> )+ ' -+ J + Q

tr El for
Transfer keys transferring preset value to
Example (inch): desired value - 1.2345 (inch)
Operate keys this order: --+ 1 -+''+ 2 + 3 + 4
counters. + 5
Decimal point key.
tr_ The first numeral will appear at the first left-hand digit of
9 MEMOFIX switch
the preset indication, all other numerals will follow to the
l0 mm/inch selector (toggle switch)
right.
This switch serves to convert the metric meas-
uring signals in such a way that either mm or
inch values are indicated. lt should be noted,
however, that a metric value already shown can-
not be directly converted by means of control
10: upon preselecting mm or inch indication IMPORTANT
first set the readout to zero and then proceed in The unit permits the input of max 6 digits for mm readings
the usual manner. and 7 digits for inch readings. The decimal point will appear
automatically after the fourth digit (mm) or the third digit
(inch). After the decimal point, only 2 numerals can be
keyed-in for mm readings and 4 for inch readings.
Upon pressing the transfer button X, Y or Z, the preset
Er€ctrrcal connection will be transferred to the respective counter.
value
:- e ranning heads are connected to the readout unit by ln the inch position of selector 10, the last digit will only
-':eans of plug connectors. Power supply through connecting
show either '0' or '5'.
cable from control cabinet.
lndication when passing zero point:
The measurirg system will be operative upon switching-on
the main disconnect switch of the machine and the power mm inch
switch on the readout unit. - 0000. 03 - 000. 0015
I n the event of malfunctions check power fuse and replace - 0000. 02 -000. 0010
if defective. lf other trouble occurs consult the manufac- - 0000. 01 - 000. 0005
turer's operating i nstructions. 0000. 00 000. 0000
0000. 01 000. 0005
ution: watch for correct power supply voltage; nevsr connect or 0000. 02 000. 0010
disconoect cables while rynem is energized. 0000. 03 000. 0015

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Reference point and MEMOFIX Working with MEMOFIX (Fig 3l

When the counter is switched off, all stored values will be Determining the workpiece datum point B (zero point)
lost. For this reason, and to permit in-process checks, the - Move to workpiece datum point (edge or bore). Set
gratings are provided with at least one reference mark (fixed counter to zero (button C and transfer keys! or key-in
reference point). The MEMOFIX feature permits fast and other desired reference value by means of preset feature.
very simple measuring of the distance between the reference - Set MEMOFIX suritch to'red'.
points and workpiece datum point: the reference point is - Move past reference point R (reference LED will light
merely passed over at rapid rate and no tedious searching up), note down counter readout with sign (= distance
is required. lf the rqading of the counter is noted down, the between R and zero).
value can again be keyed into the preset indication after a - Set MEMOFIX switch to'green'.
power failure and then, at the reference point, be trans' - Move past reference point again (reference LED will go
ferred to the counter. Renewed setting of the workpiece out): counter will now indicate distances from selected
datum point will thus be avoided. reference point.

Positions of reference points Refinding the workpiece datum point

- Set MEMOFIX switch to'red'.
- Move beyond reference point (reference LED will light
up)'
iffi:ffi - Use preset feature to set previously noted-down value
1l-.]J,4," with sign (distance between R and zero point) in each
axis and transfer to counter(s).
- Set MEMOFIX switch to'green'.
- Again move past reference point (as above) : at the refer-
ence point, the counter will start counting with the preset
value and indicate the correct position relative to the
0 = axis end point Fig 2
workpiece datum point.

Position A or reference point R as measured from zero

point 0 of machine axis (in mm) :
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Lo ng i- 35 35 35 35 Rear side of readout unit (Fig 4)
52 42
t udinal 285 385 485 ffi5 13114/15 Measuring system input for XN /Z axes
35 35
Tra ns-
verse 135
12 13 t3 r3
385 16 Connector for power supply cable
Verti- 35
38 38 34 36
35 17 Power fuse - 22O Y: O.2 A/115 V: 0.4 A
cal 335 435 18 Voltage selector 22OV/1'l 5V ac
19 Power switch
MEMOFIX Switch 9 (Fig 3) 20 Dimmer switch (bright or dim indication)
The switch has two positions {red and greenl.
Red counter will stop when machine slide moves past
reference mark for the first time and will remain
stopped when slide moves past reference mark
again.
Green = counter will be restarted when slide moves past
reference mark again. 20
19
18

17

16

Fig 4
10

Ref erence point indication 4 (5, 6) (Fig 1 and 3) ln the event of trouble (except for blown fuse) inform
Lighting-up indicates the stop condition of the counter. The Technical Service of supplier. lf required, remove readout
LED goes out lvhen the counter is restarted by the slide unit, pack carefully and return for overhaul.
moving past the reference point in 'green' position; it re-
mains in extinguished condition when the counter is I Keep ropes clear of readout unit when transporting the
switched off and then on again (counter start, eg after error). I machine.

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