LNS Turbo SFCompact Chip Conveyor Instruction Manual
LNS Turbo SFCompact Chip Conveyor Instruction Manual
LNS Turbo SFCompact Chip Conveyor Instruction Manual
Turbo SFcompact
LNS Turbo
203 Turbo Drive
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Published: 11/2016
© LNS SA 2016 – 9.900.002.1.EN (V02.0) – Original instructions – Printed in Switzerland
5. OPERATION............................................................................................................................15
5.1. STARTING/STOPPING THE CONVEYOR .............................................................................15
5.2. MENU STRUCTURE ...............................................................................................................15
5.3. FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................................16
6. MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................21
6.1. INSPECTIONS.........................................................................................................................21
6.2. CLEANING...............................................................................................................................22
7. SETTINGS ...............................................................................................................................23
7.1. POSITION OF THE CONVEYOR ............................................................................................23
7.2. LEVELING ...............................................................................................................................23
7.3. CONNECTING TO THE MACHINE .........................................................................................24
7.4. REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING THE CONVEYOR .......................................................26
9. DISPOSAL...............................................................................................................................29
9.1. MACHINE ................................................................................................................................29
9.2. CHIPS ......................................................................................................................................29
11. APPENDICES..........................................................................................................................33
11.1. GLOSSARY .............................................................................................................................33
11.2. ORDER FORM ........................................................................................................................35
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. ABOUT THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This instruction manual describes the intended use of the chip conveyor:
- it is part of the machine
- it applies to all models mentioned
Operator:
• Please adhere to the safety instructions and the accident prevention measures applicable in your
country, as well as the legal provisions for occupational health and safety and protection of the
environment.
• All warnings and safety indications on the machine must be legible at all times and must not be
removed. Missing or damaged warning labels must be replaced immediately.
Personnel:
• Only qualified personnel are authorized to assemble and install the machine.
• Only qualified personnel are authorized to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Only qualified electricians are equipped to work on the electrical equipment.
• Anyone using the machine must first read and understand the instruction manual.
Correct use of these integrated components is described in the instructions from their respective
manufacturers.
The conveyor complies with the European standards indicated in the declaration of conformity and
incorporation.
DANGER
Type and source of danger!
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
What to do to avoid danger.
Warning of immediate danger which, if ignored, will lead to death or severe physical injury.
WARNING
Type and source of danger!
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
What to do to avoid danger.
Warning of potential danger which, if ignored, may lead to death or severe physical injury.
CAUTION
Type and source of danger!
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
What to do to avoid danger.
Warning of a potentially dangerous situation which, if ignored, could lead to minor physical injury.
WARNING
Type and source of danger!
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
What to do to avoid danger.
Warning of a potentially dangerous situation which, if ignored, could lead to property damage.
INFO
Type and source of danger!
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
What to do to avoid danger.
Information, comment
CAUTION
Type and source of danger!
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
What to do to avoid danger.
General information
Electrocution
Crushing
Environmental damage
Property damage
Information, notes
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The drawings of the plates illustrated make no distinction between the different models.
They are applicable to all models covered in this instruction manual.
The following terms are used in this operating manual to indicate the position of an object in space
(positioning).
The terms "left", "right", "front" and "rear" always refer to the position viewed in the direction of movement.
1.7. COPYRIGHT
Reproduction, recording or transmission of this manual, in whole or in part, in any form or by any means
whatsoever, whether mechanical, photographic, audio or other, is prohibited without the express written
authorization of LNS.
LNS accepts no responsibility for errors that may be contained in this manual or any problems that could
result.
The names of the products indicated in this manual are registered trademarks.
LNS and its subsidiaries cannot be held responsible for damage or problems arising from the use of
options or products other than LNS products or those approved by LNS.
WARNING
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by failure
to adhere to the documentation.
• LNS accepts no responsibility for possible accidents or property damage caused when safety
instructions are not followed.
• Do not handle the equipment without knowledge of the safety instructions and the instructions for use.
Safety instructions for the chip conveyor and the CNC lathe must be strictly observed.
• Unqualified personnel, children, and persons under the influence of alcohol or medication should not
handle the equipment.
• Loose garments, long hair and jewelry can be dangerous.
• Do not remove any protective guards while power to the equipment or the machine is turned on.
• Never walk under the transport belt.
• Never place your hands in the moving conveyor.
• If certain safety shields or safety covers are removed to conduct maintenance, they must be reinstalled
as soon as the maintenance is completed.
• It is prohibited to work on the interface or interior of the electrical cabinet if power to the chip conveyor
or lathe is turned on.
• It is strictly prohibited to jump wire or remove circuit breakers, master switches, and especially safety
switches.
• To prevent physical injury and damage to components, use only the lifting and movement points
indicated for the chip conveyor. No one should be near the hanging load or within the operating range
of the overhead hoist/crane, forklift, or any other lifting or transport equipment.
• Do not strike the chip conveyor when it is being moved because this may damage it.
• Do not move the chip conveyor while the power is turned on.
• The work zone around the chip conveyor must always be clear of objects and well lit. Oil on the floor
may cause falls — it is important to clean the floor regularly.
• Do not place the machine in a damp area, and make sure that water or oil does not come into contact
with the electrical equipment.
• Do not try to recharge the batteries of the PLC.
• For operating and maintaining the chip conveyor, use only parts provided or recommended by LNS.
• If it is necessary to move the chip conveyor after it has been commissioned, LNS or its local
representative must be contacted before any attempt to restart it.
2. SAFETY DEVICES
2.1. DESCRIPTION
The safety covers and devices prevent access to the moving parts of the chip conveyor.
WARNING
Crushing and cutting hazards!
Moving parts may cause crushing or cuts.
Do not stand or place a part of the body inside the chip conveyor while it is
operating!
Disconnect the electrical plug and the compressed air supply before
removing the covers.
Stop the conveyor from moving to prevent accidental restart!
1 2 3
4
7
6 5
Designation Description
1 Bearing cover (which side depends on the drive side)
2 Upper tilt cover
3 Upper cover for the loading zone
4 Piston box cover
5 Drive cover
6 Cover for the discharge zone
7 Upper cover for the discharge zone
LNS, or its local representative, may not be held responsible for accidents or property damage, whether
caused directly or indirectly, by any means whatsoever, if certain safety devices have been removed or
disabled.
7 6
1) Appropriate guards must be provided between the chip tray and the conveyor to prevent access
to the moving transport belt when the chip receiving tray (4) is installed.
It is recommended that an interlock be used between the two components to stop the transport belt
when removing the chip reception tray.
If parts of the transport belt are accessible, an emergency stop cord around the conveyor’s
evacuation zone must be integrated into the lathe’s emergency stop circuit so that the conveyor
and machine stop immediately when the cord (1) is pulled.
2) Appropriate guards (6) must be installed around the area where the conveyor is connected
to the machine so as to prevent the customer from accessing the transport belt.
3) An appropriate waste bin (5) must be used with the conveyor and perfectly adapted to the
conveyor’s dimensions and usage conditions.
4) The conveyor must be integrated into the machine’s control circuit so that the transport belt
cannot move when the door of the machine (7) is open.
5) Appropriate warning signs must be placed in the conveyor’s danger zones, particularly
the discharge zone, to prevent injury to personnel.
Designation Description
1 Lathe
2 Conveyor
3 Cable
4 Cover
5 Chip tray
6 Protective guard
7 Machine door
1 2 3
6
7
8
Designation Description
1 Upper tilt cover
2 Motor
3 Cover for the discharge zone
4 Pressure gauge
5 Piston box
6 Brush assembly
7 Cartridge filter
8 Tail cover
4.2. UNPACKING
For practical and safety reasons, the conveyor must be unpacked in a spacious, well-lit location.
WARNING
Heavy object. Hazard from the hoist.
Make sure that the hoist or forklift’s lifting capacity is adequate before
handling the conveyor.
Stay out of range of the hoist, forklift, or any other equipment used for
lifting and transport.
CAUTION
Handling hazard.
Injury may occur when the steel bands or fasteners are cut.
Wear safety glasses. Wear safety gloves.
1) If the conveyor is received as illustrated above, start by removing the plastic wrap.
2) Use diagonal cutting pliers to cut the steel strap holding the conveyor to the pallet (always wear
safety glasses and gloves).
3) Remove all the screws holding the conveyor to the pallet, including those crossing the roller plate.
4.3. LIFTING
WARNING
Heavy object. Hazard from the hoist.
Make sure that the hoist or forklift’s lifting capacity is adequate before
handling the conveyor.
Stay out of range of the hoist, forklift, or any other equipment used
for lifting and transport.
Lifting points are at strategic places around the conveyor to allow safe lifting with a forklift or hoist.
Otherwise, points under the system are marked with arrows so that a forklift can lift the conveyor system
in a safe, balanced manner.
5. OPERATION
5.1. STARTING/STOPPING THE CONVEYOR
This function depends on the lathe model and the customer’s requirements.
INFO
In general, the conveyor starts as soon as the machine tool is ready!
The conveyor goes back to its last operating mode.
Start screen
2 sec – last operating
mode
Manual Automatic
mode mode
Menu Menu
Contact Settings
Settings Service
Password
5.3. FUNCTIONS
All adjustments to the conveyor are made from the control panel.
The control panel is a touchscreen.
MANUAL MODE
1
2
AUTOMATIC MODE
5
1) Tap button (4) to reverse the conveyor’s rotation direction.The conveyor belt moves in the
opposite direction when you tap button (4).
2) Tap button (5) to stop the conveyor belt.
3) Tap button (9) to start the conveyor belt.
4) Tap button (6) to temporarily activate the brush.
5) Tap button (7) to switch to automatic mode.
6) Press button (8) to access the settings menu for manual mode.
1) Tap button (3) to access the settings menu for automatic mode or
2) Press button (8) to access the settings menu for manual mode.
INFO
Changing settings: The available options are the same in both modes
(automatic and manual).
Tap ESC (1) to go back one level in the directory tree.
1
5
CONTACT
1) Tap button (4) to show the address for technical support.
2 3
2) Press:
- Button (2) to reduce the speed
- Button (3) to increase the speed
3) Tap button (4) to quit.
BRUSH FREQUENCY
6 7
2) Press:
- Button (6) to reduce the frequency
- Button (7) to increase the frequency
3) Tap button (8) to quit.
LANGUAGE
10
11
PASSWORD
A password is required for accessing the service parameters.
6. MAINTENANCE
The conveyor INSTRUCTION MANUAL - SF COMPACT is designed to be low maintenance.
The following inspections must be made at the recommended intervals to ensure continued operation
without incident.
DANGER
Electrical hazard!
Danger of death by electrocution!
Only qualified electricians may work on the electrical system.
If there is a possible electrical fault, contact LNS or their local
representative.
WARNING
Crushing and cutting hazards!
Moving parts may cause crushing or cuts.
Do not stand or place a part of the body inside the chip conveyor while it is
operating!
Disconnect the electrical plug and the compressed air supply before
removing the covers.
Stop the conveyor from moving to prevent accidental restart!
Do not operate the machine without the cover after maintenance work.
6.1. INSPECTIONS
Quarterly
Monthly
Weekly
Yearly
Daily
Component Maintenance task
6.2. CLEANING
Regular cleaning of your conveyor improves its operation and prolongs its service life.
Zone Description
Exterior Use a soft cloth and a detergent.
Interior Use a cloth or brush.
Make sure that bearings and parts made of synthetic materials do not come into contact with these
products.
Make sure these cleaning products to not come into contact with electrical components.
WARNING
Possible risk of damage to the machine!
Using compressed air for cleaning is not recommended. Particles may
lodge into susceptible areas and impede the conveyor’s proper operation.
WARNING
Solvent-based cleaning products will damage paint!
Do not use solvents, such as acetone or thinners, to clean the conveyor.
7. SETTINGS
Your conveyor has been tested before shipping to ensure correct operation.
However, the following inspections are recommended before operating for the first time.
7.2. LEVELING
A bubble level must be placed under the conveyor’s rear and on the belt parallel to its direction of
movement.
Adjust the wheels to level the system.
If the system has no wheels or leveling feet, it may be necessary to use shims.
Once the conveyor is correctly positioned in relation to the machine, it may be necessary to level it using
the wheel adjuster and a bubble level.
Designation Description
1 Nuts
2 Wheels
DANGER
Electrical hazard!
Danger of death by electrocution!
Only qualified electricians may work on the electrical system.
If there is a possible electrical fault, contact LNS or their local
representative.
If the conveyor fails, or for more information, contact LNS or their local representative.
The conveyor’s supply voltage is indicated on the data plate (3).
WARNING
Incorrect connection may damage the machine!
Check the conveyor’s motor voltage settings to prevent damage.
The motor must be wired according to the available power supply.
1 2
Designation Description
1 Lathe interface
2 Pneumatic connection
3 Data plate
WARNING
Incorrect pressure may damage the machine!
Check the conveyor’s pressure settings to prevent damage.
Make sure the pneumatic feed is available at a rate of 8 l/hour with 4 bar
of pressure.
2) Connect the compressed air feed hose to the input connection (2).
To access the manometer (5), it is necessary to remove the motor cover (6).
Removing the cover:
1) Loosen the screws (4).
2) Remove the motor cover (6).
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WARNING
Incorrect configuration may damage the machine!
The conveyor’s transport belt must continuously operate at a minimum
speed of 1 m per minute.
If long chips are being produced, the conveyor must be running!
For proper operation of the conveyor, it is critical to run the transport belt continuously at a minimum
speed of 1 m/minute when the lathe is operating and/or when coolant is used.
It is possible to use time delays under the condition that the transport belt’s advancement speed is at
least 1 m/minute (e.g. the transport belt is operating at 2 m/minute but is stopped 50% of the time).
If the conveyor is stopped or a time delay is used while the lathe is running, the conveyor may be
damaged and the warranty is voided.
8. TECHNICAL DATA
Type SF Compact
Chain pitch 40 mm
Transport belt thickness 2,2 mm
Transport belt width (min.) 203,20 mm (8”)
Transport belt width (max.) 609,60 mm (24”)
Transport belt speed 1 m/min (standard)
Motor 0.18 kW (200 V–400 V), motor current 1.08–0.62 A
Filtration 50 µ
Drive protection Clutch
9. DISPOSAL
9.1. MACHINE
At the end of its service life, the machine will be permanently decommissioned and deposited at a
recycling collection point.
CAUTION
Harmful to the environment!
Improper disposal of the machine can cause serious harm to the
environment.
Deposit the machine at a recycling collection point.
Alternatively, consult your local recycling service.
Procedure:
1) Clean the machine
2) Allow the machine to air dry
3) Lightly lubricate the moving parts
4) Turn the machine on
5) Drain the system of lubricant
6) Depressurize the hydraulic system
7) Depressurize the pneumatic circuit
8) Bring all components to the recycling point, sorted according to their materials
9.2. CHIPS
The chips are industrial waste. They are generally recyclable.
CAUTION
Harmful to the environment!
Improper disposal of the chips can cause serious harm to the environment.
Deposit the chips at a recycling collection point.
Alternatively, consult your local recycling service.
CAUTION
Handling hazard.
Handling the chips can cause injury.
Wear safety clothes, including safety shoes and safety gloves.
10.TROUBLESHOOTING
10.1. AFTER-SALES SERVICE
11. APPENDICES
11.1. GLOSSARY
This chapter provides terms and acronyms currently used with chip conveyors.
Designation Description
1 Motor
2 Engine mounting plate
3 Motor mount
4 Discharge plate, right side
5 Discharge plate, left side
6 Cover for the discharge zone
7 Discharge support
8 Drive wheels for chains
9 Driveshaft
10 Bearing
11 Bearing cover
12 Bearing holder
13 Foot
14 Foot extension
15 Wheel
16 Wheel plate
17 Tilted guide
18 Profiled and tilted guide
19 Curved cover
20 Profiled cover for the loading zone
21 Rail for the loading zone, left side
22 Rail for the loading zone, right side
23 Rear guide
24 Rear cover
25 Rear disk
Transport Flexible belt placed around pulleys for transporting materials from one place to another
belt:
Wheels: Wheels mounted in a stirrup to support the conveyor and allow its movement
PLC Programmable Logic Controller: Numerical calculator used for automation. The PLC
controls the machine’s operation.