User Manual

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1.- MACHINE OVERVIEW
1.1 GENERAL ASPECTS
The NEO key cutting machine was designed taking into account the current safety
standards in force in the EEC.
That safety of the personnel involved in the handling of this type of machine can only be
achieved with a well-designed programme of personal safety, like the implementation
of maintenance programme and following the recommendations as well as meeting all
the safety standards included in this manual.
Although the installation of the machine is not difficult, we recommend not to install,
adjust or handle it before reading this manual.
The machine leaves our factory ready for use and only needs calibrating operations for
the tools that are going to be used.
1.2 TRANSPORTATION AND PACKAGING
The NEO machine comes in a sturdy cardboard box, protected with packaging foam,
with the following dimensions:
Width = 520 mm
Height = 650 mm
Depth = 575 mm
Weight of machine plus packaging = 23 kg
When unpacking the machine, carefully inspect it to see if it has suffered any damage
during transportation.
If a problem is found, immediately inform the shipping carrier and do not use the
machine until the shipping agent has performed the corresponding inspection.
When moving the machine from one location to another, it is advisable to pick the
machine up using its base, not other parts.
1.3 INDENTIFICATION LABEL
The NEO key cutting machine has an identification label, containing the serial number
or registration number of the machine, name and address of the manufacturer, EC
marking and year of manufacturing.
2.- MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS
The NEO is a robust and precise machine that enables the duplication of a wide variety
of key types.
2.1 ACCESSORIES
The machine has a series of accessories for use and maintenance.
- 2 fuses
- Allen key of 2.5
- Allen key of 3 (special in T)
- 2 rounded tip plates
- F-1 cutter
- P-1 tracer
2.2 ELECTRIC CIRCUIT
The main components of the electric circuit are as follows:
Power point
Connection plate
2-position switch
Motor
Transformer
LED lighting diodes
See figure 1
2.3. TECHNICAL DATA
Motor: DC 180 W; 220 V (Optional: DC 180 W; 120 V)
Cutter: HSS
Cutter speed: 5,500 rpm
Clamps: Interchangeable
Movements: Guided by rectified axis
Tool travel: X axis = 28 mm; Y axis = 44 mm; Z axis = 24 mm
Dimensions: Height = 380 mm; Width = 240 mm; Depth = 350 mm
Weight: 17 kg
2.4 MAIN ELEMENTS OF THE MACHINE
1. CLAMP-HOLDER SLIDE (X – Y AXES)
2. MACHINE HEAD (Z AXIS)
3. CLAMP
4. CLAMP HANDLE
5. CLAMP-HOLDER SLIDE LOCKING HANDLE (X AXIS)
6. MACHINE HEAD LOCKING LEVER (Z AXIS)
7. TRACER MOVEMENT SPRING LEVER
8. TRACER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WHEEL
9. TRACER ADJUSTMENT LOCKING NUT
10. SLIDE MOVEMENT LEVER (X – Y AXES)
11. MACHINE HEAD LEVER (Z AXIS)
12. CUTTER
13. TRACER
14. GENERAL SWITCH
15. CUTTER TURNING SWITCH
16. LED LIGHTING
17. CHIP GUARD
18. TRAY FOR TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
See figure 2
2.5 COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONAL PARTS
2.5.1 CHANGING THE CUTTER AND TRACER
To release the cutter, slacken the two set screws of the cutter-carrying axis and remove
the cutter. When inserting the new cutter, ensure it is positioned into place such that
it no longer moves inside.
To release the tracer, slacken the set screw of the tracer-carrying axis and remove the
tracer. When inserting the new tracer, ensure it is placed into positioned such that it
no longer moves inside.
2.5.2 CUTTER SPEED
On the right side of the machine, there is a switch with two positions (“0” and “I”). This
switch serves to activate the turning speed of the cutter:
0 = Cutter stopped
I = Cutter turning
2.5.3 LOCKING THE SLIDE ON THE “X” AXIS
Locking the “X” axis is used to perform cuts or straight line points in the direction of
the “Y” axis.
To lock/unlock the slide in this direction, move the corresponding lever.
2.5.4 TRACER MOVEMENT SPRING
There are two different ways of using the tracer, depending on the work to be carried out:
- Tracer movement spring: The tracer movement spring is only and exclusively
used for the coding of dimple keys.
- Locked tracer: A locked tracer is used to perform duplicate operations with the
advancement of the slide. In general, this is for the duplication of waves keys.
To activate the tracer movement spring, loosen the corresponding lever. The tracer
point is positioned slightly below its adjustment position, with regards to the cutter.
This tracer position enables the slight insertion into the hole of the original key before
the cutter begins to cut the duplicate key. Therefore, sharp movements and vibrations
of the slide are avoided.
To deactivate the spring movement of the slide, the tracer must be manually pushed
upwards and, once it reaches its top point, it must be locked using the corresponding
lever.
2.5.5 VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE TRACER
Every time there is a change of cutter/tracer the vertical adjustment of the tracer must
be performed. This can be done as follows:
Secure the cutter and tracer in their corresponding tool positions. Ensure they are
inserted fully.
Secure two of the same keys in the machine’s clamp.
Remove the tracer movement spring (locked tracer).
Lower the machine head until the cutter and tracer are supported on the keys secured in
the clamps. Then follow these instructions, depending on the situation:
1) THE CUTTER AND TRACER TOUCH THEIR RESPECTIVE KEYS AT THE SAME TIME:
This means that the height of the tracer is calibrated.