CRATER-600 A
AUTOMATIC STRAIGHT UPCUT SAW
User's Manual
Operating and Safety Instructions
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. INTRODUCTION
The user’s manual given by the manufacturer contains necessary information about the
machine parts. Each machine operator should read these instructions carefully, and the
machine should be operated after fully understanding them.
Safe and efficient use of the machine for long term depends on understanding and
following the instructions contained in this manual. The technical drawings and details
contained in this manual constitute a guide for the operator.
1.2. DISTRIBUTOR
ATech Machine, Inc.
309 Ridgemont Ave., MD 20850 - USA
Phone: +1-240-505-1967 Fax: +1-301-560-6627
Website: www.ATechMachinery.com E-mail: info@ATechMachinery.com
In case of any technical problem please contact your nearest ATECH dealer, or
ATECH head office through the above mentioned phone, fax or e-mail address.
Technical labels with the model description of the machine are fixed onto the front
side of each machine.
The machine’s serial number and manufacturing year are stipulated on the technical
label.
2. MACHINE’S DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE OF USE
2.1. MACHINE’S DESCRIPTION
Automatic upcut saw with circular saw blade for serial cutting of PVC, aluminum and
wooden profiles in desired angles. The operator has the possibility to adjust the cutting
speed of the saw blade via knob according to material type and size.
Cutting at 900 angle. Machine has been designed according to CE Safety
Directives.
The movable back fence enables straight and angle cutting of broad profiles.
The cutting speed can be adjusted manually according to material type.
If the protection cover is opened during the cutting operation, the saw blade
moves down to its starting point automatically due to safety reasons.
After the cutting operation is finished, the saw blade moves down automatically
from the top rising point.
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Please include the below mentioned data in all your correspondence regarding the
machine with the manufacturer and/or your ATECH dealer.
*Machine model
*Machine’s serial number
*Voltage and frequency
*Name of dealer where machine was purchased
*Date of purchase
*Description of the machine fault
*Average daily operation period
Note: for safety reasons the motor does not start unless the upper protective cover is closed.
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2.2. TECHNICAL FEATURES
Technical
Features
(Imperial)
CRATER06A/600
220V/440V 60Hz
2.3. CUTTING DIAGRAM (mm)
5.5 HP
D=24”
d=1.2”
3000 rpm
90-
120
psi
1 CFM
39”x38”x57”
1,232 lb
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2.4. OVERALL DIMENSIONS (mm)
2.5. ELECTRIC AND PNEUMATIC CONTROL PANEL
The electric and pneumatic control panel enables you to make adjustments regarding
the air pressure.
The cover of the panel has to be definitely kept closed during operation. At servicing
works for remedy of defects:
SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRIC AND PNEUMATIC SUPPLY CONNECTIONS.
For safety reasons, the air pressure safety switch located on the panel deactivates all
pneumatic components in case that the air pressure drops below 4 Bar.
If the air pressure is lower than 4 Bar, the saw blade and pneumatic clamps will not
operate.
3. SAFETY
3.1. SAFETY INFORMATION
The symbols shown hereunder are necessary to be read with special attention. Not
reading or observing of them may cause damage to the equipment or personal
injury.
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The IMPORTANT symbol above is one telling to apply special care and to be careful
at carrying out the specified operation.
The CAUTION! Symbol above warns you against specific dangers, and requires to
read the text. Not observing may cause damage to the equipment.
DANGER WARNING
The above symbol DANGER WARNING, warns you against specific dangers, and you
have definitely to read them. Negligence may cause damage to the equipment
and bodily injury.
Read the user’s manual carefully before using the machine or carrying out maintenance
works.
3.2. ACCIDENT PREVENTION
3.2.1. Our machines are manufactured in accordance with EN 60204-1 and EN 292-2 CE
safety directives, which cover national and international safety directives.
3.2.2. It is the task of the employer to warn his staff against accident risks, to train them on
prevention of accidents, to provide for necessary safety equipment and devices for the
operator’s safety.
3.2.3. Before starting to work with the machine, the operator should check the features of
the machine, learn all details of the machine's operation.
3.2.4. Machine should be operated only by staff members, who have read and
understood the contents of this manual.
3.2.5. All directives, recommendations and general safety rules contained in this manual
have to be observed fully. The machine cannot be operated in any way for purposes
other than those described herein. Otherwise, the manufacturer shall not be deemed
responsible for any damages or injuries. And such circumstances would lead to the
termination of the warranty.
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3.3. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
3.3.1. The power cable should be led in such a way that nobody can step on it or
nothing can be placed on it. Special care has to be taken regarding the inlet and
outlet sockets.
3.3.2. If the power cable should be damaged during operation, don't touch and
unplug it. Never use damaged power cables.
3.3.3. Don’t overload machines for drilling and cutting. Your machine will operate
more safely with power supply in accordance with the stipulated values.
3.3.4. Don’t place your hands between parts in motion.
3.3.5. Use protective eye glasses and ear plugs. Don't wear oversize clothes and
jewels. These can be caught by moving parts.
3.3.6. Keep your working place always clean, dry and tidy for accident prevention
and safe operation.
3.3.7. Use correct illumination for the safety of the operator. (ISO 8995-89 The Lighting
of Indoor Work Systems)
3.3.8. Don't leave anything on the machine.
3.3.9. Don’t use any materials other than those recommended by the manufacturer
for cutting operations on the machine.
3.3.10. Ensure that the work piece is clamped appropriately by the machine's clamp
or vice.
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IMPORTANT
3.3.11. Ensure safe working position, always keep your balance.
3.3.12. Keep your machine always clean for safe operation. Follow the instructions at
maintenance and replacement of accessories. Check the plug and cable regularly.
If damaged, let it replace by a qualified electrician. Keep handles and grips free of
any oil and grease.
3.3.13. Unplug first, before conducting and maintenance works.
3.3.14. Ensure that any keys or adjustment tools have been removed before
operating the machine.
3.3.15. If you are required to operate the machine outside, use only appropriate
extension cables.
3.3.16. Repairs should be carried out by qualified technicians only. Otherwise,
accidents may occur.
3.3.17. Before starting a new operation, check the appropriate function of
protective devices and tools, ensure that they work properly. All conditions have to
be fulfilled in order to ensure proper operation of your machine. Damaged
protective parts and equipment have to be replaced or repaired properly (by the
manufacturer or dealer).
3.3.18. Don’t use machines with improper functioning buttons and switches.
3.3.19. Don’t keep flammable, combustive liquids and materials next to the machine and
electric connections.
4. TRANSPORT OF THE MACHINE
The transport should be done by qualified personnel only.
The machine should be transported by lifting with proper equipment (not touching the
ground during the transport).
Don’t lift the machine before ensuring that lifting devices or other equipment is placed
properly under the machine.
5. INSTALLATION OF THE MACHINE
The machine should be located at least 50 cm away from the back wall in order to
enable full opening of the upper cover to the back, and to carry out maintenance and
cleaning works on the machine. For the distance to be left on the left and right side of the
machine see Figure-6 and Dimensions.
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5.1. PREPARATION
5.1.1. The outer dimensions of the machine are stipulated in the Dimensions page (Page
7). The ground, where the machine will be placed, should be even, solid enough to bear
the weight of the machine.
5.1.2. At our upcut saw CRATER-600 A all parts are delivered by the manufacturer ready
for use.
Figure - 6
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5.2. PARTS LIST
1. Main Table
2. Fence Plate
3. Top Clamp Holder
4. Top Clamp Housing
5. Clamp cylinder Ø40x80
6. Saw Blade Top Guard
7. Saw Blade Ø600 mm (24”)
8. Horizontal Clamp Housing
9. Horuzontal Clamp Housing slide connection part
10. Rising Speed Adjustment Knob(saw blade)
11. Motor Start-Stop
12. Double Hand Cutting Start
13/1. Vertical Clamp Pressure Display
13/2. Vertical Clamp Pressure Adjustment
13/3. Vertical Clamp Speed Adjustment
14. Main Switch
15. Emergency Stop
16/1. Horizontal Clamp Speed Adjustment
16/2. Horizontal Clamp Pressure Adjustment
16/3. Horizontal Clamp Pressure Display
17. Vertical Clamp Switch
18. Horizontal Clamp Switch
19. Cutting Fluid Receptacle
20. Main Power Inlet
21. Air Conditioner
22. Height Adjustable Feet
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5.3. ELECTRIC CONNECTION
5.2.1. The three-phase power cable socket has to be in accordance with the socket on
the machine.
5.2.2. Use a connection cable socket in accordance with the UL & CSA Safety Directives.
5.2.3. Check the inlet power supply before powering the machine. See Page 18 Item 3.8.3.
5.2.4. Make the electric socket connections after switching the MAIN SWITCH on the
machine to 0.
*The socket connections have to be made by a qualified electrician, the rotation direction
of the saw blade has to be observed by starting the machine. If the saw blade rotates in
reverse direction, the socket connections have to be checked and re-connected
properly.
**If the saw blade rotates in reverse direction, it will cause danger for the operator and the
equipment.
Saw Blade Rotation Direction
To correct the rotation direction of the saw blade, insert the electric power socket of the
machine to the 3-phase slot, which has been prepared before, and follow these
instructions:
1. Press the Motor Start Button to operate the saw blade.
2. Monitor the rotation direction of the saw blade through the blade slot.
3. The correct direction is shown with an arrow on the machine table.
The electric socket connections have to be checked and corrected by a qualified
electrician.
The rotation direction of the saw blade should not be defined before testing.
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6. MACHINE SAFETY INFORMATION
6.8.1. It is not allowed to operate the machine with the protective cover and other
protective equipment removed.
6.8.2. Your machine operates with 400V (440V) ~ 3 Phase 50Hz (60Hz). Let the electric
installation of your machine carry out by a qualified electrician only.
6.8.3. Lifting, installation, electric, pneumatic maintenance of the machine should be
carried out by qualified personnel only.
6.8.4. Routine maintenance and scheduled maintenance should be carried out by
qualified personnel after unplugging the machine and disconnecting the air supply first.
6.8.5. Ensure that the machine has been cleaned, tested and maintain before starting to
operate.
6.8.6. Check the safety devices, power cable and moving parts regularly. Don’t operate
the machine before having replaced defective safety devices or faulty parts.
6.8.7. Never replace the saw blade before unplugging first.
6.8.8. Keep foreign materials away from the working area of the machine, keep away
from the machine’s moving parts.
The safety data have been defined above. In order to prevent physical damage or
damage to the equipment, please read the safety information carefully and keep the
manual always in an easy accessible place.
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7. DUST COLLECTION CONNECTORS
Inner Diameter: 80 mm
Outer Diameter: 100 mm
8. OPERATION
The automatic upcut saw model CRATER-600 A cuts non-ferrous aluminum, PVC profiles
and PVC materials. The operator adjusts (manually via knob) the cutting speed of the saw
blade according to the material type to be cut. Inner and outer sharp edges of the
carbide tipped circular saw blade ensures high quality clean cutting results.
• Use the rising speed adjustment knob on the control panel to adjust the saw blade rising
speed.
• Start the machine by pressing the Motor Start button.
• Press the Saw Blade Up button.
• Set the rising speed of the saw blade (at idle operation). Turning the knob clockwise
increases the rising speed, turnbing to counter clockwise decreases the rising speed.
8.1.1. Start the machine only after proper clamping of the work piece to be cut.
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8.1.2. The machine is equipped with vertical & horizontal clamps. These clamps can be
adjusted easily according to the material.
8.1.3. Avoid randomly pressing the buttons on the panel. If you feel danger during the
cutting operation, push the emergency stop button immediately, which will terminate the
operation.
8.1.4. Close the front cover on the main frame and the control panel, and lock it with its
key. See Illustration - 1 (For safety reasons, the motor will not start unless the main frame
front cover is closed)
NOTE: The main frame front cover and the rear panel cover can be open only during
maintenance and cleaning of the machine. During this work switch the MAIN SWITCH to
“0” before opening the cover.
8.1.5. Ensure clamping of the work piece by the vertical & horizontal pneumatic clamps
pressing the clamp button on the machine
8.1.6. Start the machine by pressing the Motor Start Button.
8.1.7. Press the button for rising the saw blade to move the saw blade.
8.1.8. The circular saw blade will rise and cut the work piece, and will move down
automatically after cutting the work piece.
8.1.9. Press the clamp button to release the work piece, and take it out.
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Pressure
Screw
Adjustment
Button
Manometer
Air Pressure and
Water Discharge
NOTE: Adjust the air pressure between 90-120 psi. The air pressure is read in Bar from the
manometer. If the value read on the manometer is the lower or higher than the desired
pressure, adjust the pressure between 90-120 psi by turning the air pressure adjustment key
to the right or to the left accordingly.
If the air pressure drops below 60 psi, the saw blade and the clamps will not operate due
to safety reasons.
8.1.10. The conditioner unit collects the water within the air system in a receptacle in order
to prevent damage to the pneumatic system components. Discharge this water
periodically (at the end of the working day) by pressing or opening the button under the
conditioner.
8.2. ADJUSTING THE AIR PRESSURE
8.2.1. Pull the adjustment button of the conditioner upwards.
a- Turning the adjustment button in clockwise direction increases the pressure
b- Turning the adjustment button in counter clockwise direction decreases the pressure
8.2.2. Once you read 6-8 Bar on the manometer, push the adjustment button of the
conditioner down and lock it in that position.
8.2.3. The manufacturer recommends to use the following oils with the conditioner: TELLUS
C 10 / BP ENERGOL HLP 10/ MOBIL DTE LIGHT / PETROL OFISI SPINDURA 10.
9. SAFE INSTALLATION OF THE SAW BLADE
9.1 To remove the circular saw blade from the blade shaft, follow the instructions below.
9.1.1. Switch the MAIN SWITCH on the machine to “0”. Open the front cover of the main
frame with its key.
Oil Depot
Oil Filling Cap
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WHEN REPLACING THE SAW BLADE MAKE SURE THAT IT ROTATES IN THE CORRECT DIRECTION (MARKEWD
WITH AN ARROW ON THE MACHINE BODY)
8 mm key
5.5 HP motor
M10 Bolt
Saw blade
front guard
Saw blade
shaft pulley
Saw blade
Saw blade flange II
Saw blade washer
Saw blade flange I
600mm (24”) saw
M10x35 Bolt
9.1.2. Remove the front saw blade guard by removing the 4 M6 screws clockwise.
9.1.3. Remove the M12 bolt, on the saw blade shaft using a 19mm wrench key, turning
counter clockwise (counter hold the bolt on the other end of the shaft using a 17 mm
wrench key to prevent the saw blade shaft from turning).
9.1.4. Remove the saw blade washer and the saw blade flange II.
9.1.5. Replace the saw blade carefully making sure that the teeth show to the correct
direction.
9.1.6. Insert the other parts in the reverse order to install the saw blade.
9.1.7. It is necessary to sharpen / replace the saw blade in certain intervals depending on
the cutting material. If the cut material leaves burr after the cutting operation or if the saw
blade is strained, it needs to be sharpened / replaced.
Standard Saw Blade Data:
Diameter: 600 mm (24”)
Thickness: 4.4 mm
Bore Diameter: 50 mm
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10. MAINTENANCE
10.1. ROUTINE CONTROLS and MAINTENANCE
10.1.1 BEGINNING OF THE WORK
10.1.1. Ensure that the table and all kind of parts are clean and dry. Degrease and dry the
table. Especially ensure that the holding grips are clean and dry.
10.1.2. Remove all burr, chip and foreign materials from all surfaces of the machine. Use
protective eye glasses.
10.1.3. Check the saw blade before each use. Turn the saw blade carefully (after
removing the blade guard) to see the teeth of the saw blade. Replace the saw blade if it
is damaged.
10.1.4. Check the pressure of the air pressure system. If necessary, adjust the air pressure
between 7-8 Bar.
10.1.5. Check the air pressure filters and the oil level of the conditioner. Fill up if the oil level
is low.
Unplug and disconnect the air pressure connections first, before carrying out these works.
10.2. MAINTENANCE AT THE END OF THE WORKING DAY
10.2.1. Disconnect electric and pneumatic connections. (Main Switch must be on “0”
position)
10.2.2. Remove all burr, chip and foreign materials from the machine surfaces. If it is
necessary to clean the inside of the blade guard, remove the front cover, use gloves to
protect your hands from the sharp edges of the blade.
10.2.3. If water or water based liquids were used during cutting, dry the machine with a
dry cloth after the operation is finished.
10.2.4. Apply a thin layer of machine oil to protect the table against corrosion. If the
machine will not be used for a long time, lubricate with a protective oil.
10.2.5. Don’t use materials for cleaning the machine, which could damage its paint.
10.2.6. Lubricate both surfaces of the saw blade with machine oil in order to protect it
against corrosion.
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8 Bar on the conditioner.
11. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Here are some recommendations for solving urgent problems. If the trouble cannot be
solved, or if you have a problem other than those described hereunder, please contact
our technical service or your nearest dealer.
TROUBLE CAUSES REMEDY
Low surface quality (at
aluminum and similar
materials):
Rough surface,
Large chip,
Not homogenous surface,
Saw blade traces visible
Motor does not work (Start
button is pressed, not
working)
Motor is working but the
pneumatic clamp pistons do
not work.
The saw blade rotates in
reverse direction.
Not cooling the saw blade
surfaces
Using of damaged or blunt
saw blade
Saw blade moves to quick
No power supply to the
machine. Main Switch is in
“0” position.
The upper protective cover
or the front cover is open.
The air supply connections
are missing, or the air
pressure is below 4 Bar.
The electric connection,
the power cable or the
Lubricating the saw blade cutting
surfaces,
Using of cooling liquid
Check the saw blade teeth.
Replace if necessary.
The cutting speed is too high for
the material. Decrease the cutting
speed.
Check the electric cable
connections.
Check the electric power sockets.
Switch the Main Switch to “I”.
Close the upper cover and the
front cover.
Check the air compressor
connections.
Adjust the air pressure between 6-
Let the electric connections carry
out by a qualified electrician.
connection at the panel is
wrong.
NOISE EMISSION
Material: Aluminum Extrusion 1,220 mm (l) x 70 mm (w) x 20 mm (h)
LWA: 96 dB (measured value)
K: 2 dB (tolerance at measuring) EN ISO 3744 Standard
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