Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
as Used in this Publication
Warning notices are used in this publication to emphasize that hazardous voltages, currents,
temperatures, or other conditions that could cause personal injury exist in this equipment or
may be associated with its use.
In situations where inattention could cause either personal injury or damage to equipment, a
Warning notice is used.
Caution notices are used where equipment might be damaged if care is not taken.
GFL-001
Warning
Caution
Note
Notes merely call attention to information that is especially significant to understanding and
operating the equipment.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. While efforts
have been made to be accurate, the information contained herein does not purport to cover all
details or variations in hardware or software, nor to provide for every possible contingency in
connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Features may be described herein
which are not present in all hardware and software systems. GE Fanuc Automation assumes
no obligation of notice to holders of this document with respect to changes subsequently made.
GE Fanuc Automation makes no representation or warranty, expressed, implied, or statutory
with respect to, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, sufficiency, or
usefulness of the information contained herein. No warranties of merchantability or fitness for
purpose shall apply.
PowerMotion is a trademark of GE Fanuc Automation North America, Inc.
This section describes the safety precautions related to the use of CNC units. It is essential that these precautions
be observed by users to ensure the safe operation of machines equipped with a CNC unit (all descriptions in this
section assume this configuration).
CNC maintenance involves various dangers. CNC maintenance must be undertaken only by a qualified
technician.
Users must also observe the safety precautions related to the machine, as described in the relevant manual supplied
by the machine tool builder.
Before checking the operation of the machine, take time to become familiar with the manuals provided by the
machine tool builder and FANUC.
This manual includes safety precautions for protecting the maintenance personnel (herein referred
to as the user) and preventing damage to the machine. Precautions are classified into W arnings and
Cautions according to their bearing on safety. Also, supplementary information is described as a
Note. Read the Warning, Caution, and Note thoroughly before attempting to use the machine.
WARNING
Applied when there is a danger of the user being injured or when there is a damage of both the user
being injured and the equipment being damaged if the approved procedure is not observed.
CAUTION
Applied when there is a danger of the equipment being damaged, if the approved procedure is not
observed.
NOTE
The Note is used to indicate supplementary information other than Warning and Caution.
Read this manual carefully, and store it in a safe place.
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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES RELATED TO
CHECK OPERATION
WARNING
1.
When checking the operation of the machine with the cover removed
(1) The user’s clothing could become caught in the spindle or other components, thus
presenting a danger of injury . When checking the operation, stand away from the machine
to ensure that your clothing does not become tangled in the spindle or other components.
(2) When checking the operation, perform idle operation without workpiece. When a
workpiece is mounted in the machine, a malfunction could cause the workpiece to be
dropped or destroy the tool tip, possibly scattering fragments throughout the area. This
presents a serious danger of injury . Therefore, stand in a safe location when checking the
operation.
2.
When checking the machine operation with the power magnetics cabinet door opened
(1) The power magnetics cabinet has a high–voltage section (carrying a mark). Never
touch the high–voltage section. The high–voltage section presents a severe risk of electric
shock. Before starting any check of the operation, confirm that the cover is mounted on
the high–voltage section. When the high–voltage section itself must be checked, note that
touching a terminal presents a severe danger of electric shock.
(2) Within the power magnetics cabinet, internal units present potentially injurious corners and
projections. Be careful when working inside the power magnetics cabinet.
3.
Never attempt to machine a workpiece without first checking the operation of the machine.
Before starting a production run, ensure that the machine is operating correctly by performing
a trial run using, for example, the single block, feedrate override, or machine lock function or
by operating the machine with neither a tool nor workpiece mounted. Failure to confirm the
correct operation of the machine may result in the machine behaving unexpectedly, possibly
causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the user.
4.
Before operating the machine, thoroughly check the entered data.
Operating the machine with incorrectly specified data may result in the machine behaving
unexpectedly , possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the
user.
5.
Ensure that the specified feedrate is appropriate for the intended operation. Generally , for each
machine, there is a maximum allowable feedrate. The appropriate feedrate varies with the
intended operation. Refer to the manual provided with the machine to determine the maximum
allowable feedrate. If a machine is run at other than the correct speed, it may behave
unexpectedly , possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or injury to the
user.
6.
When using a tool compensation function, thoroughly check the direction and amount of
compensation. Operating the machine with incorrectly specified data may result in the machine
behaving unexpectedly, possibly causing damage to the workpiece and/or machine itself, or
injury to the user.
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WARNINGS AND NOTES RELATED TO REPLACEMENT
WARNING
1.
Always turn off the power to the CNC and the main power to the power magnetics cabinet. If
only the power to the CNC is turned off, power may continue to be supplied to the serve section.
In such a case, replacing a unit may damage the unit, while also presenting a danger of electric
shock.
2.
When a heavy unit is to be replaced, the task must be undertaken by two persons. If the
replacement is attempted by only one person, the replacement unit could slip and fall, possibly
causing injury.
3.
After the power is turned off, the servo amplifier and spindle amplifier may retain voltages for
a while, such that there is a danger of electric shock even while the amplifier is turned off. Allow
at least twenty minutes after turning off the power for these residual voltages to dissipate.
4.
When replacing a unit, ensure that the new unit has the same parameter and other settings as the
old unit. (For details, refer to the manual provided with the machine.) Otherwise, unpredictable
machine movement could damage the workpiece or the machine itself, and present a danger of
injury .
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WARNINGS AND NOTES RELATED TO PARAMETERS
WARNING
1.
When machining a workpiece for the first time after modifying a parameter, close the machine
cover. Never use the automatic operation function immediately after such a modification.
Instead, confirm normal machine operation by using functions such as the single block function,
feedrate override function, and machine lock function, or by operating the machine without
mounting a tool and workpiece. If the machine is used before confirming that it operates
normally , the machine may move unpredictably , possibly damaging the machine or workpiece,
and presenting a risk of injury.
2.
The CNC and PMC parameters are set to their optimal values, so that those parameters usually
need not be modified. When a parameter must be modified for some reason, ensure that you
fully understand the function of that parameter before attempting to modify it. If a parameter
is set incorrectly, the machine may move unpredictably, possibly damaging the machine or
workpiece, and presenting a risk of injury.
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WARNINGS RELATED TO DAILY MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Memory backup battery replacement
When replacing the memory backup batteries, keep the power to the machine (CNC) turned on,
and apply an emergency stop to the machine. Because this work is performed with the power
on and the cabinet open, only those personnel who have received approved safety and
maintenance training may perform this work.
When replacing the batteries, be careful not to touch the high–voltage circuits (marked
fitted with an insulating cover).
Touching the uncovered high–voltage circuits presents an extremely dangerous electric shock
hazard.
and
NOTE
The CNC uses batteries to preserve the contents of its memory , because it must retain data such as
programs, offsets, and parameters even while external power is not applied.
If the battery voltage drops, a low battery voltage alarm is displayed on the machine operator’s panel
or CR T screen.
When a low battery voltage alarm is displayed, replace the batteries within a week. Otherwise, the
contents of the CNC’s memory will be lost.
To replace the battery, see the procedure described in Section 2.6 of this manual.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Absolute pulse coder battery replacement
When replacing the memory backup batteries, keep the power to the machine (CNC) turned on,
and apply an emergency stop to the machine. Because this work is performed with the power
on and the cabinet open, only those personnel who have received approved safety and
maintenance training may perform this work.
When replacing the batteries, be careful not to touch the high–voltage circuits (marked
fitted with an insulating cover).
Touching the uncovered high–voltage circuits presents an extremely dangerous electric shock
hazard.
NOTE
The absolute pulse coder uses batteries to preserve its absolute position.
If the battery voltage drops, a low battery voltage alarm is displayed on the machine operator’s panel
or CR T screen.
When a low battery voltage alarm is displayed, replace the batteries within a week. Otherwise, the
absolute position data held by the pulse coder will be lost.
To replace the battery, see the procedure described in Section 2.6 of this manual.
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WARNING
3.
Fuse replacement
Before replacing a blown fuse, however, it is necessary to locate and remove the cause of the
blown fuse.
For this reason, only those personnel who have received approved safety and maintenance
training may perform this work.
When replacing a fuse with the cabinet open, be careful not to touch the high–voltage circuits
(marked
Touching an uncovered high–voltage circuit presents an extremely dangerous electric shock
hazard.
and fitted with an insulating cover).
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PREFACE
PREFACE
Description of
this manual
This manual consists of following chapters.
1.DISPLAY AND OPERATION
This chapter covers those items, displayed on the screen, that are related
to maintenance. A list of all supported operations is also provided at the
end of this chapter.
2.HARDWARE
This chapter covers hardware–related items, including the hardware
configuration, connection, and NC status indicated on printed circuit
boards. A list of all units is also provided as well as an explanation of how
to replace each unit.
3.INPUT AND OUTPUT OF DATA
This chapter describes the input/output of data, including programs,
parameters, and tool compensation data, as well as the input/output
procedures for conversational data.
4.INTERFACE BETWEEN NC AND PMC
This chapter describes the PMC specifications, the system configuration,
and the signals used by the PMC.
5.DIGITAL SERVO
This chapter describes the servo tuning screen and how to adjust the
reference position return position.
6.AC SPINDLE (SERIAL INTERFACE)
These chapters describe the spindle amplifier checkpoints, as well as the
spindle tuning screen.
7.TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter describes the procedures to be followed in the event of
certain problems occurring, for example, if the power cannot be turned on
or if manual operation cannot be performed. Countermeasures to be
applied in the event of alarms being output are also described.
APPENDIX
The appendix consists of a list of all alarms, a list of maintenance parts,
and boot system.
This manual does not provide a parameter list. If necessary, refer to the
separate PARAMETER MANUAL (B–62710EN) .
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FANUC Series 21–MB
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Applicable models
This manual can be used with the following models. The abbreviated
names may be used.
Product NameAbbreviationsSoftware series (Specification)
21–MBSeries 21
21–MBSeries 21M series
FANUC Series 210–MB210–MBSeries 210
Control unit A
Control unit B
FANUC Series 210–TBControl unit B210–TBSeries 210
21–TB
(Control unit A)
21–TB
(Control unit B)
Series 21
Series 21
NOTE
Some function described in this manual may not be applied
to some products.
For details, refer to the DESCRIPTIONS (B–62702EN).
Related manuals
The table below lists manuals related to MODEL B of Series 21, Series,
Series 210.
In the table, this manual is marked with an asterisk(*).
C.3.4Outputting a File, Stored in Flash Memory, to a Memory Card (SYSTEM DATA SAVE Screen)376. . .
C.3.5Backing up SRAM Data to a Memory Card and Subsequently Restoring Data from a Memory Card
C.3.6Deleting a File from a Memory Card (MEMORY CARD FILE DELETE Screen)380. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D.3.7When Flash Memory Card Formatted with BOOT SYSTEM is Used with Each Company Device388. .
D.3.8When Flash Memory Card Formatted with Each Company Device is Used with BOOT SYSTEM388. .
Operations and soft key display staturs for each function key are described
below:
T o display a more detailed screen, press a function key followed by a soft
key. Soft keys are also used for actual operations.
The following illustrates how soft key displays are changed by pressing
each function key.
The symbols in the following figures mean as shown below :
:Indicates screens
:Indicates a screen that can be displayed by pressing a
:Indicates a soft key(*2)
:Indicates input from the MDI panel.
:Indicates a soft key displayed in green (or highlighted).
:Indicates the continuous menu key (rightmost soft key)(*3).
function key(*1)
*1 Press function keys to switch between screens that are used frequently.
*2 Some soft keys are not displayed depending on the option configuration.
*3 In some cases, the continuous menu key is omitted when the 12 soft keys
type is used.
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POSITION SCREEN
POS
Absolute coordinate display
[ABS]
Relative coordinate display
[REL]
Current position display
[(OPRT)]
[(OPRT)]
Soft key transition triggered by the function key
[PTSPRE][EXEC]
[RUNPRE][EXEC]
(Axis or numeral)
[ORIGIN]
[PTSPRE][EXEC]
[RUNPRE]
[ALLEXE]
(Axis name)[EXEC]
[EXEC]
[PRESET]
POS
1.
[ALL]
[(OPRT)]
Handle interruption
[HNDL]
Monitor screen
[MONI]
[(OPRT)]
[(OPRT)]
(Axis or numeral)
[ORIGIN]
[PTSPRE][EXEC]
[RUNPRE][EXEC]
[PTSPRE][EXEC]
[RUNPRE][EXEC]
[PTSPRE][EXEC]
[RUNPRE][EXEC]
[ALLEXE]
(Axis name)[EXEC]
[PRESET]
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PROGRAM SCREEN
PROG
Program display screen
[PRGRM]
Program check display screen
[CHECK]
[(OPRT)]
[ABS]
[REL]
Soft key transition triggered by the function key
in the MEM mode
2.
[BG–EDT
(O number)
(N number)
[REWIND]
[P TYPE
[Q TYPE]
[F SRH]
[(OPRT)]
]
]
See “When the soft key [BG–EDT] is pressed”
[O SRH]
[N SRH]
[CAN]
(N number)
[BG–EDT
(O number)
(N number)
[REWIND]
]
[EXEC]
See “When the soft key [BG–EDT] is pressed”
[O SRH]
[N SRH]
PROG
1/2
Current block display screen
[(OPRT)]
Next block display screen
[(OPRT)]
Program restart display screen
[(OPRT)]
(2)(Continued on the next page)
[BG–EDT][CURRNT]
[BG–EDT
[BG–EDT
][NEXT]
][RSTR]
[P TYPE
[Q TYPE]
[F SRH]
]
[CAN]
(N number)[EXEC]
See “When the soft key [BG–EDT] is pressed”
See “When the soft key [BG–EDT] is pressed”
See “When the soft key [BG–EDT] is pressed”
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(2)
[FL.SDL][PRGRM]
Return to (1) (Program display)
File directory display screen
[(OPRT)][DIR][SELECT]
Schedule operation display screen
[SCHDUL][CLEAR]
[(OPRT)]
(Schedule data)
(File No. )
[EXEC]
[CAN]
[EXEC
2/2
[F SET]
]
[INPUT]
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PROGRAM SCREEN
PROG
Program display
[PRGRM]
3.
[(OPRT)]
Soft key transition triggered by the function key
in the EDIT mode
[BG–EDT
(O number)
(Address)[SRH↓]
(Address)[SRH↑]
[REWIND]