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MAINTENANCE MANUAL, MAINTENANCE INFORMATION,
and INSTALLATION MANUAL.
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CONTENTS
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITION
FOREWORD
A:DAILY INSPECTION
B:REGULAR INSPECTION
C:OUTLINE OF SYSTEMS
INDEX
HOW TO ORDER THE MACHINE PARTS
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITION
A variety of symbols are used to indicate different types of warning information and advice.
Learn the meanings of these symbols and carefully read the explanation to ensure safe operation
while using this manual.
<Symbols related with warning>
The warning information is classified into three categories, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION.
The following symbols are used to indicate the level of danger.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or damages to the machine.
The information described following the caution symbol must be strictly observed.
<Other symbols>
Indicates the items that must be taken into consideration.
NOTE
Indicates useful guidance relating to operations.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
The information described in the DANGER frame must be strictly
observed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
The information described in the WARNING frame must be strictly
observed.
Indicates the page number or manual to be referred to.
FOREWORD
This maintenance manual describes the daily inspection procedure and regular inspection
procedure.
Since the daily and regular inspections to be carried out by machine operators are very important
in maintaining machine accuracy, operators are required to carry out proper inspection and
maintenance in accordance with the details given in this manual.
For machine specifications, inspection, maintenance and installation information, specific to
individual models, refer to the MAINTENANCE INFORMATION manual, DRAWINGS, PARTS
LIST and INSTALLATION MANUAL published separately.
<Assumed machine operation methods>
NC lathes are machine tools intended to be used to cut blank workpieces of a machinable
material, shape and mass, in a shop or plant which is suitable for the cutting operation.
Use of the NC lathe under criteria other than those stated above is considered inappropriate.
Mori Seiki is not responsible for any danger or damage arising from improper operation of the
machine. Some examples of improper machine usage are indicated below.
(1) Adding any part to, or modifying, the machine without consulting Mori Seiki.
(2) Operating the machine outside the machining range.
(3) Improper use of a workpiece holding device or peripheral.
(4) Using the machine with interlocks or machine protection covers removed, or while the
machine is in an unusable state.
(5) Carrying out machine operation, programming, or maintenance and inspection work without
thoroughly understanding the caution information; i.e. without having read the instruction
manuals carefully.
<Protection for machine operators>
Machine operators are responsible to the following.
(1) Carry out machine operation, programming, and maintenance and inspection work in
accordance with the details in the instruction manuals supplied with the machine.
(2) Only operators who have received proper training and have sufficient understanding of the
caution information are allowed to operate or program a machine tool or carry out inspection
and maintenance on it. With regard to safety related measures, operators must receive
training at least once a year.
(3) Develop a thorough understanding of, and strictly observe, the local regulations relating to the
prevention of accidents and environment conservation.
The illustrations in this manual are used as example. Depending on machines, shapes of
NOTE
systems may differ from the illustrations in this manual.
For details, refer to the DRAWINGS published separately.
In order to operate the machine correctly and make the most of the machine's functions and
performance, all operators must thoroughly understand the machine.
Daily lubrication and inspection by the operator and inspection by maintenance personnel at
regular intervals maintain the accuracy of the machine over the long term.
If an abnormality is discovered during daily inspection, it must be reported to the supervisor and
the person responsible for machine maintenance. Quick action should be taken.
If a problem that cannot be remedied by the user or whose cause cannot be determined occurs,
contact Mori Seiki and the equipment manufacturers.
A-2 DAILY INSPECTION
2.NOTES ON INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
Pay adequate consideration to safety and hygiene when performing work such as machine
inspections, setup, and cleaning, and implement appropriate safety and hygiene measures.
Some points that require attention are cited below but note that other necessary measures must
also be taken and the necessary training given to ensure the safety of the operator, before (s)he
uses the machine.
2.1Work in General
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Protective circuits and protective covers are provided in order to - in all
conceivable circumstances - prevent the operator from touching moving
parts and live parts while power is supplied to the machine, but these
devices cannot guarantee 100% safety. Exercise due care while operating
the machine.
Always shut off the main power supply to the machine before cleaning the
machine or the vicinity of the machine. Otherwise the machine could
suddenly start operating during cleaning and the operator could be
entangled or crushed in its moving parts, or lose balance and fall over.
When cleaning inside the machine, the operator could suffer injuries such as trauma,
lacerations, contusions or broken bones, caused by tools or fixtures, workpieces, or
projections, corners, or joints in the machine construction, or chips. Take care not to
touch chips, tools, fixtures, workpieces, or the structural parts of the machine with bare
hands. Wear appropriate protective gear for each kind of work, and ensure safety
before starting work.
2.2Work Inside the Machine
DAILY INSPECTION A-3
WARNING
(1) Confirm that the main power supply to the machine is shut off before
entering the machine to do work inside it. Be aware that if you close
the machine door after entering the machine, it may not be possible to
open the door from the inside. If the machine model used is equipped
with a door lock prevention mechanism, take the door lock prevention
key inside the machine when doing the work. At the same time, fit a
padlock through the hole at the end of the lever of the door lock
mechanism, and take steps to ensure that the door lock mechanism is
not released by mistake. If the machine model used does not have a
door lock prevention mechanism, avoid entering the machine as far
as possible. If it is absolutely necessary to enter the machine,
implement measures to ensure that the door will not be closed before
starting the work.
(2) When entering the machine, make sure of your footing: take care that
you will not slip or stumble. Also select and wear appropriate safety
gear, such as a helmet, safety shoes, protective goggles, and so on,
as necessary, so as to ensure safety while working.
(3) If an operator is shut inside the machine, press the EMERGENCY
STOP button regardless of whether the power is ON or OFF, insert the
key into the external key hole in the door lock device fitted to the
machine cover, and turn the key to unlock the door and let the
operator out.
2.3Machine Management
CAUTION
(1) The customer must take responsibility for managing the keys that are provided
with the machine (for the operation panel, control panel, peripheral devices, etc.).
(2) Keys that do not have to be used on a regular basis, such as the control panel key,
must be removed from the lock and stored elsewhere. If the machine is operated
with the key in the lock, people walking by could brush against the key, breaking it
or injuring themselves.
2.4Oils Used
CAUTION
The customers themselves must receive an MSDS (safety data sheet for e.g. chemical
substances) for oils such as coolant (cutting fluid) and the various lubricants and
cooling oils, and the customer must take responsibility for securing and managing the
working environment, and for managing disposal of the oils. Take careful note of the
effects on the human body described in the MSDS.
A-4 DAILY INSPECTION
3.LUBRICATING AND HYDRAULIC OIL
CAUTION
1. Always use oil types specified by Mori Seiki.
2. The customers themselves must receive an MSDS (safety data sheet for e.g.
For the type of oil to be used and tables comparing the oils produced by different
manufacturers, refer to the OILING CHARTS and the Oil Recommendations in the
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION published separately.
3.1Storing Oil
If obtaining large amounts of oil for storage, observe the following points to prevent oil
degradation. Obtaining limited amounts of oil only as required is strongly recommended.
Do not mix different brands of oil even when identified as being of "equivalent"
quality. When changing to a different brand of oil, drain all original oil from the tank
completely, clean the inside of the tank, and add replacement oil.
Mori Seiki is not responsible for problems arising from the mixture of different
brands of oil or the use of non-specified oils.
chemical substances) for oils such as coolant (cutting fluid) and the various
lubricants and cooling oils, and the customer must take responsibility for securing
and managing the working environment, and for managing disposal of the oils.
Take careful note of the effects on the human body described in the MSDS.
Obtaining limited amounts of oil only as required is strongly recommended.
(1) Store oil in locations free from direct sunlight or rain.
(2) Keep oil clean. Foreign matter or water should not be allowed to enter the oil storage tank.
(3) Never use degraded oil or oil contaminated by foreign matter or water.
(4) If a storage tank is used, remove foreign matter and water from the tank at least once a year.
3.2Cautions When Replenishing Oil
When replenishing oil, observe the following points:
(1) Always use the same oil can for specific oil brands. Never use a can used for a different
brand of oil.
(2) Never remove the filter from the filter port of each tank when supplying oil.
CAUTION
If oils other than those specified by Mori Seiki are used mistakenly or different brands
of oil are mixed, clean the tank and flush piping immediately.
4.SUPPLYING OIL IN DAILY MAINTENANCE
4.1Supplying Oil to the Lubricating Oil Tank
If the oil level in the lubricating oil tank drops, an alarm indication is given. If this low lubricating oil
level alarm is given, supply lubricating oil.
<Procedure>
(Example: Showa Yuki 2 L)
1) Check the volume of oil in the lubricating oil tank with
the oil level gage installed on the lubricating oil tank.
2) Remove the cap on the oil supply port.
3) Supply the specified lubricating oil by using the oil jug
while checking the oil level with the oil level gage.
DAILY INSPECTION A-5
4.2Supplying Coolant to the Coolant Tank
If the coolant level drops, an insufficient amount of coolant is supplied to the cutting tool. If cutting
is continued under such conditions, accuracy will be impaired and tool life shortened. If coolant
level drops, supply coolant to the coolant tank.
<Procedure>
1) Turn OFF the main power.
2) Wait until the coolant level is stabilized after all of the
remaining coolant inside machine is returned to the
coolant tank.
3) Check the volume of coolant in the coolant tank using
the oil level gage.
For the name and volume of the cooling oil,
refer to the OILING CHARTS in the
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION published
separately.
4) When coolant level is close to the red line on the oil
level gage
Supply coolant to the red line on the oil level gage.
NOTE
Do not fill above the red line.
For the capacity of the coolant tank, refer to the
OILING CHARTS in the MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION published separately.
A-6 DAILY INSPECTION
4.3Greasing the Chuck Master Jaws
If the master jaws are not lubricated properly with grease, the gripping force of the chuck will be
reduced. If the spindle is rotated while the master jaws are not properly greased, the workpiece
will fly out of the chuck, causing injuries and machine damage.
Apply grease to the master jaws at least once a day, before starting the day's operation.
<Procedure>
1) Stop the spindle.
2) Turn off the power.
3) Supply grease from the grease cup around the
chuck.
For the name and volume of the cooling oil,
refer to the OILING CHARTS in the
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION published
separately.
CAUTION
Coolant splashed on the chuck will wash away the grease. Therefore, supply grease
as often as possible.
5.INSPECTION OF THE CHUCK
<Daily oiling>
To maintain high chuck accuracy over a prolonged period, it is necessary to supply lubricating oil.
Improper lubrication will cause the following problems.
• Faulty operation at low hydraulic pressure
• Insufficient gripping force
• Low gripping accuracy
• Abnormal wear
• Seizure
To avoid those problems, be sure to supply lubricating oil properly.
The diagram below indicates how greasing influences chuck gripping force by showing the
relationship between the chuck gripping force and the spindle speed.
The diagram above is for reference purposes only. The actual gripping force will vary
NOTE
Greasing after
disassembling and cleaning
After greasing
Before greasing
depending on the machine model, chuck and cylinder used by the customer. In any case,
however, the chuck gripping force is reduced if the chuck is not greased properly. To
obtain the correct chuck gripping force, it is necessary to grease the chuck at least once a
day, before starting operation.
<Daily cleaning>
At the end of each day, when operation is completed, clean the chuck body and slideways.
A-8 DAILY INSPECTION
6.CLEANING MACHINING CHAMBER/SETUP STATION
To maintain machining accuracy for the optimum length of time, always clean the machining
chamber and setup station daily following completion of machine operations.
DANGER
CAUTION
When inspecting and cleaning the machining chamber and setup station,
turn OFF the main power and disconnect the plant-side power supply
(breaker).
Do not use compressed air to clean the machining chamber and setup station.
If compressed air is used inside the machining chamber and setup station, chips and
coolant may enter the spindle tapered section and bearings resulting in serious
damage.
6.1Cleaning the Front Cover of the Spindle
Dust and foreign matter will accumulate in the coolant holes on the front cover of the spindle
allowing coolant to enter the bearings. This will cause the bearings to seize.
Clean the coolant holes in the front cover of the spindle at least once a week.
<Cleaning interval>
Every 50 hours of operation
CAUTION
Do not use compressed air to remove dust and foreign matter from the coolant holes.
If compressed air is used, dust and foreign matter will enter the bearings.
Coolant discharging hole
DAILY INSPECTION A-9
6.2Cleaning the Front Cover of the Tailstock (with Built-in Tailstock Spindle)
Dust and foreign matter will accumulate in the coolant holes on the front cover of the tailstock
allowing coolant to enter the bearings. This will cause the bearings to seize.
Clean the coolant holes in the front cover of the tailstock at least once a week.
<Cleaning interval>
Every 50 hours of operation
CAUTION
Do not use compressed air to remove dust and foreign matter from the coolant holes.
If compressed air is used, dust and foreign matter will enter the bearings.
6.3Cleaning the Slideway Protection Covers
During dry cutting or when machining cast workpieces, carefully remove chips from the machine
so that they do not accumulate.
Be aware that any chip accumulation on moving parts, such as the slideway protection covers, will
interfere with proper operation and lead to mechanical problems.
6.4Cleaning the Front Door Rail
If chips accumulate on the front door rail, the door will not open/close smoothly.
Clean the front rail regularly.
<Cleaning interval>
Every 50 hours of operation
<Procedure>
1) Turn off the power.
2) Remove the chips that have accumulated on the front door rail.
A-10 DAILY INSPECTION
6.5Cleaning the Rear of the Cylinder (Hollow Chuck)
Coolant and chips flow to coolant pan at the rear of the cylinder via the through hole in the draw
pipe.
The coolant returns to the coolant tank via the drain hose.
Chips accumulate on the punched-metal sheet at the rear of the cylinder.
CAUTION
Remove chips from the punched-metal sheet every day. If chips are left to accumulate,
coolant will overflow and spill onto the shop floor.
Coolant will flow into the hydraulic oil tank via the cylinder drain, inhibiting proper
machine operation.
<Procedure>
1) Turn off the power.
2) Remove the cylinder cover at the left side of the machine.
3) Remove the chips that have accumulated on the punched-metal sheet at the rear of the
cylinder.
CAUTION
NOTE
Do not touch the chips bare handed.
Remove coolant and chips that have accumulated in the cylinder at regular intervals by
detaching the rear cover of the cylinder.
DAILY INSPECTION A-11
7.CLEANING THE DRAIN OIL RECEIVER FOR THE
LUBRICATING OIL
If the drain oil receiver for the lubricating oil is at the rear or the side of the machine, dispose of the
waste oil before the drain oil receiver becomes full.
The drain oil receiver is provided to prevent lubricating oil being mixed into the coolant. It is
effective when water-soluble coolant is used to prevent deterioration of the coolant due to mixing
of lubricating oil.
(1) Because impurities are contained in the drain oil, do not reuse the oil in the lubrication
NOTE
tank. Always use fresh lubricating oil when replenishing the lubrication tank.
(2) Entrust the disposal of waste oil and coolant to a party qualified to dispose of
industrial wastes or a gas station with the appropriate facilities.
(3) The drain oil receiver is not available for some models.
These models collect the drain oil in the coolant tank.
For details on the disposal of waste oil, refer to FOREWORD in this manual.
A-12 DAILY INSPECTION
8.CLEANING RADIATOR
If the radiator on the hydraulic tank is clogged, the oil temperature rises resulting in unit failure.
Clean the radiator at regular intervals.
<Cleaning interval>
As required
<Necessary tools>
• Air gun
Radiator
<Procedure>
1) Turn OFF the main power.
2) Remove dust adhering to the radiator with a compressed air gun.
CAUTION
Protective glasses must be worn to prevent eye damage from dust or foreign matter
(those who are wearing glasses included).
DAILY INSPECTION A-13
9.PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING CHIP CONVEYOR
WARNING
CAUTION
(1) Do not operate the chip conveyor or perform maintenance and
inspection tasks without reading and obtaining a thorough
understanding of the contents of the chip conveyor instruction
manual "COOLANT FILTER MANUAL" published separately.
(2) Keep the chip conveyor instruction manual "COOLANT FILTER
MANUAL" on hand to enable immediate reference when operating the
chip conveyor and performing maintenance and instruction tasks.
(3) Do not place hands or feet inside the chip conveyor during operation
to prevent serious injury due to entanglement in rotating components
or by being crushed between moving parts.
(1) Do not operate the chip conveyor intermittently.
Intermittent operation causes fine chips to accumulate between the belts and/or on
the conveyor bottom plates, resulting in conveyor malfunction such as tripping of
the thermal relay.
Always operate the chip conveyor continuously.
(2) The chip conveyor cannot carry materials larger than cutting chips.
If tools and other such materials are mistakenly placed on the conveyor during
operation, the chip conveyor will be damaged.
(1) Close the operator panel-side door before operating the chip conveyor.
NOTE
(2) The chip conveyor cannot discharge all types of chips. Carefully consider appropriate
cutting conditions to generate chips which can be removed from the machining
chamber.
A-14 DAILY INSPECTION
9.1Cleaning Chip Conveyor
<Cleaning interval>
Once or twice daily.
<Necessary tools>
• Rags
<Procedure>
CHIP CONVEYOR
FORSTOPBACK
1) Press the CHIP CONVEYOR [FOR] button on the
operation panel.
The [FOR] button is illuminated.
The chip conveyor moves forward to discharge chips
from machine.
2) Press the CHIP CONVEYOR [STOP] button.
The [STOP] button is illuminated.
The chip conveyor stops.
3) Place an adequate quantity of rags on the conveyor
belt.
WARNING
Before placing rags on the conveyor
belt, disconnect power to prevent
entanglement of fingers and hands in
the rotating unit or between moving
parts, which may result in death or
serious injury.
4) Press the CHIP CONVEYOR [BACK] button. The
[BACK] button is illuminated.
Keep pressing the [BACK] button. The chip
conveyor moves backward to discharge chips and
rags out of the machine only when the button is
pressed.
This completes the chip conveyor cleaning procedure.
For further details on the cleaning procedure,
refer to the chip conveyor instruction manual
"COOLANT FILTER MANUAL" published
separately.
DAILY INSPECTION A-15
10.OPENING/CLOSING THE ELECTRICAL CABINET DOOR
DANGER
Before attempting maintenance and inspection inside the electrical
cabinet, be sure to turn OFF the plant-side power supply (circuit breaker).
Even when the main power switch on the electrical cabinet is turned OFF,
parts of the cabinet may still hold residual current and give an electric
shock if accidentally touched.
Do not touch devices installed inside the electrical cabinet at heights of 2 m or greater
NOTE
above the ground as these devices do not require maintenance or inspection.
10.1Opening the Electrical Cabinet Door
<Procedure>
1) Turn OFF the main power.
CONTROL BOX
DOOR INTERLOCK
ONOFF
CAUTION
Place the control box door interlock switch
installed in the electrical cabinet door in the
[OFF] position when opening the electrical
cabinet door with the main power ON.
2) Insert the key into the keyhole below the lever on the
electrical cabinet.
3) Turn the key to release the electrical cabinet door
lock. The lever is pushed outward when the key is
inserted.
4) Turn the lever 90° counterclockwise.
A-16 DAILY INSPECTION
5) Open the electrical cabinet door.
10.2Closing the Electrical Cabinet Door
1) Close the left side of the electrical cabinet door.
2) Close the right side of the electrical cabinet door.
3) Rotate the lever downward.
4) Push the lever inward.
5) Turn the key below the lever to lock the door.
6) Pull out the key.
The customer is responsible for supervising usage
NOTE
and safe storage of the key.
CONTROL BOX
DOOR INTERLOCK
ONOFF
7) Place the CONTROL BOX DOOR INTERLOCK
switch installed on the electrical cabinet door in the
[ON] position.
10.3Main Power Switch
DAILY INSPECTION A-17
WARNING
When electrical over-current occurs in the machine, the breaker is actuated, the power supply is
automatically turned OFF, and the main power switch automatically moves to the [TRIP] setting.
To reset, return the handle to the [OFF] setting and then turn the handle back to the [ON] setting.
<How to Lock the Main Power Switch>
Lock the main power switch using the following procedure when performing maintenance
procedures considered dangerous if the power is ON.
Type A
1) Place the main power switch in the [OFF] position.
2) Attach a padlock.
When the main power switch is locked, maintenance procedures are
performed. Do not place the main power switch in the [ON] position.
Refer to the OPERATION MANUAL published separately for details on turning the
power ON and OFF.
Type B
1) Place the main power switch in the [OFF] position.
2) Pull out the lock plate.
3) Attach a padlock.
Lock plate
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Type C
1) Place the main power switch in the [OFF] position.
2) While pushing the shutter plates in the direction of arrows, attach a padlock.
Type D
Shutter plate
1) Place the main power switch in the [OFF] position.
2) Put a driver into the release screw.
When the release screw is not prepared, just pull out the lock plate.
NOTE
3) While turning the driver CCW, pull out the lock plate.
4) Attach a padlock.
Driver
Lock plate
DAILY INSPECTION A-19
11.PREPARATION FOR MACHINE OPERATION AFTER
PROLONGED IDLE PERIOD
Perform the following operations in the order specified after the machine has been idle for a
*
prolonged period of time
(1) Forced lubrication of ball screws and spindle bearings.
(2) Full stroke travel of all axes.
(3) Spindle warm-up
.
NOTE
*
Prolonged period of time: Two days or more
<Forced lubrication of ball screws and spindle bearings>
Press the manual lubrication button on the lubrication tank for more than 10 seconds. Lubricant is
supplied to the nuts on the ball screws and the spindle bearings.
Manual lubrication button
CHAPTER B
REGULAR INSPECTION
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