Silca Fastbit, D444087XA Operating Manual

Fastbit

Operating Manual

Original Instructions

D444087XA

vers. 1.0

© 2014 SILCA S.p.A - Vittorio Veneto This manual has been drawn up by SILCA S.p.A. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means (photocopying, microﬁ lm or other) without the written permission of SILCA S.p.A.

Edition: October 2014 Printed in India

by MINDA SILCA Engineering Ltd. Plot no.37, Toy City, GREATER NOIDA (U.P.) - 201308

The Manufacturer declines any responsibility for possible inaccuracies in this document due to printing or transcription errors. The Manufacturer reserves the right to alter the information without prior notice, except when they affect safety. This document or any of its parts cannot be copied, altered or reproduced without written authorization from the Manufacturer. Keep the manual and look after it for the entire life cycle of the machine. The information has been drawn up by the manufacturer in his own language (Italian) to provide users with the necessary indications to use the key-cutting machine independently, economically and safely.

IMPORTANT NOTE: in compliance with current regulations relating to industrial property, we hereby state that the trade-marks or trade names mentioned in our documentation are the exclusive property of authorized manufacturers of locks and users. Said trade-marks or trade names are nominated only for the purposes of information so that any lock for which our keys are made can be rapidly identiﬁ ed.

INDEX

USE OF THE MANUAL .......................................................................................................................1

GENERAL WARNINGS .......................................................................................................................3

1 MACHINE DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................................4

1.1 Main working parts ......................................................................................................................6

1.2 Technical Data ............................................................................................................................7

1.3 Electric circuit ..............................................................................................................................7

1.4 Accessories provided ..................................................................................................................8

2 TRANSPORT ........................................................................................................................................9

2.1 Packing .......................................................................................................................................9

2.2 Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................9

2.3 Handling the machine .................................................................................................................9

3 MACHINE INSTALLATION AND PREPARATION ..............................................................................10

3.1 Checking for damage ................................................................................................................10

3.2 Environmental conditions ..........................................................................................................10

3.3 Positioning ...............................................................................................................................10

3.4 Description of work station .......................................................................................................10

3.5 Separate parts ..........................................................................................................................11

3.5.1 Carriage handle...............................................................................................................11

3.5.2 Power cable ....................................................................................................................11

3.5.3 Fixing bracket ..................................................................................................................12

3.6 Connection to the mains ...........................................................................................................12

4 MACHINE REGULATION AND UTILIZATION ....................................................................................13

4.1 Micrometric tracer point ............................................................................................................13

4.2 Tracer point spring ....................................................................................................................13

4.3 Checking and calibration ...........................................................................................................13

4.4 Calibration .................................................................................................................................13

5 CUTTING OPERATIONS ..................................................................................................................16

5.1 Tilting carriage for rounding off key cuts ...................................................................................16

5.2 Cutting bit and double bit keys ..................................................................................................17

5.3 Cutting keys with central stop ...................................................................................................19

5.4 Cutting short double bit keys .....................................................................................................20

5.5 Cutting pump keys ....................................................................................................................21

6 MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................22

6.1 Replacing the brush ..................................................................................................................22

6.2 Replacing the cutting tool ..........................................................................................................23

6.3 Replacing the tracer point .........................................................................................................24

6.4 Replacing the fuses ..................................................................................................................24

6.5 Access to the lower compartment .............................................................................................25

6.6 Replacing the main switch ........................................................................................................25

6.7 Replacing the motor ..................................................................................................................26

6.8 Replacing and/or adjusting tension on the belt .........................................................................27

6.9 Replacing the motor on switch .................................................................................................28

6.10 Replacing the condenser ..........................................................................................................28

7 DISPOSING OF MACHINE ................................................................................................................29

8 ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................................................30

8.1 How to request service .............................................................................................................30

Operating manual FASTBIT

USE OF THE MANUAL

This manual has been drawn up by the Manufacturer and is an integral part of the machine literature. The manual gives information it is obligatory for the operator to know and which makes it possible to use the machine safely.

User’s Manual

This user’s manual is provided because it is essential for proper use and maintenance of the machine. The manual must be kept carefully throughout the life of the machine, including the decommissioning stage. Keep in a dry place close to the machine where it is always to hand for the operator.

ATTENTION: IT IS OBLIGATORY to read the manual carefully before using the machine.

Readers’ characteristics

This manual must be read and its contents acquired by those who will use it.

Manufacturer’s ID

FASTBIT has an ID plate located on the right side of the machine, showing the serial number.

Fig. 1

(*) see chap. 7 DISPOSING OF MACHINE.

How to apply for after-sales service

Silca provides purchasers of FASTBIT with After-Sales Service. For the total safety of the operator and machine, any operation not described in the manual must be carried out by the manufacturer or in the special Service Centres recommended by Silca. At the end of the manual there is a list of manufacturers’ and authorized Service Centre addresses. The warranty card attached to the machine covers free repairs or replacement of faulty parts for 24 months from the date of purchase*. All operations must be agreed by the user with Silca or the Service Centre.

* Damage caused by negligence or wrong use of the machine by the user will null the warranty.

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TERMINOLOGY

Per coloro che mancano di esperienza in materia di chiavi e cifratura, ecco un’illustrazione dei termini più frequenti utilizzati:

Fig. 2

1) Head

2) Stem

3) Tip

4) Bit

5) Stop

6) Side

GRAPHICS IN THE USER’S MANUAL

Pay attention Obligation to read the manual

GRAPHICS ON THE FASTBIT MACHINE

Obligatory use of safety goggles Read instructions before use

7) Cuts

WARNING!

cutting tool in motion

WARNING!

presence of electric power

Earth connection Cutter rotation direction

Operating manual FASTBIT

GENERAL WARNINGS

FASTBIT is designed to the principles of European Standards (CE). Right from the design stage solutions have been adopted to eliminate hazards for the operator in all the stages of use: handling, regulation, use and maintenance. The materials used in manufacture and the components employed in using FASTBIT are not dangerous and ensure that the machine complies to current standards. Silca S.p.A. has also experimented and applied numerous technical solutions that allow the key-cutting machine to optimize the quality of the cut keys. To guarantee maintaining these results over time, please follow the instructions below:

• Observe the procedures described in this manual;

• Always use Original Silca Tools as they are designed to make the best of FASTBIT and provide quality key-cutting;

• Use Silca key blanks, made with top quality materials;

• Have the key-cutting machine checked periodically by an authorized Silca After-Sales Service Centre (list at the end of this manual);

• Always use Silca Original Spare Parts. Beware of imitations!

NORMAL USE

FASTBIT is a key-cutting machine and must be installed and used according to the rules and speciﬁ cations established by the manufacturer. Any other use different from that indicated in this manual will cause the forfeiture of all customers’ rights to make claims on Silca S.p.A. and may be an unknown source of hazard for the operator or third parties.

ATTENTION: negligent use or failure by the operator to observe the instructions in this manual are not covered by the warranty and the manufacturer declines any responsibility in such cases.

SAFETY

The key-cutting machine is built entirely to standards. The operations for which it has been designed are easily carried out at no risk to the operator. The adoption of general safety precautions (wearing protective goggles) and observation of the instructions provided by the manufacturer in this manual eliminate all human error, unless deliberate. The key-cutting machine is designed with features which make it completely safe in all its parts.

• Cutter motor protection

A TTENTION: the cutter motor is protected from overheating by a device (inside the motor) that stops it when it reaches a dangerous temperature.

This condition can occur when the machine motor is left on continuously, with high ambient temperatures or in severe working conditions. If the cutter motor overheats it cuts out automatically. In such cases proceed as follows: a) turn off the master switch (H). b) let the motor cool for at least 2 hours then use the machine normally.

RESIDUAL RISKS

There are no further risks arising from the use of the machine.

SAFETY REGULATIONS

• Always disconnect the machine when it is not in use or when performing maintenance operations.

• Check the electrical wiring periodically; replace any wires that show signs of wear.

• Always work with dry hands free of grease or oil.

• Never pull hard on the power lead and make sure it does not come into contract with oil, sharp objects or heat. Never remove the earth wire from the plug. Make sure the earth wire connection is sound.

• Do not use the machine in dangerous environments (wet or damp).

• All visitors, especially children, must stay at a safe distance from the machine and must never come into contact with the electric wiring.

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1 MACHINE DESCRIPTION

FASTBIT is a professional key-cutting machine for bit, double bit, pump keys, mail box keys and special keys.

Fig. 3

The main parts of the machine are described below:

• Main switch

The key-cutting machine is connected to a power socket provided with a differential switch; when the machine is turned on by means of the switch (H) located on its right-hand side, the warning light (H1) comes on to show that the machine is live.

ATTENTION: switch (H) is electromagnetic, in the event of a power failure it goes out automatically. When electricity is restored it must be reset manually to power the machine again by means of the plug.

• Motor start-up switch

On the left-hand side of the motor there is the motor start switch (K).

ATTENTION: the illuminated switch remains on to indicate that the key-cutting machine has been started (cutter in motion).

• Motor and transmission unit

Motor transmission takes place by belt. On the right-hand side of the motor there is the transmission shaft which moves the cutting tool (F) and the brush (S). These components are protected by:

cutting tool cover (N)

brush cover (P)

• Clamp carriages

The horizontal carriage (C) controlled by lever (A) has a handle (B) for front movement and holds 2 clamps (J). The carriage is so designed as to avoid accumulation of dust or cutting swarf. The machine is designed with a ramp along which chippings can fall into the special chippings tray (L) placed under the carriage and easily removable for emptying and cleaning.

Fig. 4

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• Cutting unit

The cutting unit contains the actual working parts of the FASTBIT key-cutting machine, which operate together to cut and ﬁ nish keys “read” from the originals. The working parts are described below.

• Cutting Tool

The cutting tool (F) is the part of the FASTBIT used for cutting key blanks. The cutting tool is in HSS super rapid steel and is protected by a special cover (N) to ensure safe operation.

• Micrometric tracer point

The tracer point (E) dedicated to reading the cuts on keys to be copied is housed on the left-hand side of the machine. Depth is easily regulated by means of the relevant centesimal ring nut (G).

• Clamp knobs

The clamps are locked by two anatomical handles (J1), which ensure perfect grip on the keys with only slight locking pressure.

• Brush

The brush (S) is used to eliminate burrs from the cuts and is made of non-abrasive material. Press the motor start switch (K) to activate the brush.

• Clamps

The clamps (J) comprise two jaws which ensure perfect hold on the shafts of bit/double bit and pump keys.

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1.1 Main working parts

E E1

A - carriage movement lever B - carriage handle C - clamp carriage D - carriage release pin (tilting) E - tracer point E1 - tracer point spring locking knob F - cutting tool G - tracer point ring nut H - main switch H1 - warning light (power)

Fig. 6

J - clamp J1 - clamp handle K - motor start switch L - swarf tray M - motor N - cutting tool cover P - brush/belt cover R - power supply socket S - brush

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1.2 Technical Data

Power supply: 230V - 50/60Hz Maximum absorbed power: 230V: 2 Amp. 180 Watt

Cutter motor: single phase and speed Movements: by ball joint on rectiﬁ ed carriage Cutter: in Acciaio Super Rapido (HSS) Tool speed: 50Hz: 600 rpm

60Hz: 720 rpm

Runs (maximum length of cuts): 42 mm Dimensions: width: 400 mm - depth: 460 mm - height: 300 mm Mass: Kg. 15.4 Noise level: sound pressure Lp(A) = less than 70 dB(A)

1.3 Electric circuit

The main parts of the electric circuit on the key-cutting machine are listed below:

1) Power supply socket

2) Fuses 4 Amp rapid (230V)

3) Master switch

4) LED

5) Motor start switch

6) Motor with collector: 230V-50/60Hz

7) Condenser

Fig. 7

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