Bend-Tech Dragon A400 Guida all'installazione
Version 2.2 | English
A400
Part 2 of 4
Start-Up and Training Manual
Part 2: Machine Start-Up and Walkthrough
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Start-Up and Training Manual
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Dragon A400
Start-Up and Training Manual
Version 2.2
English
Original Instructions
January 2020
Bend-Tech LLC
729 Prospect Ave.
Osceola, WI 54020 USA
(651) 257-8715
www.bend-tech.com
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Contents
Contents...................................iv
01
Setup Inspection...................... 7
1.1 General Overview ...............7
1.2 Rail ..........................8
1.2.1 Rail Assembly ..............8
1.2.2 Checking Rail Level..........8
1.2.3 Checking Rail Straightness ....8
1.2.4 Rail Splices ................8
1.3 Trolley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.3.1 Trolley Cover ...............9
1.3.2 Trolley Bearing Adjustment ... 10
1.3.3 Trolley Operation ........... 10
1.4 Drive Belt Alignment..............11
1.4.1 Drive Pulley Spacing .........11
1.4.3 Drive Belt Clamp ........... 12
1.5 Drive Belt Tension Procedure ..... 12
1.5.1 Checking Drive Belt Tension .. 13
1.5.4 Drive Belt Tension Nut ....... 14
1.5.5 Adjusting Belt Tension ....... 14
1.5.6 Locking Drive Belt Tension ... 14
1.6 Control Box ................... 15
1.6.1 C Axis Control Box.......... 16
1.6.2 Main Power Cord........... 16
Contents
1.6.3 Main Power Switch ......... 16
1.6.4 Main Power Fuses.......... 16
1.6.5 Breakout Board ............ 17
1.6.7 Motor Cables .............. 18
1.6.8 Motor Location and Operation
Index......................... 18
1.6.9 Axis Sensor Cables ......... 18
1.6.10 E-Stop Cables ............ 19
1.6.11 Ethernet Port ............. 19
1.6.12 Air Line Connection ........ 20
1.6.13 Laser Cord............... 20
1.6.14 Tool Connections .......... 20
1.7 Power and Control Connections ... 21
1.7.1 Cable Connections ......... 21
1.7.2 Motor Connections. . . . . . . . . . 21
1.7.3 Motor Connector Check...... 21
1.7.4 Sensor Connections ........ 22
1.7.5 Air Line Connections ........ 22
1.7.6 Ground Cable ............. 23
02
Machine Walk Through .......... 25
2.1 Machine Overview .............. 25
2.2 Gate ........................ 25
2.2.1 Gate Overview............. 26
2.2.2 Gate Eccentric Bearing ...... 26
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2.2.3 Gate Lead Screws .......... 27
2.2.4 Gate Adjustment ........... 28
2.2.5 Gate Bearings ............. 28
2.2.6 Gate Rollers............... 28
2.2.7 Gate Clamp ............... 29
2.3 Material Support Lift............. 30
2.3.1 Material Support Lift
Overview...................... 30
2.3.2 Material Support Lift
Operation ..................... 30
2.3.3 Air Cylinder Adjustment ...... 31
2.4 Toolhead...................... 31
2.4.1 Toolhead Overview ......... 31
2.4.2 Toolhead Actuators ......... 32
2.4.3 Marker ................... 33
2.4.4 Engraver ................. 33
2.4.5 Engraver Air Regulators. . . . . . 33
2.4.6 Engraver Bleeder Valve ...... 34
2.4.7 Torch .................... 34
2.4.8 Laser .................... 34
2.5 Electrical Components ........... 34
2.5.1 Electrical Components
Overview...................... 34
2.5.2 Emergency Stops (E-Stops) .. 35
2.5.3 E-Stop Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
2.5.4 Homing Switches........... 35
2.5.5 Homing Sensor Designations
and Locations .................. 36
2.5.6 Homing Sensor Cable
Connections ................... 36
2.6 Motor Cable Connections. . . . . . . . . 37
2.6.1 Motor Cable Connection
Overview...................... 37
2.7 Hypertherm Unit................ 38
2.7.1 Hypertherm Overview ....... 38
2.7.2 Hypertherm Cable .......... 38
2.7.3 Amperage ................ 39
2.7.4 Air Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.7.5 Gas ..................... 39
2.7.6 Consumables.............. 40
2.7.7 Consumables Part List. . . . . . . 40
03
Machine Control Startup........ 41
3.1 Overview of Software Operation ... 41
3.1.1 Ethernet Connection ........ 41
3.2 Booting Up The Dragon A400 ..... 42
3.2.1 Power On Computer ........ 43
3.3 Power On Control Box ........... 43
3.3.1 Main Power Switch ......... 44
3.3.2 Green Power Button ........ 44
3.3.3 Launch Bend-Tech 7X ....... 44
3.3.4 Dragon A400 Software Color
Designations................... 44
3.3.5 Dragon CAM .............. 45
3.3.6 Machine Library ............ 45
3.3.7 Machine Control. . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.3.8 Mach3 Machine Control ..... 47
3.3.9 Enable Machine............ 48
3.4 Jog Controls System Check....... 48
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3.4.1 Open Jog Controls.......... 48
3.4.2 Motor Location and Operation
Index......................... 49
3.4.3 Jogging the Machine ........ 49
3.5 Homing The Machine............ 50
3.5.1 Homing An AXIS ........... 50
3.5.2 Axis Denition Table......... 50
3.5.3 Jog The Trolley ............ 51
3.5.4 Pre-Operational Drive Belt
Check ........................ 51
3.5.5 Home All Axis.............. 52
3.6 Hypertherm ................... 52
3.6.1 Hypertherm Power Switch .... 53
3.6.2 Hypertherm Cut Type........ 53
3.6.3 Hypertherm Air Supply....... 54
3.6.4 Hypertherm PSI Settings ..... 54
3.6.5 Hypertherm Cut Settings ..... 54
01
Setup Inspection
1.1 General Overview
After assembling the Dragon A400 it is important to conduct an initial inspection of components
to ensure proper setup. An improperly assembled machine can create numerous problems
once it comes time to power up the machine and begin operation.
This chapter is set up as a procedural. Following this procedure will ensure the Dragon A400 is
set up properly before it is powered up for operation.
It is often the case that a aw in the operation of the machine is the result of improper
setup. Initial inspection is critical to eliminating setup variables in the troubleshooting
process.
! Caution !
It is important to inspect the machine before it is powered up. Handling electrical
ttings can cause injury to the Operator. Always inspect electrical connections while
the machine is powered down, preferably disconnected from power sources.
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1.2 Rail
The Rail allows the Dragon A400 to precisely position material during the cutting process. The
Rail is mounted on the Rail Beam, which forms the “backbone” of the machine. Ensuring the
Rail is assembled correctly and is straight and level is critical to the overall operation of the
machine.
1.2.1 Rail Assembly
The Rail is assembled in sections. The number of sections will depend on the length of the
machine. There can be up to four Rail sections on the Dragon A400. It is critical that these
sections are straight and level to insure proper operation of the Trolley, and proper feed of
material to the Toolhead. If the Rail is not straight and level it can aect the operation of the
Drive Belt and/or damage the Drive Belt and Drive Belt system.
1.2.2 Checking Rail Level
Each Rail section should be checked for side-to-side level, and level along its length, using
a bubble level. If the Rail needs to be adjusted the Technician can use the Swivel Levelers
provided with the Dragon A400. The Swivel Levelers should be installed upon assembly. If
the machine is bolted to the oor, the bolts securing the Floor Brackets should be loosened
enough so the legs can be adjusted appropriately to level the Rail, then re-tightened.
1.2.3 Checking Rail Straightness
The Rail should be checked for straightness along its length. The most accurate way to check
for Rail straightness is by using a laser tool. However, a taut string will also work to check
straightness. If the Rail is not straight the Technician will need to straighten the Rail by aligning
each individual Rail section beginning at the front of the machine, using the front Rail section
as the benchmark.
1.2.4 Rail Splices
Ensure that each Rail Splice intersects with the next as seamlessly as possible. Ensure that all
of the Rail Splices are fastened properly to the Rail.
When equipped with the Cooling System it is recommended that the back of the Rail
be set slightly higher than the front
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1.3 Trolley
The Dragon A400 uses the Trolley to position the material during the machine’s cutting
process. Ensuring the Trolley is assembled correctly, and is mounted on the Rail correctly, is
critical to the operation of the machine.
1.3.1 Trolley Cover
In order to inspect for proper Trolley motor and sensor cable connections, the Trolley Cover
must be removed. This requires removing the 16 screws that secure the cover to the Trolley.
This also requires disassembling the E-stop switch located on the Trolley Cover.
Aligning the Rail Splices is one of the most dicult and time-consuming parts of the
assembly process. Ensuring Rail Splices are straight and even is critical to the setup
of the Dragon A400. Bend-Tech recommends experienced personnel perform the Rail
Splice installation.
The Dragon A400 is shipped with the Trolley Cover separate from the Trolley. Bend-
Tech recommends leaving the Trolley Cover o the machine in order to conduct initial
machine inspection. However, in some cases, the inspection will require Trolley Cover
removal.
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1.3.2 Trolley Bearing Adjustment
The Trolley is adjusted using the
two eccentric bearings located
underneath the mounting plate
on the left side. The bearings on
the right side of the Trolley are
stationary (not adjustable). If the
Technician attempts to rock the
Trolley from side-to-side on the
Rail there should be no play in
it. The Trolley should be snug to
the Rail. If there is any play in
the Trolley it will be necessary to
adjust the eccentric bearings located on the bottom of the Trolley. The Operator should use a
¾ in. wrench to adjust the Trolley eccentric bearings.
1.3.3 Trolley Operation
If there is no play in the
Trolley on the Rail, slide the
Trolley along the length of
the Rail to ensure smooth
operation. If it seems tight, it
may be necessary to adjust the
eccentric bearings to provide
smoother operation. If the
Trolley binds anywhere on the
Rail ensure the Rail is level and
straight as outlined in section
1.2. If it is determined that the
Rail is level and straight but
the Trolley is still binding, it will
be necessary to inspect and
measure the Rail to ensure it is
not out of alignment.
Chuck
Front of Trolley
Left Side Adjustable
Eccentric Bearings
Right Bearing
(Concentric)
Chuck
Front of Trolley
Left Bearing
(Eccentric)
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