TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Pre-Install Checklist
- Self-Install Video
- Packing Material / Supports
- Connecting the Liquid Chiller
- Connecting your Dust Collector
- Powering up your machine for the First Time
When installing the 580DC, there are a few items that need to be checked:
Pre-Install Checklist
Recommended Working Clearance
Here are the dimensions and installation foot print for the X-Mill 580DC - Please note the following:
- Recommended Working Clearances are to ensure that you are able to work around and service the machine in-place.
- The machine cabinet has ventilation on it's lower-right side that should be left open if you intend to keep the chiller inside the lower cabinet.
Air Compressor with Dry Air
The Milling Machine requires Oil-free and Water-free compressed air:
- Air Pressure must be between 0.6 Mpa and 0.8 Mpa
- Flow Rate greater than 60L / Min or 2.12cfm
- 8mm OD Air Tube
Power Supply
The Milling Machine must meet the following power requirements:
- Voltage: 220V AC ±5% 60HZ
- Power Consumption: 3.5KW (Including Vacuum)
- Recommended 20AMP Breaker
Coolant for Liquid-Chilled Spindle
The Machine uses a liquid-chilled spindle that requires 8L (Liters) of Automotive Antifreeze for operation.
- You must use a pre-diluted 50/50 mixture of antifreeze coolant.
- This coolant does not require you to add any water.
- We highly recommend using only Asian Vehicle coolant (Red / Pink)
- PEAK -50/50 Asian Vehicle Pre-Diluted Antifreeze / Coolant
- Valvoline Zerex Asian Vehicle 50 / 50
Self-Install Video
Packing Material / Supports
There are several foam inserts both within the machine's milling chamber and also within the machine's Disc Changer area that must be removed before the machine is powered on.
You can access the inside of the Disc Changer area by removing the steel panel on the right-hand side of the milling machine - There will be 6 hex screws that you will remove in order to free up the panel - please replace this panel after you have removed the foam inserts:
If you are unable to remove some of the foam inserts that are wedged in the machine, take note of the position of the foam piece and consult with our support team that can assist you in manually moving your machine's axes to facilitate the removal of the shipping foam.
Removing the Chuck Security Washer
Inside the machine, where the fixture adapter mounts flush - There is a security nut that is present during shipping. This must be removed before the machine can function. Simply use the wrench to remove this screw and the security washer will come out with it. Set this security washer back in the XTCERA Machine box for safe-keeping
BEFORE:
AFTER (Screw & Washer Removed):
BACK OF MACHINE:
Connecting the Liquid Chiller
The 580DC uses a liquid chilled spindle and includes an industrial chiller that will regulate the temperature of the liquid coolant and circulate this coolant throughout the machine as needed.
Placement of Chiller
You can place the chiller either beside the milling machine on the floor or inside of the milling machine's cabinet to save space.
PLEASE NOTE: If you place the chiller inside of the machine's cabinet, you must leave one of the machine's front doors open or manually remove it from the hinge to allow adequate air flow for the chiller to keep the coolant within an acceptable operating range.
Connecting the Coolant Hose
There will be 2 coolant hoses hanging free in the bottom of the machine's lower cabinet - You can hook these up to the hoses on the back of your chiller using the included coolant lines.
Please Note:
The chiller will ship with 5 hoses and 4 adapters - You must pre-assemble these pieces as shown in the self-installation guide before hooking them up to the hoses hanging inside of your machine.
Connecting the Power for the Chiller
The chiller gets power directly from the 580DC Milling Machine and thus does not require an additional wall outlet / plug. Simply run the included power cable through a small hole on the back of the cabinet and attach / secure this power line to the plug labeled, "Chiller" on the back of the mill.
Operating Temperatures for the Chiller
Your Liquid Chiller is designed to flatten the heat curve that your spindle will experience during normal or prolonged periods of operation. This reduces thermal expansion and reduces wear, while maintaining accuracy for your milling machine. Normal operating temperatures can range from 27C -33C. If your chiller exceeds 35C temperature, you may start to experience inaccuracies on the mill.
Connecting your Dust Collector
The 580DC Mill can use any dust collector, but if you are looking to have the vacuum turn on / off with the machine automatically, you must have the appropriate adapter cable for XTCERA machines.
Current Supported Dust Collector Units:
- Renfert PowerCAM EC
There is a hole on the back of the machine that allows for routing of the dust collector hose in and up to the bottom of the milling chamber.
Using the Large Dust / Particle Catcher
Your 580DC comes included with a Large Dust / Particular catcher. This will reduce the need to change your dust collector tray as often, allowing for longer service times.
See the following illustration showing how to hook up your vacuum:
Powering up your machine for the First Time
Please consult the manual for your machine for any specific start-up instructions
Connecting your machine to your network / WiFi
It is highly recommended to use a WIRED Ethernet connection with your mill - This will ensure that you always have a stable connection to your network for NC file transfers or when you need support.
Using WiFi
If you do not have a wired connection available, your milling machine does include a WiFi adapter. You can plug this in on the right side of the mill in one of the 2 open ports:
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