1300PL Machine Maintenance
In This Section, You'll Learn:
About the required maintenance procedures that you must do so that this machine operates as designed.
Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section.
Maintenance Safety
Read and understand the following safety messages before beginning any maintenance procedures.
All Maintenance Procedures
Understand that the machine is automatically controlled and can start at any time.
Power off the machine and disconnect the pneumatic supply before doing any maintenance procedures.
When appropriate, lockout/tagout the and the pneumatic supply line before doing any maintenance procedures.
Wear safety eye protection rated for ANSI Z87+.
Swarf Maintenance Procedures
Wear work gloves.
Maintenance Schedules
To keep your machine running as smoothly as possible, you must regularly do the following maintenance procedures.
NOTE: Before you begin any maintenance procedures, read and understand "Maintenance Safety".
If you disassemble any components, refer to the machine's reference drawings when you've completed the maintenance procedure. For information, see Diagrams and Parts Lists. For any additional support, we can help. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed.
Daily
Clean the machine of any dust or abrasive particle buildup with a vacuum and brushes.
Wipe dust off of the linear rails with a clean cloth.
Weekly
Clean all exterior surfaces with a clean rag.
Examine the water table's level and, if necessary, add water / rust inhibitor.
Check your plasma torch consumables for wear and replace if needed.
Monthly
Clean the electrical cabinet vents of dust with a clean cloth or compressed air.
Remove the slats and clean sediment buildup from the bottom of the water table.
Semi-Annually
Check drive belts for wear and re-tension if needed.
Remove faceplate from torch lifter and clean lead screw with a lint-free cloth.
As Needed
Replace the water table's slats when they have been worn away too much to hold stock securely.
Adjust Rack and Pinion Preload
Looking for more information?
This is a section of the 1300PL operator's manual. To view the whole manual, go to Tormach document UM10720.
If you have additional questions, we can help. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed.