Department of Mechanical Engineering Standard Operating Procedure
Department of Mechanical Engineering Standard Operating Procedure
PRE-OPERATION:
Ensure you are familiar with CNC ‘nesting’ and ‘tool-pathing’ software functionality.
Locate & ensure you are familiar with the operation of the ON/OFF and emergency stop
controls.
Ensure that front guard door and safety devices are in position and secured.
Only machine materials that are suitable for this turning process.
Ensure that the mill cutter bit size and profile conforms to specifications. This machine
must be isolated while any adjustments are made to the milling head or tool cradle.
Ensure all cutters are sharp and free of resin build up or wear.
Adjust the waste collector shroud (where fitted) correctly for maximum efficiency.
Be aware of any other personnel in the immediate vicinity and ensure the area is clear
before using this equipment.
Familiarize yourself with all electrical and mechanical operations and controls, including
any handheld keypad interface remote control.
Never attempt to program this CNC machine without proper training.
OPERATION:
POST-OPERATION
On completion, isolate the switches. Leave the machine in a tidy, clean and safe manner.
RECORD TO BE MAINTAINED
Laboratory Manual containing the experiments that can be performed with the
equipment
Maintenance Record
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Ensure you are familiar with CNC ‘nesting’ and ‘tool-pathing’ software
functionality.
Locate and ensure you are familiar with the operation of the ON/OFF and
emergency stop.
Ensure that front guard door and safety devices are in position and secured.
Only machine materials that are suitable for this turning process.
Ensure lathe cutting bit size and shape conforms to specifications. The machine
must be isolated while any adjustments are made to the cutter head.
Ensure all cutters are sharp and free of resin build-up or wear.
Adjust the dust collector shroud (where fitted) correctly for maximum efficiency.
Be aware of any other personnel in the immediate vicinity and ensure the area is
clear before using this equipment.
Familiarize yourself with all electrical and mechanical operation and controls,
including any handheld keypad interface remote control
OPERATION:
POST-OPERATION
On completion, isolate the switches. Leave the machine in a tidy, clean and safe
manner.
RECORD TO BE MAINTAINED
Laboratory Manual containing the experiments that can be performed with the
equipment
Maintenance Record