2.1 VF-2YT PP - 3 + 1 Station

VF-2YT Pallet Pool - 3 + 1 Station - Installation

Pallet Pool Installation Video

The following service video shows how to install the 3 station pallet pool on the VF-2YT.

Note: This service video is for reference only and does not replace the written procedure.

Introduction

The following procedure will show you how to install a 3 station Pallet Pool on the following machines:

VF-2YT
VF-2SSYT
VM-2

The Next Generation software on the machine must be version 100.22.000.1010 or higher.

The Pallet Pool option is not field installable.

The VF-2YT must be level and anchored before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VMC-Installation procedure.

The Pallet Pool option has a room for a total of 4 pallets that can be installed on a VF-2YT with the Pallet Pool option.

The Pallet Pool has 2 servo axes. The PR axis rotates the Pallet Pool saddle and the PS axis extends and retracts the Pallet Pool saddle to load/unload the pallets.

Leveling Screws Hardware

Note: The washers [1] and nuts [2] are installed during shipping and should be saved for installation and not be discarded.

Note: The washer orientation [3] is important. The conical part of the washer should be against the casting, see illustration.

Shipping Brackets Removal

1

Remove the shipping bracket [2] from the Pallet Pool by removing the hardware [1] and removing the bracket [2] from the PS trolley plate [3].

2

After taking off the shipping bracket, attach the pallet locking mechanism [1] in its place with the provided hardware [2].

Note: The pallet locking mechanism can be found in the gray rubber maid tote.

3

Remove the cover [1] and its hardware [2] to expose the air cylinder [4] of the automatic window on the load station and raise the air cylinder [4] so that the brackets [3] and air cylinder are attached as shown.

Repeat this process for the air cylinder of the Auto Window on the VF-2YT. The gray and yellow air line tubing coming from the lube panel will need to be connected to the Auto Window air cylinder, the ports on the air cylinder will have gray and yellow zip ties to show where each tubing connects.

Note: Do this before placing the machine and pallet pool together for easier access.

Note: Machines built June 2024 and later will now be equipped with the new clamp sensors on the Auto Windows, for proper sensor adjustment/alignment refer to the Clamp Sensor Alignment section of the VMC - Auto Window - Installation procedure.

4

Remove the top shipping bracket [1] from the load station door.

Save the hardware to reuse in the next step.

5

The load station door hinges are in a zip lock bag zip tied to the load station doors.

Take one hinge [2] and remove the hardware covers [1].

Attach the hinge to the top of the door where the shipping bracket was previously as shown in the image [3].

Once he hinge is secured in place with the hardware, snap on the hardware covers [1]

6

Remove the bottom shipping bracket [1] from the load station door.

Save the hardware to reuse on the door hinge.

Repeat step 5 for the bottom hinge.

7

The load station door gas springs are in a zip lock bag zip tied to the load station doors.

Remove the retaining rings [2] from both sides of the gas spring [1].

Open the door and place the gas spring [1] on the ball studs as shown.

Install the retaining rings [2] on each side of the gas spring.

Repeat steps 4-7 for the second load station door.

Mating the Pallet Pool

1

The machine and Pallet Pool should be placed using the anchoring templates. Place the templates over one another so that the points in boxes [1] and [2] line up with each other. View the image for reference.

Important: To ensure that the Pallet Pool does not become mis-aligned, it is required that the machine and Pallet Pool be anchored after leveling. Refer to the following link: Anchoring Instructions.

The VF-2YT must be level and anchored before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VMC-Installation procedure.

2

Use a pallet jack or forklift to move the pallet pool close to the machine. When moving the pallet pool into the machine, center the cross bar opening on the pallet pool around the sheet metal bracket that covers the air cylinder on the auto window of the machine.

A decal [1] has been placed on the rear of the pallet pool to indicate where the pallet forks should lift the pallet pool from.

NOTE: Have the pallet jack pick up the pallet pool from the opposite side of where the slide window would be.

Electrical and Pneumatic Connections

1

Make sure the main circuit breaker is in the [OFF] position and wait until the Vector Drive High-Voltage light turns off.

Note: The PR (Pallet Rotate) and PS (Pallet Slide) amps are already installed at the factory.

Route the pallet pool cables into the control cabinet as shown in the illustration.

Note: Remove the panel under the electrical cabinet for access to the cables routed from the pallet pool.

Connect the PR motor encoder cable to Maincon PCB channel 15. Install the ferrite filter bead on the motor encoder cable.
Connect the PS motor encoder cable to Maincon PCB channel 16. Install the ferrite filter bead on the motor encoder cable.

Connect the PR motor power cable to the amplifier labeled PR. Install the ferrite filter bead on the motor power cable.

Connect the PS motor power cable to the amplifier labeled PS. Install the ferrite filter bead on the motor power cable.

2

Remove the jumper from P12 and connect PP CHG ST (cable 33-1163) [1] to P12 on the IOPCB.

Connect PALLET POOL DOOR STAT IO-BRACKET (cable 33-1114) [2] to P13 on the IOPCB.

Connect the pallet receiver Clamp and Unclamp switches to the pigtail [3] on cable 33-1114.

Note: The receiver clamp and unclamp connections are located under the electrical cabinet.

Connect PALLET ALARM (cable 33-1160) [4] to the pigtail cable at P3 on the SMTC/Triac PCB.

Connect the Pallet Load Station worklights (cable 33-5840) [5] to the Work Light LVPS power supply.

Make sure all the Pallet Pool status bracket connectors are plugged into the correct location.

3

Attach the cable [1] that runs along the top of the Pallet Pool to the prox sensor connection [2] on the Auto Window and run the cable along the top of the Pallet Pool as shown.

4

Route the air line with the T-fitting [1] from the pallet pool cable conduit into the lube panel as shown.

A small piece of air hose will need to be cut to connect to the air line in the lube cabinet [3].

Connect the air hose from the machine air gun [2] to the T-fitting as shown.

Route the orange [4] and blue [5] hoses from the inner load station window air cylinder to the bottom solenoid in the lube panel as shown. The ports on the solenoid will have orange and blue zip ties to show where each hose is connected.

Parameters and Settings

1

Set the main circuit breaker to the ON position.

Push [POWER ON].

Zero Return all the Axes

Do the following to enable the pallet pool option on a VF-2YT.

Important: You will need to do this step if you perform a option 5 clean install option on a VF-2YT with a pallet pool.

Set setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to None.

Note: Machine may need to cycle power for pararmetes to display.

Find the Haas Pallet Pool Parameters decal near the lifting decal on the Pallet Pool machine. Write down the values.

Use the USB Service key to go into Service Mode.

Press [DIAGNOSTIC] Go to the PARAMETERS> Factory setting tab.

Set the following factory settings values:

2128 [:] Pallet Pool Type = Hook
15.019 [:] PR-Axis Invisible = False
16.019 [:] PS-Axis Invisible = False
15.004 [:] PR-Axis Disable = False
16.004 [16:3] PS-Axis Disabled = False

Set the Grid and TC offsets for PR and PS axis

15.078 PR-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.140 PR-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
16.078 PS-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
16.140 PS-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
Zero Return after the grid offset is adjusted

Base Level Pallet Pool

1

Verify all outer supports feet are NOT touching the floor.

Make sure the pallet pool sit on 3 points, the leveling foot that is not touching the puck is the one closest to the machine control cabinet [1].

The distance from the floor to the bottom on the Pallet Pool base should be approximately 3.5 inches.

2

Move the saddle to its home position if it is not already, place the bubble level on the trolley plate and rough level with respect to X & Y.

NOTE: Rough level by adjusting the 3 leveling feet without adjusting the 4th in the air.

Once the base is leveled on the 3 points, bring the 4th leveling screw down to touch the pad.

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

It is possible to enter a condition where the shelves in the pallet scheduling page are not assigned [1]. This will not allow the PR and PS to zero return or recover the machine.

This section will explain how to assign the missing shelves, if your machine is not in this condition please skip to the next section.

First, press [CURRENT COMMANDS] and navigate to the Pallet Schedule Table tab.

2

Press [EMERGENCY STOP] [1] and highlight the shelf tab on pallet number one.

With [EMERGENCY STOP] pressed, type the letter A and press [ENTER]. This will assign shelf A to pallet number 1 [2].

3

Repeat the previous step for the remaining pallet numbers in alphabetical number [1].

NOTE: The shelves can be re-assigned at any point however the user chooses by repeating the same process (e.g. pallet number 3 can be assigned shelf B).

Align Pallet Drop Off Station

1

Insert the Service Key USB and put the machine in Service Mode.

Make sure there are no obstructions inside the machine or inside the pallet pool area. Pull out all the [E-STOPS] and [RESET] the alarms.

Press [ZERO RETURN] and then press [ALL]. The machine will zero return all the axes.

Once all the axis are zero returned press [RECOVER]. A pop up box will appear, select [2] for Pallet Changer Recovery.

2

Press [H] and then the [DELETE] [1] button. This will rotate the saddle [3] towards station H (as shown in the image).

Press [F1] [2] to open the auto window [4].

3

Jog the X & Y axes to the positions the values in Factory Settings 1.310 and 2.310, respectively.

Adjust the height on the pallet pool evenly if needed to be able to slide the pallet from the machine to the saddle.

In the Pallet Changer Recovery page press [F2] to unclamp the pallet [1] in the machine and try to manually slide the pallet [1] onto the pallet saddle [2]. Adjust Factory Setting 2.310 to adjust the y-axis position if necessary.

If more adjustment is needed once Factory Setting 2.130 is adjusted, adjust Factory Setting 2147 to adjust the shelf H PR offset.

Once the pallet saddle [2] and the receiver are properly aligned, manually jog the PR axis 4 degrees off and jog the PS and PR axes to manually hook the pallet.

Once the pallet is hooked and fully extended onto the receiver, set parameter 2137 [:] SHELF H SLIDE OFFSET.

In the Pallet Changer Recovery page while the pallet in the machine is hooked, press [INSERT] to return the pallet slide to home.

4

Once the pallet is moved off of the receiver [1], remove the nylon washers [2] that are on the (4) surrounding pins.

Align Pallet Loading Station

1

Level the load station by placing a bubble level on the load station table and adjusting the outer most feet [1].

2

Once the loading station is leveled, manually jog the pallet [1] into the load station until it is above the first two rollers [2].

Adjust the outermost leveling feet of the load station until the rollers [2] just barely make contact with the pallet [1].

The pallet should run smoothly across all of the rollers. Once the pallet rolls smoothly across all of the rollers, touch the inner feet to the ground if they are not yet.

At this point, use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to send the pallet into the Load Station and rotate the trolley plate out so that the pallet is no longer hooked on the trolley plate and verify that the locking mechanism dowel pin latches the pallet correctly.

If the locking mechanism is not latching the pallet properly, adjust the inner feet to help adjust the locking mechanism.

Important: Do not over adjust the inner leveling feet.

Jog the pallet out of the load station and proceed to the next step.

Note: If there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station, use the following steps to further adjust the load station alignment.

3

Follow this step if there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station.

Remove the sheet metal cover [1] from the load station table.

Loosen the (4) bolts [2] that secure the load station table.

After slowly jog the pallet [3] into the load station, but do not unhook it from the trolley.

4

Follow this step if there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station.

Slowly hand jog the pallet [1] off the load station so that the first two bolts [2] on the load station table are visible. Tighten the bolts [2].

Continue jogging the pallet [2] out of the load station so that the other (2) bolts [3] are showing. Tighten the bolts [3].

Once all bolts are tightened, torque them to 50 ft-lbs in a star pattern.

After the bolts are torqued, reattach the sheet metal piece that was removed in the previous step.

Align Remaining Pallet Shelves

1

Use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to pick up the pallet and rotate it to shelf G and hand jog the PS axis until the pallet is over the first two rollers of the load station.

The pallet should run smoothly across all of the rollers. If it does not run smoothly, use the outer leveling feet to help adjust and make a smoother shelf loading process.

Use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to send the pallet into shelf G and rotate the trolley plate out so that the pallet is no longer hooked on the trolley plate and verify that the locking mechanism dowel pin latches the pallet correctly.

Note: Refer to the next step for a more in depth explanation for how the locking mechanism dowel pin should latch the pallet correctly.

If the locking mechanism is not latching the pallet properly, adjust the leveling foot to help adjust the locking mechanism.

Repeat this for shelves F and E.

2

There should have been grease added to the trolley plate at [1] and on all of the dowel pins [2] in the pallet latch mechanisms, if this grease has rubbed off in shipping add more grease to these locations.

It should also be verified that the dowel pin in the pallet station latching mechanism makes at least 0.25 inches [3] of contact with the trolley plate. If this is not the case, adjust the shelf leveling feet to ensure the right amount of contact is being made at each pallet shelf.

Once the shelves are all aligned to satisfaction, anchor the pallet pool base.

Loading Other Pallets

1

Attach the provided I-bolts to the pallet shown. Attach lifting straps or safety hooks to the I-bolts. Use a fork lift to lift the pallet and into pallet station E.

Note: Make sure when lowering the pallet to not lower it onto the latch.

Note: The pallets can be loaded into the load station but keep an eye on the back wall when bringing in the pallet as to not hit the load station with the forklift.

Undo the I-bolts from the pallet and use the Pallet Recovery Page to move the pallet from station E to the other pallet stations.

Note: When loading the pallets into the pallet Load Station, make sure to use a proper lifting mechanism. Each pallet weighs approximately 250 lbs.

Repeat till all the pallets are in the pallet pool. Verify that the Pallet Scheduler Table page matches what is in the machine.

Setting Up Pallet Stations

1

Please refer to the PALLET POOL OPERATORS MANUAL for how to load the pallets onto the machine using the Pallet Scheduling Table.

Important: If there is no pallet on the pallet arm then the PR will go into the station at a 4 degree offset when the pallet arm is commanded into slide to a specified station using the recovery page. It goes in at a 4 degree offset to avoid hitting the pallet locking mechanism on the pallet stations, therefore when in the recovery page and the control asks if the pallet arm is holding a pallet it MUST be answered correctly or a collision may happen between the pallet arm and the pallet locking mechanism.

2

Install the tray and air gun [1] and the load station worklights [2] on the pallet pool as shown.

Place the provided totes under the Pallet Pool coolant discharge trays to catch the coolant and chips that drains from the pallets. One tote goes under the load station [3] and the other goes where the machine and pallet pool meet [4].

Empty the totes as needed.

Test the pick up / drop off operation on the remaining stations by using the pallet pool recovery functions.

Important: Each pallet has a max capacity of 750 lbs.

Verification

Load the pallets into all of the stations and the load station, leaving the machine receiver without a pallet.

WARNING: Do NOT run this program unless ALL pallets are loaded into the machine and the Pallet Schedule Table matches the machine's pallets locations.

Put the machine at 25% rapid and run the following program to verify that the machine cycles through all the pallets correctly.

M50 P1 ;

M50 P2 ;

M50 P3 ;

M50 P4 ;

M30 ;

2.2 VF-2YT PP - 6 + 1 Station

VF Pallet Pool - 6 + 1 Station - Installation

Pallet Pool Installation Video

The following service video shows how to install the 6 station pallet pool on the VF-2YT.

Note: This service video is for reference only and does not replace the written procedure.

Introduction

The following procedure will show you how to install a 6 station Pallet Pool on the following machines:

VF-2YT
VF-2SSYT
VM-2

The Next Generation software on the machine must be version 100.22.000.1010 or higher.

The VF-2YT must be level and anchored before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VMC-Installation procedure.

The Pallet Pool option is not field installable.

The Pallet Pool option has a room for a total of 7 pallets that can be installed on a VF-2YT with the Pallet Pool option.

The Pallet Pool has 2 servo axes. The PR axis rotates the Pallet Pool saddle and the PS axis extends and retracts the Pallet Pool saddle to load/unload the pallets.

Leveling Screws Hardware

Note: The washers [1] and nuts [2] are installed during shipping and should be saved for installation and not be discarded.

Note: The washer orientation [3] is important. The conical part of the washer should be against the casting, see illustration.

Shipping Brackets Removal

1

Remove the shipping bracket [2] from the Pallet Pool by removing the hardware [1] and removing the bracket [2] from the PS trolley plate [3].

2

After taking off the shipping bracket, attach the pallet locking mechanism [1] in its place with the provided hardware [2].

Note: The pallet locking mechanism can be found in the gray rubber maid tote.

3

Note: Do this before placing the machine and pallet pool together for easier access.

4

Remove the top shipping bracket [1] from the load station door.

Save the hardware to reuse in the next step.

5

The load station door hinges are in a zip lock bag zip tied to the load station doors.

Take one hinge [2] and remove the hardware covers [1].

Attach the hinge to the top of the door where the shipping bracket was previously as shown in the image [3].

Once he hinge is secured in place with the hardware, snap on the hardware covers [1]

6

Remove the bottom shipping bracket [1] from the load station door.

Save the hardware to reuse on the door hinge.

Repeat step 5 for the bottom hinge.

7

The load station door gas springs are in a zip lock bag zip tied to the load station doors.

Remove the retaining rings [2] from both sides of the gas spring [1].

Open the door and place the gas spring [1] on the ball studs as shown.

Install the retaining rings [2] on each side of the gas spring.

Repeat steps 4-7 for the second load station door.

Mating the Pallet Pool

1

The VF-2YT must be level and anchored before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VMC-Installation procedure.

2

Install the sheet metal walls [1] and crossbar [2] shown. The cut out in the crossbar [2] will be the guide for where to move in the pallet pool to the machine.

3

A decal [1] has been placed on the rear of the pallet pool to indicate where the pallet forks should lift the pallet pool from.

NOTE: Have the pallet jack pick up the pallet pool from the opposite side of where the slide window would be.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT attach the 3 station module before moving the pallet pool into the machine. Do NOT try to lift the whole pallet pool from the 3 station module, it will not properly hold the pallet pool.

Electrical and Pneumatic Connections

1

Make sure the main circuit breaker is in the [OFF] position and wait until the Vector Drive High-Voltage light turns off.

Note: The PR (Pallet Rotate) and PS (Pallet Slide) amps are already installed at the factory.

Route the pallet pool cables into the control cabinet as shown in the illustration.

Note: Remove the panel under the electrical cabinet for access to the cables routed from the pallet pool.

2

Remove the jumper from P12 and connect PP CHG ST (cable 33-1163) [1] to P12 on the IOPCB.

Connect PALLET POOL DOOR STAT IO-BRACKET (cable 33-1114) [2] to P13 on the IOPCB.

Connect the pallet receiver Clamp and Unclamp switches to the pigtail [3] on cable 33-1114.

Note: The receiver clamp and unclamp connections are located under the electrical cabinet.

Connect PALLET ALARM (cable 33-1160) [4] to the pigtail cable at P3 on the SMTC/Triac PCB.

Connect the Pallet Load Station worklights (cable 33-5840) [5] to the Work Light LVPS power supply.

Make sure all the Pallet Pool status bracket connectors are plugged into the correct location.

3

Attach the cable [1] that runs along the top of the Pallet Pool to the prox sensor connection [2] on the Auto Window and run the cable along the top of the Pallet Pool as shown.

4

Route the air line with the T-fitting [1] from the pallet pool cable conduit into the lube panel as shown.

A small piece of air hose will need to be cut to connect to the air line in the lube cabinet [3].

Connect the air hose from the machine air gun [2] to the T-fitting as shown.

Parameters and Settings

1

Set the main circuit breaker to the ON position.

Push [POWER ON].

Zero Return all the Axes

Do the following to enable the pallet pool option on a VF-2YT.

Important: You will need to do this step if you perform a option 5 clean install option on a VF-2YT with a pallet pool.

Set setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to None.

Note: Machine may need to cycle power for pararmetes to display.

Find the Haas Pallet Pool Parameters decal near the lifting decal on the Pallet Pool machine. Write down the values.

Use the USB Service key to go into Service Mode.

Press [DIAGNOSTIC] Go to the PARAMETERS> Factory setting tab.

Set the following factory settings values:

2128 [:] Pallet Pool Type = Hook
15.019 [:] PR-Axis Invisible = False
16.019 [:] PS-Axis Invisible = False
15.004 [:] PR-Axis Disable = False
16.004 [16:3] PS-Axis Disabled = False

Set the Grid and TC offsets for PR and PS axis

15.078 PR-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.140 PR-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
16.078 PS-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
16.140 PS-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
Zero Return after the grid offset is adjusted

Base Level Pallet Pool

1

Verify all outer supports feet are NOT touching the floor.

Make sure the pallet pool sit on 3 points, the leveling foot that is not touching the puck is the one closest to the machine control cabinet [1].

The distance from the floor to the bottom on the Pallet Pool base should be approximately 3.5 inches.

2

Move the saddle to its home position if it is not already, place the bubble level on the trolley plate and rough level with respect to X & Y.

NOTE: Rough level by adjusting the 3 leveling feet without adjusting the 4th in the air.

Once the base is leveled on the 3 points, bring the 4th leveling screw down to touch the pad.

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

It is possible to enter a condition where the shelves in the pallet scheduling page are not assigned [1]. This will not allow the PR and PS to zero return or recover the machine.

This section will explain how to assign the missing shelves, if your machine is not in this condition please skip to the next section.

First, press [CURRENT COMMANDS] and navigate to the Pallet Schedule Table tab.

2

Press [EMERGENCY STOP] [1] and highlight the shelf tab on pallet number one.

With [EMERGENCY STOP] pressed, type the letter A and press [ENTER]. This will assign shelf A to pallet number 1 [2].

3

Repeat the previous step for the remaining pallet numbers in alphabetical number [1].

NOTE: The shelves can be re-assigned at any point however the user chooses by repeating the same process (e.g. pallet number 3 can be assigned shelf B).

Align Pallet Drop Off Station

1

Insert the Service Key USB and put the machine in Service Mode.

Make sure there are no obstructions inside the machine or inside the pallet pool area. Pull out all the [E-STOPS] and [RESET] the alarms.

Press [ZERO RETURN] and then press [ALL]. The machine will zero return all the axes.

Once all the axis are zero returned press [RECOVER]. A pop up box will appear, select [2] for Pallet Changer Recovery.

2

Press [H] and then the [DELETE] [1] button. This will rotate the saddle [3] towards station H (as shown in the image).

Press [F1] [2] to open the auto window [4].

3

Jog the X & Y axes to the positions the values in Factory Settings 1.310 and 2.310, respectively.

Adjust the height on the pallet pool evenly if needed to be able to slide the pallet from the machine to the saddle.

If more adjustment is needed once Factory Setting 2.130 is adjusted, adjust Factory Setting 2147 to adjust the shelf H PR offset.

Once the pallet saddle [2] and the receiver are properly aligned, manually jog the PR axis 4 degrees off and jog the PS and PR axes to manually hook the pallet.

Once the pallet is hooked and fully extended onto the receiver, set parameter 2137 [:] SHELF H SLIDE OFFSET.

In the Pallet Changer Recovery page while the pallet in the machine is hooked, press [INSERT] to return the pallet slide to home.

4

Once the pallet is moved off of the receiver [1], remove the nylon washers [2] that are on the (4) surrounding pins.

Align Pallet Loading Station

1

Level the load station by placing a bubble level on the load station table and adjusting the outer most feet [1].

2

Once the loading station is leveled, manually jog the pallet [1] into the load station until it is above the first two rollers [2].

Adjust the outermost leveling feet of the load station until the rollers [2] just barely make contact with the pallet [1].

The pallet should run smoothly across all of the rollers. Once the pallet rolls smoothly across all of the rollers, touch the inner feet to the ground if they are not yet.

If the locking mechanism is not latching the pallet properly, adjust the inner feet to help adjust the locking mechanism.

Important: Do not over adjust the inner leveling feet.

Jog the pallet out of the load station and proceed to the next step.

Note: If there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station, use the following steps to further adjust the load station alignment.

3

Follow this step if there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station.

Remove the sheet metal cover [1] from the load station table.

Loosen the (4) bolts [2] that secure the load station table.

After slowly jog the pallet [3] into the load station, but do not unhook it from the trolley.

4

Follow this step if there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station.

Slowly hand jog the pallet [1] off the load station so that the first two bolts [2] on the load station table are visible. Tighten the bolts [2].

Continue jogging the pallet [2] out of the load station so that the other (2) bolts [3] are showing. Tighten the bolts [3].

Once all bolts are tightened, torque them to 50 ft-lbs in a star pattern.

After the bolts are torqued, reattach the sheet metal piece that was removed in the previous step.

Attach The 3 Station Module

1

Remove the shipping brackets [1] on the side of the 3 station module.

2

Use a pallet jack to move in the 3 station module [1] to the main pallet pool assembly.

Make sure to lift the module [1] higher than the main pallet pool for easier movement into the main assembly.

3

With the pallet jack still lifting the module while it is fully moved into the main assembly, install the top outer corner bolt to the bulkhead under station B as shown in [1]. Install the remaining 3 bolts under that bulkhead and verify all bolts are hand tight.

Lower the pallet jack so that the module will line up the bulkhead underneath station C [2] and install the bolts at the bulkhead, verify they are hand tight before moving to the next bulkhead.

Lower the pallet jack again so that the module will line up the bulkhead underneath station D [3] and install the bolts at the bulkhead, verify they are hand tight.

Note: An alignment rod can be used in the middle hole of the bulkheads to help line up the bulkhead holes when installing the bolts.

4

If it is not already, completely lower the pallet jack and remove it from the module.

Remove the module's lifting mechanism [1] and push down the brackets [2] underneath station E.

5

At this point, the holes on the main pallet pool assembly and the 3 station module should line up, if they do not adjust the module legs until the holes are lined up.

Once the holes are lined up install the sheet metal bolts [1] underneath station E. Also make sure to get the bolts underneath station E shown with [3].

Install the legs [2] for station E.

6

Install the rest of of the bolts along where the module meets the main pallet pool [1].

Once all the bolts are installed and the module is fully attached to the main assembly go back underneath and completely tighten the bulkhead bolts.

If the pallet pool has any feet remaining in the air, go ahead and touch them down to the ground. Do not put any weight on them at this time, they will need weight when adjusting the shelves next.

Align Pallet Shelves For Stations B, C, D, E, F, and G

1

Use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to pick up the pallet and rotate it to shelf F and hand jog the PS axis until the pallet is over the first two rollers of the load station.

The pallet should run smoothly across all of the rollers. If it does not run smoothly, use the outer leveling feet to help adjust and make a smoother shelf loading process.

Use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to send the pallet into shelf D and rotate the trolley plate out so that the pallet is no longer hooked on the trolley plate and verify that the locking mechanism dowel pin latches the pallet correctly.

Note: Refer to the next step for a more in depth explanation for how the locking mechanism dowel pin should latch the pallet correctly.

If the locking mechanism is not latching the pallet properly, adjust the leveling foot to help adjust the locking mechanism.

Repeat this for shelves G, E, D, C, and B. in that order.

This can be an iterative process and it may be required to adjust the leveling feet back and forth when adjusting the shelves.

Note: We recommend using a roughly 6ft long level to align the station by putting the level on the rollers of the saddle and adjusting the station till the station rollers touch the level.

2

It should also be verified that the dowel pin in the pallet station latching mechanism makes at least 0.25 inches[3] of contact with the trolley plate. If this is not the case, adjust leveling feet to ensure the right amount of contact is being made at each pallet shelve.

Loading Other Pallets

1

Attach the provided I-bolts to the pallet shown. Attach lifting straps or safety hooks to the I-bolts. Use a fork lift to lift the pallet and into pallet station B.

Note: Make sure when lowering the pallet to not lower it onto the latch.

Note: The pallets can be loaded into the load station but keep an eye on the back wall when bringing in the pallet as to not hit the load station with the forklift.

Undo the I-bolts from the pallet and use the Pallet Recovery Page to move the pallet from station B to the other pallet stations.

Note: When loading the pallets into the pallet Load Station, make sure to use a proper lifting mechanism. Each pallet weighs approximately 250 lbs.

Repeat till all the pallets are in the pallet pool. Verify that the Pallet Scheduler Table page matches what is in the machine.

Attach Remaining Sheet Metal Walls

1

Install the sheet metal wall closest to the load station use the four (4) nuts [1] and two (2) bolts [2] on the vertical edge. Use the five (5) bolts to secure it underneath.

2

Install the next sheet metal wall using all bolts in the same locations as the previous wall and install the E-Stop junction box as shown.

3

Install the remaining sheet metal walls [1] and the cross bars [2] in between.

Setting Up Pallet Stations

1

Please refer to the PALLET POOL OPERATORS MANUAL for how to load the pallets onto the machine using the Pallet Scheduling Table.

2

Install the tray and air gun [1] and the load station worklights [2] on the pallet pool as shown.

Empty the totes as needed.

Test the pick up / drop off operation on the remaining stations by using the pallet pool recovery functions.

Important: Each pallet has a max capacity of 750 lbs.

Verification

Load the pallets into all of the stations and the load station, leaving the machine receiver without a pallet.

WARNING: Do NOT run this program unless ALL pallets are loaded into the machine and the Pallet Schedule Table matches the machine's pallets locations.

Put the machine at 25% rapid and run the following program to verify that the machine cycles through all the pallets correctly.

M50 P1 ;

M50 P2 ;

M50 P3 ;

M50 P4 ;

M50 P5 ;

M50 P6 ;

M30 ;

2.3 EC PP - 6 + 1 Station

EC-400 Pallet Pool - Installation

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EC-400 Pallet Pool Installation - How To Video

The following service video shows how to install the 6 station pallet pool on the EC-400.

Note: This service video is for reference only and does not replace the written procedure.

Introduction

The following procedure will show you how to install a Pallet Pool on a EC-400 Horizontal Machining Center.

The Next Generation software on the machine must be version 100.19.000.1110 or higher.

Important: To ensure that the Pallet Pool does not become mis-aligned, it is recommended that the machine and Pallet Pool be anchored. Refer to the following link: Anchoring Instructions.

The Pallet Pool option has 6 pallet stations plus 1 pallet in the machine. A maximum of 7 pallets can be installed on a EC-400 with the Pallet Pool option.

The Pallet Pool has 2 servo axes. The PR axis rotates the Pallet Pool ram and the PS axis extends and retracts the Pallet Pool ram to load/unload the pallets.

The EC-400 must be leveled before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the EC-400 Installation procedure.

To level the machine without the Pallet Pool connected to the machine, do the following:

Make sure that there is a shorting block [1] installed on the top two pins of the P12 connector on the I/O PCB

Make sure there is a jumper (P/N 33-0527) [2] connected to I/O PCB at P14.
Note: These jumpers are needed to operate the machine without the Pallet Pool.

Disable the pallet pool, change setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to Pallet Pool.

Note: The above step will disabled the Pallet Pool to allow you to zero return the machine so it can be leveled.

Refer to the EC-400 - Installation procedure.

Leveling Screws Hardware

Note: The washers [1] and nuts [2] are installed during shipping and should be saved for installation and not be discarded.

Note: The washer orientation [3] is important. The conical part of the washer should be against the casting, see illustration.

Pallet Pool Ready Pre-Installation

The Pallet Pool Ready Pre-Installation is for EC-400 machines that are adding a Pallet Pool that did not order the Pallet Pool as an initial option. This is for the Pallet Pool Ready Installation only.

NOTE: Skip the Pallet Pool Ready Pre-Installation if the EC-400 was initially ordered with the Pallet Pool option.

Requirements:

Only compatible with EC-400's built after 07/2018.
93-1001011 PALLET POOL READY FIELD INSTALL EC-400 has been installed.
Machines purchased before 11/10/23 will need to order 93-3946 EC-400 E-STOP REPLACEMENT KIT
T-1357: Bearhug Socket BG-09 40 & 50-taper
Rubber Mallet

This procedure applies to the following kits:

Pallets in Inches will order kit:

93-1001010: PALLET POOL FIELD INSTALL INCH EC-400

Pallets in Metric will order kit:

93-1001013: PALLET POOL FIELD INSTALL METRIC EC-400

1

Push [POWER OFF].

Set the main circuit breaker to the [OFF] position.

Lock the main circuit breaker. Use an approved lock with an approved safety tag.

Danger: If the voltage indicator light is on, do not touch the electrical components. The high voltage in the electrical cabinet can kill you. Wait for the voltage indicator LED to go off fully.

2

Remove E-Stop [1] from panel.

Disconnect Pallet Alarm Cable (P/N 33-0428) at P50 [2] from the I/O NGC Board in the Control Cabinet.

Disconnect cable at P12 [3] from the I/O NGC Board in the Control Cabinet.

Disconnect male pin cables from PC ELECT CONN BRKT [4] labeled:

PROBE UP
PROBE DOWN

Disconnect female pin cables from PC ELECT CONN BRKT [4] labeled:

DOOR OPEN SW
STD LCKD SW
Note: APC Proximity switch will only be disconnected from the PC ELECT CONN BRKT [4] labeled STD LCKD SW and does not have to be removed from inside the APC casting.

3

Remove access panel [1].

Follow the cable [2] to remove E-Stop completely.

Cable should have already been disconnect from P50 in step 1.

NOTE: Store the E-Stop and their cables in a safe location, these will be used by the service personnel to install the Pallet Pool for machines built after 10/11/2023.

4

Remove the APC Door Interlock by following these steps in order:

Close the airline [1].
Release the remaining entrapped air by pulling the pin [2].
Make sure the gauge reads 0 PSI [3].
Remove the Solenoid [4].
Install plug [5].
Remove the hose from the fitting [6].
Note: Once hose is removed from the fitting from the interlock, the hose may be left routed on the machine.

5

Remove APC Front Load Station Enclosure Panels in the following order:

[1] ENCL PANL SKIRT FRONT
[2] ENCL PANL FRONT LOWER
[3] ENCL PANL PALLET LOAD DOOR & HEADER ASSEMBLY
[4] ENCL PANL FRONT RIGHT
[5] ENCL PANL FRONT LEFT
[6] ENCL PANL TOP FRONT LEFT
[7] ENCL PANL TOP FRONT RIGHT

Note: Use a stiff putty knife and a rubber mallet to help remove front apc enclosure panels.

6

Remove the ENCL DRAIN PAN UPPER CENTER [1].

7

Turn Pallet [1] 90 degrees counter clockwise so that the arrow on the PALLET [1] and the arrow on the APC LOAD STATION DISC [2] are pointing towards each other.

8

Using a lifting apparatus and eyebolts, remove Pallet.

Note: Turn LOAD STATION DISC [2] 90 degrees clockwise using handle so that the arrow is back to the original position. This must be done to place the pallet back on to the H-frame.

9

Remove (3) bolts [1] to remove LOAD STATION LOCK PLATE [2].

10

Remove APC COVER [1] by removing (5) bolts.

Remove SPRING [2].

Remove LOCK NUT [3] using T-1357.

Remove (6) bolts [4] to remove APC LOAD STATION DISC [5] and APC LOAD STATION SPINDLE [6].

Note: The top bearing [7] and bottom bearing [8] will be reused in the new APC Load Station Spindle provided in the kit. Use a rubber mallet to help remove and install the bearings. The bottom bearing [8] might still be in place in the APC Bridge. If it falls out when removing the spindle, add grease and place it back into the APC Bridge.

11

Remove Load Station parts:

[1] (4) Bolts

[2] APC LOAD STATION HANDLE

[3] APC LOAD STATION PIN SLEEVE

[4] APC LOAD STATION SHOT PIN

12

Clean bore [1] and apply grease to the bore [1] and the bearings [4][5].

Add PIN [2] into APC LOAD STATION SPINDLE [3] provided in the kit.

Slide TOP BEARING [2] into the APC LOAD STATION SPINDLE [3]

Slide BOTTOM BEARING [5] from underneath the body into the bore [1].
Note: The bottom bearing [8] might still be in place in the APC Bridge. In case it fell out when removing the spindle, add grease and place it back into the APC Bridge.

Install the APC LOAD STATION SPINDLE [3] and tighten the LOCKNUT [6].

13

Install APC LOAD STATION PIN

14

Align the Disc [1] with the Pin on the Spindle and torque the (6) bolts [2].

Use Haas Fastener Torque Specifications.

15

Torque Lock Nut [1] using T-1357 to 100 lb-ft and use the (5) bolts to install the APC Cover [2].

Use Haas Fastener Torque Specifications.

16

Place APC Pallet [2] back on the H-frame using a lifting apparatus [1] and eyebolts so that it aligns with the (4) pins [3].

17

Add Black Foam Tape to panels [3], [4], [6], and [7].

Install panels in the following order:

[1] ENCL PNL TOP FRNT LT EC-400PP
[2] ENCL PNL TOP FRNT RT EC-400PP
[3] PP SKIRT LEFT UPPER
[4] PP SKIRT RIGHT UPPER
[5] PP SKIRT FRONT LEFT
[6] PP SKIRT FRONT LEFT
[7] PP SKIRT FRONT RIGHT

Moving the Pallet Pool Into Position

The following procedure will show you how to attach the Pallet Pool assembly to the EC-400.

Important: If the EC-400 was built before 3/8/19 the base casting will not have the alignment features for the pallet pool. It will still be possible to add a pallet pool, but alignment will be more challenging.

1

Place a pallet on the machine load station. This pallet will be used in the leveling and alignment section.
NOTE: Do not place any of the pallets in the pallet pool at this time.

Remove the shipping brackets and all packing material from the Pallet Pool assembly. Remove the pallet pool guard panels [1].

Raise the Pallet Pool support feet [2] off the ground.

2

Pallet Pool Panel Alignment Arms Installation

Install the alignment arms [1] on to the pallet pool casting with the provided hardware.
NOTE: Zip-tie the cables and hoses to the pallet pool casting so you can move the pallet pool assembly into position without damage.

Use a pallet jack with long forks [2] to move the pallet pool assembly into position.

Move the pallet pool assembly so the alignment arms [1] are within 3 - 6” (76 - 152 mm) of the base casting locating tabs.
NOTE: If you don’t have a pallet jack with long forks. We recommend having the machine riggers place the Pallet Pool within the distance mentioned above.

Install the leveling pads [3] under the pallet pool and lower the pallet pool.

3

Evenly tighten the turnbuckles until the alignment arms are almost tight against the alignment bars, STOP once the alignment bars are approximately 1-2" away from the alignment blocks.

Adjust the height of the pallet pool so that the height of the alignment bars are to the center of the blocks before tightening the turnbuckles flush to the alignment blocks. Raise or lower the pallet pool leveling screws evenly when doing so. During this time, lower or raise the pallet pool assembly so the pallet pool coolant drip pan [5] goes on top of the EC-400 coolant pan.
NOTE: Be sure the drip edge of the EC-400 goes over the pallet pool sheet-metal.

Continue to evenly tighten the turnbuckles until the alignment arms are tight against the alignment blocks.

Once the alignment bars and blocks are evenly flush to each other, loosen the turn buckles 2 rotations.

4

Pallet Pool Coolant Drip Pan

To prevent coolant from running out of the machine apply sealant around the coolant drip pan.

Once both alignment arms are fully mated with the casting, loosen the turnbuckles about two turns.

5

Lifting Decal

The following decal is placed on the machine for safely moving the machine.

Electrical Installation

The following procedure will show you how to connect the electrical connections to the EC-400.

NOTE: The PR (Pallet Rotate) and PS (Pallet Slide) amps are already installed at the factory. If this installation is for a Pallet Pool Ready, then PR and PS should have been installed in the EC - 400 - Pallet Pool Ready - Installation.

1

Turn [OFF] the main circuit breaker and wait until the Vector Drive High-Voltage light turns off.

Remove the operator side access panels [1].
Route the pallet pool cables [2] as shown in the illustration. The pallet pool work lights are routed among these cables.

Connect the PR motor encoder cable to Main Control PCB channel 15 [4].

Connect the PS motor encoder cable to Main Control PCB channel 16 [3].

Connect the PR motor power cable to the amplifier labeled PR [5]. Install the ferrite filter bead on the motor power cable and secure the motor power cables using the 3/8" ID STEEL CLAMP to the bracket.

Connect the PS motor power cable to the amplifier labeled PS [6]. Install the ferrite filter bead on the motor power cable and secure the motor power cables using the 3/8" ID STEEL CLAMP to the bracket.

Important: Green ground PR & PS motor cables share the same terminal connection hole on the bracket.

2

Important: This step only pertains to machines purchased before 11/10/2023 who ordered a Pallet Pool Ready Kit (P/N 93-1001011)

Important: If the machine was built before 11/10/2023, the aux panel cable (P/N 33-0528) will be found in the 93-3946 EC-400 E-STOP REPLACEMENT KIT and will need to be routed following the cables in the image.

Install E-Stop [1] using (4) FHCS 4-40x1/4 and route the cables through the grommet [2].

Remove the access panel.

Find the existing cable aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0424) or (P/N 33-1424) that was disconnected from P12 and Probe Up and Probe Down on the PC Bracket when removing E-Stop. This is found in step 1 from the Pallet Pool Ready Pre-Installation. This cable should be removed and replaced by aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0528).

Route the aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0528) [3] so that it is connected to P12 [4] to the I/O PCB and the two male pin connectors to the Pallet Changer Bracket [5] Probe Up and Probe Down.
Note: Probe Up and Probe Down male pin connectors are placed in the PC Bracket and will later be used if the WIPS option is installed.

Route the aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0424A) [6] from the Pallet Pool E-Stop and connect it to the pig tail of cable (P/N 33-0528) [6].

Connect pallet alarm cable [7] (P/N 33-0482) to the I/O PCB at P50 [8].

Remove jumper (P/N 33-0527) [3] from I/O PCB at P14 and connect the pallet pool status cable (P/N 33-0427) [9] I/O PCB at P14 [10].

Make sure all the Pallet Pool status bracket connectors are plugged into the correct location.

3

The pallet pool work lights are connected to the LVPS on the bottom left corner of the cabinet to the proper terminals labeled on the cable.

4

Find the aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0528) inside the electrical cabinet and remove the jumper (P/N 33-0531) [1].

Route the aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0424A) [2] from the Pallet Pool and connect it to the pig tail of cable (P/N 33-0528).

Remove jumper (P/N 33-0527) [3] from I/O PCB at P14. Install the pallet pool status cable (P/N 33-0427) to the pallet pool bracket and route the cable and connect it to the I/O PCB at P14 [4].

Connect pallet alarm cable [5] (P/N 33-0482) to the I/O PCB at P50.
Make sure all the Pallet Pool status bracket connectors are plugged into the correct location.

NOTE: Store the Pallet Pool jumpers in a safe location, these will be used by the service personnel to move or service the machine.

Hydraulic Installation

The following procedure will show you how to connect the hydraulic hoses to the EC-400.

Remove the EC-400 hydraulic power unit access panel [1].

Locate the Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) [2] pallet pool manifold. Remove the plugs.

The hydraulic hoses are labeled with colored zip ties. You will need to look at the hydraulic cylinder and connect them as shown in the illustration. Connect the clamp hydraulic hose [3] with the white ziptie to the HPU manifold labeled “CLAMP”.

Connect the Unclamp hydraulic hose [4] with the purple ziptie to the HPU manifold labeled “UNCLAMP/BRAKE ENGAGE”.

Power [ON] the machine and [RESET] all the alarms. This will turn on the HPU. Make sure there is no hydraulic fluid leaks around the hose fittings. If alarms occur after [RESET], power off the machine and verify the electrical connections.

Enable Pallet Pool

Set the main circuit breaker to the ON position.

Push [POWER ON].

Zero Return all the Axis'

Do the following to enable the pallet pool option on an EC-400.

Important: You will need to do this step if you perform an option 5 clean install option on an EC-400 with a pallet pool.

Set setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to None.

Find the Haas Pallet Pool Parameters decal that came with the pallet pool. Write down the values.

Use the USB Service key to go into Service Mode.

Press [DIAGNOSTIC] Go to the PARAMETERS> Factory setting tab.

Set the following factory settings values:

15.004 [:] PR-Axis Disable = False
16.004 [16:3] PS-Axis Disabled = False
15.019 [:] PR-Axis Invisible = False
16.019 [16:18] PS-Axis Invisible = False
16.078 PS-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.078 PR-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.140 PR-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
16.140 PS-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
2128 [:] Pallet Pool Type = HPU Lift
2129 [:] Pallet Loading Shelf = SHELF A
740 Pallet Pool Max Pallet Count = 7 (Allows six storage locations + 1 machining station).

NOTE: If "No Pallet" message appears when selecting "Put away Load Station Pallet" and "Get highlighted Pallet", refer to the symptom table section in UMC/EC PALLET POOL - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - NGC

Base Level Pallet Pool

1

Verify all outer supports legs are NOT touching the floor.

Make sure the pallet pool sits on 3 points, the leveling foot that is not touching the puck is the one closest to the machine control cabinet [1].

2

Move the ram to its home position if it is not already, place the bubble level on ram and rough level with respect to X & Y.

NOTE: Rough level by adjusting the 3 leveling feet without adjusting the 4th in the air.

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

It is possible to enter a condition where the shelves in the pallet scheduling page are not assigned [1]. This will not allow the PR and PS to zero return or recover the machine.

This section will explain how to assign the missing shelves, if your machine is not in this condition please skip to the next section.

First, press [CURRENT COMMANDS] and navigate to the Pallet Schedule Table tab.

NOTE: The VF-2SSYT 3 Station Pallet Pool was used to create the images, but the same process will apply for all pallet pool machines.

2

Press [EMERGENCY STOP] [1] and highlight the shelf tab on pallet number one.

With [EMERGENCY STOP] pressed, type the letter A and press [ENTER]. This will assign shelf A to pallet number 1 [2].

3

Repeat the previous step for the remaining pallet numbers in alphabetical number [1].

NOTE: The shelves can be re-assigned at any point however the user chooses by repeating the same process (e.g. pallet number 3 can be assigned shelf B).

Leveling and Alignment

Although the pallets were aligned before the pallet pool was shipped, it is recommended that you verify all pallet positions are properly aligned upon installation. The G and A load station positions should be verified. If the positions change it will affect placement on all of the other stations.

1

Insert the Service Key USB and put the machine in Service Mode.

Make sure there are no obstructions inside the machine or inside the pallet pool area. Pull out all the [E-STOPS] and [RESET] the alarms.

Type [PS], press [ZERO RETURN] and press [SINGLE]. The machine will zero return PS-axis.

Type [PR], press [ZERO RETURN], and press [SINGLE]. The machine will zero return PR-axis.

Press [ZERO RETURN] and then press [ALL]. The machine will zero return all the axes.

Once all the axes are zero returned press [RECOVER]. A pop-up box will appear, select [2] for Pallet Changer Recovery.

2

The Pallet Changer Recovery screen shows the Pallet Pool Status. Make sure the Pallet Lifter is Down [1]. If not press [ALTER] to bring the Pallet Lifter down.

Press [G] and then the [DELETE] button. This will rotate the pallet lifter towards station G.

3

Set Pallet Gap

With pallet on the H-Frame and the Pallet Pool in the down position, extend the RAM and Forks under the pallet. Use the Gap Gauge [1] 25-14354 to set the height of the Pallet Pool. The Distance between the pins on the forks and the bottom of the Pallet surface should be the thickness of the Gap Gauge (.054") at all 4 pins.

Adjust the pallet pool slider by jogging the PS or PR axis so the forks align correctly underneath the pallet.

NOTE: Machines built after October 2019 have four locating dowel pins on the Pallet Pool fork. The dowel pins must align with the locating holes underneath the pallet.

4

Pallet Pool Side to Side Leveling

Place a precision level [1] parallel to the X-Axis on top of the load station pallet and record the machine level readings.

Loosen the left rear leveling screw [2] until it does not contact the pad.
NOTE: The pallet pool may drift a small amount from the machine as you level it. Make sure the turnbuckles are loose about two turns to prevent the pallet pool assembly from binding.

Press [ALTER] to raise the pallet lifter.

Use the front leveling screws [3] to raise or lower the pallet pool until you match the side to side level of the pallet pool to the machine. Press [ALTER] to lower and raise the pallet lifter and make sure the bubble on the level remains the same.

5

Place the precision level [1] parallel to the Z-axis and record the machine level readings. Press [ALTER] to raise the pallet lifter and adjust the rear right screw until the bubble matches the level.

Use the rear right leveling screw [2] to raise or lower the pallet pool until you match the front to back level of the pallet pool to the machine. Press [ALTER] to lower and raise the pallet lifter and make sure the bubble on the level remains the same.

Once the level matches, lower the rear left leveling screw [3] until contacts the pad.

During the leveling process, the alignment arms may have shifted from the casting. Tighten the right and left turnbuckles until the alignment arms are fully mated with the casting.

Lower the supporting feet until they touch the ground.

Go to Factory Settings 2136 [:] Shelf G Slide Offset and 2146 [:] Shelf G Rotary Offset, and make sure the values match the PS and PR axis position, if not update the values

6

Press the [INSERT] button to return the slide home.

Press the letter [A] and then [DELETE] button. This will rotate the pallet lifter to the A station.

Select the pallet slide axis and use the RJH slowly to jog the PS axis towards the A station.

Verify that the pallet pool will pick up and drop off the pallet at the A station.

Test the pick-up / drop-off operation on the remaining stations by using the pallet pool recovery functions. Mechanically adjust each station tray by loosening the bolts and moving the tray to align to the pallet if necessary.

Install the anchors.

Install the Pallet Pool guard panels.

Set factory setting 2056 [:] HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT TYPE to 2 (On Demand).

2.4 VC PP - 6 + 1 Station

Under Construction

EC-400 is used for illustration purpose, but these same steps apply for VC-400 installation

Introduction

The following procedure will show you how to install a Pallet Pool on a VC-400 Horizontal Machining Center.

The Next Generation software on the machine must be version 100.19.000.1110 or higher.

The Pallet Pool option is currently not field installable.

Important: To ensure that the Pallet Pool does not become mis-aligned, it is recommended that the machine and Pallet Pool be anchored. Refer to the following link: Anchoring Instructions.

The Pallet Pool option has 6 pallet stations plus 1 pallet in the machine. A maximum of 7 pallets can be installed on a VC-400 with the Pallet Pool option.

The Pallet Pool has 2 servo axes. The PR axis rotates the Pallet Pool ram and the PS axis extends and retracts the Pallet Pool ram to load/unload the pallets.

The VC-400 must be level before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VC-400 Installation procedure.

To level the machine without the Pallet Pool connected to the machine, do the following:

Make sure that there is a shorting block [1] installed on the top two pins of the P12 connector on the I/O PCB

Make sure there is a jumper (P/N 33-0527) [2] connected to I/O PCB at P14.
Note: These jumpers are needed to operate the machine without the Pallet Pool.

Disable the pallet pool, change setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to Pallet Pool.

Note: The above step will disabled the Pallet Pool to allow you to zero return the machine so it can be leveled.

Refer to the VC-400 - Installation procedure.

Leveling Screws Hardware

Note: The washers [1] and nuts [2] are installed during shipping and should be saved for installation and not be discarded.

Note: The washer orientation [3] is important. The conical part of the washer should be against the casting, see illustration.

Moving the Pallet Pool Into Position

The following procedure will show you how to attach the Pallet Pool assembly to the VC-400.

1

2

Pallet Pool Panel Alignment Arms Installation

Use a pallet jack with long forks [2] to move the pallet pool assembly into position.

Install the leveling pads [3] under the pallet pool and lower the pallet pool.

3

Pallet Pool Turnbuckle Installation

Install the turnbuckles [3] with the provided hardware (SHCS, washer, and bushings [1]) onto the alignment arms [2] and the base casting [4].

Evenly tighten the turnbuckles until the alignment arms mate with the base casting. During this time, lower or raise the pallet pool assembly so the pallet pool coolant drip pan [5] goes on top of the VC-400 coolant pan.
NOTE: Be sure the drip edge of the VC-400 goes over the pallet pool sheet-metal.

4

Pallet Pool Coolant Drip Pan

To prevent coolant from running out of the machine apply sealant around the coolant drip pan.

Once both alignment arms are fully mated with the casting, loosen the turnbuckles about two turns.

Electrical Installation

1

The following procedure will show you how to connect the electrical connections to the EC-400.
NOTE: The PR (Pallet Rotate) and PS (Pallet Slide) amps are already installed at the factory.

Turn [OFF] the main circuit breaker and wait until the Vector Drive High-Voltage light turns off.

Remove the operator side access panels [1].
Route the pallet pool cables [2] as shown in the illustration. The pallet pool work lights are routed among these cables.

Connect the PR motor encoder cable to Maincon PCB channel 15

Connect the PS motor encoder cable to Maincon PCB channel 16.

2

The pallet pool work lights are connected to the LVPS on the bottom left corner of the cabinet to the proper terminals labeled on the cable.

3

Find the aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0528) inside the electrical cabinet on remove the jumper (P/N 33-0531) [1].

Route the aux front panel cable (P/N 33-0424A) [2] from the Pallet Pool and connect it to the pig tail of cable (P/N 33-0528).

Remove jumper (P/N 33-0527) [3] from I/O PCB at P14. Install the pallet pool status cable (P/N 33-0427) to the pallet pool bracket and route the cable and connect it to the I/O PCB at P14 [4].

Connect pallet alarm cable [5] (P/N 33-0482) to the I/O PCB at P50.
Make sure all the Pallet Pool status bracket connectors are plugged into the correct location.

NOTE: Store the Pallet Pool jumpers in a safe location, these will be used by the service personnel to move or service the machine.

Enable Pallet Pool

Do the following to enable the pallet pool option on a VC-400.

Important: You will need to do this step if you perform a option 5 clean install option on a VC-400 with a pallet pool.

Set setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to None.

Find the Haas Pallet Pool Parameters decal that came with the pallet pool. Write down the values.

Use the USB Service key to go into Service Mode.

Press [DIAGNOSTIC] Go to the PARAMETERS> Factory setting tab.

Set the following factory settings values:

15.004 [:] PR-Axis Disable = False
16.004 [16:3] PS-Axis Disabled = False
16.078 PS-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.078 PR-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.140 PR-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
16.140 PS-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
2128 [:] Pallet Pool Type = HPU Lift
2129 [:] Pallet Loading Shelf = SHELF A
740 Pallet Pool Max Pallet Count = 7 (Allows six storage locations + 1 machining station).

Hydraulic Installation

The following procedure will show you how to connect the hydraulic hoses to the VC-400.

Remove the VC-400 hydraulic power unit access panel [1].

Locate the Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) [2] pallet pool manifold. Remove the plugs.

The hydraulic hoses are not labeled you will need to look at the hydraulic cylinder and connect them as shown in the illustration. Connect the clamp hydraulic hose [3] to the HPU manifold labeled “CLAMP”.

Connect the Unclamp hydraulic hose [4] to the HPU manifold labeled “UNCLAMP/BRAKE ENGAGE”.

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

It is possible to enter a condition where the shelves in the pallet scheduling page are not assigned [1]. This will not allow the PR and PS to zero return or recover the machine.

This section will explain how to assign the missing shelves, if your machine is not in this condition please skip to the next section.

First, press [CURRENT COMMANDS] and navigate to the Pallet Schedule Table tab.

NOTE: The VF-2SSYT 3 Station Pallet Pool was used to create the images, but the same process will apply for all pallet pool machines.

2

Press [EMERGENCY STOP] [1] and highlight the shelf tab on pallet number one.

With [EMERGENCY STOP] pressed, type the letter A and press [ENTER]. This will assign shelf A to pallet number 1 [2].

3

Repeat the previous step for the remaining pallet numbers in alphabetical number [1].

NOTE: The shelves can be re-assigned at any point however the user chooses by repeating the same process (e.g. pallet number 3 can be assigned shelf B).

Leveling and Alignment

1

Insert the Service Key USB and put the machine in Service Mode.

Make sure there are no obstructions inside the machine or inside the pallet pool area. Pull out all the [E-STOPS] and [RESET] the alarms.

Type [PS], press [ZERO RETURN] and press [SINGLE]. The machine will zero return PS-axis.

Type [PR], press [ZERO RETURN], and press [SINGLE]. The machine will zero return PR-axis.

Press [ZERO RETURN] and then press [ALL]. The machine will zero return all the axes.

Once all the axis are zero returned press [RECOVER]. A pop up box will appear, select [2] for Pallet Changer Recovery.

2

The Pallet Changer Recovery screen shows the Pallet Pool Status. Make sure the Pallet Lifter is Down [1]. If not press [ALTER] to bring the Pallet Lifter down.

Press [G] and then the [DELETE] button. This will rotate the pallet lifter towards station G.

3

Set Pallet Gap

Adjust the pallet pool slider by jogging the PS or PR axis so the forks align correctly underneath the pallet.

NOTE: Machines built after October 2019 have four locating dowel pins on the Pallet Pool fork. The dowel pins must align with the locating holes underneath the pallet.

4

Pallet Pool Side to Side Leveling

Place a precision level [1] parallel to the X-Axis on top of the load station pallet and record the machine level readings.

Loosen the left rear leveling screw [2] until it does not make contact with the pad.
NOTE: The pallet pool may drift a small amount from the machine as you level it. Make sure the turnbuckles are loose about two turns to prevent the pallet pool assembly from binding.

Press [ALTER] to raise the pallet lifter.

5

Once the level matches, lower the rear left leveling screw [3] until contacts the pad.

During the leveling process, the alignment arms may have shifted from the casting. Tighten the right and left turnbuckles until the alignment arms are fully mated with the casting.

Lower the supporting feet until they touch the ground.

Go to Factory Settings 2136 [:] Shelf G Slide Offset and 2146 [:] Shelf G Rotary Offset, and make sure the values match the PS and PR axis position, if not update the values

6

Press the [INSERT] button to return the slide home.

Press the letter [A] and then [DELETE] button. This will rotate the pallet lifter to the A station.

Select the pallet slide axis use the RJH slowly jog the PS axis towards the A station.

Verify that the pallet pool will pick up and drop off the pallet at the A station.

Test the pick up / drop off operation on the remaining stations by using the pallet pool recovery functions. Mechanically adjust each station tray by loosing the bolts and moving the tray to align to the pallet if necessary.

Install the anchors.

Install the Pallet Pool guard panels.

Set factory setting 2056 [:] HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT TYPE to 2 (On Demand).

2.5 VF-4 PP - 5 + 1 Station

VF-4 Pallet Pool - 5 + 1 Station - Installation

Introduction

The following procedure will show you how to install a 5 station Pallet Pool on the following machines:

VF-4
VF-4SS

The Next Generation software on the machine must be version 100.22.000.1010 or higher.

The Pallet Pool option is not field installable.

The VF-4 must be level and anchored before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VMC-Installation procedure.

The Pallet Pool option has a room for a total of 6 pallets that can be installed on a VF-4 with the Pallet Pool option.

The Pallet Pool has 2 servo axes. The PR axis rotates the Pallet Pool saddle and the PS axis extends and retracts the Pallet Pool saddle to load/unload the pallets.

Leveling Screws Hardware

Note: The washers [1] and nuts [2] are installed during shipping and should be saved for installation and not be discarded.

Note: The washer orientation [3] is important. The conical part of the washer should be against the casting, see illustration.

Shipping Brackets Removal

1

Remove the shipping bracket [2] from the Pallet Pool by removing the hardware [1] and removing the bracket [2] from the PS trolley plate [3].

2

After taking off the shipping bracket, use the provided hardware [1] to attach the pallet locking mechanism [2] to the load station. Make sure to install the two spacers [3] underneath the lock mechanism to ensure proper height of the lock.

Note: The pallet locking mechanism and spacers can be found in the gray rubber maid tote.

3

Repeat this process for the air cylinder of the Auto Window on the VF-4. The gray and yellow air line tubing coming from the lube panel will need to be connected to the Auto Window air cylinder, the ports on the air cylinder will have gray and yellow zip ties to show where each tubing connects.

Note: Do this before placing the machine and pallet pool together for easier access.

4

The load station door gas springs are in a zip lock bag zip tied to the load station doors.

Remove the retaining rings [2] from both sides of the gas spring [1].

Open the door and place the gas spring [1] on the ball studs as shown.

Install the retaining rings [2] on each side of the gas spring.

Repeat this step for the second load station door.

Mating the Pallet Pool

1

The VF-4 must be level and anchored before the Pallet Pool can be installed. Refer to the VMC-Installation procedure.

2

Install the two side drip pans [1] that lead to the VF-4 auto-window as shown followed by the middle drip pan [2].

3

Install the pallet pool drip pan support [2] to help support the drip pan [1] . Use the provided hardware [3] to attach the support to the cast base and the drip pan.

4

Install the sheet metal walls [1] and crossbar [2] shown. The cut out in the crossbar [2] will be the guide for where to move in the pallet pool to the machine.

5

A decal has been placed on the rear of the pallet pool to indicate where the pallet forks should lift the pallet pool from.

NOTE: Have the pallet jack pick up the pallet pool from the opposite side of where the slide window would be.

Electrical and Pneumatic Connections

1

Make sure the main circuit breaker is in the [OFF] position and wait until the Vector Drive High-Voltage light turns off.

Note: The PR (Pallet Rotate) and PS (Pallet Slide) amps are already installed at the factory.

Route the pallet pool cables into the control cabinet as shown in the illustration.

Note: Remove the panel under the electrical cabinet for access to the cables routed from the pallet pool.

2

Remove the jumper from P12 and connect PP CHG ST (cable 33-1163) [1] to P12 on the IOPCB.

Connect PALLET POOL DOOR STAT IO-BRACKET (cable 33-1114) [2] to P13 on the IOPCB.

Connect the Pallet Clamp wire to TSA SW NC PROX (cable 32-2348).

Connect the Pallet Unclamp wire to PP DOOR OPEN NO PROX (cable 32-0767).

Note: The pallet clamp and unclamp connections are located under the electrical cabinet.

Connect PALLET ALARM (cable 33-1160) [4] to the pigtail cable at P3 on the SMTC/Triac PCB.

Connect the Pallet Load Station worklights (cable 33-5840) [5] to the Work Light LVPS power supply.

Make sure all the Pallet Pool status bracket connectors are plugged into the correct location.

3

Attach the Autowindow Ext (cable 33-1402) which runs to the top of the pallet pool load station to the prox sensor connection on the machine's auto window. Run the cable along the top of the Pallet Pool as shown.

4

Route the air line with the T-fitting [1] from the pallet pool cable conduit into the lube panel as shown.

A small piece of air hose will need to be cut to connect to the air line in the lube cabinet [3].

Connect the air hose from the machine air gun [2] to the T-fitting as shown.

Parameters and Settings

1

Set the main circuit breaker to the ON position.

Push [POWER ON].

Zero Return all the Axes

Do the following to enable the pallet pool option on a VF-4.

Important: You will need to do this step if you perform a option 5 clean install option on a VF-4 with a pallet pool.

Set setting 382 Disable Pallet Changer to None.

Note: Machine may need to cycle power for pararmetes to display.

Find the Haas Pallet Pool Parameters decal near the lifting decal on the Pallet Pool machine. Write down the values.

Use the USB Service key to go into Service Mode.

Press [DIAGNOSTIC] Go to the PARAMETERS> Factory setting tab.

Set the following factory settings values:

2128 [:] Pallet Pool Type = Hook
15.019 [:] PR-Axis Invisible = False
16.019 [:] PS-Axis Invisible = False
15.004 [:] PR-Axis Disable = False
16.004 [16:3] PS-Axis Disabled = False

Set the Grid and TC offsets for PR and PS axis

15.078 PR-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
15.140 PR-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
16.078 PS-Axis Tool Change Offset = Use the decal value.
16.140 PS-Axis Grid Offset = Use the decal value.
Zero Return after the grid offset is adjusted

Base Level Pallet Pool

1

Verify all outer supports feet are NOT touching the floor.

Make sure the pallet pool sit on 3 points, the leveling foot that is not touching the puck is the one closest to the machine control cabinet [1].

The distance from the floor to the bottom on the Pallet Pool base should be approximately 3.5 inches.

2

Move the saddle to its home position if it is not already, place the bubble level on the trolley plate and rough level with respect to X & Y.

NOTE: Rough level by adjusting the 3 leveling feet without adjusting the 4th in the air.

Once the base is leveled on the 3 points, bring the 4th leveling screw down to touch the pad.

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

It is possible to enter a condition where the shelves in the pallet scheduling page are not assigned [1]. This will not allow the PR and PS to zero return or recover the machine.

This section will explain how to assign the missing shelves, if your machine is not in this condition please skip to the next section.

First, press [CURRENT COMMANDS] and navigate to the Pallet Schedule Table tab.

2

Press [EMERGENCY STOP] [1] and highlight the shelf tab on pallet number one.

With [EMERGENCY STOP] pressed, type the letter A and press [ENTER]. This will assign shelf A to pallet number 1 [2].

3

Repeat the previous step for the remaining pallet numbers in alphabetical number [1].

NOTE: The shelves can be re-assigned at any point however the user chooses by repeating the same process (e.g. pallet number 3 can be assigned shelf B).

Align Pallet Drop Off Station

1

Insert the Service Key USB and put the machine in Service Mode.

Make sure there are no obstructions inside the machine or inside the pallet pool area. Pull out all the [E-STOPS] and [RESET] the alarms.

Press [ZERO RETURN] and then press [ALL]. The machine will zero return all the axes.

Once all the axis are zero returned press [RECOVER]. A pop up box will appear, select [2] for Pallet Changer Recovery.

2

Press [G] and then the [DELETE] [1] button. This will rotate the saddle [3] towards station G (as shown in the image).

Press [F1] [2] to open the auto window [4].

3

Jog the X & Y axes to the positions the values in Factory Settings 1.310 and 2.310, respectively.

Adjust the height on the pallet pool evenly if needed to be able to slide the pallet from the machine to the saddle.

If more adjustment is needed once Factory Setting 2.310 is adjusted, adjust Factory Setting 2146 to adjust the shelf G PR offset.

Once the pallet saddle [2] and the receiver are properly aligned, manually jog the PR axis 4 degrees off and jog the PS and PR axes to manually hook the pallet.

Once the pallet is hooked and fully extended onto the receiver, set parameter 2136 [:] SHELF G SLIDE OFFSET.

In the Pallet Changer Recovery page while the pallet in the machine is hooked, press [INSERT] to return the pallet slide to home.

4

Once the pallet is moved off of the receiver, remove the nylon washers [1] that are on the (4) surrounding pins.

Align Pallet Loading Station

1

Level the load station by placing a bubble level on the load station table and adjusting the outer most feet [1].

2

Once the loading station is leveled, manually jog the pallet [1] into the load station until it is above the first two rollers [2].

Adjust the outermost leveling feet of the load station until the rollers [2] just barely make contact with the pallet [1].

The pallet should run smoothly across all of the rollers. Once the pallet rolls smoothly across all of the rollers, touch the inner feet to the ground if they are not yet.

If the locking mechanism is not latching the pallet properly, adjust the inner feet to help adjust the locking mechanism.

Important: Do not over adjust the inner leveling feet.

Jog the pallet out of the load station and proceed to the next step.

Note: If there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station, use the following steps to further adjust the load station alignment.

3

Follow this step if there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station.

Remove the sheet metal cover [1] from the load station table.

Loosen the (4) bolts [2] that secure the load station table.

After slowly jog the pallet [3] into the load station, but do not unhook it from the trolley.

4

Follow this step if there are still issues when sending the pallet into the load station.

Slowly hand jog the pallet [1] off the load station so that the first two bolts [2] on the load station table are visible. Tighten the bolts [2].

Continue jogging the pallet [2] out of the load station so that the other (2) bolts [3] are showing. Tighten the bolts [3].

Once all bolts are tightened, torque them to 50 ft-lbs in a star pattern.

After the bolts are torqued, reattach the sheet metal piece that was removed in the previous step.

Attach The 3 Station Module

1

Remove the shipping brackets [1] on the side of the 3 station module.

2

Use a pallet jack to move in the 3 station module [1] to the main pallet pool assembly.

Make sure to lift the module [1] higher than the main pallet pool for easier movement into the main assembly.

3

Lower the pallet jack so that the module will line up the bulkhead underneath station C [2] and install the bolts at the bulkhead, verify they are hand tight before moving to the next bulkhead.

Lower the pallet jack again so that the module will line up the bulkhead underneath station D [3] and install the bolts at the bulkhead, verify they are hand tight.

Note: An alignment rod can be used in the middle hole of the bulkheads to help line up the bulkhead holes when installing the bolts.

4

If it is not already, completely lower the pallet jack and remove it from the module.

Remove the module's lifting mechanism [1] and push down the brackets [2] underneath station E. Screw down those plates with the screws provided.

5

At this point, the holes on the main pallet pool assembly and the 3 station module should line up, if they do not adjust the module legs until the holes are lined up.

Once the holes are lined up install the sheet metal bolts [1] underneath station E. Also make sure to get the bolts underneath station E shown with [3].

Install the legs [2] for station E.

6

Install the rest of of the bolts along where the module meets the main pallet pool [1].

Once all the bolts are installed and the module is fully attached to the main assembly go back underneath and completely tighten the bulkhead bolts.

If the pallet pool has any feet remaining in the air, go ahead and touch them down to the ground. Do not put any weight on them at this time, they will need weight when adjusting the shelves.

Shipping Support Bracket Removal Pallet Pool

1

Bring down the outer feet of the Pallet Pool and have them just touch the ground.

Remove the two shipping support brackets [1] from the pallet pool.

Note: The shipping support brackets are not painted red but do need to come off the pallet pool to install the inner leveling feet in the following section.

2

Once the shipping support brackets [1] have been taken off, they can be stored on the pallet pool. They can be stored on the main frame supports under the drip pans.

Attach Inner Leveling Feet

1

Take the support leg [1] and place it under the support arm. Use the provided hardware to attach the support leg to the support arm. Repeat this for all 5 support arms.

Bring down the support feet and have them touch the ground. Do not put any weight on them at this time, they may need some adjustment when adjusting the shelves.

Align Pallet Shelves For Stations B, C, D, E, & F

1

Use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to pick up the pallet and rotate it to shelf E and hand jog the PS axis until the pallet is over the first two rollers of the load station.

The pallet should run smoothly across all of the rollers. If it does not run smoothly, use the outer and inner leveling feet to help adjust and make a smoother shelf loading process.

Use the Pallet Changer Recovery page to send the pallet into shelf E and rotate the trolley plate out so that the pallet is no longer hooked on the trolley plate and verify that the locking mechanism dowel pin latches the pallet correctly.

Note: Refer to the next step for a more in depth explanation for how the locking mechanism dowel pin should latch the pallet correctly.

If the locking mechanism is not latching the pallet properly, adjust the leveling feet to help adjust the locking mechanism.

Repeat this for shelves F, D, C, & B in that order.

This can be an iterative process and it may be required to adjust the leveling feet back and forth when adjusting the shelves.

Note: We recommend using a roughly 6ft long level to align the station by putting the level on the rollers of the saddle and adjusting the station till the station rollers touch the level.

2

It should also be verified that the dowel pin in the pallet station latching mechanism makes at least 0.25 inches [3] of contact with the trolley plate. If this is not the case, adjust shelf leveling feet to ensure the right amount of contact is being made at each pallet shelf.

Loading Other Pallets

1

Attach the provided I-bolts to the pallet shown. Attach lifting straps or safety hooks to the I-bolts. Use a fork lift to lift the pallet and into pallet station B.

Note: Make sure when lowering the pallet to not lower it onto the latch.

Note: The pallets can be loaded into the load station but keep an eye on the back wall when bringing in the pallet as to not hit the load station with the forklift.

Undo the I-bolts from the pallet and use the Pallet Recovery Page to move the pallet from station B to the other pallet stations.

Repeat till all the pallets are in the pallet pool. Verify that the Pallet Scheduler Table page matches what is in the machine.

Note: When loading the pallets into the pallet Load Station, make sure to use a proper lifting mechanism. Each pallet weighs approximately 365 lbs.

Attach Remaining Sheet Metal Walls

1

Install the sheet metal wall closest to the load station use the four (4) nuts [1] and two (2) bolts [2] on the vertical edge. Use the five (5) bolts to secure it underneath.

2

Install the next sheet metal wall using all bolts in the same locations as the previous wall and install the E-Stop junction box as shown.

3

Install the remaining sheet metal walls [1] and the cross bars [2] in between. Install the two removable wall rails [3] before installing the final piece of the wall.

Setting Up Pallet Stations

1

Please refer to the PALLET POOL OPERATORS MANUAL for how to load the pallets onto the machine using the Pallet Scheduling Table.

2

Install the tray and air gun [1] and the load station worklights [2] on the pallet pool as shown.

Empty the totes as needed.

Test the pick up / drop off operation on the remaining stations by using the pallet pool recovery functions.

Important: Each pallet has a max capacity of 750 lbs.

Verification

Load the pallets into all of the stations and the load station, leaving the machine receiver without a pallet.

WARNING: Do NOT run this program unless ALL pallets are loaded into the machine and the Pallet Schedule Table matches the machine's pallets locations.

Put the machine at 25% rapid and run the following program to verify that the machine cycles through all the pallets correctly.

M50 P1 ;

M50 P2 ;

M50 P3 ;

M50 P4 ;

M50 P5 ;

M30 ;

2 - Pallet Pool - VMC/HMC Installation

2.1 VF-2YT PP - 3 + 1 Station

VF-2YT Pallet Pool - 3 + 1 Station - Installation

Pallet Pool Installation Video

Introduction

Leveling Screws Hardware

Shipping Brackets Removal

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Mating the Pallet Pool

1

2

Electrical and Pneumatic Connections

1

2

3

4

Parameters and Settings

1

Base Level Pallet Pool

1

2

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

2

3

Align Pallet Drop Off Station

1

2

3

4

Align Pallet Loading Station

1

2

3

4

Align Remaining Pallet Shelves

1

2

Loading Other Pallets

1

Setting Up Pallet Stations

1

2

Verification

2.2 VF-2YT PP - 6 + 1 Station

VF Pallet Pool - 6 + 1 Station - Installation

Pallet Pool Installation Video

Introduction

Leveling Screws Hardware

Shipping Brackets Removal

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Mating the Pallet Pool

1

2

3

Electrical and Pneumatic Connections

1

2

3

4

Parameters and Settings

1

Base Level Pallet Pool

1

2

Assigning Missing Pallets on Scheduler

1

2