3.1 VMC - Installation

VMC Installation

Introduction

This procedure will guide you through the installation of a VMC

Tools required:

  • T-2181 Service Tool, Leveling Tool, or Precision Machinist           Level, 0.0005" division
  • Precision Spindle Test Bar, 8" Long
  • 3/4 " socket and ratchet 
  • 1-1/2" Wrench
  • Tape Measure
  • 0.0005" or 1 micron Test Indicator and Magnetic Base

 

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.

Tool Changer Installation

In certain cases 50+1 SMTC's will be lowered on Medium Verticals for shipping. If this was done to the machine refer to the procedure linked below to raise the tool changer and then continue on to the rest of this procedure.

SMTC-50 Installation

Removal of Rust Inhibitor

For ease of removal, first use a plastic scraper to remove most of the rust inhibitor and then use either a heavy duty citrus cleaner or Simple Green to spray all the way covers and other non-painted surfaces that have been coated with rust inhibitor. Let it soak for a few minutes before removing it using a shop towel. It is recommended to apply mineral spirit or WD-40 to all exposed metal surfaces for rust proofing.

 Important: Do not use scotch-brite or metal scrapers, these will scratch the way covers. Furthermore, to avoid any contamination of the way cover seals with the sticky residue. Do not move any of the axes until all the rust inhibitor has been removed.

Note: The product is not hazardous and can typically be disposed of similarly to used oil.

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Air Connection

Connect the air supply at the lube panel.

 Note: For air requirements refer to the decal that is located on the lube cabinet door.

Follow the Air Gun and Hose Installation procedure to install or replace the Air Gun.

 Note: Some installation kits will come with a spare air gun assembly.

Pendant Installation

After removing the pendant from its packaging you can now install it on your machine. For a pendant installation guide please see:

VMC Pendant Installation

Electrical Connections

Danger: WORKING WITH ELECTRICAL SERVICES REQUIRED FOR A CNC ARE EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS. ALL POWER TO CNC MUST BE TURNED OFF LOCKOUT-TAGOUT AT THE SOURCE PRIOR TO CONNECTING THE LINE WIRES TO CNC. HOWEVER, IF THIS NOT THE CASE OR ARE NOT SURE HOW TO DO THIS, CHECK WITH APPROPIATE PERSONNEL OR OBTAIN THE NECESSARY HELP BEFORE CONTINUING. ALWAYS CHECK THE INCOMING LINES WITH AN AC VOLTAGE DETECTOR TO MAKE SURE POWER HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED.

1

Initial Control Inspection

Danger: At this point, there should be no electrical connection to the machine. Electrical panel must be closed and secured. When main switch is on, there is HIGH VOLTAGE throughout the electrical panel (including the circuit boards and logic circuits) and some components operate at high temperatures. Therefore, exercise extreme caution when working in the panel.

  • Set the main breaker switch at the upper right of the electrical panel on the back of the machine to OFF.
  • Using a screwdriver, unlock the two latches on the panel door, unlock the cabinet with the key and open the door.
  • Take sufficient time to check all the components and connectors associated with the circuit boards. Look for any cables that have become disconnected, look for any signs damage and loose parts in the bottom of the panel box. If there are any signs that the machine was mishandled, call the factory before proceeding.

2

1-Phase Machines: Insert each power lead into the wire cover.  Connect the two power leads to L1 and L3 terminals on top of the main circuit breaker.

3-Phase Machines: Insert each power lead into the wire cover.  Connect the three power leads to L1, L2 and L3 terminals on top of the main circuit breaker.

Connect the separate ground line to the ground bus to the left of the terminals.

Refer to Haas Main Circuit Breaker - Torque Specifications for what value to torque the circuit breaker power leads.

 Note: Make sure that the leads actually go into the terminal-block clamps . (A poor connection will cause the machine to run intermittently or have other problems, such as servo overloads.) To check, simply pull on the wires after the screws are tightened.

3

After the line voltage is connected to the machine, make sure that main circuit breaker (at top-right of rear cabinet) is OFF . Remove the Lockout / Tagout and Turn ON the power at the source. Using a digital voltmeter and appropriate safety procedures: 

1-Phase Machines: Measure the AC voltage across L1 & L3 at the main circuit breaker.  The AC voltage must be between 220 - 250 volts .
Note: Lower or higher than this voltage can generate low/high voltage alarms.

3-Phase Machines : Measure the AC voltage between all three pair phases at the main circuit breaker. 

The AC voltage must be between 195 and 260 volts (360 and 480 volts for high voltage option).

SMinimill - Reboot: The AC voltage must be between 198 and 242 volts for machines without a high voltage transformer.  Refer to the Minimill/SMinimill - Identification document.

 Note: Wide voltage fluctuations are common in many industrial areas; minimum and maximum voltage supplied to a machine while it is in operation must be known. U.S. National Electrical Code specifies that machines should operate with a variation of +5% to -5% around an average supply voltage. If problems with line voltage occur, or low line voltage is suspected, an external transformer may be used. If you suspect voltage problems, voltage should be checked every hour or two during a typical day to be sure it does not fluctuate more than +5% or -5% from an average.

4

Important: With the main circuit breaker turned OFF.

Check the transformer taps at the bottom-right corner of the rear cabinet.

1-Phase Machines: The input voltage cable must be moved to the connector which corresponds to the average voltage measured in the above step.

3-Phase Machines:  The input voltage cables labeled 74, 75, and 76 must be moved to the terminal block triple which corresponds to the average voltage measured in the above step.

5

Transformer T5 supplies 24VAC used to power the main contactor. There are two versions of this transformer for use on a 240 and 400V machines. The 240V transformer has two input connectors located about two inches from the transformer, which allow it to be connected to either 180-220V or 221-240V.

Users that have 220V-240V RMS input power should use the connector labeled 221-240V, while users with 190-220V input power should use the connector labeled 180-220V. Failure to use the correct input connector will result in either overheating of the main contactor or failure to reliably engage the main contactor.

The 480V (option) T5 transformer has three input connectors, labeled 340-380V, 381-440V and 441-480V.

Users with 340-380V 50/60Hz power should use the 340-380V connector while users with 380V-440V 50/60Hz power should use the 381-440V connector.

Important: Set the main circuit breaker to ON. Check for evidence of problems, such as the smell of overheating components or smoke. If such problems are indicated, immediately set the main circuit breaker to OFF and call the factory before proceeding.

After the power is on, measure the voltage across the bottom terminals on the main circuit breaker. It should be the same as the measurements where the input power connects to the main breaker. If there are any problems, check the wiring.

6

Apply power to the control by pressing the Power-On switch on the front panel.

Check the DC Voltage and AC Line Voltage gauges in Diagnostics. The DC Voltage gauge must read between 310 - 360V. The AC Line Voltage must be between 90 and 105 percent. If the voltage is outside these limits, turn off the power and recheck steps 2 and 3. If the voltage is still outside these limits, call the factory.

7

Electrical power must be phased properly to avoid damage to your equipment. The Power Supply Assembly PC board incorporates a "Phase Detect" circuit with neon indicators. When the orange neon is lit (NE5), the phasing is incorrect. If the green neon is lit (NE6), the phasing is correct. If both neon indicators are lit, you have a loose wire; check the connections. Adjust phasing by setting the source power to off and then swapping L1 and L2 of the incoming power lines at the main circuit breaker.

Danger: ALL POWER TO CNC MUST BE TURNED OFF LOCKOUT-TAGOUT AT THE SOURCE PRIOR TO ADJUSTING PHASING. ALWAYS DOUBLE CHECK THE INCOMING LINES WITH AN AC VOLTAGE DETECTOR.

Turn off the power and set the main circuit breaker to OFF. Close the door, lock the latches, and turn the power back on.

Remove the key from the control cabinet and give it to the shop manager.

8

Activation

When the machine is properly placed and connected to both air and electrical power, it is ready for final installation (removing shipping blocks, leveling, spindle sweep, etc.) and software activation. The HFO service technician does this. Contact the local HFO to schedule the work.

Removal of Shipping Brackets

1

  • Remove the zip tie holding the chip auger in place and remove the auger [1]
  • Remove the cardboard tubing used to protect the auger. [2]
  • Remove the bracket and cardboard protecting the cable guide on top of the machine [3,4]

         Note: For large VMCs There is no bracket removal needed only cardboard removal. 

2

  • Remove the Shipping brackets keeping the doors in place. [5,6,7,8]
  • Now that you have access, install the chip auger. 

For a guide on chip auger installation please see:

VF 1-5 Chip Auger Installation

3

  • Power up the machine and jog the Z-axis upward
  • Remove the spindle bracket. [9]

4

Additional option brackets

  • If you purchased a machine with the Wireless Intuitive Probing System (WIPS) remove the bracket attached to the table [10] 
  • If you purchased a machine with a Multi-Auger Chip Conveyor Remove the Shipping brackets holding it in a its vertical position [11] 

Machine Leveling

This video will show you how to prepare and level a Vertical Mill.

1

  • Adjust the four corner leveling screws to the same height to lift the base casting to the height specified as [H] on the leveling decal on the back of the machine.
  • Loosen the middle leveling screws [3, 6] so that they are not touching the pads, install jam nuts [1] on leveling screws, but do not tighten 
  • Jog the table so that it is centered in the machine. 

2

  • Place the level on the center of the bed and position it so that the shorter vial is parallel to the Y-axis and the longer vial is parallel to the X-axis.
  • Using the shorter vial adjust the front to back level by either adjusting the front or back leveling screws.
  • Adjust the leveling screws until the Y-axis bubble is centered. 
  • Using the longer vial which is parallel to the X-axis, raise the leveling screws on lower side of the machine.
  • Adjust the leveling screws accordingly until the X-axis bubble is centered

3

  • Continue using the longer vial, with the table at the front of the machine look at the position of the indicating bubble
  • Jog the table through its full Y-axis travel stopping at the column, with the table at the column look to see which rear corner of the machine is lowest if any. 
  • If needed adjust the leveling screws 2 and 4 until there is no twist across Y axis
  • Continue adjusting the level at the front and back of the machine until both readings are zero.
  • Lower the center leveling screws 3 and 6 until they make contact with the pads. Tighten these hand tight and then tighten them an additional 10 degrees with the ratchet. 

4

  • Place the level in the center of the bed and orient it so the long vial is parallel to the Y-axis
  • Look at the bubble position when the bed is at its center position and then jog the bed back in the Y direction until it reaches the column.
  • Take note of the bubble position, if the level shows that the machine is either bowed in the up or down direction, make small and even adjustments to middle leveling screws 3 and 6
  • The Tolerance for both the twist and bow is N.T.E 0.0002"/10"

For a more in depth guide on how to level your VMC including how to level machines with outriggers please see:

VMC Leveling

Spindle Sweep

Tools Required:

  • Test Indicator with a magnetic mount.
  •  pH-neutral cleaner 
  • Degreaser 
  • Abrasive pad
  • Gauge Block (optional)

1

  • Clean the table surface to remove any corrosion
  • Jog the spindle down to the middle of the z-axis travel and attach the magnetic base to the spindle 
  • Adjust the indicator to measure a 10" diameter circle
  • Position the table so that the indicator will remain on the table as the spindle rotates 
  • Move the Z-axis so that the indicator makes contact with the table and zero the indicator
  • Sweep the spindle and take measurements every 90 degrees. Make sure the measurement locations are parallel to their respective axis
  •  The total indicator for all four positions should not exceed 0.0005"

 

2

Spindle Sweep Adjustment 

 Note: Only the front and back sweep values can be effectively changed by adjustment of the middle leveling screws

  • If the values from the front to back differ by more than 0.0005", make small and equal adjustments to the middle leveling screws.
  • If the spindle sweep values come back into tolerance with only small adjustments to the leveling screws then there is no need to recheck the twist and bow. 

For a more in depth guide on how to perform a spindle sweep test on your VMC please see:

VMC Spindle Sweep

Lubrication Verification

1

Run the spindle run-in program.

 Note: For 10K spindles and above use a balanced tool holder

Examine the sight glass, make sure the correct number of drops are fall through the sight glass.

Examine the fittings [1,2] on top of the oil pump tank.

The oil collects on top of the oil pump tank [3] either behind or in front of the sight glass bracket, underneath the leaking fitting.

Tighten any leaking fittings.

2

Go to the Maintenance tab.

Press [F2] to cycle an axis lubrication test.

Inspect the gauge on the lubrication system.  Make sure it holds pressure.

Single/Dual Progammable Air Option

1

Machines with Single/Dual Prog Air Option Only:

Check if the Foot Pedal cable has been installed by looking for the M12 connector next to the cutout beneath the door as shown in [1] of the next image. If the Foot Pedal Cable has not been installed, look in the back of the machine for the 32-1390 foot pedal cable. 

2

Install the M12 connector [1] into the cutout on the bottom of the machine's enclosure.

Connect the foot pedal to the M12 connector. 

3

After installing the connector, route the cable under the machine along the inside of the skirt as shown in [2].

Coolant Tank Installation

1

Power off the machine.

Install the coolant tank handle [1], tank lids [2], and chip tray [3]. 

Position the coolant tank under the left side of the machine (when viewing from the front). Ensure the chip tray [3] is directly under the machine's drain slots, to ensure that coolant flows into the tank. 

2

Insert the coolant pump assembly in the position shown. Connect the coolant hose to the coolant filter [1]. Connect the coolant pump power cable [2] to the socket labeled Low Pressure Coolant. 

Fill the coolant tank with coolant. Install the coolant float sensor into the coolant tank. Refer to Coolant Float Sensor - NGC - Installation or Coolant Float Sensor - CHC - Installation for more information. 

3

TSC Option:

Insert the TSC pump assembly into the coolant tank in the position shown. 

Connect the coolant hose [1]. Ensure that the connection between the coolant hose and TSC pump assembly is firmly torqued. 

 Note: Improper tightening of the TSC coolant hose will cause leaks. 

Connect the purple air hose from the TSC pump assembly's cylinder [2] and into the lube cabinet. 

Connect the TSC pressure sensor [3] into the socket labeled Coolant Filter Sensor. Connect the TSC power cable [4] into the socket labeled High Pressure Coolant. 

 

 

Machine Operation

1

Test Spindle Operation 
  • Run Spindle Run in program 009221 located in the 009000 folder.
  •  In the case of unusual spindle noise run a vibration test 

For a guide on how to perform a spindle vibration test please see: 

Vibration Analysis - Ethernet Interface
Vibration Analysis - RS-232 Interface

2

Test Coolant Operation 
  • Connect the Coolant pump and if your machine is came with the TSC option also connect the TSC pump
  • Test the flood coolant operation by pressing the [Coolant] button on the control  [1]
  • For TSC machines test the TSC coolant operation by pressing the [AUX CLNT] button on the control  [2]

3

Test Chip Auger Operation 
  • Test the chip auger by cycling between the  [CHIP FWD],  [CHIP STOP], and [CHIP REV] buttons

4

Test Remote Jog Handle (RJH-XL)

If your machine came with the remote jog handle option:

  • Attach the holster to the machine using the provided hardware
  • Hang RJH on holster
  • On the Control Pendant, press [MDI] and then [HAND JOG]. (Image 2)
  • Verify that the jog wheel on the Control Pendant works properly while RJH is docked
  • Remove RJH HAND UNIT from the holster. Unit should power on
  • Calibrate Touchscreen
  • Refer to Image 1 for the following
    • Press in the middle of the touch screen, an overlay should appear
    • Select the jog rate by pressing [LEFT] or [RIGHT] on the screen
    • Select an axis by pressing [-] or [+] on the screen
    • Exit the overlay by pressing the [X]
    • Jog X, Y, and Z with the jog wheel on the RJH    
  • Use RJH key pad to jog X,Y, and Z axes in positive and negative directions 
  • Repeat using Rapid Jog
  • Load the latest configuration files to enable the RJH-XL.
  • Push the [E-STOP] on the RJH-XL and make sure the E-Stop icon pops up on the screen to ensure the remote e-stop works correctly.

 

5

Test Remote Jog Handle (RJH-Touch)

If your machine came with the remote jog handle option:

  • Attach the holster to the machine using the provided hardware
  • Hang RJH on holster
  • On the Control Pendant, press [MDI] and then [HAND JOG]. (Image 2)
  • Verify that the jog wheel on the Control Pendant works properly while RJH is docked
  • Remove RJH HAND UNIT from the holster. Unit should power on
  • Calibrate Touchscreen
  • Refer to Image 1 for the following
    • Press in the middle of the touch screen, an overlay should appear
    • Select the jog rate by pressing [LEFT] or [RIGHT] on the screen
    • Select an axis by pressing [-] or [+] on the screen
    • Exit the overlay by pressing the [X]
    • Jog X, Y, and Z with the jog wheel on the RJH    
  • Use RJH key pad to jog X,Y, and Z axes in positive and negative directions 
  • Repeat using Rapid Jog          

 

6

Test Door Interlocks

  • Press [MDI]. Type in S500 M3; Press [ENTER]. Make sure the machine IS NOT in SETUP MODE by Checking the KEY SWITCH on the side of the pendant
    • With the door open, press [CYCLE START]. The machine should say to close the door and press CYCLE START
    • With the door closed, press [CYCLE START]. The INTERLOCK PIN should extend and the spindle starts rotating
      • While the locks are on try to open the doors
      • The spindle should not stop rotating but if the spindle stops, contact Haas for support 

7

Test Proximity Sensor Gap 

For a full procedure of how to test the alignment and gaps of the proximity sensors, refer to the current troubleshooting guide below: 

 

 

Pneumatic Safety Door Interlocks - Troubleshooting Guide

8

Test Through Spindle Air Blast (TAB) 

If your machine came with the TAB option:

Note: PERFORM THIS AFTER TESTING TSC

  • Press [MDI] and type the following

                    M73;

                    S[insert max spindle speed here] M03;

                    G04 P60. ;

                    M30. ;

                    ;

  • Press [CYCLE START]
  • Verify that full air line pressure blows out of the tool.
    • This should be similar to the air blow gun pressure.

 

9

Test Auto Air Gun (AAG)

If your machine came with the AAG option:

  • Press [MDI] and type M83; and press [Enter]
  • Press [CYCLE START]      
  • Check AAG for proper function, check solenoid for leaks in the CALM cabinet.
  • In [MDI] type M84; then press [CYCLE START] to de-activate the AAG.

10

Test Auto Door

If your machine came with the Auto Door option:

  • Verify the following:
    • Zero return U-axis
    • Setting - 131 auto door should be set to ON
  • Press [MDI] and type S300 M03; and press [CYCLE START]
  • Try to pull door open, The door gap is not to exceed 0.25”.
  • If the machine alarms out, does not close properly, closes hard, or the door gap exceeds 0.25" contact Haas for support 

11

Z-axis tool change offset parameter 

For a guide on how to check the Z-axis tool change offset parameter for either side mount tool changers or umbrella style tool changers please see:

 

SMTC - Z-Axis Tool Change Offset
UTC- Z-AXIS TOOL CHANGE OFFSET

12

WIPS Calibration 

  • If your machine includes the WIPS option perform the calibration procedure

For a guide on how to perform the WIPS calibration procedure please see:

WIPS Calibration NGC

13

Test Safety Features 

  • Turn the (Run / Set-up) key switch to the Set-up mode
  • Test Memory Lock switch by verifying that in the ON position changes cannot be made to settings or programs.
  • Press [MDI] and type M03 S500;
  • Open door. Press [CYCLE START]  the spindle should not start.
  • Close door. Press [CYCLE START]  the spindle should start.
  • Verify door cannot be opened when spindle is running
  •  Verify door can open when spindle is off.
  • Verify that a window latch is installed on each side window and test that they hold the windows up in their lock positions
  • Verify that the windows lock close in the down position.
  • For 110V machines conduct a GFCI Test with a 110V GFCI tester at the plug point on the side of the control 
  • For 240V machines  conduct a GFCI test with a 240V GFCI tester at the coolant pump connector

Post-Install Checklist

1

Complete the VMC Post-Install Checklist ID-0040 and attach it to the machine's history.

VMC Post-Install Checklist

3.2 Anchoring

Anchoring Instructions (Drop-In Expansion)

AD0456

Introduction

This procedure will show you how to install the Drop-In expansion style anchors to a Haas CNC.

NOTE: If the machine was built before Jan 2020 or is a VS or HDC series machine, please refer to the epoxy style anchoring procedure (AD0212) click here.

For instructions on how to anchor the various components for the Haas Cobot kits refer to the Haas Cobot - Anchoring instruction page.

This procedure applies to the following Service Kits:

Mill Lathe
Model Part Number Model Part Number
DT/DM 93-1000601 ST-10/10Y/15/15Y 93-1000378
VF-1/2, VF-2TR, VF-2SS 93-1000534 ST-10L/10LY/15L/15LY 93-1000855
VF-2YT, VF-2SSYT, VM-2 93-1000549 ST-20/25/20Y/25Y 93-1000552
 VF-3/3SS, VF-4/4SS 93-1000550 ST-20L/20LY/25L/25LY/28L/28LY 93-1001005
VF-3YT/3YTSS, VF-3YT/50, VF-5/40, VF-5/40TR, VF-5/40XT, VF-5SS, VF-5/50,
VF-5/50TR, VF-5/50XT, VM-3, VMT-750
 93-1000548 ST-30/35/30Y/35Y, DS-30Y (REBOOT ONLY) 93-1000541
ST-30L/35L/LY 93-1001079
VF-6/40, VF-6SS, VF-6/40TR, VF-7/40, VF-6/50, VF-6/50TR, VF-7/50, VM-6
(Base with 8 leveling feet)
Built between January 2020 and September 6th 2023		 93-1000547 ST-40 93-1000540
ST-40/40Y (Reboot) 93-1000819
VF-8/40, VF-9/40, VF-8/50, VF-9/50, VR-8, VR-9
(Base with 8 leveling feet)
Built between January 2020 and October 6th 2023		 93-1000546 ST-40L 93-1000539
ST-40L (Reboot) 93-1000820
VF-10/40, VF-12/40, VF-10/50, VF-12/50
(Base with 8 leveling feet)		 93-1000545 ST-40S/45S/SY  93-1001012
VF-11/40, VF-11/50, VR-11
(Base with 8 leveling feet)		 93-1000544 ST-50/55 93-1000538
VF-6/6TR/6SS/7/10/12 both 40T & 50T and VM-6
(Base with 6 leveling feet)
Built September 7th 2023 and later		 93-1000999 TL-1 93-1000537
VF-8/9/11/14 both 40T & 50T and VR-8/9/11/14
(Base with 6 leveling feet)
Built October 7th 2023 and later		 93-1001000 TL-2 93-1000536
MM/SMM Reboot 93-1001016  
VS-3 93-1000870
UMC-350HD 93-1000780  
UMC-400/SS 93-1001224 Pallet Pool
UMC-500/SS 93-1000379 UMC-500PP 93-3526
UMC-750/SS (NON REBOOT) 93-1000380 UMC-750PP (V1) See Note Below
UMC-750/SS (REBOOT)  93-1000381 UMC-750PP (V2) 93-3527
UMC-1000/SS (REBOOT) 93-1000381 UMC-1000PP (V2) 93-3527
UMC-1250/SS 93-1000644 EC-400PP 93-3525
UMC-1500-DUO/SS-DUO 93-1000871 VF-2YTPP See Note Below
GM-1 93-1001115 VF-4 PP See Note Below
GM-2-3AX 93-1000574    
GM-2-5AX 93-1000542  
GR-510 93-1000574 Extended Liner System
GR-712 93-1000574 ST-10/10L/10Y/10LY 93-1000844
93-1000845
EC-400/VC-400 93-1000567  
EC-500/50 93-1001145
EC-1600/UMC-1600H 93-1000535
EC-630 93-1000856
DC-1 93-1001018
DC-2 93-1001019
Note: There is currently no 93-xxxx service kit for the following models:
  • (30-12644B + 96-0316A) UMC-750 Pallet Pool (V1)
  • (30-12644B + 96-0364) VF-2YT Pallet Pool
  • (30-12644B + 96-0383) VF-4 Pallet Pool

You would need to order individual parts,  please contact your Local Haas Factory Outlet for availability.

Tools required:

  • Paint markers
  • Painters Tape
  • Pipe cleaner brush
  • 5 lb. Sledge Hammer
  • SDS Plus Hammer Drill
    Note:  The SDS-Plus Hammer drill should be rated for 1" bit.

Video Instructions

Anchor Template Placement

  1. Unroll machine anchoring template [1].
  2. Use centerlines and provided reference sheet dimensions, measure distances to nearest allowable obstructions.
  3. Once position is established, taped the corners [2] of the anchoring template to the foundation.  Keep the template as flat as possible.
  4. Spray paint the foundation in the cutout areas of the template [3].
  5. Let the paint dry for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Remove the anchoring template [1].

Drill Holes and Set the Anchors

Use the provided SDS-Plus Style drill for the following steps:

  • Drill specified number of 5/8" holes at depth 2.00 - 2.25" each.  
    • Drill bit should be perpendicular to foundation.
  • Clean the holes with pipe cleaner.
  • Use compressed air and a vacuum to clear holes.
  • Repeat for the number of leveling pads.
  • Cover the holes with tape to protect from unwanted debris while the other holes are drilled.
  • Using the hammer [2] set the drop-in anchor [1] flush with the concrete [3].

    Note:  Do not use the set tool to drive the anchor.  
  • Use the provided setting tool [1] and hammer [2], to seat the anchor in the concrete.
  • Make sure that the anchors are seated flush [3], use the setting tool as a gauge.
    Note:  Be careful not to overdrive the anchor [4] to far inside the hole.

Machine Placement

  1. Once the anchors are set, place the leveling pads on the spray painted cross-hairs.
  2. Place the machine on the leveling pads.
  3. Set the machine height.
  4. Level the machine
  5. Tighten down the machine locknuts.

Anchoring Strap Installation

  1. Place the thrust plate flush [1] with the foundation.
  2. Thread stud [2] into the anchor location using two lock nuts.
  3. Place 1/2-13 hex nut on the 1/2-13 hex bolt [3] on top of the thrust plate.
  4. Place the anchoring strap [4].
  5. Place the washer [5] on the threaded rod.
  6. Thread the 1/2-13 hex nut [6] into the threaded rod.
  7. Be sure the anchoring strap [7] remains parallel to the clamped casting surface.
  8. Torque 1/2-13 hex nut to 25ft-lbs (34 nm).

Make sure that the anchor strap [1] is level on the hex nut [2] and the machine base [3].

NOTE: Make sure the threaded stud [4] is perpendicular to the floor and not bent. 

Make sure the threaded stud welded to the base is not bent as shown in the image [1].

If this occurs make sure that the anchor holes are drilled straight and re-drill them if necessary. 

If there is clearance on the anchor [1] and stud [2] place the end caps [3] on the ends as shown in the image. Place these caps on all all anchors.

NOTE: The UMC-1250/SS does not have the anchoring fingers on the base foot. The indicated holes on the anchoring layout will have them anchoring down the base flange as shown in the image. Image [1] is the front of the machine, while image [2] is the back of the machine. 

Sheet Metal Anchor Bracket Installation

These instructions are used for installing sheet metal anchor brackets or fence posts for APLs or Haas Robot Packages.

Note: There is no anchor template included with these assemblies. The brackets and fence post anchor holes are used to create the anchor hole locations. The locations are dimensioned in the layouts of the install instructions.

1. Install the Latch Toggle Clamp to the front of the Robot Drawer Cart and Sheet Metal Anchor Bracket.

2. Install the Latch Toggle Clamp to the rear of the Robot Drawer Cart and Sheet Metal Anchor Bracket.

3. The Sheet Metal Anchor Bracket or Fence Post holes are used to mark the drop in anchor hole locations.

4. Install the anchor hardware after the anchors are installed using the Drill Holes and Set the Anchors instructions above.