FLE/SOP/01/R.0 / DT:01.04.
2016
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP)
FOR CNC MILLING MACHINE
PRE-OPERATION:
Ø Ensure you are familiar with CNC ‘nesting’ and ‘tool-pathing’ software functionality.
Ø Locate & ensure you are familiar with the operation of the ON/OFF and emergency
stop controls.
Ø Ensure that front guard door and safety devices are in position and secured.
Ø Only machine materials that are suitable for this turning process.
Ø Ensure that the mill cutter bit size and profile conforms to specifications.
This machine must be isolated while any adjustments are made to the milling
head or tool cradle.
Ø Ensure all cutters are sharp and free of resin build upon wear.
Ø Adjust the waste collect or shroud (where fitted) correctly for maximum efficiency.
Ø Beware of any other personnel in the immediate vicinity and ensure the area is clear
before using this equipment.
Ø Familiarize yourself with all electrical and mechanical operations and controls,
including any handheld keypad interface remote control.
OPERATION:
Ø Never attempt to program this CNC machine without proper training.
ØNever pre-program any CNC mill to perform operations beyond the capacity
of the machine.
Ø Confirm all CNC programming instructions for the mill.
Ø Ensure that the material work piece is secured before milling.
Ø Ensure that the coolant system is operational before milling.
Ø Ensure all interchangeable tool head cradle movements remain unobstructed for
all operations.
Ø Never leave the CNC mill in operational mode while unattended.
POST-OPERATION
Ø On completion, isolate the switches. Leave the machine in a tidy, clean and safe manner.
RECORD TO BE MAINTAINED
· Maintenance Record
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FLE/SOP/01/R.0 / DT:01.04.2016
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP)
FOR CNC TURNING MACHINE
PRE-OPERATION:
Ø Ensure you are familiar with CNC ‘nesting’ and ‘tool-pathing’ software functionality.
Ø Locate & ensure you are familiar with the operation of the ON/OFF and emergency
stop controls.
Ø Ensure that front guard door and safety devices are in position and secured.
Ø Only machine materials that are suitable for this turning process.
Ø Ensure that the turning cutter bit size and profile conforms to specifications.
This machine must be isolated while any adjustments are made to the turret
head or tool cradle.
Ø Ensure all cutters are sharp and free of resin build upon wear.
Ø Adjust the waste collect or shroud (where fitted) correctly for maximum efficiency.
Ø Beware of any other personnel in the immediate vicinity and ensure the area is clear
before using this equipment.
Ø Familiarize yourself with all electrical and mechanical operations and controls,
including any handheld keypad interface remote control.
OPERATION:
Ø Never attempt to program this CNC machine without proper training.
ØNever pre-program any CNC turn to perform operations beyond the capacity
of the machine.
Ø Confirm all CNC programming instructions for the turning.
Ø Ensure that the material work piece is secured before turning.
Ø Ensure that the coolant system is operational before turning.
Ø Ensure all interchangeable tool head cradle movements remain unobstructed for
all operations.
Ø Never leave the CNC turn in operational mode while unattended.
POST-OPERATION
Ø On completion, isolate the switches. Leave the machine in a tidy, clean and safe manner.
RECORD TO BE MAINTAINED
· Maintenance Record
Prepared By Approved By
