16 Tooling Installation

Tooling removal

  1. Stop the machine.

  2. Cool hot zones where required.

  3. Remove tooling using the specified lifting method.

Tooling installation

  1. Clean locating faces.

  2. Fit tooling and secure fasteners.

  3. Connect services (if applicable).

Tool change procedure (typical HMI-guided)

The exact button names vary by model.

  1. Select Change tool on the HMI (this typically lowers the top tool).

  2. Open the main doors.

  3. Fit the base tool to the base tool pressure plate.

  4. Fit the top tool and align to the heater sockets (where fitted).

  5. Fit transfer arms.

  6. Fit and tighten all hand fasteners.

  7. Close all guards.

  8. Press System Reset and acknowledge alarms.

  9. Select Change tool again (this typically loads the top tool).

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