Haas Automation CNC Vertical Machining Center VF-11/40

Check Through the Spindle Coolant (TSC) filters. Clean or replace element if needed.

Check for proper operation of auto drain on filter regulator.

On machines with the TSC option, clean the chip basket on the coolant tank. Remove the tank cover and remove any sediment inside the tank. Be careful to disconnect the coolant pump from the controller and POWER OFF the control before working on the coolant tank. Do this MONTHLY for machines without the TSC option.

Check air gauge/regulator for 85 psi. For 15K-spindle machines, check spindle air pressure regulator for 20 psi.

For machines with the TSC option, place a dab of grease on the V-flange of tools. Do this MONTHLY for machines without the TSC option.

Clean exterior surfaces with mild cleaner. DO NOT use solvents.

Check the hydraulic counterbalance pressure according to the machines specifications.;

Check way lube lubrication tank level

Clean chips from way covers and bottom pan

Wipe spindle taper with a clean cloth rag and apply light oil

Sign off on the daily CNC vertical machining center maintenance

40 taper spindles: Oil dripping from overflow tube at bottom of sump tank after adding oil from top?

50 taper spindles: Oil level visible in sightglass?

Way Covers Inspection and Lubrication

Did you lubricate the way covers with light oil?

Tool Changer Guide Rails Lubrication

Did you place a dab of grease on the outside edge of the guide rails of the tool changer and run through all tools?

Coolant Replacement and Tank Cleaning

TURN OFF power to the machine at the main breaker

Remove the retainer and the light lens

Remove the light bulb and replace

Replace the light lens and retainer

Sign off on the bulb replacement

Drained the oil from the bottom of the gearbox?

Removed inspection cover beneath spindle head?

Added oil slowly from top until oil begins dripping from overflow tube at bottom of sump tank?

For 50 taper spindles, added oil from the side of the transmission?

Checked oil filter and cleaned out residue at bottom of filter?

Replaced air filter on control box?