Machine Waycover installation Tips and best practice when installing waycovers for CNC

CNC waycovers fail for a reason. Its your job to figure out why. See typical machine waycover failure problems for more info

• Start with cleaning the complete area where the way cover is installed.
• Next make sure any drainage whole in the casting area and corners drain properly to prevent future build up.
• Any bolts that are used should be replaced, including any main pivoting bolts used. This is important!
• Polish with emery or soft wire wheel any waycovers that have residue on them so its a nice shiny smooth surface.
• Make sure all rollers that run on top of the ways or machine casting roll freely.
• Look for all bumpers that are installed on each slat if equipped for smooth quiet operation.
• After installation lubricate the cover before moving. Spray oil or coolant on it. Larger covers need lubrication due to its size.
• Make sure way cover does not look like it is twisted in any way when mounting. Sometimes running a straight edge along the side of it will help to see how the alignment is.
• Hand wheel the CNC axis the full length of stroke slowly to make sure nothing binds.
• Put a program in the machine that runs the axis full stroke at a slow feed rate and let run for 15 minutes to make sure there are no problems.

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