An associate of mine recieved a 6030 VMC with a modified Fadal control [not the original control from what I understand].
FYI this newer model does not have the Z axis counterbalance weight.
(This situation did start a few months ago but was resolved after replacing the Z axis motor)
The problem: when the machine does for a tool change. An alarm on the Z axis.
Our nearby Fadal dealer sent a tech to investigate the alarm. The Z axis motor was changed out [not the fix], the amplifier was changed out [not the fix].
Now Fadal [including Ca.] is aware they cannot isolate the cause, nor apply the correct fix to the problem. He can run the machine only by doing manual tool changes and operating the rapid @ 50% until the tool is near the part.
Does anyone have the newer machine without the counterweight? Has anyone experienced this problem.
Thank you.
Bill