OPERATION, SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

I
90 – 350 CB II 
HYDRAULIC PRESS BRAKE

C I N C I N NAT I I N C O R P O RAT E D
CINCINNATI, OHIO 45211
EM-419 (R-08/96)  COPYRIGHT 1996
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED
CB II PRESS BRAKE ® INDEX

INTRODUCTION

SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION

SECTION 2 INSTALLATION
UNLOADING 2-1
LIFTING AND MOVING 2-1
FOUNDATION 2-1
ERECTION 2-1
CLEANING 2-2
LEVELING 2-2
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR 2-3
LUBRICATION 2-3
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION(S) 2-4

SECTION 3 SAFETY
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 3-1
SAFE OPERATION 3-1
OPERATING RULES 3-2
INSTALLING / REMOVING TOOLING GUIDELINES 3-3
SAFETY SIGNS 3-3
SAFETY GUIDELINES 3-5
SAFETY MAINTENANCE CHECK 3-5

SECTION 4 SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE AND RATINGS 4-1
SPECIFICATIONS CHART 4-2
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION 4-2
DEFINITION OF TERMS 4-2
CAPACITIES 4-4
PUNCHING CAPACITY 4-4
STRIPPING CAPACITY 4-4
ECCENTRIC LOAD CAPACITY (F-B) 4-4
OFF-CENTER LOAD CAPACITY (L-R) 4-5

SECTION 5 SET-UP AND USE

PRESS BRAKE TOOLING 5-1
TYPES OF DIES 5-1
TOOL INSTALLATION 5-2
GAGING - OPTIONAL BACKGAGES 5-3
CAPACITY 5-3
GAGE ASSEMBLY 5-4
ADJUST GAGE FINGER POSITION 5-5
PROGRAM GAGE POSITION(S) 5-6
WORK SUPPORTS 5-7
OPERATING TECHNIQUES 5-7
TOOLING AND SET-UP 5-7
RUNNING 5-8
SPEED CHANGE/FORMING SPEED 5-8
GAGES 5-8
REMOVING TOOLING 5-8

SECTION 6 MACHINE CONTROLS

MACHINE CONTROL STATIONS 6-1
CONTROLS – STANDARD AND MULTI-AXIS 6-1
OPERATOR CONTROLS 6-2
PALMBUTTON OPERATOR STATION 6-5
FOOTSWITCH 6-5
ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE 6-6
SECTION 7 OPERATION
STANDARD CONTROL – PROGRAMMING 7-1
TOP STOP POSITION 7-1
TILT 7-2
SPEED CHANGE POSITION 7-2
TONNAGE 7-2
BOTTOM REVERSAL POSITION 7-2
STROKE COUNTER 7-2
STROKE STOPS 7-2
FORM SPEED SELECT 7-2
GUARD MUTE SELECTOR SWITCH (Optional) 7-3
STANDARD CONTROL – OPERATION 7-3
MODE SELECT 7-3
SINGLE STROKE 7-3
SETUP MODE 7-3
REPORTED ERRORS 7-3
CONFIGURATION 7-3
DIAGNOSTICS 7-3
POWER-UP TEST ON CPU BOARD 7-4
MULTI-AXIS CONTROL – PROGRAMMING 7-6
ENTER NEW PROGRAM 7-6
JOB DATA 7-6
ANGLE MODE 7-7
PROGRAM DATA 7-9
STROKE STOPS 7-13
FORM SPEED SELECT 7-13
END PROGRAM 7-13
STORAGE/COMM 7-14
BACKGROUND COMMUNICATIONS 7-15
RS-232/422 COMMUNICATIONS 7-16
COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOL 7-16
CONFIGURATION 7-19
CABLE ASSEMBLY 7-20
DAILY START-UP OF THE PC 7-20
TROUBLESHOOTING 7-21
MULTI-AXIS CONTROL – OPERATION 7-23
MODE SELECT 7-23
SINGLE STROKE 7-23
SETUP MODE 7-24
CONFIGURATION 7-24
DIAGNOSTICS 7-24
SYSTEM ERROR 7-25
AXIS/VALVE POSITIONS 7-25
POWER-UP TEST ON CPU BOARD 7-26

SECTION 8 OPTIONS
ADDITIONAL OPERATOR CONTROLS 8-1
GAGE INSTALLATION 8-1
BACKGAGES 8-1
CNC BACKGAGE 8-1
CNC HEAVY DUTY BACKGAGE 8-1
CNC PLATE BACKGAGE 8-2
MANUAL FRONT GAGES 8-2
OIL COOLER 8-2
OIL HEATERS 8-2
OIL LEVEL / TEMPERATURE SWITCH 8-2
PRESENCE SENSING SAFEGUARDING INTERFACE 8-3
SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
LUBRICATION 9-1
BACKGAGES 9-1
HYDRAULIC OIL 9-3
OIL FILTER 9-3
CHECKING AND SETTING HYDRAULIC PRESSURES 9-4
AIR FILTER / BREATHER 9-6
HYDRAULIC UNIT OPTIONS 9-6
OIL COOLER 9-6
OIL HEATERS 9-6
CYLINDERS 9-6
MOTOR / PUMP 9-7
VALVES 9-7
SWIVEL END-GUIDE BEARING 9-7
RAM LINEAR TRANSDUCER (Potentiometer) ADJUSTMENT 9-7
MACHINE LEVEL 9-8
ELECTRICAL 9-8
BACKGAGE INSTALLATION 9-9
CNC BACKGAGE (Optional) 9-9
CNC HEAVY DUTY BACKGAGE (Optional) 9-9
CNC PLATE GAGE (Optional) 9-10
CARRIAGE ADJUSTMENT 9-11
MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST 9-11
ERROR MESSAGES 9-12

SECTION 10 SERVICE AND PARTS

ORDERING REPAIR PARTS 10-1
RETURNING PARTS FOR CREDIT 10-1
SERVICE 10-1
TECHNICAL TRAINING 10-1

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 INTRODUCTION

CINCINNATI CB II

The CB II is a hydraulically driven press brake. Linear transducers (potentiometers) constantly

monitor the bed-to-ram position and are interfaced with the CB II control. The control is a
programmable microcomputer accessed by the operator through a keyboard with the standard
LED or optional LCD display.

The standard CB II LED Control can be quickly programmed for the vertical motion of the ram
only. This provides a simple, accurate stroke. Other features easily selected at the control sta-
tion are forming speed, operating mode and various stroke stops.

The optional CB II Multi-Axis LCD Control can be programmed for a simple vertical stroke of
the ram, sequencing the ram to multiple depths, as well as vertical and horizontal movement
of the optional backgage. The Multi-Axis Control can be used for a quick individual job or for a
complicated multi-bend part. Once the program has been entered and run, it can be saved in
the control memory for future recall and use.

PART QUALITY

The following factors affect part quality:

✦ Press Brake condition and repeatability

✦ Operator ability
✦ Type and condition of tooling
✦ Quality of material

The CB II is both rugged and precise; with reasonable maintenance and proper operation, it
will form metal parts easily and accurately.

Operator ability obviously af fects part quality and pr oduction rate. CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED provides many design features in the machine and optional accessories to
aid the operator with producing consistent parts. The operator or set-up person must select
the best tooling from those available. The type of gaging, material supports or other special
equipment will affect how the part is produced. Selecting the proper bend sequence is impor-
tant to obtain quality parts and for operator safety. CINCINNATI offers both operator and
maintenance training programs at our factory to address these factors. This training may
cover subjects such as the basics of forming and microcomputer controls.

Worn, damaged or poor quality dies or filler blocks can directly affect part quality. Using good
tooling, selecting the correct tooling for the job, and setting them up properly can produce
good part quality.

Quality of material can affect angular tolerances of the bend. This is due to normal material
thickness variations found in commercial steels as well as hard and soft spots in the metal.
Using a good grade of material and the proper tooling set-up will minimize the variations.

The contents of this manual will assist in understanding the operation, safe use and mainte-
nance of the CINCINNATI CB II Hydraulic Press Brake. Read this manual before operating the
press brake.
 SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION
CB II PRESS BRAKE

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12 17 16 15 14 13 12

1. LEFT HOUSING 9. CONTROL PENDANT 15. PRESENCE SENSING GUARD

2. CYLINDER MANIFOLD & 10. PRESENCE SENSING DEVICE ON-OFF LIGHTS (Optional)
VALVES (2) (Optional) 16. BED
3. COUNTERBALANCE MANIFOLD 11. PALMBUTTON OPERATOR 17. BACKGAGE BAR (Optional)
& VALVES (2) STATION (Optional Pedestal 18. CROWNABLE FILLER BLOCK
4. RAM Mount) (Optional)
5. RIGHT HOUSING 12. BED SHOE 19. OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
13. FOOTSWITCH MANUAL POUCH
6. RIGHT CYLINDER
14. DIE CLAMPS 20. LEFT CYLINDER
7. CAPACITY PLATE
8. PENDANT ARM
FIGURE 1-1 – Front View
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9 8 7

1. DRIVE MOTOR AND PUMP 7. CNC BACKGAGE WITH PROGRAMMABLE

2. OIL FILTER R-AXIS (Optional)
3. OIL SIGHT GAGE AND THERMOMETER 8. ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE
4. HOUSING BRACE / HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR 9. MAIN DISCONNECT SWITCH
5. RESERVOIR DRAIN VALVE 10. LINEAR TRANSDUCER (Potentiometer) GUARD (2)
6. LEVELING SCREW (4)

FIGURE 1-2 – Rear View

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 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION
UNLOADING
After receiving your CB II Hydraulic Press Brake,
carefully remove the contents of the one or more
boxes shipped with the machine. All of the
machine’s optional accessories and small parts are
in these boxes, such as wrenches and leveling
shims. Check all of these parts with the packing list.
Claims for shortages should be made within ten
days.

All machines are shipped assembled on skids.

Remove all shipping paper from the wrapped parts of

the machine. Leave the shipping skids and bed and
ram bracing attached to the machine until it has
been moved to its final location.

LIFTING AND MOVING

The machine can be handled by a crane(s) of suffi-
cient capacity with chains or cables of adequate size
(refer to American National Standards Institute
B30.9). Shipping weight of the machine is listed on
the Bill of Lading for the shipment. Check this
weight carefully before lifting or handling. Use
chains or cables adjusted to the proper length for
even lifting. The chains or cables should be long
enough to minimize the side loading on the hous-
ings. If short cables are used, fit a spreader beam
between the housings near the lifting holes. A typical
hitch is shown in Figure 2-1.
If your crane does not have sufficient capacity, or no
crane is available, rig the machine into final location.
FIGURE 2-1 – Lifting the machine
FOUNDATION
A CB II Hydraulic Press Brake must be provided with
a rigid foundation to ensure that alignment of the
housings and cross framing members is maintained.
The foundation must support the weight of the
machine without cracking or settling out-of-level.
For details of the foundation recommended for your
machine refer to the Foundation Plan drawing. It is
advisable, particularly in localities where unusual
soil conditions may exist, to have your Foundation
Plan approved by a local registered civil engineer.

CAUTION As a final check before locating the CB II Hydraulic

BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL TO KEEP THE
MACHINE SUPPORTED EVENLY AND TO
GUARD AGAINST TIPPING.
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED recommends that pro-
fessional riggers be employed to handle the machine.
This is to guard against injury to personnel and pre-
vent damage to the machine. If jacks are used to
lower the machine onto the foundation bolts, care
should be taken to prevent twisting of the machine.
Press Brake on the foundation, see that the anchor
bolts in your foundation match the bolt hole spacing
in the housing feet. Check the width of the bed pit
(when required) and the distance from the centerline
of the front foundation bolts to the front edge of the
bed pit. They should agree with the dimensions
shown on the Foundation Plan drawing.
ERECTION
Open the shim packages shipped with the machine
and remove the thickest shim from each package.
Place one shim at each foundation bolt location. The
top surfaces of the shims must be about level. Thin-
ner shims can be used to obtain this level condition.
Place a 1/8” (3.2mm) thick shim at the front feet
locations to deliberately make the front of machine

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high. It is easier to raise the rear housing feet to LEVELING
obtain final leveling when the CB II Hydraulic Press
Brake is in position. As an option, it is recommended CB II Hydraulic Press Brake is leveled by placing flat
that a transit is used to establish that all four pads steel shims (supplied with machine) of proper thick-
are in the same plane. ness under the housing feet as required. Use a preci-
sion level – not a carpenter’s or machinist’s level.
Lift the machine with a crane to remove skids. If no Always wipe the level and bed surface clean and
crane is available, secure against tipping as soon remove burrs before positioning the level.
as the skidded machine is placed on the foundation
and before skids are removed. The machine can be raised or lowered by using level-
ing screws in the housing feet. Use at least a two
To secure against tipping use a block and tackle. foot length of pipe on the wrench. The foundation
Run one from the housing lifting hole to the rear of bolt nuts must be loosened, not removed, before
the machine and secure to a solid anchor in the jacking the machine. Before checking the level of the
building. Run another block and tackle from the machine, foundation bolt nuts must be securely
other housing lifting hole to the front and secure. To tightened to the previously specified torque.
remove skids, raise the machine in about 2” (51mm)
steps with the aid of blocking and jacks of sufficient Start leveling by checking the setting of machine
capacity. The jacks should be placed under the front lengthwise. Place level in the center of bed parallel to
and rear of housings. Use leveling screws in housing edges of the bed. Level the machine lengthwise by
feet for inserting and removing jacks. Block up hous- placing the required metal shim under the low hous-
ings, about 2” (51mm) at a time, until there is ing feet, both front and back. Lower the machine
enough clearance to remove skids. Lower machine and recheck level. Repeat until machine is level
by removing the blocking about 2” (51mm) at a time lengthwise.
from alternate housings. Temporarily bolt the
machine in place on the foundation. Remove the Level the CB II Hydraulic Press Brake front-to-back
block and tackle used to secure machine against tip- with level crosswise on the bed as shown in Figure
ping. Remove shipping blocks from between bed and 2-2. Check first with the level at the right end of the
ram. machine and then at the left end. Add or remove
shims under the front or back housing feet as
See the following chart for foundation nut seating required. Level readings on both ends of bed must be
torques. alike within .001” (.025mm). Recheck lengthwise
level and repeat above procedure until machine is
BOLT SEATING TORQUES Ft.-Lbs. (Nm) level in all directions.
DIAMETER BED BOLT FOUNDATION NUT
297 –
3/4"
(403) –
734 454
1"
(995) (616)
1189 815
1-1/4"
(1612) (1105)
2033 –
1-1/2"
(2757) –

CLEANING
Thoroughly clean protective grease from all other
parts of the machine. Remove the grease with a rag
saturated in cleaning solvent (mineral spirits) and
wipe with clean rags. A stiff brush will get into the
corners. Do not use an air hose. The pressure could
drive grit and dirt into bearing surfaces. After clean-
ing the machine thoroughly, wipe dry. Make sure no
FIGURE 2-2 – Leveling the machine
dirt or grit is left, lightly oil the bed and ram finished
surfaces. Periodic cleaning of the machine after Check the ram guide and slide alignment to make
installation is recommended. sure there is no twist in the machine. This is done
by loosening the ram clamp bolts until the ram

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hangs free of the guides. Measure with a feeler gage ple #2 the excessive clearance was at the right guide
the clearance between the ram slide liner and the and slide. Since this measurement was positive, the
ram guide at the top and bottom. See Figure 2-3. clearance was at the top. To bring the alignment into
Measure at both left and right guide. The top mea- tolerance, shims could be added under the right rear
surement is always given a plus (+) value and the housing foot, or removed from the left rear housing
bottom is always given a minus (-) value. foot. The alignment must be corrected even if it
causes the bed to be out-of-level.
EXAMPLE #1:
Left Right After the machine is level, retighten foundation bolt
Clearance Clearance nuts securely. Recheck guide and slide alignment.
At top +.005 (.127mm) +.000 IMPORTANT: Before running the machine, tight-
At bottom -.020” (.508mm) -.015” (.381mm) en the guide clamp bolts to 60 ft.-lbs.
Then total -.015 (.381mm) -.015 (.381mm) (81.4Nm) and lubricate slide liners with
light hydraulic oil. Use tool shown in Figure
Since the values are equal, the guides are in the 2-4 supplied by CINCINNATI INCORPORATED.
same plane and there is no twist in the machine.
60 FT. LBS. EQUALS 100 FT.
EXAMPLE #2: 13.5" HERE LBS. ON GUIDE
REF. CLAMP BOLTS
Left Right
Clearance Clearance
At top +.005 (.127mm) +.020 (.508mm)
TORQUE SPECIAL
At bottom -.015” (.381mm) -.000” WRENCH - TOOL 9"
1/2" DRIVE
Then total -.010 (.254mm) +.020 (.508mm)
FIGURE 2-4 – Tool for guide clamp bolts

IMPORTANT: After loosening and tightening

guide clamp bolts for ram guide and slide
alignments, the linear transducers must be
reset per “Ram Linear Transducer Adjust-
ment” instructions in SECTION 9.

Alignment may not be permanent. Recheck level in a

few weeks. Do not use any grouting around the
machine. For machines where the bed goes below
floor level, leave the bed pit empty and cover exposed
pit opening with steel plate.

HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
The hydraulic reservoir is equipped with a drain
valve. See Figure 1-2. Before starting machine, crack
this valve open. Water may have collected in the
tank during shipment. If no water comes out, or
when oil starts coming out, close the valve securely.
Repeat this check monthly.
FIGURE 2-3 – Ram slide and guide alignment

The amount of clearance is not important. However,

the difference between the clearance of the left and
right guide/slide indicates the amount of misalign-
ment. The maximum allowable difference is .004”
(.102mm). In this example the difference is .030”
(.762mm), which indicates there is twist in the
machine.
This condition is corrected by adding or removing
shims under one of the rear housing feet. In Exam-
LUBRICATION
Proper lubrication is of extreme importance to your
machine. The following lubrication points should be
checked before start-up and at regular intervals
thereafter.
1. Hydraulic Reservoir: Before starting machine
check for proper fluid level at the oil sight gage.
See Figure 1-2.

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CAUTION
STANDARD MACHINES ARE DESIGNED FOR
AND SHIPPED WITH PETROLEUM BASED
HYDRAULIC FLUID, WHICH CAN BE FLAM-
MABLE. CHECK APPLICABLE FIRE CODES
FOR SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS.
2. Cylinder Clevis Pins: Lubricate while cycling
ram under load, such as obtained with a bump-
ing die. Lubricate once a month. Use a #2 lithi-
um base grease with “moly” additive (C.I. grease
H-2M). This must be done after electrical connec-
tions are made and the machine is running.
CAUTION
KEEP CLEAR OF THE MOVING RAM.
3. Ram Guides and Slide Liners: Wipe clean and
flush with light hydraulic oil.
4. Gages: Clean and lubricate all exposed guide
rails with a light coating of spray lubricant or
#10 oil. The X and R-Axis ballscrews should also
be lubricated with a light coating of spray lubri-
cant or #10 oil. These ballscrews are easily
accessed by removing the protective covers. See
SECTION 9, MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
for more specific details.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION(S)
Suitable electrical leads must be brought to the
machine as shown on Foundation Plan drawing.
These leads are connected to the incoming side of
electrical disconnect switch in the main electrical
enclosure. Be certain that leads are the correct size
and that proper voltage is fed to the machine.
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED equipment requires
that the incoming line supply at the machine does
not vary more than plus or minus 10% from the
nominal. Some installations may require additional
line conditioning other than supplied with the
machine controls. Contact CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED Service Department for further
information.
Machine must be connected to a good earth ground.
A ground lug on the electrical panel near the discon-
nect is provided for this purpose. Refer to local and
state codes for acceptable grounding methods.
Note: If a CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service Rep-
resentative is not present, call before pro-
ceeding any further or starting machine.
He will complete all electrical connections and
check motor rotation.
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 SECTION 3
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR HYDRAULIC PRESS BRAKE
OPERATION
Press brakes manufactured by CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED comply with the construction
requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health
Act and the National Safety Standards of the Ameri-
can National Standards Institute.
The CB II is a hydraulic press brake with advanced
microprocessor controls and an optional backgage.
The press brake is a versatile and multi-purpose
machine. We recommend evaluating each press
brake operation in order to determine the method of
point-of-operation safeguarding which best meets
that operation. The press brake, tooling, piece part
and method of feed and removal must be evaluated
for each job before deciding on the safeguarding to
be used. See CINCINNATI Safeguarding Bulletin PI-
50686 for ideas on types of safeguarding available.
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED recommends that you
read and understand the safeguarding, use and care
requirements of the American National Standard for
Press Brakes, ANSI B11.3. This is available from the
American National Standards Institute, 11 West
42nd Street, New York, New York 10036 and is
included with the complete machine manual.
For additional safety information we recommend:
✦ securing applicable safety data sheets from
the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake
Drive, Itasca, Illinois 60143-3201.
✦ determining your responsibilities under your
state and local safety codes
✦ requesting assistance from the loss prevention
department of your workmen’s compensation
carrier
Personnel responsible for your press brake operator
training program, tooling set-up, maintenance, and
operations must read and understand this Opera-
tion, Safety and Maintenance manual. No one should
set-up, operate or maintain this press brake until
they thoroughly understand it and know how to do
their job safely. Read this manual in its entirety.
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FOR SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR
CINCINNATI PRESS BRAKE
KEEP CLEAR OF THE POINT-OF-OPERATION
The purpose of a press brake is to bend metal, and it
is obvious that this same capacity will sever arms,
hands, fingers or any other part of the body that is
in the point-of-operation when the ram is activated.
During operation, all parts of your body must be
completely clear of the work area. NEVER PLACE
ANY PART OF YOUR BODY IN THE POINT-OF-
OPERATION (Die area).
If operation by more than one person is required,
operator controls must be furnished for each person.
If foot controls are used, and your evaluation of that
specific operation indicates safeguarding is neces-
sary, provide the necessary safeguarding before any
work is performed. (See ANSI B11.3 and CINCINNATI
Safeguarding Bulletin PI-50686.)
If you use two-hand operator control station(s) as
point-of-operation safeguarding, be certain that they
comply with ANSI B11.3.
If operation by more than one person is required,
one person should be responsible to see that not
only his own body is clear of the point-of-operation
and all moving parts, but also that his co-workers
are clear and entirely visible in a safe location,
before the press brake is operated.
During set-up, maintenance or other work on the
machine which necessitates manipulation within the
point-of-operation, either the ram should be at the
bottom of the stroke or it should be blocked so the
dies cannot close. The power supply should be dis-
connected and locked OFF.
CONCENTRATE ON YOUR JOB
Improper operation of a machine, whether caused by
daydreaming or worrying about other problems,
could cripple you for life. Operating a press brake
requires your complete attention. Talking, joking or
participating in or watching horseplay could result
in physical injury to you . . . and that is nothing to
joke about. So watch what you are doing and con-
centrate on your job.
NEATNESS IS IMPORTANT
Keep the floor of your work area clear of scrap and
trash that could cause you to stumble. Put scrap in
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the proper containers and keep stock and finished 2. Evaluate each operation to determine the point-
work neatly arranged. Be sure slippery surfaces are of-operation safeguarding to be used.
cleaned up properly. Stumbling and slipping can
result in painful and perhaps even fatal injuries. 3. Use the point-of-operation safeguarding selected,
or method of operation selected to minimize the
Put all tools and equipment away when you are not exposure to potential hazards at the point-of-
using them. Only the part you are working with operation.
should be on the machine when it is operating. Even
a screwdriver can be deadly if left on the press brake 4. For small part insertion and removal, use a hand
or lower die. tool. DO NOT place your hands in the point-of-
operation.
PROPER TOOLS ARE IMPORTANT
Use proper tools when working on the press brake.
An improper tool might slip and cause lacerations.
When making repairs on the machine, disconnect
the power source and lock it out. Be sure the ram is
at the bottom of the stroke or blocked in place.

ELIMINATE LOOSE AND FLOWING CLOTHING

Loose or flowing clothes may be comfortable, but if
they are caught on the machine, it could result in an
injury to you. Keep jewelry to a minimum. That link
I.D. bracelet you got for Christmas could cost you
your hand or finger.

LOOK THINGS OVER CAREFULLY

Before operating your CINCINNATI CB II Press
Brake, look to see if your machine is in proper con-
dition. Are the dies worn? Are the machine’s covers
and guards securely in place? Is the machine
securely anchored to the floor? Are all nuts, bolts
and screws tight? Is everything in proper operating
condition? If not, report any unsafe condition or
needed repair to your supervisor and be sure the
problem is corrected before beginning operations.
The CINCINNATI CB II Press Brake you are operating
will not produce a tonnage greater than the maxi-
mum rated machine capacity (see capacity plate).
However, when using short or small area dies, the
tonnage must be reduced to avoid damage to the
tooling or the bed and ram of the machine. Too
much tonnage may also cause a die to rupture and
cause injury. Consult the Press Brake Capacities
bulletin for the load required to do the job. If this is
less than maximum machine capacity, program the
control not to exceed the required force by more
than 10%.
FOR THE SAFE OPERATION OF
YOUR CINCINNATI CB II
FOLLOW THESE RULES:
1. Never place any part of your body in the
point-of-operation (Die area). Placing your
hands or any part of your body in the point-of-
operation may result in serious injury or ampu-
tation.
5. Know how to safely operate and adjust your
CINCINNATI CB II Press Brake. Review the Oper-
ation and Maintenance sections of this manual.
6. Maintain proper lighting levels and eliminate
light glare to prevent eye strain and eye fatigue.
7. Protect your eyes from flying pieces of metal by
always wearing your safety glasses.
8. Always wear safety shoes. A heavy or pointed
piece of stock could fall and cause serious injury
to your foot.
9. Wear snug fitting hand and arm protection when
handling rough or sharp edged stock.
10. Keep the die area free of loose tools and materi-
als. When placing stock in the machine for form-
ing, be certain the gages and stops are correctly
set and the edge of the stock is against the gages.
11. Stand clear of the workpiece with your arms
slightly extended to avoid being hit if the stock
whips up or down as the bend is made. Be sure
you know how the workpiece will react to the
bend being made. If the workpiece whips-up,
place your thumbs and fingers below the materi-
al. If the workpiece whips-down, use the

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 clamp/stop feature of the machine control so
your hands can be removed from the workpiece
when the bend is made. Set the forming speed to
avoid excessive part “whip”.
12. When you leave the machine, place the ram at
the bottom of the stroke or place safety blocks in
position under the ram. Turn OPERATOR CON-
TROL selector to “OFF” and remove the key, even
if you will be away for only a few minutes.
13. Have the routine scheduled maintenance and
adjustments performed as shown on the Mainte-
nance Checklist in SECTION 9.
14. Check the alignment of the dies before operating
the machine after the dies have been changed or
if the machine has been idle overnight. Improper
alignment could cause chipping and flying chips
can cause lacerations and eye injuries.
15. Report any cuts, bruises and all other injuries to
your supervisor or the medical department
immediately. They are the best judges of the seri-
ousness of your injury.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR
INSTALLING, REMOVING AND
TRANSFERRING TOOLING (DIES)
Installing, removing and transferring tooling can be
hazardous and should be done with proper supervi-
sion by experienced set-up men. Improper handling
techniques can cause muscle strains, hernias or
serious disabling injuries.
1. Transfer dies using the proper techniques for the
weight of the die(s) being handled:
a. Very light dies, up to 50 pounds (23kg), can
be carried manually or transferred on a die
truck.
b. Dies weighing over 50 pounds (23kg), or those
that are awkward to move, should be handled
by a hoist.
If the punch or die has tapped holes for lifting
attachments, be sure the proper size bolts are
used. A bolt smaller in diameter than the tapped
hole will slip out and cause serious injury. If no
lifting attachments are provided, use only
approved rope slings so the dies will not be
nicked or scratched.
Lift the dies high enough to clear any obstruc-
tions, but no higher.
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DANGER
STAY CLEAR OF DIES WHILE THEY ARE BEING
TRANSFERRED, PARTICULARLY WHEN THEY ARE
BEING LIFTED. IF A DIE SHOULD SLIP, SERIOUS
INJURY, INCLUDING LOSS OF HAND, A FOOT OR
EVEN YOUR LIFE, COULD RESULT.
2. When installing and setting-up dies:
a. Clean machine and filler block surfaces to
which the dies will be fastened. Always turn
the machine OFF when working in this area.
b. Inspect the dies for chips, cracks or other haz-
ardous conditions. Wipe them off with a clean
cloth.
c. Always place the machine control MODE
selector in the “SETUP” position so the ram
can only be moved by the use of palmbuttons
or RAM UP button.
d. Never reach into or through the die area when
aligning the dies or setting the gaging.
3. When removing dies from the press brake:
a. Clear the work areas of all stock, containers,
tools and other equipment.
b. After placing safety blocks between the dies
and turning OFF the machine, clean both
upper and lower dies using a bench brush
and finally wipe clean with a cloth.
c. Place machine control MODE selector in the
“SETUP” position so the ram can only be
moved by use of the palmbuttons or RAM UP
button.
d. Never loosen the ram clamp bolts unless the
dies are in a closed position and the OPERA-
TOR CONTROL selector is in the “OFF” posi-
tion.
Detailed step-by-step instructions for installing and
removing tooling are provided in the SET-UP AND
USE section of this manual. These instructions
should be followed for safe installation and removal
of tooling from your CINCINNATI Press Brake.
Also included in the SET-UP AND USE section of
this manual are instructions for making bends, gag-
ing, blank development and use of the machine con-
trols.
SAFETY SIGNS
In order that press brake operators and mainte-
nance personnel may be warned of certain potential
hazards that may exist - unless specified procedures
are followed – a number of warning signs are
attached to CINCINNATI Hydraulic Press Brakes.
Warning signs are not intended to be a substitute for
reading and understanding this Safety section and
machine Operation and Maintenance manual.
The warning signs are placed at strategic points on
the press brake for the most effective use. It is
intended that they become a permanent part of the
equipment and, therefore, must not be removed, cov-
ered, hidden or defaced. All signs installed on the
machine by CINCINNATI INCORPORATED are identi-
fied by a small six digit part number in the lower
right corner. If any of these plates become damaged
or defaced, new ones should be ordered by contact-
ing the factory or the nearest CINCINNATI Sales and
Service Office.
The following illustrations are of the warning signs
most commonly used on the hydraulic press brakes.
Some other signs may be furnished to cover possible
hazards due to special equipment or machine fea-
tures. The user management should also include
additional warning signs to cover any hazards that
may be presented by customer-added auxiliary
equipment.
HAZARDOUS AREA (232913)
This sign warns of a hazardous area between the
machine housings at the rear of the press brake. The
sign is attached to a steel restraining cable which
spans the space between the housings. No one
should enter this area while the machine drive motor
is running or the control is energized.
DANGER
KEEP OUT OF THIS
AREA WHILE THE
MACHINE DRIVE
MOTOR IS RUNNING
DO NOT REMOVE THIS SIGN FROM THIS MACHINE
DIE AREA (153725)
This DANGER sign warns the operator to keep his
hands out of the die area (point-of-operation). The
sign is usually attached to one end of CINCINNATI
dies and not on the press brake. These adhesive
backed signs have been furnished in safety update
packages and are available from CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED.
DANGER
➧
153725
KEEP HANDS OUT OF DIE AREA
DANGER (240008)
This warning sign is attached to the press brake
ram, which is the most visible location on the
machine. The sign is a reminder to operators or
maintenance personnel that certain procedures
must be followed to prevent serious bodily injury.
DANGER
TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY . . .
DO NOT PLACE YOUR HANDS
IN THE DIE AREA
DO NOT POSITION ANY PART OF YOUR
BODY WHERE IT MAY BE STRUCK
OR CRUSHED BY PART MOVEMENT
ALWAYS READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND
SAFETY MANUAL BEFORE
INSTALLING DIES, OPERATING OR
SERVICING THE PRESS BRAKE
DO NOT REMOVE THIS SIGN FROM THIS PRESS BRAKE 240008
SAFETY GUIDELINES (240003)
This sign is also attached to the ram adjacent to the
DANGER sign. It provides a checklist of safety con-
siderations which should be observed before, during
and after operation of the press brake.
SAFETY GUIDELINES HYDRAULIC PRESS BRAKE
● READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION AND SAFETY MANUAL
●
●
●
KNOW HOW TO USE THE OPERATOR CONTROLS AND MODES OF OPERATION
POSITION RAM AT BOTTOM OF WORKING STROKE
SET-UP
TURN OPERATOR CONTROLS "OFF" (key lock) WHEN WORKING IN DIE AREA
● USE "INCH" MODE AND TWO HAND CONTROL
●
●
●
TO AVOID SPLITTING DIE, MAKE CERTAIN TONNAGE CAPACITY OF DIE IS NOT EXCEEDED
PROVIDE POINT OF OPERATION SAFEGUARDING
TEST ALL THE REQUIRED OPERATION CONTROL STATIONS, MODES OF OPERATION AND
SAFEGUARDING
● INSTRUCT OPERATORS IN PROPER USE OF SET-UP
● REMOVE ALL KEYS UNDER SUPERVISORY CONTROL
●
●
●
USE POINT OF OPERATION SAFEGUARDING
OPERATION
KNOW THE SET-UP AND PROPER METHOD OF OPERATION
TEST ALL THE REQUIRED OPERATOR CONTROL STATIONS AND MODES OF OPERATION
232913 BEFORE EACH SHIFT, EACH JOB RUN, AND AFTER EACH BREAK
● KEEP HANDS OUT OF DIE AREA (point of operation)
● DO NOT POSITION ANY PART OF YOUR BODY WHERE IT MAY BE STRUCK OR CRUSHED BY
PART MOVEMENT
● USE HAND TOOLS FOR SMALL OR NARROW PIECE PARTS
● MAKE CERTAIN EVERYONE IS CLEAR OF PRESS BRAKE, DIES AND MATERIAL BEFORE OPERATING
●
●
TURN OFF OR LOCKOUT OPERATOR CONTROLS WHEN NOT OPERATING PRESS BRAKE
WHEN YOU LEAVE THIS PRESS BRAKE:
● POSITION RAM AT BOTTOM OF WORKING STROKE
● TURN OFF OR LOCKOUT OPERATOR CONTROLS
● TURN POWER OFF
DO NOT REMOVE THIS SIGN FROM THIS PRESS BRAKE 240003
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GUARD AGAINST TIPPING (416875)
The design of hydraulic press brakes is such that
much of the weight is concentrated to the front of
the machine. This sign cautions that the machine
should be guarded against tipping when moving or
installing until it is anchored to the floor. The sign
refers to the Operator’s manual for complete instal-
lation instructions.
CAUTION
THIS MACHINE IS HEAVY IN FRONT –
GUARD AGAINST TIPPING UNTIL
ANCHOR BOLTS ARE SECURED.
COMPLETE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE IN
"OPERATORS MANUAL" PACKED IN PLASTIC POUCH
ON SIDE OF MACHINE.
BEFORE STARTING - LEVEL, CLEAN, LUBRICATE AND
CHECK RAM SLIDES FOR PROPER CLEARANCE AS
DESCRIBED IN "OPERATORS MANUAL"
DO NOT REMOVE THIS SIGN FROM THIS MACHINE
PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR SAFETY
GUIDELINES
● Be sure you know your press brake - capacity,
controls, operating modes, safeguarding
● Know and understand the job you are about to
perform - material placement, feeding, movement
of material being formed
● Never place your hands in the die area
● Make sure no one is in backgage area at rear of
machine
● Tooling, press brake and gaging properly set for
the job
● Always cycle the press brake at least twice with-
out a part in dies before each shift and each job
● Keep die area free of all unnecessary material and
tools
● Do not hang tools on the ram
● Adequate safeguarding available and used
● Keep your body clear of workpiece
● Keep work area clean and orderly
● Keep alert - Keep your mind on the job
● Hand tools - personal protective devices available
and used
● Make certain all persons are clear of machine and
material before operating
● When you leave your press brake:
● Place ram at bottom of stroke or block
● Turn OPERATOR CONTROL to “OFF” and
remove key
● Turn MAIN DRIVE to “OFF”
FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE PRESS
BRAKE OPERATING PROCEDURES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
TO YOU OR ANOTHER EMPLOYEE.
SAFETY MAINTENANCE CHECK
416875 ● SAFEGUARDING at point-of-operation in proper
adjustment and operating properly
● PINCH POINT guarding properly installed
● OPERATOR CONTROLS working O.K.
● OPERATING MODES functioning properly
● RAM starting and stopping properly
● WARNING PLATES clean and easily read
● ELECTRICAL WIRING in good condition
● CAUTION PAINTING in good condition
● AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT checked - working
properly
● HAND TOOLS and personal protective equipment
in good order - readily available
● SAFETY MANUALS and OPERATOR MANUALS
attached to machine
● SCHEDULED NORMAL MAINTENANCE work com-
pleted
SAFETY IS PART OF YOUR JOB . . .
THE MORE ATTENTION YOU PAY TO
DEVELOPING SAFE HABITS, THE LESS
THE CHANCES OF INJURY TO YOU
AND YOUR FELLOW EMPLOYEES.
❦
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 SECTION 4 SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE AND RATINGS

CLEAR TOTAL SHIPPING BENDING CAPACITY

WEIGHT BED TOP BED
LENGTH DISTANCE OVERALL PIT ABOVE TOP (Mild Steel)
(1) MOTOR
SERIES Ft.-Nominal BETWEEN DIE (NO REQD. FLOOR WIDTH
HOUSINGS SURFACE BACKGAGE) VEE H.P.
(m) Lbs. In. In. GA. x FT. (kw)
Ft.-In. Ft./In. (mm) (mm) In.
(m) (m) (kg) (mm x m) (mm)
6 6'-6-1/2" 8'-0" 13,300 12 Ga. x 12' 7/8
(1.8) (2) (2.4) (6033) (2.7 x 3.7) (22)
90 8 8'-6-1/2" 10'-0" 15,800
NO
34 3-1/2 10 Ga. x 9' 1-1/8 15
CB II (2.4) (2.6) (3.0) (7176) (864) (89) (3.4 x 2.3) (29) (11.18)
10 10'-6-1/2" 12'-0" 18,300 1/4 x 5' 2
(3.1) (3.2) (3.6) (8301) (6.3 x 1.3) (51)
6 6'-6-1/4" 8'-0" 14,800 10 Ga. x 12' 1-1/8
(1.8) (2) (2.4) (6713) 3-1/2 (3.4 x 3.7) (29)
8 8'-6-1/4" 10'-0" 17,000 (89) 3/16 x 10'-3" 1-1/2
NO
135 (2.4) (2.6) (3.0) (7711) 34 (4.8 x 3.1) (38) 15
CB II 10 10'-6-1/4" 12'-0" 19,800 (864) 1/4 x 7'-6" 2 (11.18)
(3.1) (3.2) (3.6) (8981) 4-1/2 (6.3 x 2) (51)
12 12'-6-1/4" 14'-0" 23,800 (114) 1/2 x 4'-8" 5
(3.7) (3.8) (4.2) (10,795) PIT (12.7 x 1.4) (127)
6 6'-6-3/4" 8'-0" 18,500 3/16 x 13'-4" 1-1/2
(1.8) (2) (2.4) (8391) (4.8 x 4) (38)
8 8'-6-3/4" 10'-0" 21,000 1/4 x 10'-0" 2
NO
175 (2.4) (2.6) (3.0) (9525) 34 4-1/2 (6.3 x 3.1) (51) 15
CB II 10 10'-6-3/4" 12'-0" 24,500 (864) (114) 3/8 x 6'-3" 3 (11.18)
(3.1) (3.2) (3.6) (11,113) (9.5 x 2) (76)
12 12'-6-3/4" 14'-0" 29,000 1/2 x 6'-1" 5
PIT
(3.7) (3.8) (4.2) (13,154) (12.7 x 2) (127)
6 6'-6-1/2" 8'-0" 22,500 22,500 2
(1.8) (2) (2.4) (10,206) 1/4 x 12'-9" 2
8 8'-6-1/2" 10'-0" 25,300 (6.3 x 3.9) (51)
NO
230 (2.4) (2.6) (3.0) (11,476) 36 5-1/2 3/8 x 8'-2" 3 15
CB II 10 10'-6-1/2" 12'-0" 29,200 (914) (140) (9.5 x 2.5) (76) (11.18)
(3.1) (3.2) (3.6) (13,245) 1/2 x 8'-0" 5
12 12'-6-1/2" 14'-0" 33,500 (12.7 x 2.4) (127)
PIT
(3.7) (3.8) (4.2) (15,195) (15,195) ()
8 8'-6" 10'-0" 34,300 34,300 0
(2.4) (2.6) (3.0) (15,558) 3/8 x 12'-5" 3
350 10 10'-6" 12'-0" 38,600
PIT
36 5-1/2 (9.5 x 3.8) (76) 15
CB II (3.1) (3.2) (3.6) (17,509) (914) (140) 1/2 x 12'-0" 5 (11.18)
12 12'-6" 14'-0" 44,000 (12.7 x 3.7) (127)
(3.7) (3.8) (4.2) (19,958) (19,958) ()

EM-419
(R-08/96) 4-1
SPECIFICATIONS
(2) (3)(4)
THROAT DIE SPACE RAM SPEED
MAX. TONNAGE STD. CLEARANCE Inches Inches/Min.
AT HIGH STROKE FROM CENTER (mm) (mm/Sec.)
SERIES FORM. SPEED LENGTH OF DIES
Tons Inches Inches FORMING RETURN
(kN) (mm) OPEN CLOSED HIGH
(mm)
HEIGHT HEIGHT APPROACH LOW MED HIGH HIGH
67 8 7 15 7 260 10 20 80 280
90
(596) (203) (178) (381) (178) (110) (4.2) (8.4) (34) (119)
101 8 7 15 7 200 10 20 55 185
135 (898) (203) (178) (381) (178) (85) (4.2) (8.4) (23) (78)
131 10 8 17 7 180 8 16 40 200
175 (1156) (254) (203) (432) (178) (76) (3.4) (6.8) (17) (85)
172 10 8 17 7 155 8 16 35 175
230 (1530) (254) (203) (432) (178) (66) (3.4) (6.8) (15) (74)
262 10 10 18 8 105 5 10 20 95
350 (2331) (254) (254) (457) (203) (44) (2.1) (4.2) (8.4) (40)
(1) BENDING CAPACITIES ALLOW FOR 15% RESERVE OF RATED TONNAGE TO COVER POSSIBLE INCREASES IN MATERIAL THICKNESS, TENSILE
STRENGTH AND YIELD STRENGTH.
(2) STROKE ADJUSTS FROM .50" (13mm) MINIMUM TO ANY LENGTH UP TO MAXIMUM SHOWN. MAXIMUM STROKE IS REDUCED IF THE RAM IS TILTED.

(3) RAM SPEEDS ARE BASED UPON AN 1800 RPM MOTOR @ 60 Hz. 50 Hz MOTORS WOULD REDUCE ALL SPEEDS TO 5/6 OF RATED VALUES. E
SPEEDS ARE NOMINAL VALUES THAT MAY VARY ±15%.
(4) RAM SPEEDS ARE DETERMINED WHILE RUNNING IN A "NO-LOAD" CONDITION.

transducers continually monitor the ram position

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The CB II is a hydraulically driven press brake. Lin-
ear transducers (potentiometers) constantly monitor
the bed-to-ram position. The Control is a program-
mable microcomputer, interfaced by the operator
through a keyboard and an LED or optional LCD
display. The program controls vertical movement of
the ram and horizontal and vertical movements of
the optional backgage. After a program is entered
either the machine can be run or the program stored
in internal memory (LCD Display only). The CB II
Control allows both individual and long run jobs,
consisting of either simple or complex, multi-bend
parts. After a program is run, the program and relat-
ed set-up information can be saved for future use.
(LCD Display only)
DEFINITION OF TERMS
at each housing. The transducers are shock-resis-
tant and allow normal punching capacity on these
machines.
CONTROL: The machine control provides the high
speed processing logic for the ram position, opera-
tor programming and optional CNC gage. The con-
trol utilizes a 32-bit processor, well known for it’s
use in embedded control applications. Operator
interface is accomplished by means of a keyboard
and an LED or optional LCD display.
RAM STROKE: Hydraulic pressure from the pump
forces the cylinder pistons down or up to move
the ram. The stroke length is adjustable. The
maximum standard stroke length for each series
machine is shown in the preceding Specifications
chart.

PUMP: A motor driven, variable volume, hydraulic
piston pump provides the flow and pressure for
advancing, retracting and loading the power cylin-
ders. This pump is equipped with a “load sensing”
control which precisely matches pump flow and
pressure to load demands. This precise match
provides maximum system efficiency.
LINEAR TRANSDUCERS (POTENTIOMETERS):
Each end of the machine is equipped with a high
resolution .0004” (.01016mm) transducer. These
TONNAGE CAPACITY: The tonnage on CB II
hydraulic press brakes is adjustable from approx-
imately 5% of full tonnage to full tonnage. The
maximum full tonnage is determined by the cylin-
ders, pistons and the limits of the frame design.
The machine capacity plate and the preceding
chart show the maximum tonnage capacity. Also
see the CINCINNATI Press Brake Capacities book-
let PT-50691 included with the complete machine
manual.

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DIE SPACE: Each size machine has a fixed amount
of die space to accommodate the dies or tooling
and filler block. OPEN HEIGHT is the maximum
die space available. It is the distance from the bed
top to the ram nose when the ram is at maximum
UP stroke position. CLOSED HEIGHT is the mini-
mum die space available. It is the distance from
bed top to ram nose when the ram is at bottom of
the stroke. See Figure 4-1.
FIGURE 4-1 – Die Space
THROAT: Most forming on press brakes is done
between the housings. However, when long mate-
rials or forming at one end of the machine is
required, the housing throat provides space for
the material. This space is limited by the depth of
throat. Details of the throat are found on the
Throat detail drawing.
CLOSED POSITION: This is the overall height of the
dies when ram is at the bottom of the stroke and
is adjusted to make the proper bend. See Figure
4-2.
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FIGURE 4-2 – Closed position
DIE PENETRATION: This is the distance the upper
die penetrates the lower die. For a 90° air bend
die the penetration is about 40% of the vee die
opening.
The combined height of the dies and filler block
when in the closed position must be more than
the closed height, but less than the open height
dimensions. The difference between this combined
height and the open height is the maximum
amount of stroke which can be used for a particu-
lar set-up.
FILLER BLOCKS: Various types of filler blocks are
available to hold the lower die. They provide a
means of adjusting and clamping the lower die in
position. Filler blocks are optional and should be
selected to suit the machine tooling and type of
bending.
MICROCROWNING: A crown is machined into the
bed of each CINCINNATI Press Brake. It is
designed so the bed and ram will be parallel at
1/2 to 2/3 of machine capacity with a load uni-
formly distributed over the nominal length of the
machine. This feature improves bend accuracy
under normal forming loads and minimizes shim-
ming of the dies.
CAPACITIES forming and punching loads). Figure 4-5 shows the
maximum stripping load available at the center of
PUNCHING CAPACITY the machine.
CINCINNATI Hydraulic Press Brakes are rated to
perform punching loads up to 66% of the maximum
machine capacity at the center of the machine when MAXIMUM
punching mild steel using self-contained units on an
CB II STRIPPING LOAD
occasional basis. When punching is to be performed SERIES TONS
(kN)
on a continuous production basis, with dedicated die
sets or high tensile - 70,000 PSI (482636 kPa) - 9.0
material is to be processed, the punching capacity is 90 CB II (80)
reduced to 50% of the maximum machine capacity, 13.5
Figure 4-3. Additional punching capacity can be 135 CB II (120)
obtained by stepping the punches (Figure 4-4) on
17.5
multiple levels. For special punching applications, 175 CB II
where die sets or special machine features (for exam- (156)
ple, wide bed, deep throat, etc.) are required, consult 23.0
230 CB II (205)
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED.
35.0
When punching, the ram must be set-up to reverse 350 CB II (311)
on POSITION. Enter sufficient tonnage to keep ram
FIGURE 4-5 – Stripping load
from reversing on TONNAGE.
ECCENTRIC LOAD CAPACITY
MAXIMUM PUNCHING CAPACITY (FRONT-TO-BACK)
CB II TONS/LEVEL
(kN/LEVEL) Occasionally special forming or punching set-ups
SERIES
MILD STEEL HI-TENSILE are made which do not have their load centers locat-
ed on the bed and ram centerlines. When this condi-
60 45
90 CB II tion exists, care must be taken not to exceed the
(534) (400)
maximum eccentric (front-to-back) load capacity of
90 67.5 the machine. See Figure 4-6.
135 CB II (801) (600.5)
115 87.5
175 CB II (1023) (778) C - CENTERLINE
150 115 L - LOAD (FORMING OR
230 CB II (1334.5) (1023) PUNCHING) - TONS (kN)
230 175
350 CB II (2046) (1557)
d - DISTANCE BETWEEN
MACHINE C & LOAD C -
FIGURE 4-3 – Maximum punching capacity INCHES (mm)

MAXIMUM ECCENTRIC
CB II LOAD CAPACITY
SERIES INCH-TONS
(mm-kN)
100
90 CB II (35)
100
135 CB II (35)
200
175 CB II (70)
200
230 CB II (70)
300
350 CB II (105)

d x L MUST BE EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN

FIGURE 4-4 – Multiple level punching MAXIMUM ECCENTRIC LOAD CAPACITY
STRIPPING CAPACITY FIGURE 4-6 – Eccentric load capacity
A stripping load is a force which occurs on the UP
stroke of the ram. The direction of this type of load is
down on the ram and up on the bed (the reverse of

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 DANGER
EXCEEDING THE ECCENTRIC LOAD CAPACI-
TY COULD OVERSTRESS BED AND DIE
CLAMP BOLTS CAUSING THEM TO SHATTER
AND POSSIBLY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO
PERSONNEL. DAMAGE COULD ALSO
OCCUR TO THE SLIDES AND GUIDES AND
SINK UPPER BED BOLTS INTO THEIR COUN-
TERBORES, CAUSING THE BED CONNEC-
TION TO LOOSEN.

OFF-CENTER LOAD CAPACITY

(LEFT-TO-RIGHT)
Most forming and punching jobs are located on the
centerline of the machine where full rated machine
capacity is available. When the load is not located at
the center of the machine, only a portion of the total
capacity is available as shown in Figure 4-7.
For example, a 135CB II Press Brake has 100% -
135 tons (1201kN) of its rating available for bending
at the centerline of the machine. At either housing,
regardless of length, only 50% of the tonnage - 67.5
tons (600.5kN) is available.
FIGURE 4-7 – Off-center load capacity
To determine the available tonnage at a point
between the centerline and either housing, the ratios
shown in Figure 4-7 can be used. For example, a
135CB II x 10’ Press Brake is approximately 128”
(3251mm) from housing to housing (L). A point of .3
of this length is 38.4” (975mm) (.3 x 128”/3251mm).
Then at 38.4” (975mm) from the centerline of the
machine 62% (83.7 tons/745kN) of the tonnage is
available.

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 SECTION 5
PRESS BRAKE TOOLING
A hydraulic press brake is a very versatile bending
machine. It is capable of exerting high forces
between its bed and ram. These forces are applied
and directed into the material to be formed by the
use of tooling (dies).
The type and shape of the dies are the principle fac-
tors in establishing the shape of the part to be
formed. There are many different types and shapes
of press brake dies. Some have a very special and
unique shape. However, most dies are members of a
family of tooling called Vee Dies. See Figure 5-1.
FIGURE 5-1 – Vee Dies
EM-419
(R-08/96)
SET-UP AND USE
These dies, being the most common and widely
used, will be referred to in the following instructions.
TYPES OF DIES
AIR BEND DIES: These dies are made with sharper
angles than the angle to be formed. The metal
being formed contacts only the nose of the upper
die and the two radii of the lower vee die opening.
See Figure 5-2. Thus, all of the ram force is used
in forming and none in squeezing the metal. Any
angle greater than the die angle can be formed by
adjusting the stroke reversal position as required.
See the Press Brake Capacities booklet, PT-50691,
included with this manual for further air bending
information.
FIGURE 5-2 – Air bend dies
BOTTOMING DIES: The primary purpose of bot-
toming dies is to provide greater part accuracy
and special shapes. They can also be used to
obtain a relatively sharp inside corner. They are
made in matched pairs, according to the thick-
ness of the stock to be formed and radius
required. See Figure 5-3. These dies require three
to ten times as much force as air bend dies. Other
types of bottoming dies are coining dies (used to
obtain a sharp inside radius), multiple bend and
channel dies, and radius bend dies. Do not use
ANGLE mode when bottoming. Use POSITION or
TONNAGE Reversal.
FIGURE 5-3 – Bottoming dies
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CINCINNATI INCORPORATED can provide many
other types of standard and special dies, some of
which are shown in Figure 5-4.
FIGURE 5-4 – Types of dies
DIE SETS: Special care and precautions should be
taken when operating die sets with guide pins and
bushings.
Depending on the working height of the die set,
the full stroke return may cause the die set guide
pins and bushings to separate. Re-entry of the
guide pins into the bushings may be difficult, if
not impossible. Each die set application should be
reviewed for this condition.
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED recommends that
the working height of all die sets be such that the
bushings never leave the guide pins when the ram
makes a full up stroke.
TOOL INSTALLATION
To install the tooling, use the following procedure:
✦ Turn “ON” the main disconnect switch.
✦ Depress MAIN DRIVE - START pushbutton on
CB II Control Station (Figure 6-1).
5-2
✦ Turn OPERATOR CONTROL selector to “ON”
position.
✦ Use MODE selector to place machine in “SET-
UP” mode.
CAUTION
READ GUIDELINES IN SAFETY SECTION FOR
INSTALLING TOOLING BEFORE PROCEEDING.
SET-UP mode is used to run the ram down using
the Palmbutton Operator Station, and up using
the RAM UP button.This mode is to be used only
for positioning the ram under no-load conditions.
✦ If the ram is not at maximum “up” position,
depress RAM UP button on Palmbutton Operator
Station to raise ram. Ram will move to the maxi-
mum “up” position and stop. When the ram
stops, continue with the next step.
✦ Turn the OPERATOR CONTROLS selector on the
CB II Control Station to “OFF” position and
remove the key to prevent ram movement.
✦ If the filler block has not already been installed,
deburr, clean and lightly oil bed top. Place nuts
for filler block screws in proper bed cross slots.
Place filler block (die holder) on bed and lightly
bolt in place. At this time, also install optional
die aligners (3 front and 3 back) to the front and
back of the bed. In some cases a filler block may
not be required and die may be placed directly
on the bed. Deburr, clean and lightly oil the top
of filler block. Loosen all of the filler block set
screws.
✦ Insert lower die on the filler block. Leave it
extended past end of bed several inches. Visually
center filler block so lower die is aligned with slot
in the ram nose.
✦ Loosen all ram die clamp nuts about .125”
(3.2mm).
✦ Move ram down using palmbuttons so there is
just enough space for the upper die. Turn the
OPERATOR CONTROLS selector to “OFF” and
remove key.
✦ Rest the upper die on extended portion of lower
die. Make sure tongue of upper die is in the ram
nose slot and that the upper die is trapped by
the lower die and ram die slot. See Figure 5-5.
Then slide upper die into lengthwise position
with the lower die. Slide the set of dies into a
centered position on the machine.
Note: Short, lightweight dies may be installed as
a set and slid into position.
 FIGURE 5-5 – Die positioning
✦ Moderately tighten the ram die clamp nut to pre-
vent the upper die from falling when the ram is
raised. Turn the OPERATOR CONTROLS selector
to “ON”.
✦ Use the RAM UP button to raise the ram .125” to
.25” (3.2 to 6.4mm). Turn the OPERATOR CON-
TROLS selector to “OFF” and remove key.
✦ Visually align the upper and lower dies. Shift the
filler block front-to-back to obtain rough die
alignment.
✦ Turn OPERATOR CONTROLS selector to “ON”.
✦ Inch the ram down using palmbuttons until the
upper die is seated. When seating dies, machine
tonnage is limited to 10% of the machine’s
capacity. For example, for a 350 ton (3114kN) CB
II the tonnage is limited to 35 tons (311kN).
IMPORTANT: When seating dies it may be advis-
able to place wood blocks or soft metal
between the dies to prevent damage to the
dies. Short dies must have sufficient shoul-
der area to prevent sinking into the ram,
bed or filler block.
The hydraulic components and machine
frame members are safeguarded against
overload by a relief valve in the hydraulic
circuit. However, care must be taken to pro-
vide enough area under upper and lower
dies to prevent them from sinking into the
ram nose or bed top due to highly concen-
trated loads. This is the shaded area shown
in Figure 5-6. The minimum area (sq. in.) for
each die to prevent sinking may be calculat-
ed by this formula:
Die Area = MAXIMUM TONNAGE / 15
An example for a 350 ton machine, the mini-
mum die area for a capacity load is 350
divided by 15, or 23.3 square inches.
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FIGURE 5-6 – Seating dies
✦ Fully tighten the die clamp nuts after seating the
upper die. Check the shoulders of the die with a
.002” (.05mm) feeler gage to make sure it is seat-
ed tightly.
✦ Run the ram upwards to provide clearance
between dies. This clearance should be equal to
at least the metal thickness. Check the front-to-
back die alignment over the full length of the
dies. Realign if necessary by moving the filler
block with die aligners. For precision bending
requirements, a more accurate alignment is
required. Feeler gages should be used to mea-
sure front-to-back die clearances between the
upper and lower dies at both ends and at the
center of the dies.
✦ Tighten the filler block to the bed.
GAGING - OPTIONAL BACKGAGES
There are three types of optional backgages available
on the CB II. The CNC Backgage and CNC Heavy
Duty Backgages have a 24” or 40” powered X-Axis
(front-to-back) and an 8” manual R-Axis (vertical)
adjustment. These backgages have an optional pro-
grammable powered R-axis available. The CNC Plate
Backgage has a 24” or 40” powered X-Axis and an 8”
powered R-Axis.
CAPACITY
The CNC Backgage is designed for sheets, 3/16”
(4.8mm) maximum thickness, that weigh less than
100 lbs. (45 kg). The CNC Heavy Duty Backgage is
designed for sheets 1/4” (6.4mm) maximum thick-
ness that weigh less than 150 lbs. (68 Kg). The CNC
Plate Backgage is used for gaging large plates or
sheets weighing over 150 lbs. (68Kg). Reasonable
care should be used when positioning heavy sheets
against these gages.
FINGER OFFSET = 3.0"
IMPORTANT: Heavy shock loads could damage
parts of the gage.
The standard horizontal (front-to-back) travel is 24”

➛
(610mm). It is power driven at 1200 in/min. for the
CNC and Heavy Duty Backgages and 400 in/min. for 1.5
the CNC Plate Backgage The gage is positioned and

➛
sequenced by the program entry in the CB II control.
The gage fingers are manually positioned along the
➛ 1.0 ➛
length of the gage bar.
PLATE GAGE BLOCK
GAGE ASSEMBLY
Two gage assemblies are furnished with each back-
gage and are mounted on the backgage gage bar.
The gage assemblies (Figure 5-7) are manually posi- FINGER OFFSET = 0.0"

tioned along the length of the gage bar, usually cen-

tered on the tooling and spaced apart a distance less

➛
than the length of the workpiece.
1.0

➛
➛1.0➛

➛ 3.0 ➛
➛ 4.0 ➛
STD. GAGE ASSEMBLY – 1" FINGER

FINGER OFFSET = 0.0"

➛1.0➛

➛
.25

➛
1.0

➛
➛1.0➛

FIGURE 5-7 – Gage assembly ➛ 3.0 ➛

Two pairs of gage fingers are furnished with each
backgage. The 1” (25mm) gage finger or the 1/4”
(6.4mm) gage finger is installed into the gage assem-
bly as shown in Figure 5-8. The 1” (25mm) gage fin-
ger should be used wherever possible, as it provides
the largest target and contact area. The 1/4”
(6.4mm) gage finger can be rotated in the gage
assembly to provide either a 1” (25mm) or a 1/4”
(6.4mm) high surface for short flanges. An optional
1/8” (3.2mm) gage finger can be furnished for small-
er flanges. 1”, 1/4”, and 1/8” optional flip fingers are
also available.
➛ 4.0 ➛
STD. GAGE ASSEMBLY – 1/4" FINGER
FIGURE 5-8 – Standard gaging surfaces
The face of the gage fingers is the contact surface
and gaging surface for the workpiece when it is
pushed through the dies for gaging. The distance
from the face of the gage finger to the centerline of
the dies is the gage distance.
IMPORTANT: Do not gage from the front surface
of the aluminum gage bar due to wear and
possible damage of this surface.

The CNC Plate Backgage is also furnished with a
pair of heavy duty gage blocks. They are non-
adjustable hardened steel assemblies, which are
generally recommended for gaging large sheets or
plates over 100 lbs. (45 kg).
It is generally recommended that two-point gaging be
used. This minimizes sheet edge camber effect and
allows greater flexibility in positioning gage contact
points. See Figure 5-9.

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 FIGURE 5-9 – Two-point gaging

To select the gage finger for the forming job to be

run, refer to Figure 5-10. This chart provides the
minimum flange size it is possible to form with a
given size vee die.

FIGURE 5-11 – Adjusting vertical gage position

Vertical position of the gage surfaces with power “R”
axis are adjusted with the program or they can be
adjusted with the gage jog softkeys. The best height
for the gages will depend upon the shape of the part
being formed. Standard adjustment limits are shown
in Figure 5-12.

VEE FINGER SIZE

CAUTION
Inch 1" .25" .125"
(mm) (25.4mm) (6.4mm) (3.2mm) IF THE GAGE BAR OR FINGERS ARE TO BE
POSITIONED OVER TOP OF LOWER DIE, CARE
.25 1.125 .438 .313 SHOULD BE TAKEN TO MAKE THIS HEIGHT
(6.4) (28.6) (11.1) (8) ADJUSTMENT BEFORE MOVING THE GAGE FOR-
.375 1.188 .5 .375 WARD. THIS WILL AVOID A COLLISION
(9.5) (30.2) (12.7) (9.5)
BETWEEN THE GAGE AND THE TOOLING.
.5 1.25 .563 .438
(12.7) (31.8) (14.3) (11.1)
.625 1.313 .625 .5
TO
(15.9) (33.3) (15.9) (12.7) ➛ 24" ➛
.75 1.375 .688 .563
(19) (35) (17.5) (14.3)
.875 1.438 .75 .625
(22.2) (36.5) (19) (15.9)
1" 1.5 .813 .688
(25.4) (38.1) (20.6) (17.5)
➛

1.125 1.563 .875 .75

➛
➛

(28.6) (39.7) (22.2) (19)

.25"
FIGURE 5-10 – Minimum flange size
8"
IMPORTANT: The selected gage surface should
be analyzed carefully to avoid interference
with the tooling and yet provide a large
➛

enough target to ensure part contact.

2"
ADJUST GAGE FINGER POSITION
➛

Vertical position of the gage surfaces with manual

“R” are adjusted by turning the hand cranks on each
gage carriage (Figure 5-11). FIGURE 5-12 – Adjusting gage surfaces

5-5
The gage finger assemblies should be positioned left-
to-right to contact the part being formed at the
desired gage points. Normally the two gage finger
assemblies should be spread as wide as possible to
provide the most accurate gaging. The gage finger
assemblies are moved along the gage bar by using
the gage positioning tool (Figure 5-13). This tool
releases the gage assembly clamp and holds the
assembly while it is being moved. The gage position-
ing tool is used to position the gage assemblies from
the front of the machine. The gage finger assemblies
are installed or remounted by using the gage posi-
tioning tool.
FIGURE 5-13 – Gage positioning tool
CAUTION
THE FOLLOWING GAGE FINGER ADJUST-
MENTS SHOULD NEVER BE MADE WHILE THE
GAGE ASSEMBLY IS IN PLACE ON THE BACK-
GAGE. ALWAYS USE THE GAGE POSITIONING
TOOL TO REMOVE THE GAGE ASSEMBLY.
Minor part flange differences (end-to-end) can be
corrected by adjusting the individual gage fingers
either forward (to shorten flange) or backward (to
lengthen flange). First remove the gage assembly
from the backgage bar. Loosen the finger by pulling
out the locking knob (Figure 5-7) and turning knob
counterclockwise. The adjusting collar has a total
range of .060” (1.5mm) adjustment.
Adjust the collar either forward or backwards the
desired amount. Reseat finger shoulder tightly
against adjusting collar and tighten the locking
knob. All gages are shipped from the factory zeroed
from the centerline of the ram with the gage assem-
bly at .00” position.
Note: The locking pin spins freely unless it is pulled
out. This allows the knob to rest against the
backgage face, thus preventing the finger from
being unlocked while the assembly is in posi-
tion on the gage bar.
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IMPORTANT: Do not use standard gage finger
assemblies when gaging plates or sheets
that weigh over 100 lbs. (45 kg) on the CNC
Plate Backgage. Damage to adjustable fin-
ger holder could result. Use Plate Gage
Blocks for these applications. Never allow
workpiece to contact aluminum gage bar.
Bar damage could result.
PROGRAM GAGE POSITION(S)
Now that the gage assemblies and the gage fingers
have been positioned left-to-right and vertically, the
backgage can be programmed for its front-to-back
position(s).
The actual position of the gage in relation to the tool-
ing is selected when entering a program into the
Control. This procedure is described under MULTI-
AXIS CONTROL PROGRAMMING, “FLANGE DIMEN-
SION” and “BEND ALLOWANCE” in SECTION 7.
Actual gage dimension from the centerline of the
tooling to the gage surface is determined by two pro-
gram inputs, flange dimension and bend allowance.
Bend allowance input is the sum of bend allowance
and finger offset. See Figure 5-14.
–➛ ➛+
➛ A ➛
"A" (ACTUAL GAGE DIMENSION) =
FLNG DIM. ± BEND ALLOWANCE
– BEND ALLOWANCE WILL MOVE THE GAGE
FORWARD TOWARD THE TOOLING
+ BEND ALLOWANCE WILL MOVE THE GAGE
BACKWARDS AWAY FROM THE TOOLING.
FIGURE 5-14 – Figuring actual gage dimension
Normally the control will position the gage bar rela-
tive to the ram centerline for a gage surface that is
4.000” (102mm) in front of the face of the gage bar.
This is correct when using standard gage finger
assemblies with 3.000” (76mm) long fingers, along
with tooling that is centered on ram centerline.
Shorter gage assemblies require negative offset and
longer assemblies require positive offset values. Plate
Gage Blocks require a -3.000” (-76mm) offset since
their gage surface is 1.000” (25.4mm) in front of the
gage bar. (Note: Put this offset in the Bend Allowance
value.)
The 1/4” (6.4mm) gage finger can also be used as a
sheet support as shown in Figure 5-15, for light-
weight sheets.
Note: If the assembly is used as a sheet support, the flange
dimension must be offset in the program.
FIGURE 5-15 – Gage finger used as sheet support
WORK SUPPORTS
Two work supports for light gauge material are fur-
nished with the optional CNC Heavy Duty and CNC
Plate backgages. They are intended to be used in the
rear of the bed when long backpieces (which droop
away from the gage surface) are formed. These sup-
ports attach to rear dovetail slots in the bed and
should be positioned at same height as the top of
lower die. Figure 5-16 shows a typical work support
set-up. Make sure backgage bar clears the work
support.
➛
WORK SUPPORT
FIGURE 5-16 – Typical work support set-up
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OPERATING TECHNIQUES
The following guidelines will help the operator avoid
operating problems, producing bad parts, causing
injury to himself or damage to the tooling or
machine.
TOOLING AND SET-UP
◆ DO inspect the tooling carefully before starting
any job. It may be impossible to compensate for
badly worn dies and they could create a safety
hazard.
◆ DO select tooling which is correct for the job and
compatible with machine capacity. It is especially
important to have the exact tooling when recall-
ing a previously run program from storage.
◆ DO ensure that tooling shoulders are tightly
seated against ram and filler block, and that
upper and lower dies are aligned front-to-back.
◆ DO NOT attempt to air bend a part to the same
angle as the die. Dies must have sufficient
allowance for springback so the part does not
bottom in the dies. It may be necessary to use
75° (or less) dies when 90° air bending for certain
materials with large “springback”. See Figure 5-
17.
FIGURE 5-17 – Air bend
◆ DO NOT attempt to air bend a part when TON-
NAGE reversal has been selected. Bottoming dies
must be used when reversing on tonnage. See
Figure 5-18.
Note: Either air bend or bottoming dies can be used
when POSITION reversal has been selected.
However, sufficient clearance in the dies is nec-
essary to avoid excessive tonnage build-up.
FIGURE 5-18 – Bottoming
◆ DO NOT use TONNAGE reversal when punching. GAGES
POSITION reversal should be selected for punch-
◆ DO ensure that gaging surfaces will not interfere
ing.
with the tooling or ram when setting-up or run-
◆ DO use as large a vee die opening as possible ning a job.
when air bending. Larger vee openings are less
sensitive to material thickness variations, deflec- ◆ DO use the gaging surface which provides the
tions and tooling height variations. largest possible gaging target.
◆ DO make ram tilt and die shimming adjustments
◆ DO spread gage fingers as far as possible to
as soon as possible when setting-up a program
achieve the best gaging accuracy.
as they may affect program inputs.
◆ DO support workpiece in the gaging position,
RUNNING
both in front and rear of the bed.
◆ DO NOT start running a job until the proper
methods and safeguards to protect the operator
and others from injury are understood and are in
REMOVING TOOLING
place.
◆ DO NOT jog through the bend. Once ram has CAUTION
reached speed change position, motion should be SEE SECTION 3 - SAFETY – FOR PROPER
continued through the bottom of the stroke. REMOVAL OF DIES.
◆ DO remove burrs or keep burrs up on material
for more consistent bends. ◆ Set the controls on the CB II Control Pendant
◆ DO NOT make angle corrections in the middle of Station. Set the MODE SELECT keypad to “SET-
UP” position and the OPERATOR STATION -
a production run unless two or more consecutive
RIGHT to “ON”.
bends are out-of-tolerance.

◆ DO store the changes which are made to a new ◆ The SETUP mode is used to run the ram down
or old program. The latest program must be using the palmbuttons and up using the RAM UP
stored to save the changes. button.

◆ ALWAYS block the ram or position the ram at ◆ Lower the ram, using palmbuttons, to a position
bottom of the stroke and turn “OFF” OPERATOR where there is .06” to .12” (1.6mm to 3.2mm)
CONTROLS switch and remove the key whenever clearance between the upper and lower dies.
leaving the machine.
◆ Turn the OPERATOR CONTROLS switch to
SPEED CHANGE/FORMING SPEED “OFF” and remove the key.
◆ DO ensure that the forming speed selected is
appropriate for the part being formed. A speed ◆ Loosen the ram die clamp nuts to release the
that is too high may cause “whip-up”, which upper die. Loosen the filler block set screws to
could be hazardous to the operator or cause part release the lower die.
damage.
IMPORTANT: When loosening the clamps for
◆ DO ensure that the speed change position is upper die, be sure upper die will remain
compatible with the forming speed selected. If a trapped between the lower die and the slot
high forming speed is programmed and the speed in ram nose. See Figure 5-19.
change point is close to the material (less than
.25”/6.4mm), then inconsistent part forming
motion and bend angle may occur.
When using high forming speeds and short
approach strokes, it is advisable to eliminate
speed change by raising the speed change point
above the top stop. In many instances this will
provide more strokes per minute and smoother
motion.

5-8
 ➛
➛
.063" - .125"
(1.6mm - 3.2mm)

FIGURE 5-19 – Removing tooling

◆ The dies can now be removed from the end of the

machine. They may be removed either together
or individually.

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 SECTION 6
MACHINE CONTROL
STATIONS
The CB II Hydraulic Press Brake uses a microcom-
puter controlled programmable system that controls
machine motion.
The CB II Control Station is mounted on a pen-
dant, which is located on the right side of the
machine. The pendant arm rotates so it can be
moved out of the way when changing dies or per-
forming maintenance. The controls are used to set
the mode of machine operation and settings are gen-
erally determined by the part(s) being formed and
tooling used. Keylock selector switches are provided
for use by supervisory or set-up personnel to main-
tain settings.
FIGURE 6-1 – CB II LED Standard Control Station
EM-419
(N-02/96) 6-1
MACHINE CONTROLS
The Standard LED Control Station (Figure 6-1) con-
trols the vertical motion of the ram only.
The Multi-Axis LCD Control Station (Figure 6-2) con-
trols the vertical motion of the ram and the optional
backgage.
CONTROLS
STANDARD AND MULTI-AXIS
The Palmbutton Operator Station (Figure 6-3) for a
standard machine is located on the front of the ram.
The palmbutton controls will actuate ram move-
ment. The RAM UP button will move the ram up on
either the down or up stroke. Lights are provided to
indicate the direction of the next ram movement
(except RAM UP button).
 FIGURE 6-2 – CB II MULTI-AXIS LCD Control Station
A cable connected Footswitch Control (Figure 6-4)
is also provided to actuate ram movement. The
Footswitch Pushbutton Selector is located on the CB
II Control Station.
The Electrical Enclosure Panel (Figure 6-5) con-
tains the machine disconnect switch and two indica-
tor lights.
OPERATOR CONTROLS
Two keyswitches are provided marked SUPERVISOR
and OPERATOR. When the SUPERVISOR switch and
the OPERATOR switch are in the “ON” position, all
functions on the control can be changed. When the
SUPERVISOR switch is in the “OFF” position, it is not
possible to change any front panel setting.
When the OPERATOR switch is in the “OFF” posi-
tion, all functions are deactivated and the ram and
optional gage cannot be cycled, even though the
main drive motor may be running. The ram cannot
be moved with the RAM UP button on the palmbut-
ton operator station. When the OPERATOR switch is
ON, the machine can be cycled.
6-2
When the SUPERVISOR or OPERATOR key is OFF,
all program values are guarded and no program can
be loaded or stored.
OPERATOR SELECT
OPERATOR STATION: One palmbutton operator
station is furnished as standard equipment and is
connected to the OPERATOR STATION RIGHT
selector. In the “OFF” position, the ram cannot be
cycled by the palmbutton operator station. If two
operators are required, an optional second Opera-
tor Station is connected to the OPERATOR STA-
TION LEFT selector.
The ram will move when all active palmbuttons
are pressed at the same time. It will stop on the
down stroke when any one palmbutton is
released. Before the ram will resume the down
stroke, all palmbuttons must be released and
depressed again. The ram will stop on the up
stroke if AUTO RETURN is off, when any palmbut-
ton is released. Pressing the OPERATOR STATION
pushbutton will alternately select the “OFF”,
 “RIGHT”, “LEFT” or “BOTH” positions. The indica-
tor beside each position will be illuminated to ver-
ify the position selected.
Anti-tie down logic is included for the palmstations
to ensure that both palmbuttons must be pressed
within one second to initiate ram movement.
FOOTSWITCH: One footswitch is furnished as stan-
dard equipment and is connected to the
FOOTSWITCH RIGHT selector. In the “OFF” posi-
tion, the ram cannot be cycled by the footswitch.
Changing the selector to “RIGHT”, “LEFT” or
“BOTH” permits the ram to be cycled by the
footswitch(es) in SINGLE STROKE mode of opera-
tion. If two operators are required, a second
(optional) footswitch is connected to the
FOOTSWITCH LEFT selector. The operation of
multiple footswitches is explained in the various
SINGLE STROKE modes of operation. Pressing
the FOOTSWITCH button will alternately select
the “OFF”, “RIGHT”, “LEFT” or “BOTH” position.
The OPERATOR STATION and FOOTSWITCH
selector buttons will only toggle between OFF and
RIGHT if the second operator station is not
installed.
On the Multi-Axis control, an error message
“WRONG OP CONTROL” will be displayed if an
operator station is activated when it is not
enabled from the front panel setting.
MODE SELECT: Two pushbutton switches are used
to select the stroking mode. The first pushbutton
switch has “OFF”, “SETUP” and “SINGLE
STROKE”. The second pushbutton, AUTO
RETURN, is only active when the first button is in
the “SINGLE STROKE” position. The function of
each mode is:
“OFF” - the machine cannot be cycled.
“SETUP” - A set-up mode that can be operated by
the palmbuttons or RAM UP button on the Palm-
button Operator Station. The ram will move down
in medium speed with the palmbuttons and stop
when the controls are released. The ram will move
up in low speed only if the RAM UP button is
pressed. Maximum tonnage in this mode will be
limited to 10% of the machine capacity. Down
motion will be limited by the minimum allowable
down position (closed height). The programmed
reversal position has no effect in SETUP. Up
motion will be limited by the maximum up posi-
tion. The programmed top stop position has no
effect in SETUP. All of the above limits will stop
motion without indicating an error.
6-3
The Setup selection automatically switches the
footswitch to OFF and the operator station to use
the right palmstation. This is a convenience feature
to the operator so they don’t have to change the
settings every time SETUP is selected. When exit-
ing SETUP, the FOOTSWITCH remains set to OFF
and the OPERATOR STATION is set to RIGHT.
“SINGLE STROKE - AUTO RETURN OFF” - This
is a production mode that can be operated by
palmbuttons, footswitch or a combination of palm-
buttons and footswitch. To use only the palmbut-
tons, the OPERATOR STATION selector switch on
the Control Station must be in the “RIGHT’,
“LEFT” or “BOTH” position and the FOOTSWITCH
selector switch must be turned OFF.
To use only the footswitch, the FOOTSWITCH
selector must be in the “RIGHT”, “LEFT” or
“BOTH” position and the OPERATOR STATION
switch is turned OFF.
When using either of these controls, the ram will
move when the control is depressed. It will stop
on either the down or up stroke when the control
is released. The ram will automatically stop at
the top of stroke. To make another stroke the
operator’s control must be released and then
depressed.
When multiple palmbutton controls or multiple
footswitches are in use, all active controls must
be depressed to run the ram. The ram will stop on
the up or down stroke when any one operator
control is released. Before the ram will resume
down stroke, all operator controls must be
released and depressed again.
“SINGLE STROKE - AUTO RETURN ON” - This
is a production mode that can be operated by
palmbuttons, footswitch or a combination of
palmbuttons and footswitch. To use only the
palmbuttons, the OPERATOR STATION selector
switch on the Control Station must be in the
“RIGHT”, “LEFT” or “BOTH” position and the
FOOTSWITCH selector switch must be turned
OFF.
To use only the footswitch, the FOOTSWITCH
selector must be in the “RIGHT”, “LEFT” or
“BOTH” position and the OPERATOR STATION
switch is turned OFF.
When using either of these controls the ram will
move when the control is depressed. It will stop
on the down stroke when the control is released.
The ram will automatically return to top of
stroke and stop after reversal. To make another
stroke, the operator’s control must be released
and then depressed.
 When multiple palmbutton controls or multiple
footswitches are in use, all active controls must
be depressed to run the ram. The ram will stop on
the down stroke when any one operator control is
released. Before the ram will resume the down
stroke, all operator controls must be released and
depressed again. The ram will automatically
return to top of stroke and stop after reversal.
“HAND/FOOT SEQUENCE” - To use a combina-
tion of palmbuttons and footswitch controls for
either of the above modes, the OPERATOR STA-
TION selector and the FOOTSWITCH selector
must be in the “LEFT”, “RIGHT” or “BOTH” posi-
tion. In addition, it is necessary to have the
DOWN STROKE STOP ON. In the case of the
multi-axis control the DOWN STROKE STOP must
be ON for all steps. This mode of operation is
referred to as HAND/FOOT SEQUENCE.
In this mode, the ram is moved to the stroke stop
down position (SPEED CHANGE POSITION) by
using the palmbuttons. The footswitch then con-
trols the ram for the remainder of the cycle.
Releasing the active operator control will stop the
ram on the down stroke. Releasing the active
operator control on the up stroke will either stop
the ram immediately or automatically return the
ram to the top of stroke depending on the position
of the AUTO RETURN selector.
The Hand/Foot Sequence indicator will be illumi-
nated when all conditions are met for correct
operation (i.e. Down Stop On, Footswitches and
Palmbutton Operator Stations On).
MAIN DRIVE - START and STOP Pushbuttons: To
start the main drive motor, the START pushbut-
ton is held depressed. The motor will start if all
components are operating properly. When the
STOP pushbutton is depressed, all power to the
main drive motor, operator controls, and gage is
turned off. The main drive motor and hydraulic
pump will stop.
EMERGENCY STOP (On Palmstation) - This large
red button can be pressed at any time to immedi-
ately stop the main drive motor and all ram
motion and optional gage motion.
DATA ENTRY Keys:
The sixteen keys grouped together above the CON-
TROLS heading are used for entering program infor-
mation. These keys are:
Numeric Keys: These keys provide digital input for
the ram and optional backgage positions, tonnage
and other numerical program information. For
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example, if the operator was entering the value for
Speed Change position,which has up to two inte-
gral digits and 2 fractional digits, the following
would appear as an entry. To enter the value
12.36
Display shows previous value: 12.25
User enters: 1 Display is cleared and shows: 1
User enters: 2 Display shows 12
User enters: . Display shows 12.
User enters: 3 Display shows 12.3
User enters: 6 Display shows 12.36
User presses ENT (enter) to accept value.
Pressing the ENT key will accept all numeric keys
the user has entered and format them as the dis-
play indicates. The value being edited will then be
displayed on the front panel entry or flat panel
display (multi-axis). Once all digits in the field
have been entered, and the user needs to change
the value prior to pressing enter, the CLR key may
be pressed to re-enter the value.
CLR (Clear) Key: If numerical inputs have been
made in error, depressing this key will erase the
entry line and new data may be entered. The key
is also used to reset fault messages.
+ (plus) and – (minus) keys: The + and - keys are
used for numerical entries having signed values
and to add or subtract a numerical value from a
previous entry by using Calculator mode.
CALCULATOR Mode: Pressing the + or – key
after entering one or more digits will activate the
CALCULATOR MODE. The digits entered before
the sign will be taken as an incremental value to
be added or subtracted to the current value of the
field. When the ENT key is pressed the incremen-
tal value will be applied to the current value.
Repetitively pressing one of the sign keys before
ENT will increment or decrement the displayed
field value.
TRN (Transfer Key): Pressing the TRN key when
editing a numeric value will transfer the actual
ram or gage position into the program. The TRN
key is also used to enter alpha characters into
program and die name fields on the Multi-Axis
control.
↑ up and ↓ down arrow keys: These keys are used
to select the highlighted field on the current
screen. The highlighted field can then be modified
using either the data entry keys or the softkeys on
the Multi-Axis Control.
MAIN MENU: This key has two functions depending
on the type of control. On the Standard Control
this key is used to change to the configuration
screen. On the Multi-Axis Control this key is the
MAIN MENU key.
All keys have a repeat function if they are held down.
DISPLAY FUNCTION BUTTONS
On the Multi-Axis Control the front panel display
has four selection keys to the right of the display.
These buttons correspond to softkey labels shown on
the right side of the display.
FRONT PANEL PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS
FORM SPEED SELECT
This pushbutton, when pressed, will change the
selection for the Forming Speed value to HIGH,
MEDIUM, or LOW speed. The selection will be illumi-
nated.
STROKE STOPS
This pushbutton, when pressed, will change the
selection for the STROKE STOPS to either “OFF”,
“UP STOP ON”, “DOWN STOP ON” or “BOTH ON”.
PALMBUTTON OPERATOR STATION
PALMBUTTON Switches: A guarded palmbutton is
located on either end of the Operator Station (Fig-
ure 6-3). As a safety feature, both must be pressed
within one second to start ram motion. Releasing
either palmbutton will stop the ram. After stop-
ping, both palmbuttons must be released and then
depressed again to start ram motion.
OPERATOR STATION Lights: The Operator Station
is controlled by the OPERATOR STATION RIGHT
(or LEFT) selector located on the CB II Control
Station (Figure 6-1 and 6-2). When this switch is
turned “ON”, the Control Station is made active
and the amber “ON” light is illuminated. The ram
can be cycled with the palmbuttons. When the
FIGURE 6-3 – Palmbutton Operator Station
6-5
OPERATOR STATION switch is turned to “OFF”,
the red “OFF” light on the Operator Station is illu-
minated and the ram cannot be cycled with the
palmbuttons. If no light is illuminated and the
machine is “on”, a light bulb is burned out. Advise
Maintenance.
RAM UP Button: Depressing this pushbutton will
cause the ram to go up, regardless of the motion
or position of the ram. As long as the button is
depressed the ram will go up until it reaches the
open height of the machine. The ram will stop if
the RAM UP button is released. The operator’s
control must be released and depressed again to
resume ram motion.
EMERGENCY STOP Button: When this red button
is pressed, the ram, main drive motor and gages
will stop. The ram will stop on either the DOWN
or UP stroke.
NEXT RAM MOVEMENT Lights: These lights indi-
cate the direction of movement that the ram is
moving, or will move when an operator control is
depressed. Red indicates down movement and
green indicates up movement, except RAM UP
button which overrides these lights.
FOOTSWITCH
This is a guarded operator control which controls
ram motion. It can be used in the “SINGLE STROKE”
mode of operation. The ram will move when the
footswitch is held depressed. It will continue to move
until it reaches top stop position. When the STROKE
STOPS is ON, the ram automatically stops at these
positions. To restart ram motion, the footswitch
must be fully released and depressed again.
The footswitch is made active by turning “ON” the
FOOTSWITCH RIGHT (or LEFT) selector switch on
the CB II Control Station (Figure 6-1 and 6-2). With
the selector in the “ON” position, the ram can be
cycled with the footswitch. In the “OFF” position the
ram cannot be cycled with the footswitch. A red indi-
cator light on the footswitch indicates the selector
switch is turned “OFF” and an amber light indicates POWER SUPPLIES OPERATIONAL Light: Indicates
the switch is turned “ON”. If no lights are illuminat- internal 24 volt power supply is operating correct-
ed and the machine is “on”, then light bulbs are ly.
burned out. Advise Maintenance.

FIGURE 6-4 – Footswitch

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE
GROUND CONNECTED LIGHT: The low voltage cir-
cuit is a grounded circuit. The illuminated light
indicates that the ground is connected. This is an
internal chassis ground – it does not indicate that
the machine is grounded.

MAIN DISCONNECT Switch: This switch controls

the incoming electrical supply to the machine.
When turning the main disconnect switch from
“ON” to “OFF” and then back to “ON”, wait 10-15
seconds before switching back to “ON”. FIGURE 6-5 – Electrical Enclosure
IMPORTANT: This 10-15 second delay is
required to allow machine functions to reset ❦
properly.

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 SECTION 7
STANDARD CONTROL
PROGRAMMING
Programming the standard control involves setting
the front panel selections and entering the desired
values in the display area. Once the user has
entered the appropriate values the ram may be
cycled. The programmed values are saved in non-
volatile memory storage. The front panel settings are
retained when power is off. When entering values in
the display area, each value is checked for maximum
and minimum limits.
The following diagram shows the Standard Control.
The up and down arrow keys are used to select the
current field to edit.
The current field is indicated by the round LED to
the left of each multi-digit LED display field. Only
one of the selection indicators is on at a time. The
keyboard can be used to enter a value into the dis-
play field indicated.
Once a numeric key (0-9), the decimal point key, or
the +/- key is pressed, the key will appear in the
current field. Type the value and press the ENT
(ENTER) key to accept the entered value. Upon
TOP STOP POSITION
SPEED CHANGE POSITION
BOTTOM REVERSAL POSITION
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(R-08/96) 7-1
OPERATION
pressing the ENT key, the entry will be formatted to
fit the precision which the field allows. (Example:
Entering 9 and pressing ENT for Speed Change
would make the display read 9.00.)
If the value entered is not within the maximum or
minimum allowed for that field, the entered value
will display as ------. It will not be accepted. Upon
pressing a key, the field will be cleared and a new
value may be entered. If a field key (up or down
arrow) is pressed before the ENT key, the field will
revert back to its previous value.
Pressing the CLR key will erase the selected field. If a
new value is not entered before changing fields, the
field will revert to the previous value. Prior to hitting
the ENT key, CLR can be used to erase the value
while editing if a mistake is made during entry.
TOP STOP POSITION
This field is used to program the position where the
ram will stop at the top of the stroke. The minimum
value for this field is the closed height of the
machine. The maximum value is the open height
which is equal to the closed height plus the stroke
length. Default value is maximum.
TILT
TONNAGE
STROKE COUNTER
This value may also be set by first positioning the
Ram in SETUP MODE to the desired location, then
selecting the TOP STOP position field and pressing
the TRN (Transfer) function to transfer the actual
ram position into the field.
TILT
This field is used to program the ram tilt in either
direction. The ram will automatically maintain this
preset angle throughout the stroke. Ram tilt is the
distance that one end of the ram is above or below
the other end. If the ram tilt is positive, then the left
end of the ram is above the right end. If the ram tilt
is negative, then the left end of the ram is below the
right end.
The ram is always tilted about the centerline of the
machine. One half of the tilt is applied to the right
end of the ram and one half tilt is applied to the left
end of the ram. The minimum ram tilt is -1.000” and
the maximum is 1.000”. The default value for tilt is
zero. Note that special machine logic is applied
when the ram is near its minimum and maximum
travel limits to avoid bottoming out the cylinders
when trying to achieve the programmed tilt. The
minimum reversal and maximum top stop posi-
tions are dependent upon the tilt setting.
SPEED CHANGE POSITION
This field is used to program the position in the ram
stroke, going down, at which the ram shifts from a
fixed rapid approach speed to the selected forming
speed. The default position is the open height of the
machine. This value may also be set by first posi-
tioning the ram in SETUP MODE to the desired loca-
tion, then selecting the SPEED CHANGE position
field and pressing the TRN (Transfer) function to
transfer the actual ram position into the field.
TONNAGE
This field is used to program the maximum tonnage
that can be achieved during the ram stroke in form-
ing speed. If the machine exceeds this value the ram
will reverse. This allows the machine to be pro-
grammed for bottoming a part to achieve the desired
bend angle. Note that the bottom reversal position
must be set lower than the actual bottom reversal
position or the ram will reverse on position prior to
developing the specified tonnage. The minimum
value is 5% of the machine capacity. The default
value is the minimum value. The operator can use
this field as a safety tonnage limit by setting it equal
to the die safety tonnage if this is less than machine
capacity.
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BOTTOM REVERSAL POSITION
This field is used to program the reversal position of
the ram stroke. This position affects the bend angle
of the part when air bending. Bottom position can
also be used to limit the down stroke when using
tonnage reversal. The minimum value which can be
entered is the closed height of the machine. The
maximum value is the machine open height. The
default is the machine open height.
This value may also be set by first positioning the
Ram in SETUP MODE to the desired location, then
selecting the BOTTOM REVERSAL position field and
pressing the TRN (Transfer) function to transfer the
actual ram position into the field.
STROKE COUNTER
This field keeps a running count of the number of
ram strokes. The operator may edit this value either
to clear it or preset it to a specific value. The mini-
mum value which can be entered is zero. The maxi-
mum is 9999. If the stroke count exceeds 9999 it
will roll over to zero.
The following programmable functions use dedicated
front panel buttons for each function.
STROKE STOPS
DWN STOP - When this is selected, the ram will be
stopped at the SPEED CHANGE POSITION on the
down stroke. To continue ram motion the Opera-
tor Station(s) or Footswitch(es) must be complete-
ly released and then depressed again. The default
for Down Stroke Stop is OFF.
Note that this function must be enabled if the
user has selected both Palmstations and
Footswitches active. (See Hand/Foot Sequence).
UP STOP - When this is selected the ram will auto-
matically stop after and above the bottom reversal
position. To continue ram motion, the Operator
Station(s) or Footswitch(es) must be completely
released and then depressed again. The default
value for Up Stroke Stop is OFF.
The user may select both stops OFF, both ON, or
have either UP or DOWN stops ON/OFF independent
of each other.
FORM SPEED SELECT
This selection controls the speed at which the work-
piece is formed. The ram will switch to this speed on
the down stroke at the specified SPEED CHANGE
POSITION. The selections for the user are LOW,
MEDIUM and HIGH. The actual speed value is
dependent on the machine size. The default value is
MEDIUM.
GUARD MUTE SELECTOR SWITCH 00010 Light Guard Did Not Interrupt
00011 Low Battery on CPU Board
(Optional) 00012 Check Input Board #1
On the standard LED control, a Guard Mute Position 00013 Check LC Output Board #1
switch in the door of the main electrical enclosure is 00014 Check HC Output Board
available. This switch allows the guard mute position 00015 Check Input Board #2
to be set at either Bottom Reversal or Speed Change. 00016 Check LC Output Board #2
The Standard Mute Position is the Speed Change 00017 Left Pot Failure
Position. 00018 Right Pot Failure
00019 Light Guard Is Interrupted
00020 Footswitch Or OP Station Only
OPERATION 00021 Check 24 Volt Power
The CB II control does not require ram calibration. Some errors can be cleared by pressing the CLR key,
To operate the machine, the main disconnect must they will not prevent the machine from being cycled.
be ON. Operator Controls must be in the “ON” posi- Others will prevent machine operation. See SEC-
tion. Main Drive must be ON. The MODE SELECT TION 9, “ERROR MESSAGES”.
must either be in SETUP or SINGLE STROKE. When
all conditions have been met, the ram can be cycled.
CONFIGURATION
MODE SELECT On a standard control, the bottom two LED displays
are used to identify the configuration parameter
SINGLE STROKE number and the associated parameter value. There
When MODE SELECT is in Single Stroke, the ram are two parameter values that can be accessed by
may be cycled by initiating the operator controls. the operator or maintenance personnel. Parameter 0
This is the normal production mode of operation. is for English or Metric units. Parameter 34 is for the
pressure transducer value. After pressing the MAIN
MENU key on the front panel, the upper right field
SETUP MODE
will show Confg. Press the ENT key and the lower
When the MODE SELECT is in Setup, the ram may left LED display will show the parameter number 0
be jogged down using the Operator Station or the and the lower right LED display will show the value
ram may be jogged up using the Ram Up button. 0 for English or 1 for metric units. To change units,
This is not a production mode. It is used for press 0 or 1 and press ENT.
installing tooling or blocking the ram before turning
off the machine. It can also be used to transfer ram Press the down arrow key to access parameter 34.
positions into the display fields. The machine will This parameter is used to reset the pressure trans-
not develop more than 10% of the maximum tonnage ducer when a new one is installed. Press the TRN
in this mode. The ram velocity is limited to Low key with the Main Drive OFF to reset the transducer.
Speed Down and Medium Speed Up. See “STAN- The up arrow key and down arrow key will toggle
DARD CONTROL – PROGRAMMING”. between parameter 34 and parameter 0.

REPORTED ERRORS Additional configuration values can only be accessed

by a CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service Repre-
For the following errors the display will indicate an sentative. (Contact CINCINNATI INCORPORATED
error code by first blanking all fields, then displaying Service Department.)
the word ‘Error’ in the Bottom Reversal field. The
Stroke Counter field will then indicate an error code DIAGNOSTICS
number as follows.
After getting into the machine configuration as previ-
00001 Excessive Tilt ously described, pressing ENT and then the TRN key
00002 Low Fluid Level will activate the diagnostic display mode. The LED
00003 Oil Temp High display will change as shown below. The machine
00004 Check Oil Filter may be cycled and the values will update. Note that
00005 Redundancy Fault near reversal the values will not be updated. To exit
00006 Emergency Stop the diagnostic mode press the MAIN MENU key which
00007 Active Memory Corrupt will return to the normal LED displayed values.
00008 Config Memory Corrupt
In DIAGNOSTICS, the multi-digit LED display fields
00009 Config Memory Altered
have the following usages:

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 TOP STOP POSITION – Output 1 - 3 Status The down arrow key may be used to view two addi-
TILT – Output 4 - 8 Status and Left Reversal Position tional values: Last Reversal Position and Total
SPEED CHANGE POSITION – Oil Temperature Stroke Counter.
TONNAGE – Peak Tonnage
Note Oil Temperature field (SPEED CHANGE POSI-
BOTTOM REVERSAL POSITION – Left Pot Position
TION) will be blank if the option is not installed.
STROKE COUNTER – Right Pot Position and Total
Stroke Counter
POWER-UP TEST ON CPU BOARD
OUTPUT 1 =
UP SOLENOID The following section describes the Power-Up self-
OUTPUT 2 =
DOWN SOLENOID tests and diagnostics on the CB II.
OUTPUT 3 =
MEDIUM SPEED SOLENOID
OUTPUT 4 =
HIGH SPEED SOLENOID ON POWER-UP
OUTPUT 5 =
PILOT VALVE SOLENOID A “c” is displayed on the CPU on-board LED while a
OUTPUT 6 =
SAFETY DUMP VALVE Checksum test of the upper and lower EPROM is
OUTPUT 7 =
reserved for optional Oil Heater, performed. If a failure occurs, the LED display will
always on if not installed indicate the Fnnn error code as described under the
OUTPUT 8 = DECOMPRESSION VALVE SOLENOID “User Initiated Self-Test”. The control will not func-
tion if an error occurs.

OUTPUT OUTPUT
1–3 TOP STOP POSITION TILT 4–8

OIL SPEED CHANGE POSITION TONNAGE PEAK

TEMP TONNAGE

BOTTOM REVERSAL POSITION STROKE COUNTER

LEFT POT RIGHT POT
POSITION POSITION

VALUES DISPLAYED AFTER PRESSING

THE DOWN ARROW KEY:

TOP STOP POSITION TILT

LEFT
REVERSAL
POSITION

SPEED CHANGE POSITION TONNAGE

BOTTOM REVERSAL POSITION STROKE COUNTER

TOTAL
STROKE
COUNTER

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USER INITIATED SELF-TEST The following tests will be performed:
The self-test procedure will be activated if the 1. SRAM Non-Destructive Test
ABORT button (next to the LED) on the CPU board is 011) Address Line
held down while the RESET button (next to the bat- 012) Data Line
teries) is pressed, then released. At the beginning of 013) Byte Test
each test, the least significant digit of the test num- 014) Word Test
ber will be flashed on the LED digit. At the first fail- 015) Long Test
ure, the letter “F” and the failed test number will be
2. EPROM Test
rotated continuously on the LED display. The deci-
021) Read of Complete Range
mal point will be flashed to separate digits. To
022) CheckSum Upper Device
resume testing at the next test, the ABORT button
023) CheckSum Lower Device
may be pressed. If all the tests are completed with-
out a failure, a “P” will be displayed on the LED. If 3. SCC Serial Controller Chip
any of the tests fail and testing is resumed, the LED 031) Polled Mode Loop Back on Port A
will display an “F” when all tests have been per- 032) Polled Mode Loop Back on Port B
formed.
Example: If Test 012 should fail, the LED will
blink:
It will be necessary to RESET the control after run-
F.0.1.2
ning the self-test.
It will repeat this until the ABORT button is pressed
to continue with the next test.

This concludes the PROGRAMMING and

OPERATION information for the Stan-
dard Control.

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MULTI-AXIS CONTROL This screen is referred to as the MAIN MENU. Press
the key to the right of the data entry keys marked
MAIN MENU, to return to the MAIN MENU screen
PROGRAMMING from all other screens. The entries required by the
operator for a valid program are located in the JOB
The Multi-Axis Control offers multi-step program-
DATA and PROGRAM DATA screens. Recalling and
ming (99), angle mode reversal calculations, CNC
saving a program from internal memory or from
backgage control, non-volatile memory for program
Offline using communications may be done in the
storage and RS-232 Communications for remote pro-
STORAGE/COMM screen. The CONFIGURATION
gram storage.
screen is used to enter service accessible machine
parameters and some user-selectable values.
Shown below is the first screen of the Multi-Axis
Control after powering-up and pressing any key. To select a particular screen from the MAIN MENU,
the softkeys may be used to go to that screen. The
MAIN MENU screen always shows the current pro-
PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 28540 Enter gram which is in active memory. There is only one
New program allowed in active memory at a given time.
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME
Prog
Job
All other programs exist in internal memory.
ENTER NEW PROGRAM Data
JOB DATA
PROGRAM DATA
ENTER NEW PROGRAM
STORAGE / COMM Prog
Data This function is used to erase the current program in
active memory and begin stepping the operator
Store /
Comm through the entry of a new program. The operator will
MAIN MENU always be prompted to verify that the current pro-
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num gram will be erased before clearing active memory.
ERASE CURRENT PROGRAM, Y/N?

The screen can be lightened and darkened by Two softkeys will appear allowing the operator to
depressing and holding the Up and Down arrow keys select either YES or NO.
as shown in Figure 6-2. Pressing the MAIN MENU A program on the Multi-Axis Control is defined by
key once will change screens to show the following. the values programmed on the JOB DATA and PRO-
The MAIN MENU key will alternate between the two GRAM DATA screens.
screens.
Upon selecting the YES response the control will
automatically switch to the JOB DATA screen. The
operator may also go directly to the JOB DATA
PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 28540 Config
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME
screen to edit the existing information.

CONFIGURATION
Diag-
nostic
JOB DATA
DIAGNOSTICS
Shown below is the JOB DATA screen. Note the val-
Prog
Data ues shown on the screen are the default values
which will be set if the ENTER NEW PROG function
–Back–
was pressed, otherwise the values displayed will be
MAIN MENU from the current program.
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num

PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 28540 Prog

Data
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME
To the right of the display are four softkey buttons. ANGLE MODE OFF
CLAMP POS 00.000
Labels on the screen identify the function of the soft- MUTE POS 8.000 Diag-
UPPER DIE nostic
keys. Pressing one of the softkeys will either perform LOWER DIE
the action or change to another screen. The area at Prog
the bottom of the screen provides a single line of Data

information to the operator. It can either be a status Store /

message or an error message. The title of the partic- Comm
JOB DATA
ular screen always appears at the bottom in a
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
reversed font.

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If the operator is entering a new program, the PROG:
name field will be highlighted and after each entry
the next field will be highlighted. If the operator is
editing an existing program the field will not advance
automatically. The highlighted field will be the last
field which was edited before exiting the JOB DATA
screen. To advance between fields, use the up and
down arrow keys. To change a value, use either the
numeric keypad, the TRN key or the softkeys, as
appropriate. When entering a numeric value, the
new entry will change in place as digits are typed on
the keypad. Pressing ENT will accept the new entry.
If either the up or down arrow key is pressed prior to
ENT, the original value will be unchanged. Softkey
selections always replace the current value without
the need to press ENT.
PROGRAM NAME: Up to an 8 character name may
be associated with this program. The name may con-
sist of either numeric digits 0-9, alpha characters A-
Z, or the _ and the -. To enter an alpha character
press either the + or - key first. Each time one of
these keys is pressed the alpha character will be
incremented or decremented beginning with A (i.e.: a
rotating wheel A-Z, and special characters _, -, +, *).
Press the TRN key to accept the alpha character and
move to the next character of the name. Pressing a
digit (0-9) will cancel the alpha entry and will accept
the digit as the next character of the name. Press
ENT to accept the name. The default for Program
Name is an empty field.
IMPORTANT: The + and/or * cannot be used in
MS-DOS filenames.
ANGLE MODE
The CB II Press Brake has an ANGLE MODE reversal
feature that allows the operator to enter a desired
bend angle and have the Control automatically cal-
culate the bottom reversal position. This makes the
CB II easy to use and can greatly reduce set-up time
for new parts.
GUIDELINES
1. Angle Mode Reversal can only be used for true
air bending. Angle Mode cannot be used when
bottoming or bottoming with springback.
2. Good quality, precision air bend dies are recom-
mended. Badly worn or damaged tooling should
not be used.
3. Both the upper and lower dies must be “true” air
bend tooling. They must have adequate clear-
ance for the desired bend, allowing for both
springback and at least an additional 5° of clear-
ance.
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For example: If the desired bend angle is 90°
and the material springback factor is 10°, the
die angle (upper and lower) must be 75° or
smaller (90° -10° -5° = 75°).
4. Vee openings and upper die radii should follow
the guidelines recommended in CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED’s booklet Press Brake Capaci-
ties, PT-50691. For mild steel, the vee opening
should be 8 to 10 times material thickness and
the upper die radius should be equal to or
slightly smaller than material thickness.
5. Only one tool set can be entered per program. In
a multiple step program, all steps which use
angle mode must use the same set of dies.
ANGLE MODE: If one or more steps in the pro-
gram will be using angle mode, this field should
be selected ON. If angle mode will not be used,
then select OFF. Selecting OFF will not prevent
the operator from using angle mode at a later
time. Softkeys will appear to allow the ON or OFF
entries. If the user selects ON, then the following
fields will appear on the JOB DATA screen:
MATERIAL THICKNESS, VEE OPENING, LOWER
DIE ANGLE, TOP OF MATERIAL. Selecting OFF
will eliminate the above fields from the display as
shown.
PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 28540 Prog
Data
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME
ANGLE MODE ON
MAT THICK 0.000
VEE OPENING 0.000 Diag-
LOWER DIE ANGLE 00.0 nostic
TOP OF MATERIAL 15.000
CLAMP POS 00.000
MUTE POS 8.000
Prog
Data
UPPER DIE
LOWER DIE
Store /
Comm
JOB DATA
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
Note: Only one set of tool dimensions may be
used for a program. When ANGLE MODE is
ON, the DESIRED ANGLE, ACTUAL ANGLE
and REVERSAL values in the PROGRAM
DATA screen will be blanked until the user
enters a value.
MAT THICK (Material Thickness): This value is
entered once per program. If Angle Mode reversal
is not being used, this value is not required.
Valid Range: 0.001” to 9.999” (0.03mm -
254.00mm)
Entry Format: X.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
Default Value: 0.000”
If a value outside this Valid Range is entered the
field will display ????. If the operator advances to
the next field before entering a valid value, the
original value of the field is retained.
VEE OPENING: This value is entered once per
program. It represents the actual width of the vee
opening. If Angle Mode reversal is not being used,
this value is not required. Enter the dimension of
the Lower Tool Vee Opening. See Figure 7-1.

FIGURE 7-2 – Measuring the Vee Angle

Valid Range: 0° - 180°
Entry Format: XXX
Default Value: 0°

TOP OF MATERIAL: This value is entered once

per program. It represents the ram position where
the nose of the upper die just touches an unbent
piece of the material placed on the lower die. If
Angle Mode reversal is not being used, this value
is not required. Enter the ram position for the
location of the top of material. This can be entered
manually or by jogging the ram down until it
touches the material and using the TRN key to
copy the current ram position. (Use SETUP mode
to jog ram to correct location and transfer value).
See Figure 7-3.

➛ RAM
➛
➛

FIGURE 7-1 – Measuring the Vee Opening

➛ UPPER VEE DIE
Valid Range: 0.001” to 39.360” (0.03mm - U
TOP OF MATERIAL
RAM POSITION AT

999.99mm) MATERIAL
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
➛
➛

Default Value: 0.000

➛

LOWER DIE ANGLE: This value is entered once L ➛

LOWER VEE DIE
➛

per program. If Angle Mode reversal is not being

➛

used, this value is not required. Enter the dimen-

sion of Lower Tool Vee Die Angle. See Figure 7-2. ➛
F
FILLER BLOCK
➛

➛ BED

FIGURE 7-3 – Top of Material

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Valid Range: Closed height of machine - Open
height of machine DANGER
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
THE MUTE POSITION MUST BE SET AT A POINT
Default Value: Open Height of machine
WHERE THE SPACE OR OPENING BETWEEN
Note: If the TOP OF MATERIAL value is entered, THE DIES AND MATERIAL IS LESS THAN 1/4”.
the following values will be changed auto- IF IT IS NOT, OPERATING PERSONNEL WILL
matically if they are still at the default NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED BY THE
value. PRESENCE SENSING SAFEGUARDING DEVICE
AND COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.
1. CLAMP POSITION - Change to TOP OF MATE-
RIAL - 0.01”
2. SPEED CHANGE - Change to TOP OF MATER-
PROGRAM DATA
IAL + 0.25”
3. GUARD MUTE POSITION - Change to TOP OF Shown next is the PROGRAM DATA screen. Note the
MATERIAL + 0.25” values shown on the screen are the default values
which will be set if the ENTER NEW PROG function
These values are calculated as a convenience to
was pressed, otherwise the values displayed will be
the operator and can be changed without affecting
from the current program. This screen is shown with
the angle mode calculations.
ANGLE MODE selected ON.
CLAMP POS: This value is defined as the ram
position at which the workpiece is clamped
between the upper and lower dies. Default clamp
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
position value is zero inches. This value may also Step
be entered by first positioning the ram to the 123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
desired clamp position in SETUP mode and using Diag-
TOP STOP 15.000 DES ANGLE nostic
the TRN key to transfer the actual ram position SPEED CHG 15.000 ACT ANGLE
value into this field. Note the ram does not stop at REVERSAL RAM TILT 0.000 Job
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
Data
the clamp position unless the CLAMP function is
FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
turned ON in Program Data for the step. BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 End
RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Prog
Valid Range: Closed Height - Open Height PROGRAM DATA
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
Default Value: 0.000
MUTE POS: (Optional: This field only appears if a
light guard - Presence Sensing - is installed). This Values entered on the PROGRAM DATA screen are
value is defined as the point in the down stroke at entered on a per step basis. Each step is indepen-
which the output of the light guard becomes dent of the others. The current step is listed at the
muted for the remainder of the down stroke. If the upper right portion of the screen.
light curtain beam is broken above the mute posi-
tion, the ram will stop. Once the ram is below the When entering a new program the “Next Step” soft-
mute position, interrupting the light curtain no key will add a new step following the last, each time
longer stops the ram. it is pressed, and advance to that step. The first step
Valid Range: Closed Height - Open Height will always contain default values for all fields. Fol-
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric lowing steps will copy the values entered from the
Default Value: Closed Height previous step. The first highlighted field will be TOP
STOP.
UPPER DIE: An upper tool name can be entered
here for the program. It may contain up to eight To display data for another step already entered, use
characters. This name is only used as a reference. the field keys to move to the STEP field, key in the
LOWER DIE: A lower tool name can be entered desired step number, and press ENT.
here for the program. It may contain up to eight
characters. This name is only used as a reference. If ANGLE MODE is turned OFF in JOB DATA, the
DES ANGLE and ACT ANGLE fields will not be dis-
After entering this last field or advancing past the played as shown.
field with the down field key, the control will auto-
matically go to the PROGRAM DATA screen if the
ENTER NEW PROGRAM function was used. Oth-
erwise the highlighted field will remain as is.

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 ACT ANGLE (Actual Angle): This value is
entered on a per step basis and is only used if the
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step
ANGLE MODE is ON in JOB DATA. This field will
123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1 not be displayed otherwise. Once a bend has been
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
Diag- completed, the actual measured angle (included
TOP STOP 15.000 DES ANGLE nostic
SPEED CHG 18.000 ACT ANGLE
angle), can be entered in this field if a correction
REVERSAL 15.000 RAM TILT 0.000 Job is required. The control will then calculate a new
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
Data reversal position (not displayed) based on the
FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 updated angle information. The actual angle value
End
RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Prog will then return to the desired angle. Entering a
PROGRAM DATA new desired angle resets any corrections made for
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
that step. On a control with a backgage, the actu-
al angle entered will be displayed until the “Cycle
Start” softkey is pressed. The Actual Angle field
PART COUNT: This value can be edited for the will then change to display the Desired Angle.
purpose of resetting it to zero or presetting the If the user enters a value in the REVERSAL posi-
counter. The counter is incremented by one each tion field, the value field for ACTUAL ANGLE will
time the control completes the last program step be blanked.
and increments back around to the first step. If
the counter reaches 9999, it will roll over to 0 on SPEED CHG (Speed Change): This value is the
the next part. (The part counter is not affected ram location at which the ram speed is switched
by entering a new program or loading a new from the rapid approach speed on the down
program from internal memory.) stroke to FORMING SPEED. This value is refer-
enced from the bed of the machine. The default
TOP STOP: This field will automatically be high-
speed change position is the open height of the
lighted when entering a new program. This field
machine. This value may also be entered by first
is used to program the position where the ram
positioning the ram to the desired SPEED
will stop at the top of the stroke. This value may
CHANGE position in SETUP mode and using the
also be set by first positioning the Ram in SETUP
TRN key to transfer the actual ram position value
mode to the desired location, then selecting the
into this field. Speed Change is calculated auto-
TOP STOP position field and pressing the TRN key
matically when the top of material value is
to transfer the actual ram position into the field.
entered if the speed change value is still at the
Valid Range: Closed Height - Open Height default.
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
Valid Range: Closed Height - Open Height
Default Value: Open Height
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
DES ANGLE (Desired Angle): This value is Default Value: Open Height
entered on a per step basis and is only used if the
ANGLE MODE is ON in JOB DATA. This field will REVERSAL: This value is entered on a per step
not be displayed otherwise. This value represents basis. The value represents the bottom reversal
the included angle to be formed on this step. After position of the ram referenced to the bed of the
entering this value, the control will immediately machine. This value may also be entered by first
calculate a reversal position value (not displayed) positioning the ram to the desired bottom reversal
based on the tool material and top of material val- position in SETUP mode and using the TRN key to
ues entered in JOB DATA. transfer the actual ram position value into this
field.
If the user enters a value in the DESIRED ANGLE
field, the value field for REVERSAL will be If Angle Mode is ON, the value will be blanked
blanked. unless the user enters a reversal value.

Note: If the tool or material dimensions are
changed after the desired angle is entered,
the bottom reversal position will be incor-
rect. The desired angle must be re-entered
after the correct tool and material dimen-
sions are entered.
Valid Range: Lower Vee Die Angle - 180.0°
Default Value: 90.0°
Valid Range: Closed Height - Open Height
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
Default Value: Open Height
The following screen shows an example of entering a
Reversal Position and the Desired Angle and Actual
Angle fields being blanked.

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 cuted once. This function allows two or more
identical program steps to be combined into one.
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step
A value of zero will allow gage movement without
123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1 cycling the ram.
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
Diag-
TOP STOP 12.345 DES ANGLE nostic Valid Range: 0 - 99
SPEED CHG 19.560 ACT ANGLE Default Value: 1
REVERSAL 17.625 RAM TILT 0.000 Job
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
Data
FLNG DIM (Flange Dimension): This value is the
FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 End desired position of an optional X-axis backgage.
RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Prog The Flange dimension is the distance between the
PROGRAM DATA
center of the upper die and the standard gaging
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
surface of the backgage. This value can also be
entered by using the manual GAGE JOG to posi-
tion the backgage then using the TRN key to
RAM TILT: This field is used to program the ram transfer the actual gage position into this field.
tilt in either direction. The ram will automatically Softkeys will appear when this is the highlighted
maintain this preset tilt throughout the stroke. field to allow the backgage to be jogged in or out.
Ram tilt is the distance that the one end of the If the gage has not been calibrated a “Gage Cal”
ram is above or below the other end. If the ram tilt softkey will appear in place of the Jog keys.
is positive then the left end of the ram is above Valid Range: 0.000 - X Max Dimension
the right end. If the ram tilt is negative then the Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXXX.XX Metric
left end of the ram is below the right end. Default Value: X Max Dimension -1”.
The ram is always tilted about the centerline of
the machine. One half of the tilt is applied to the
right end of the ram and one half tilt is applied to PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step
the left end of the ram. Note that special machine 123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
logic is applied when the ram is near its minimum Jog
In
and maximum travel limits to avoid bottoming out TOP STOP 12.345 DES ANGLE
SPEED CHG 19.560 ACT ANGLE
the cylinders when trying to achieve the pro- REVERSAL 17.625 RAM TILT 0.000 Jog
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
grammed tilt. The minimum reversal and maxi- Out
mum top stop positions are dependent upon the FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 End
tilt setting. RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Prog
PROGRAM DATA
Valid Range: -1.000” – +1.000” STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
Entry Format: X.XXX English or XX.XX Metric
Default Value: 0.000

TONNAGE: This value is entered on a per step
basis. This field is the maximum tonnage allowed
for the stroke. It can be used as a safety tonnage
to reverse on. This value represents the maximum
tonnage which will be allowed before reversing the
ram. TONNAGE REVERSAL mode implies the use
of bottoming or coining instead of air bending.
Properly sized tooling must be used to handle the
maximum tonnage specified. The REVERSAL
position must be set low enough to allow the ram
to bottom in the dies.
Valid Range: 5% of maximum - Maximum Capacity
Entry Format: XXXX English or Metric
Default Value: 5% of maximum
STEP REPT (Step Repeat): This value repre-
sents the number of times the ram will be cycled
for this step using the same reversal values each
stroke before continuing with the fnext step. The
default value of 1 indicates the step is only exe-
Gage Jog Softkeys: These softkeys allow manual
positioning of the backgage. Pressing and releas-
ing the key will move the gage by a small incre-
ment. Holding down the “Jog” key will begin mov-
ing the gage in slow speed. After a few seconds
the gage will move in high speed. Releasing the
key will stop the gage movement. “Jog In” moves
the gage towards the die. “Jog Out” moves the
gage away from the die.
R-AXIS: This value is the desired position of an
optional programmable R-axis backgage. The
position is referenced to the bed. This value can
also be entered by using the manual GAGE JOG
to position the backgage then using the TRN key
to transfer the actual gage position into this field.
See Figure 7-4.
Valid Range: R Min. Dimension - R Max. Dimen-
sion
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXX.XX Metric
Default Value: R Max. Dimension

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 zero the gage will move backward or forward at
the bottom of the stroke, depending on the next
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step step gage programmed position.
123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
Jog
Valid Range: 0.0 - 9.9
TOP STOP 12.345 DES ANGLE Up Entry Format: X.X
SPEED CHG 19.560 ACT ANGLE Default Value: 0.1 ==> Gage will not move to next
REVERSAL 17.625 RAM TILT 0.000 Jog
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
Down step until ram has returned to top of stroke
FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 End RETR DIS (Retract Distance): This value is the
RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Prog distance the gage will move back from the pro-
PROGRAM DATA
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
grammed flange dimension once the ram has
reached the clamp position (see CLAMP POSI-
TION). See Figure 7-5. It is used to provide clear-
ance during the bend between the workpiece and
the gage surface when the part has a reverse
flange. If the value entered results in a retract
position greater than the maximum gage travel
then the gage will only retract to the maximum
travel without generating an error. If the ram
reaches the bottom of the stroke before the clamp
position, the gage will retract at reversal. The gage
will move to either the retract position or the next
step flange dimension, whichever is further from
the dies.
Valid Range: 0.000 - X Max Dimension
Entry Format: XX.XXX English or XXXX.XX Metric
Default Value: 0.000

FIGURE 7-4 – R-Axis position

BEND AL (Bend Allowance): This value is the

allowance which is added to the actual Flange
Dimension value to determine the programmed
gage position. If a bend allowance is necessary to
obtain the proper flange dimension, enter the pos-
itive or negative value in this field. A negative
value moves the backgage toward the tooling. A
positive value moves the backgage away from the
tooling.
Valid Range: -0.999 - +0.999
Entry Format: 0.XXX English or X.XX Metric FIGURE 7-5 – Clamp and Retract
Default Value: 0.000 CLAMP: This function is used in conjunction
with the ram CLAMP POSITION and the gage
GA. PAUSE (Gage Pause): This value represents
RETRACT DISTANCE. When the CLAMP function
the amount of time in seconds the backgage will
is ON, the control stops the ram on the down
delay at the current step position or retracted
stroke at the programmed CLAMP POSITION. The
position before advancing to the next step pro-
operator must then release the palmbutton or
grammed position. The pause timer starts after
footswitch and re-activate them to continue the
the ram returns to the top of stroke. When a gage
bend. If a retract distance has been programmed,
pause time is non-zero, the gage will not move to
the backgage will retract away from the workpiece
the next step position until the ram has returned
when the ram reaches clamp position. When the
to the top of stroke and the gage pause timer has
CLAMP function is OFF, the ram will not stop at
expired. If the gage pause time is programmed to
the clamp position but the gage will retract.

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 There are two functions on the front panel of the
control which are programmed on a per step
basis. These are the FORM SPEED SELECT and PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step
the STROKE STOPS. The setting of these two 123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
functions are not indicated on the display itself. Alter
TOP STOP 12.345 DES ANGLE Disply
Instead the setting is indicated by an LED under SPEED CHG 19.560 ACT ANGLE
the specific function. When changing steps the REVERSAL 17.625 RAM TILT 0.000 Job
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
LED’s will change to reflect the programmed set- Data
ting for that step. FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 Cycle
RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Start

STROKE STOPS PROGRAM DATA

STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num

DOWN STOP: When this is selected, the ram will be

stopped at the SPEED CHANGE POSITION on the
down stroke. To continue ram motion the Opera-
Next Step: The “Next Step” softkey can now be
tor Station(s) or Footswitch(es) must be complete-
used to advance through the existing steps to
ly released and then depressed again. The default
allow viewing or editing.
for Down Stroke Stop is OFF.

Note that this function must be enabled if the

user has selected both Palmbutton Operator Sta-
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
tions and Footswitches active. (See Hand/Foot Step
Sequence). 123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1
PROGRAM 1234ABCD PROGRAM 1234ABCD
Add
TOP STOP 12.345 DES ANGLE Step
UP STOP: When this is selected the ram will auto- SPEED CHG 19.560 ACT ANGLE
matically stop just after bottom reversal position. REVERSAL 17.625 RAM TILT 0.000 Delete
TONNAGE 135 STEP REPT 1
To continue ram motion, the Palmbutton Opera- Step
FLNG DIM 23.000 R-AXIS 10.000
tor Station(s) or Footswitch(es) must be complete- BEND AL 0.000 GA. PAUSE 0.1 Cycle
ly released and then depressed again. The default RETR DIS 0.000 CLAMP ON Start
value for Up Stroke Stop is OFF. PROGRAM DATA
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
The user may select both stops OFF, ON, or have
either one ON/OFF independent of each other.

Add Step: This softkey will appear when the

FORM SPEED SELECT
This selection controls the speed at which the work-
piece is formed. The ram will switch to this speed on
the down stroke at the specified SPEED CHANGE
POSITION. The selections are LOW, MEDIUM and
HIGH. The actual speed value is dependent on the
machine size. The default value is MEDIUM.
After entering the last field on the screen the high-
lighted field will remain as is. The control will not
automatically advance to another step. To create
another step press the “Next Step” softkey. Values
from the current step are copied to the new step.
This concludes the entry of values to define a
program.
END PROGRAM
Once all steps have been entered the “End Prog”
softkey should be pressed. The screen will change as
shown:
“End Prog” softkey is pressed and the user selects
the STEP field. When pressed, a new step will be
inserted after the current step. The new step will
contain a copy of values from the current step.
Delete Step: This softkey will appear when the
“End Prog” softkey is pressed and the user selects
the STEP field. When pressed the current step will
be deleted.
Alter Disply (Alternate Display): When this soft-
key is pressed, the screen will toggle back and
forth between the standard program data screen
and the alternate screen. The alternate screen
displays the values in a larger size for viewing.
Note that angle corrections cannot be made in the
large alternate display view.

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 bytes which is large enough to contain a minimum
of 100, 4 step programs. Shown next is the STOR-
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step
AGE/COMM screen.
123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1
REVERSAL FLANGE Alter
Disply
7.625 23.000 PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 12472 Load
Job Prog
TONNAGE R-AXIS SEQ NAME SEQ NAME
Data
1 1234ABCD 11 1234567I
135 10.000 2 123 12 1234567J Store
Cycle 3 12345 13 1234567K Prog
Start 4 123456 14 1234567L
PROGRAM DATA 5 1234567 15 1234567M
6 1234567D 16 1234567N Delete
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num 7 1234567E 17 1234567O Prog
8 1234567F 18 1234567P
9 1234567G 19 1234567Q
10 1234567H 20 1234567R Comm
Menu
STORAGE / COMM 28
Cycle Start: When this softkey is pressed the STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
control will process the values entered for the cur-
rent step. If all operator controls are set properly,
the status line will change to CYCLE ACTIVE, and
the softkeys will change as shown. The gages will The screen indicates the current program loaded
move into the correct position for the current into active memory in the upper left corner of the
step. The ram may now be cycled using the opera- screen. The upper right corner indicates the free
tor controls. Once the ram completes the stroke, space available (bytes) in internal memory. The main
the STEP field will be advanced by one. Once the area of the screen shows two columns of the sorted
program step advances past the last step, the step directory for internal memory. Each column contains
value will return to step one. The PART COUNT 10 programs. The programs are listed with a
field will advance by one each time the control sequence number and the name.
advances past the last step.
Additional files in the directory may be viewed by
pressing the arrow keys. The arrow keys will move
the highlighted select box up and down the directo-
PART COUNT 1234ABCD STEP Next
Step
ry. At the end of the page, if more files exist, the
123
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME 1 screen will list another page of files and highlight the
REVERSAL FLANGE Alt first file on the page. Entering a sequence number
Disply
7.625 23.000 on the keypad will move the highlighted select box to
Job that file.
TONNAGE R-AXIS
Data
135 10.000 The number in the lower right corner shows the total
Cycle
Stop number of files stored.
PROGRAM DATA
CYCLE ACTIVE Load Prog: This softkey, when pressed, will load
the highlighted program from internal memory
into active memory. The user will first be prompt-
ed to verify the current program in active memory
This will continue until the operator presses the should be overwritten. The status line will display
“Cycle Stop” softkey at which time the softkeys the message:
will change back and the CYCLE ACTIVE status
will be cleared. OVERWRITE ACTIVE PROGRAM, Y/N?

Softkeys will appear to allow the YES or NO

STORAGE/COMM response.
Once a program has been created in active memory,
If the user selects YES, the program in active
it can then be saved for future use in the internal
memory will be erased, and the selected program
memory of the control. The STORAGE/ COMMUNI-
will be loaded into active memory.
CATION screen allows programs to be saved or
recalled from internal storage. It also allows pro- Note: To save changes made to the active pro-
grams to be transferred between internal memory gram, press the “Store Program” key before
and offline storage over the communications inter- loading the new program.
face. The internal memory storage consists of 16k

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Store Prog: This softkey, when pressed, will
store the program in active memory to internal
memory using the name which is listed in the
JOB DATA screen. If the control finds a program
already stored under the same name, the operator
will be prompted to verify that the existing pro-
gram should be overwritten. In this case the sta-
tus line will display the following message and the
softkeys will change to either YES or NO.
OVERWRITE EXISTING PROGRAM, Y/N?
If the user presses the “Yes” softkey the program
will overwrite the existing one in internal memory.
If the user presses the “No” softkey, the program
in active memory will not be stored.
The status box will indicate the progress of the
transfer as well as any errors which may be
encountered from the Kermit transfer. For exam-
ple, if the remote server is not running, the error:
ERROR: KM-TIMEOUT OCCURRED
will be shown. An “Abort” softkey may be pressed
anytime during the file transfer to stop sending
the file.
Receive Prog: When this softkey is pressed, the
user will be prompted to enter the name of the
program which is to be transferred from the
offline storage device to internal memory. The sta-
tus box will display the message:

Delete Prog: This softkey when pressed will ENTER NAME? _

delete the highlighted program from internal stor-
The operator can use the keypad to enter the pro-
age. The user will first be prompted to verify that
gram name. Alpha characters can be entered
the file should be deleted. The status line will dis-
using the +, - keys as described earlier. After
play the following.
pressing the ENT key the transfer will begin. The
DELETE PROGRAM, Y/N? status box will indicate the progress of the trans-
fer as well as any errors which may be encoun-
Press the “Yes” softkey to delete the program or tered from the Kermit transfer.
the “No” softkey to abort the operation.
If the transfer is successful, the program will
Comm Menu: When this softkey is pressed, the appear in the sorted directory. The free space will
softkeys will change as shown: be updated to reflect the additional program. The
directory displayed will remain on the current
page. Sequence numbers may change depending
PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 12472 Send
on where the file is located in the directory.
Prog
SEQ NAME SEQ NAME
1 1234ABCD 11 1234567I RS232 Parm/Test: This softkey, when pressed,
2 123 12 1234567J Receive
3 12345 13 1234567K Prog will change screens to show the following:
4 123456 14 1234567L
5 1234567 15 1234567M
6 1234567D 16 1234567N RS232
7 1234567E 17 1234567O Parm/
8 1234567F 18 1234567P Test
9 1234567G 19 1234567Q RS232 PARAMETERS Baud
10 1234567H 20 1234567R Comm
Rate
Menu
28 BAUD RATE: 9600
STORAGE / COMM
USER HOST COMMAND: Host
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
Command
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

RS232
Test
The above softkeys allow the selection of sending
Comm
or receiving a program to the offline storage device Exit
using the communications interface. The Kermit STORAGE / COMM
protocol will be used. When a file transfer takes STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num

place the host computer connected to the control

will locate files in the current working directory
which the Kermit server has set.
Send Prog: When this softkey is pressed, the
highlighted file will be sent from internal memory
to the offline storage device. A status box will dis-
play the message:
SENDING FILE XXXXXXXX
Baud Rate: The baud rate which the serial port
uses can be changed by pressing the desired soft-
key choice. The possible values are 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600, 19200, 38400. Use the -MORE- soft-
key to select a value from the second group of
three choices. The change is effective for the next
communication request.

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 Host Command: An additional feature when
sending files is the User Host Command Packet.
This allows a command to be sent to the remote
server each time before a file transfer takes place.
An alpha numeric string up to 20 characters can
be entered. The valid characters are:
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ{ } ( ) |
<>,+-!@#$%&*=?“‘:;/
also retrieve a directory of programs stored in inter-
nal memory. Background communications can be
done while the machine is cycling.
RS-232/422 COMMUNICATIONS
PHYSICAL CONNECTION
1. Connect cable to J9 port of CPU Board.

To enter the user host command, press the soft-
key. Next press the + or - key until the desired
character is displayed on the screen. Pressing the
TRN key will accept the character. After the entire
string is entered, press the ENT key to accept it.
2. Cables should be connected as shown in the fol-
lowing examples (Example 1, 2 or 3).
3. Cables should be configured using either the rec-
ommended or optional configuration.

RS232 Test: This function performs a test of the

communications interface of the control. When
J8
pressed, the screen will change as shown below to
instruct the user how to perform the test.
DDSP1

RS232 TEST Perform J6

Test
COMMUNICATION
To perform the test first PORT "J9" J9
connect wire jumpers between
Change
pins : 1,3 and 5,7
Port
J5
PORT: 2 RS232
SEND MESSAGE: ABCDEFGHIJ123456 Test
RECEIVE MESSAGE: ABCDEFGHIJ123456
J4
STATUS: PASSED Comm
Exit J10
STORAGE / COMM
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num

Pressing the “Perform Test” softkey will perform

the test. The test involves sending out a string of
characters and testing to see if they are received
properly. This first requires the user to connect
wire jumpers on the communications connector
as instructed. The test may be repeated as
desired. It may also be used to test out the cable B2
by connecting the proper pins together on the
other end of the cable at the offline computer.
Pressing the “Exit” softkey returns display back to
B1
the previous screen.

BACKGROUND COMMUNICATIONS
The control will allow background communications
using the Kermit transfer protocol. The Kermit file
transfer protocol is packet based which provides
excellent error rejection and recovery. This allows
error-free file transfer in the noisy shop floor envi-
ronment. The control implements both CLIENT and
SERVER modes of operation, allowing file transfers
to be initiated at the control or host computer. The
host computer can send or receive programs and
COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOL
1. Communications protocol used by CINCINNATI
VME machines is “KERMIT”. Applications sup-
porting this form of file transfer are available for
most of the microcomputers, mini-computers
and main frames in use today.

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2. “KERMIT” application selected for use on the (2) Kermit Distribution Columbia University
host should be capable of unattended server Center for Computing Activities
operation. Consult CINCINNATI INCORPORATED 612 W. 115th Street, New York, NY 10025
RS-232 Protocol documentation for more infor-
mation on how our products communicate. The Kermit manual is on the Kermit disk.
This manual will explain some of the termi-
3. For more information on “KERMIT”, see: “KER- nology.
MIT - A FILE TRANSFER PROTOCOL” by Frank
Da Cruz, Digital Press - Order #EY-6705E-DP, INSTALLATION:
ISBN #0-932376-88-6. For this installation we are using an IBM system 2,
4. If the host system is an IBM-PC, MS-DOS KER- model 55 and MS-DOS Kermit V3.0.
MIT V2.29 or higher works well. Order from:
Public Brand Software, 1-800-IBM-DISK, Order Note: If you are using other hardware or software,
#CO5 or KERMIT Distribution, Columbia Uni- consult your technical reference manuals
versity Center for Computing Activities, 612 West before proceeding.
115th Street, New York, NY 10025.
To install Kermit on the hard drive:
EXAMPLE (1) Note: <ENTER or RETURN> denotes pressing either
PC FILE SERVER the "Carriage Return" key, the "Return" key, or
the "Enter" key.
CLIENT SERVER
KERMIT Type:
C: <ENTER or RETURN>
C: >MKDIR \KERMIT <ENTER or RETURN>
(This will make a sub-directory for Kermit.)
CINCINNATI C: >CD \KERMIT <ENTER or RETURN>
MACHINE
256K MEM
1.2/1.44 FLOPPY Install the MS-DOS Kermit 3.0 disk in floppy
10M Harddsk
drive "A" and close the door.
Type:
C: >COPY A : *.* <ENTER or RETURN>
PC (This will copy MS-DOS Kermit to the sub-
directory.)
9600 baud 9600 baud C: >RENAME MSKERMIT.INI MSKERMIT.REF
8 data bits 8 data bits
1 stop bit 1 stop bit
<ENTER or RETURN>
No Parity No Parity
C: \KERMIT>EDLIN MSKERMIT.INI <ENTER or
MINIMUM PC HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: RETURN>
✦ IBM PC or 100% compatible (This will input the Kermit configuration
✦ 256K of system memory parameters.)
✦ One 1.2 megabyte (5.25") or 1.44 megabyte (3.5") *I <ENTER or RETURN>
floppy drive (This should show the next number.)
✦ 20 megabyte hard drive 1:*
✦ Comm port
Input the following information:
✦ Monochrome monitor
2:*COMMENT -- MSKERMIT.INI <ENTER or
RETURN>
MINIMUM PC SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:
3:*COMMENT -- SET COMM PARAMETERS
✦ MS-DOS 3.0 or higher <ENTER or RETURN>
✦ MS-DOS Kermit V2.29 or higher (kermit is a 4:*SET PORT 1 <ENTER or RETURN>
public domain communications protocol used by (This is the port used on the PC)
the CINCINNATI INCORPORATED VME) 5:*SET BAUD 9600 <ENTER or RETURN>
machines. (This is the speed of information transfer)
6:*SET FILE TYPE BINARY <ENTER or RETURN>
To acquire Kermit software, contact: 7:*SET WARNING OFF <ENTER or RETURN>
(1) Public Brand Software 8:*COMMENT -- SET KERMIT PARAMETERS
1-800-IBM-DISK, order: <ENTER or RETURN>
CO5 9:*SET SEND TIMEOUT 4 <ENTER or RETURN>

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 10:*SET RECEIVE TIMEOUT 4 <ENTER or To check the changes to the MSKERMIT.INI file:
RETURN>
11:*SET RETRY 10 <ENTER or RETURN> MS-KERMIT>SHOW COMM <ENTER or
12:*COMMENT -- START UP THE SERVER RETURN>
<ENTER or RETURN>
13:*SERVER <ENTER or RETURN> or
14:*
MS-KERMIT>STATUS <ENTER or RETURN>
<Ctrl C> (This will give more complete setting
* E <ENTER or RETURN> information)
C:\KERMIT>KERMIT <ENTER or RETURN>
(This will put you into the SERVER MODE, To check Kermit directory size or free space:
since the last line in "MSKERMIT.INI is
"SERVER") From: KERMIT>
Type: DIR /W <ENTER or RETURN>
When a program is sent from the machine to the PC,
the PC display should look something like this: The display will read:
VOLUME IN DRIVE C HAS NO LABEL.
MS-Kermit: 3.00 16 Jan 1990 DIRECTORY OF C:\KERMIT
Server mode: type Control-C to exit
File name: Sample:
KBytes transferred: 123 26758 365987 4874 5976
124 26760 365990 5000 6000
Number of packets: 38 FILE(S) 119734272 BYTES FREE
Packet length:
Number of retries: 0
Last error:
Last message:

To Exit the SERVER MODE, press <Ctrl C>.

EXAMPLE (2)
VAX File Server

CLIENT SERVER
KERMIT

4 TERM
CINCINNATI
MACHINE
MicroVax/
VAX
1 3 TERM
9600 baud 9600 baud
8 data bits 8 data bits
1 stop bit 1 stop bit
No Parity No Parity

1 2 3 4 2
Represents Standard VAX terminal Ports

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CONFIGURATION FOR EXAMPLES 2 & 3 retries, binary transfer and raw filename mode.
(BASIC SET-UP) Also, set warning to “OFF”, set current working
directory and start the server.
1. Set-up a script that starts a kermit server as a
background task on the port connected to the
machine. In the kermit initialization file, set the
port, 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no pari-
ty, 4 second send and receive timeouts, 10

EXAMPLE (3)
VAX File Server

CLIENT SERVER
KERMIT other machine

other machine
CINCINNATI
MACHINE 2 3 4
9600 baud
8 data bits
1 stop bit
No Parity
1 VAX TERM
TERMINAL
SERVER
9600 baud
8 data bits
1 stop bit
No Parity

1 2 3 4 Ethernet LAN
Represents Standard VAX Terminal
Server Ports VAX

1 VAX
TERMINAL
SERVER Ethernet LAN

2 3

TERM TERM
CONFIGURATION
1) See Example (2) for proper set-up

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CABLE ASSEMBLY DB25F DB25M

The recommended cable configuration is shown in DB9F DB9M

Optically 2 2 TD
TDA 3 3 RD
Figure 7-6. It consists of a female 9 pin "D" type con- RDA 1 1
TDB
Isolated
4 4 RTS
RDB 4 4 422 -> 232
nector, wired to an optically isolated RS-232/RS-422 TDA 3 3
RDA 5 5 CTS
RDB 6 6 DSR
converter which can be used with most 25 pin IBM TDB 5 5
+12V B&B 7 7 SG
SG 2 2 Belden
PC and compatible serial port connectors. TDA and GND Electronics 8 8 DCD
9502
# 422NOICR 20 20 DTR
TDB are sometimes referred to as TD- and TD+ and
4X CPU White ➛ PC
RDA and RDB are referred to as RD- and RD+. CommPort J9 Stripe 12VDC
Belden 9502 (or equivalent) two pair cable should be Power Supply
#422PS2
used for runs up to 1000 feet. For runs longer than
1000 feet, Belden 8102 low capacitance cable should
be used. The adapter cable shown in Figure 7-8 can FIGURE 7-6 – Recommended Configuration
be used to connect the 25 pin RS-232/RS-422 con-
verter to a 9 pin AT style serial port connector.
DB9F DB9M DB25M DB25F

The RS-422 differential signal is preferable over RS- RDA 1 1 2 2 TD

RDB 4 4 3 3 RD
232 because RS-422 can be used with much longer TDA 3 3 Belden 4 4 RTS
cables and at a higher baud rate than RS-232. The TDB 5 5 9502 5 5 CTS
SG 2 2 7 7 SG
optical isolation provided by the converter eliminates 6 6 DSR
8 8 DCD
ground difference problems which can occur when 20 20 DTR
CPU030
connecting electronic equipment together that are Port S2 PC
plugged into different AC power distribution net-
works. FIGURE 7-7 – Optional Configuration

On very long cable runs, line termination is some-

DB9 DB25M DB9F DB9M
times necessary. Figure 7-9 shows the recommended
dynamic termination network which should be con- TD 2 3 3 TD
RD 3 2 2 RD
nected only at the receiving end of the cable between RTS 4 7 7 RTS
RDA and RDB. Static termination devices, consisting CTS 5 8 8 CTS
DSR 6 6 6 DSR
of a resistor without the capacitor, are not recom- SG 7 5 5 SG
mended because of the excessive power required. DCD 8 1 1 DCD
DTR 20 4 4 DTR
PC-AT to DB-25
25 Pin Adapter Cable 9 Pin PC
The RS-232/RS-422 Converter (Model 422NOICR), #232CAMS
12V Power Supply (Model 422PS2), and the PC-AT to
DB-25 Adapter Cable (Model 232 CAMS) can be FIGURE 7-8 – Adapter Cable
ordered from:
B & B Electronics Manufacturing Co. 100 Ohms
4000 Baker Road
P.O. Box 1040
Ottawa, IL 61350
Tel.: (815) 434-0846
Fax: (815) 434-7094 0.1 uf

FIGURE 7-9 – Termination Network

For short cable runs the RS-422 signal can be con-
verted to RS-232 by jumping RDB to SG and using
only the TDA and RDA signals as shown in Figures
7-7. A two pair cable should still be run in case a
problem would occur which required converting to
RS-422.
DAILY START-UP OF THE PC
C:>CD \KERMIT <ENTER or RETURN>
C:\KERMIT>KERMIT <ENTER or RETURN>
(This will put you into SERVER MODE if the
"MSKERMIT.INI" has been set-up as shown:)

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 File: MSKERMIT.INI
comment – MSKERMIT.INI Kermit initialization
comment – set comm parameters
set port 1 are the same. The recommended baud rate is
set baud 9600
set file type binary
set warning off
comment – set kermit parameters
set send timeout 4
set receive timeout 4
set retry 10
comment – start up the server
server
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYSTEM TEST
1. On the CB II Multi-Axis Control, press the follow-
ing softkeys to display the RS-232 Test screen:
“Store/Comm”
“Comm Menu”
“RS232 Parm/Test”
“RS232 Test”
Insert wire jumpers in the communications port
connector as instructed on the TEST screen.
Press the “Perform Test” softkey. If the test fails,
the communications port on the CPU board has
failed and the board must be replaced. If the test
passes, remove the jumpers and connect the
cable to the PC. Continue testing to verify the PC
port and cabling.
2. Follow the “DAILY START-UP” procedure for the
PC to start Kermit. Press <Ctrl C>, then at the
Kermit command prompt (MS-Kermit), type
CONNECT <RETURN>. This puts Kermit in the
terminal mode.
3. Press the “Perform Test” softkey to initiate the
test. The CB II will transmit a test string out the
communications port: “ABCDEFGHIJ123456”. If
all is well, this string will show up on the PC dis-
play. This will verify the connection from the CB
II to the PC.
Note: The CB II will indicate that the test has
failed, this is normal.
If the test string does not show up on the PC
screen, follow the “Troubleshooting” section
below for the configuration being used.
4. Press the “Perform Test” softkey on the CB II and
immediately type “ABC123” on the PC keyboard.
The keys typed should show up on the CB II con-
trol screen after “RECVD MESSAGE:”. This will
verify the connections from the PC to the CB II. If
the test string does not show up on the CB II
screen, follow the “Troubleshooting” section
below for the configuration being used.
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5. If the characters received in the above tests do
not match the transmitted characters, check the
baud rate of the PC and CB II to make sure they
9600. Slower bauds (lower numbers) can be used
for better noise immunity on long cable runs.
6. If a file transfer is attempted from the CB II with
Kermit on the PC in terminal mode, the following
string should be displayed one or more times on
the PC screen:
“S~-@-#Y1~”
This is the normal Kermit packet sent to estab-
lish the data link.
Troubleshooting the Recommended Configuration
1. If no characters are displayed on one or both of
the screens, isolate the IBM from the
CINCINNATI control by disconnecting the TDA,
TDB, RDA and RDB wires from the B&B Elec-
tronics 422 to 232 converter terminal strip.
2. Check the IBM by connecting wire jumpers from
TDA to RDA and TDB to RDB on the 422 to 232
converter terminal strip (refer Figure 7-10).
Characters typed on the IBM keyboard should
now be displayed on the IBM screen.
3. If characters are not displayed, verify that the
422 to 232 converter 12V power supply is
plugged into a live outlet and check the voltages
on the terminal strip against the voltages listed
in Figure 7-10. Part of the power for the 422 to
232 converter is supplied by the IBM serial port
handshake lines. The handshake lines do not
become active until the port is initialized by Ker-
mit. Verify that the 422 to 232 converter is con-
nected to the actual port selected by the SET
PORT command in the MSKERMIT.INI file.
If a third party serial port expansion board is
used, examine the board documentation careful-
ly to ensure that any board jumpers or switches
are set correctly and that there are no conflicts
with serial ports on the mother board or on other
expansion boards. The 422 to 232 converter sup-
plies a jumper from pin 4 to pin 5 and from pins
6 and 8 to pin 20 to satisfy most 25 pin serial
ports. Check the selected serial port documenta-
tion to determine if any other jumpers are
required. If the IBM has a 9 pin serial port and a
25 pin to 9 pin adapter cable is used other than
the 232CAMS cable, make sure it is constructed
according to Figure 7-8 and includes all the
handshake lines, in addition to the TD RD and
SG lines. Continue IBM troubleshooting in the
Cable and Port Troubleshooting section.
4. If characters are displayed on the PC screen, 3. Use a VOM or DVOM to check for nominal serial
check the CINCINNATI control by connecting the port voltages. The voltages shown in Figure 7-12
TDA and RDA wires together and connecting the for the CINCINNATI control are for the unloaded
TDB and RDB wires together (refer to Figure 7- condition (cable disconnected). Unloaded volt-
10). Press the “Perform Test” softkey on the CB II. ages for the PC serial port pins labeled input will
If the test fails, refer to the Cable and Port Trou- typically be less than ±1 volt and pins labeled
bleshooting section. output will be from 10 to 12 volts (Figures 7-13
and 7-14). The idle condition for the TD pin is a
Troubleshooting Optional Configuration (Figure 7-7) negative voltage, changing to a positive voltage
while transmitting and handshake lines like DTR
1. If no characters are displayed on one or both of
and RTS will be negative when inactive and pos-
the screens, isolate the PC from the control by
itive when asserted.
disconnecting the DB9M plug from the J9 con-
nector on the CPU board located inside the CB II
control cabinet. DB25F DB25M
DB9M
2. Check the PC by connecting a wire jumper from TDA
-8 to 9VDC
TDA
Optically 2 2 TD
2 Isolated 3 3 RD
TDA pin 3 to RDA pin 1 (refer to Figure 7-11). 14
TDB TDB 422 -> 232 4 4 RTS
RDA RDA 5 5 CTS
Characters typed on the PC keyboard should 3
RDB RDB -5 to 6VDC 6 6 DSR
16
now be displayed on the PC screen. 7 Belden
+12V 7 7 SG
GND 12 to 14VDC 8 8 DCD
20 9502
5 20 20 DTR
3. If characters are not displayed, verify that a 1
White ➛ PC
jumper is installed from pin 4 to pin 5 and from Comm Port Stripe 12VDC
pins 6 and 8 to pin 20 on the DB25F connector, Power Supply
#422PS2
and from pin 4 to pin 2 on the DB9M connector.
Check the selected serial port documentation to
determine if any other jumpers are required. If FIGURE 7-10 – Isolating Recommended Configuration
the PC has a 9 pin serial port and a 25 pin to 9
pin adapter cable is used other than the
232CAMS cable, make sure it is constructed DB9F DB9M DB25M DB25F
according to Figure 7-8 and includes all the RDA 1 1 2 2 TD
handshake lines, in addition to the TD RD and RDB 4 4 3 3 RD
TDA 3 3 Belden 4 4 RTS
SG lines. Verify that the cable is connected to the TDB 5 5 9502 5 5 CTS
actual port selected by the SET PORT command SG 2 2 7 7 SG
6 6 DSR
in the MSKERMIT.INI file. 8 8 DCD
20 20 DTR
Comm
If a third party serial port expansion board is Port PC
used, examine the board documentation careful-
ly to ensure that any board jumpers or switches FIGURE 7-11 – Isolating the Optional Configuration
are set correctly and that there are no conflicts
with serial ports on the mother board or on other
expansion boards. Continue PC troubleshooting 5 TDB Output +6.4V
in the “Cable and Port Troubleshooting” section. +5V 9
4 RDB Input 750mV
Terminator 0v 8
Cable and Port Troubleshooting 3
7 TDA Output -5.8V
1. Inspect the connectors for shorts and broken 750 mV RDB Input
2
6 SG 0V
wires and check for wiring errors by referring to 1
Figures 7-12 through 7-14 as a guide. For exam- +5V RDA Input 165 mV
ple: when wiring or checking a DB25F connector
for an PC 25 pin serial port, the pinout of the FIGURE 7-12 – CB II Comm Port
wiring side of the connector is identical to the
front view of the DB25M serial port connector
shown in Figure 7-13.

2. Disconnect the cable at each end and use a Volt

Ohm Meter (VOM) or Digital Volt Ohm Meter
(DVOM) to check the cable for pin to pin shorts,
pin to ground shorts and end-to-end wire conti-
nuity.

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 Press the CLR key to cancel the error and try to
start the Main Drive. If the Main Drive does not
start, the ram is too far out of tilt for the control
1
14
FG to correct. Lower the cylinder which is higher
2
TD Output using the manual bleed valves until the Main
3
RD Input Drive will start. (See SECTION 9 for location of
DB25M 4
RTS Output bleed valves.)
5
CTS Input
20
6
DSR Input If the Main Drive does start, set the Mode Select
DTR Output 7
SG to Setup and try to raise or lower the ram using
8
DCD Input the Ram Up or Palmbutton Station. The ram
should relevel as it moves up or down.

2. If the Palmbutton Operator Station and

Footswitch controls are both activated and the
25
13 DOWN STROKE STOP is OFF, front panel indi-
cator for HAND/FOOT SEQUENCE will not be
illuminated. The ram will not go into CYCLE
ACTIVE.
FIGURE 7-13 – PC 25 Pin Serial Port
Either select the DOWN Stroke Stop or change
the Footswitch or Palmbutton Operator Station
DB9M selections to correct the situation.

3. Presence Sensing Device (Optional) - If the pres-

1 DCD Input ence sensing device is active and interrupted, it
DSR Input 6 will not be possible to initiate ram movement
2 RD Input
RTS Output 7 until it is cleared. Operator controls must be re-
8
3
TD Output initiated. Downward ram movement prior to
CTS Input
4 reaching Mute position will be stopped if the
DTR Output presence sensing device is interrupted. Operator
5
SG controls must be re-initiated. Presence Sensing
is muted on the Up Stroke and below the Mute
position.
FIGURE 7-14 – PC 9 Pin Serial Port
4. Low Fluid Level (Optional) - If the oil level in the
tank goes below a set level, an error message will
be displayed: LOW FLUID LEVEL, CHECK OIL
OPERATION LEVEL. The main drive will also be shut off. Fill
reservoir to the proper level to resume operation.
This section specifies the minimum requirements
needed to run the machine and any error conditions
during operation. MODE SELECT
The CB II Control does not require ram calibration. SINGLE STROKE
To operate the machine the main disconnect must Upon pressing CYCLE START and activating all
be ON, operator controls must be in the “ON” posi- active operator station(s) or footswitch(es), the ram
tion, and the main drive must be ON. The Mode will begin the cycle for the current step in the PRO-
Select must either be in SETUP or SINGLE STROKE. GRAM DATA screen. If the program has multiple
When all conditions have been met, the ram can be steps the control will advance automatically to the
cycled. next step once the stroke is completed. It will contin-
ue through to the last step and back to the first, at
There following error conditions will be signaled to which point the part counter will be incremented.
the operator.
1. When the ram has exceeded the tilt limits result- Once a stroke is completed the gages will move to
ing in an out of tilt condition, the user will be the position for the next step of the program. This
notified with a message at the bottom of the dis- will either take place at clamp position, reversal or at
play. The main drive motor will also turn OFF the top of stroke depending on the GAGE PAUSE,
when the ram goes out of tilt limits. FLNG DIM and RETR DIST values.

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If the gage has not been calibrated prior to initiating
the cycle, it will automatically calibrate before mov-
ing into the programmed position and allowing ram
motion.
Values on the JOB DATA and PROGRAM DATA
screens may not be edited when in CYCLE ACTIVE.
The status box will indicate “CYCLE ACTIVE” when
ram movement can be initiated. If the ENT key or a
softkey is pressed, the control will drop out of Cycle
Active.
TONNAGE vs POSITION Reversal Indication
To determine whether the ram reversed on the pro-
grammed tonnage or reversal position, note the ton-
nage and reversal fields on the PROGRAM DATA
screen. Just after reversal until the next stroke
begins, the field label corresponding to the actual
reversal will be highlighted. (i.e.: For TONNAGE
Reversal, the TONNAGE label will be highlighted.)
SETUP MODE
When the MODE SELECT is in SETUP, the ram may
be jogged down using the Palmbutton Operator Sta-
tion or the ram may be jogged up using the RAM UP
button. This is not a production mode. It is used for
installing tooling or blocking the ram before turning
off the machine. Tonnage is automatically reduced to
10% of machine capacity. It can also be used to
transfer ram positions into the display fields. See
“MULTI-AXIS CONTROL – PROGRAMMING”.
CONFIGURATION
On the Multi-Axis Control, the machine configura-
tion is selected on Page 2 of the MAIN MENU. There
are several user selectable values on the user page of
the configuration screen. Additional configuration
values can only be accessed by a CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED Service Representative. (Contact
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service Department.)
The user page of the multi-axis CONFIGURATION
screen is shown:
RS232 TEST Change
Units
UNITS: Inch
Language: English
Serv
Access
Backgage: ON
Code
Trans
Mach
Config
Diag-
nostics
CONFIGURATION
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
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Change Units: This selector button defines the
measurement system to be used in programming
the control. When the selector is in INCH position,
all linear measurements are in inches, and the
tonnage values are in English Tons. In the MET-
RIC position, all measurements are in millimeters,
and tonnage values are in Metric Tons. Switching
this selector will change the displays to convert
back and forth between the different units.
The control will store all values in English units.
Some error may be expected in the least signifi-
cant digit when metric values are displayed. This
may be noticeable when attempting to enter a
value close to the minimum or maximum when in
metric mode. The control will power-up set for the
last units selected.
Language: This user selectable value switches the
language used for all messages between ENGLISH
and SPANISH and any other languages added.
The control will power-up set for the last language
selected.
Backgage: A “Toggle Gage” softkey is displayed to
select OFF or ON. OFF will disable all backgage
movement from program control. It still allows the
backgage dimensions to be entered. ON allows
gage movement under program control.
Serv Access Code: This softkey allows entry of
the service access code to access machine para-
meters. This has to be performed by a Service
Representative of CINCINNATI INCORPORATED.
Diagnostics: Displays the DIAGNOSTICS MENU.
DIAGNOSTICS
Additional softkeys are provided for accessing a
DIAGNOSTICS screen. The DIAGNOSTIC screen con-
tains functions for verifying correct operation of the
control.
PROG: 1234ABCD FREE: 28540 Send
Prog
System
Error
SYSTEM ERROR
AXIS / VALVE POSITIONS
Axis/
Valve
Pos
Config
Screen
DIAGNOSTICS
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
SYSTEM ERROR Error Type:

This screen can be used to diagnose a control fault.

Fault Type: Code Fault:
When a fault occurs, information may be recorded
here. On power-up after a fault, this screen will be
displayed. The information on this screen should be Exception Vector: Task ID:
recorded and then cleared.
Status Register:

PROG: 1234ABCD
ERROR TYPE: FREE: 28540 Send Program Counter:
FAULT TYPE: CODE FAULT: Prog
EXCEPTION VECTOR: TASK ID:
STATUS REGISTER: Next Fault Address:
PROGRAM COUNTER: Page
FAULT ADDRESS:
USER STACK POINTER:
Clear
User Stack Pointer:
VECTOR OFFSET:
SPECIAL STATUS WD: Fault
DATA OUTPUT BUFFER:
DATA INPUT BUFFER: User
Vector Offset:
INSTR INPUT BUFFER: Exit
SYSTEM ERROR
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num
Special Status WD:

Data Output Buffer:

The following steps should be performed if a fault

Data Input Buffer:
occurs.

1. If the control does not respond to softkey press-
es, check to see if any other panel controls
respond including the Main Drive ON/OFF,
Ram Up, front panel pushbuttons (MODE
SELECT, STROKE STOPS, FORM SPEED
SELECT).
2. Locate an electrician to open the main electrical
cabinet without turning the main disconnect off.
This can be done by using a flat-bladed screw-
driver to turn the screw located on the door
latch mechanism as the latch is opened.
3. Locate the CPU board inside the cabinet. It will
be the only board which has a red LED display
digit. It can also be identified by the memory
cartridge extending about 4 inches off the board
with stand-offs. Look at the LED display and
note whether there is a rotating zero pattern or if
it is stopped.
4. Close the electrical cabinet and cycle the power
by turning off the Main disconnect, waiting
about 15 seconds then powering it back on.
5. Press a key on the front panel and look at the
screen to see if the SYSTEM ERROR screen is
shown. If it is not displayed, go to the DIAGNOS-
TIC screen and press the “System Error” softkey.
Record the information on the SYSTEM ERROR
screen as shown.
Instr Input Buffer:
6. After recording the information, press the “Clear
Fault” softkey. Press the MAIN MENU button to
exit the screen.
7. Contact CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service
Department.
AXIS/ VALVE POSITIONS
This screen shows the current state of the ram and
gage axis as well as the status of the solenoid valves.
It is possible to run the machine while displaying this
screen to view sequencing of the valves and axis.
Some values, such as the POT (linear transducers)
positions, may not update fast enough to show the
current position. These values may reflect the true
position only when the ram has reached a pro-
grammed position. This screen shows the lowest
reversal position for the last ram stroke as well as
current tonnage and peak tonnage for the last stroke.
The “Calib” softkey is used to calibrate the backgage.
This is only required when servicing the backgage.
The “Zero XDCR” softkey is used to set the zero point
for the pressure transducer. This must be done
whenever the transducer, analog board or CPU board
is replaced. Make sure the main drive is OFF before
the softkey is pressed.

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 mal point will be flashed to separate digits. To
resume testing at the next test, the ABORT button
PROG:
POT 1234ABCD
LEFT: XX.XXXX FREE: 28540 Calib may be pressed. If all the tests are completed with-
POT RIGHT: XX.XXXX
X-AXIS POSITION: XX.XXXX out a failure, a “P” will be displayed on the LED. If
R-AXIS POSITION: XX.XXX
TON TRNS: XXX.XX Zero any of the tests fail and testing is resumed, the LED
XDCR
OIL TEMPERATURE: XXX.X will display an “F” when all tests have been per-
BOARD TEMP: HVY DUTY
Light Guard: 1 Diag formed.
VALVE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Screen
X X X X X X X X

LAST REV POSITION: XX.XXX XX.XXX

It will be necessary to RESET the control after run-
Cycle
STROKE COUNTER: XXXXX Start ning the self-test.
DIAGNOSTICS
STATUS: Arrow keys to scroll or Enter Num The following tests will be performed:

1. SRAM Non-Destructive Test

The “Cycle Start” softkey will allow the machine to 011) Address Line
be cycled. Exiting the DIAGNOSTICS screen will 012) Data Line
break out of Cycle Active. 013) Byte Test
014) Word Test
POWER-UP TEST ON CPU BOARD 015) Long Test

The following section describes the Power-Up self- 2. EPROM Test

tests and diagnostics on the CB II. 021) Read of Complete Range
022) CheckSum Upper Device
ON POWER-UP 023) CheckSum Lower Device

A “c” is displayed on the CPU on-board LED while a 3. SCC Serial Controller Chip
Checksum test of the upper and lower EPROM is 031) Polled Mode Loop Back on Port A
performed. If a failure occurs, the LED display will 032) Polled Mode Loop Back on Port B
indicate the Fnnn error code as described under the Example: If Test 012 should fail, the LED will
“User Initiated Self-Test”. The control will not func- blink:
tion if an error occurs. F.0.1.2

USER INITIATED SELF-TEST It will repeat this until the ABORT button is pressed
to continue with the next test.
The self-test procedure will be activated if the
ABORT button (next to the LED) on the CPU board is
This concludes the PROGRAMMING and
held down while the RESET button (next to the bat-
teries) is pressed, then released. At the beginning of OPERATION information for the Multi-
each test, the least significant digit of the test num- Axis Control.
ber will be flashed on the LED digit. At the first fail-
ure, the letter “F” and the failed test number will be ❦
rotated continuously on the LED display. The deci-

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 SECTION 8 OPTIONS
ADDITIONAL OPERATOR 3/16” (3.8mm) maximum thickness that weigh less
than 100 lbs. (45.4kg). It can be provided on shorter
CONTROLS length press brakes. See Figure 8-1.
One additional Palmbutton Operator Station and/or
footswitch can be installed on the CB II. See previ-
ous description of CB II PALMBUTTON OPERATOR
STATION in SECTION 6 for the operation of these
controls.

GAGE INSTALLATION
The CINCINNATI INCORPORATED CB II gages are
usually shipped assembled to the machine and
require no installation.

IMPORTANT: Do not make any electrical connec-

tions or final adjustments until a
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service Repre-
sentative is present.
In the event that the gage is not already assembled
to the machine, remove the gage assemblies from
their packing containers. Remove any protective
wrapping and clean the parts.

IMPORTANT: Do not install the gage or make

electrical connections until a CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED Service Representative is
present.
For the final adjustments and installation of the
gages, see the MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS,
SECTION 9, of this manual.
BACKGAGES
Set-up and operating techniques for the optional
backgages are described in SECTION 5. Also
described are the gage assemblies and fingers used
with these backgages. Programming is described in
SECTION 7.
FIGURE 8-1 – CNC Backgage
CNC HEAVY DUTY BACKGAGE
This backgage has a 24” (610mm) or 40” (1016mm)
powered X-axis (front-to-back) whose position can be
programmed by entering numerical data into the
CNC Multi-Axis Control. The positioning speed is
1200 in/min. (508 mm/sec). This backgage has ver-
tical adjustment up to 8” (203mm) either manually
using a handwheel on each guide assembly or by a
programmable powered adjustment with a position-
ing speed of 300 IPM. See Figure 8-2.

There are three optional backgages available on the

CB II. They are the CNC Backgage, CNC Heavy Duty
Backgage and the CNC Plate Backgage.

CNC BACKGAGE
This backgage has a 24” (610mm) or 40” (1016mm)
powered X-axis (front-to-back) whose position can be
programmed by entering numerical data into the
CNC Multi-Axis Control. The positioning speed is
1200 in/min. (508 mm/sec). Vertical adjustment up
to 8” (203mm) either manually using a handwheel
on each guide assembly or by a programmable pow-
FIGURE 8-2 – CNC Heavy Duty Backgage
ered adjustment with a positioning speed of 300
IPM. The CNC Backgage is designed for sheets up to

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The backgage is designed for sheets up to 1/4”
(6.4mm) thickness that weigh less than 150 lbs.
(68kg).

The CNC Heavy Duty Backgage is a dual X-axis drive

unit which provides stability under load.

CNC PLATE BACKGAGE

This backgage is intended for applications where the
majority of material is heavy sheets or plate weighing
over 100 lbs. (45.4kg). It is a dual drive type with a
24” (610mm) or 40” (1016mm) range powered X-
axis. The R-axis is 8” (203mm) programmable pow-
ered vertical adjustment. See Figure 8-3.

The Plate Backgage is programmable and can be

positioned and sequenced in the horizontal X-axis
and vertical R-axis.

FIGURE 8-4 – Frontgage supports

OIL COOLER
The optional oil cooler is an air-type heat exchanger.
The heat exchanger is equipped with a thermostati-
cally controlled electric fan which is operable only
when the motor/pump is running. The thermostat is
set to start the heat exchanger motor at approxi-
mately 135°F.

FIGURE 8-3 – CNC Plate Backgage
MANUAL FRONT GAGES
Fixed front gaging and material supports are avail-
able for the CB II. Gage brackets and gage stops are
manually set to position material for forming. Front
gage brackets without gage stops can also be used to
support material. See Figure 8-4.
OIL HEATERS
Oil heaters are recommended for cold start-ups and
cold running conditions. They are immersion-type
and are thermostatically controlled. It will only
maintain the oil temperature in the tank to permit
machine start-up, they are not for heating up the oil.
The thermostat is set to start the heater if the tem-
perature falls below approximately 60°F.
OIL LEVEL/TEMPERATURE SWITCH
If the oil drops to the minimum allowable level, an
error message appears in the status area of the dis-
play. Stop machine operation as soon as possible.
The cause for the low oil level should be found and
corrected. Fill reservoir to the proper level.

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If the operating temperature reaches the maximum
level, an error message appears in the status portion
of the LCD or LED screen. Stop machine operation
as soon as possible and locate the cause of the
excessive heat. Excessive high temperature will
cause the main drive to shut down.

PRESENCE SENSING SAFE-

GUARDING INTERFACE
This is a hardware/software package to interface the
CB II controls with a customer supplied presence
sensing device. When installed, this safety device will
prevent ram operation when a person or an object is
detected in the protected area. The Guard On/Off
Light is shown in Figure 8-5. It will indicate that the
Presence Sensing Device is muted by switching from
the ON light to the OFF light. Contact CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED if totally disabling the Interface is
required.

FIGURE 8-5 – Presence Sensing Guard ON/OFF Light

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 SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
To maintain the accurate performance of your CNC BACKGAGE (Optional)
CINCINNATI CB II Hydraulic Press Brake, there are
maintenance practices that should be followed. This
section deals with the maintenance and adjustments
of the Press Brake.

LUBRICATION
Refer to Figure 9-1 for machine lube point locations.

FIGURE 9-2 – CNC Backgage Manual R-axis

FIGURE 9-1 – Lubrication points

1. Cylinder Head Clevis Pins: Lubricate grease fit-

tings while cycling the ram under light load,
such as obtained with a bumping die. Use No. 2
Lithium base grease with “moly” additive (C.I.
grease H-2M). Lubricate once a month.
2. Ram Guides: Wipe clean and flush with light
hydraulic oil once a month.
BACKGAGES
Note: The references to “spray lubricant” means to
use “LPS #1” aerosol spray (C. I. #420924) or
to spray a SAE #10 oil. All grease applications
use No. 1 EP grease (C. I. grease H-1EP).
FIGURE 9-3 – CNC Backgage Power R-axis
The following lubrication and cleaning should be
performed every 200 hours of usage:
✦ Lube the X-axis screw located inside the main
housing with spray lubricant. The screw may be
accessed through a slot in the bottom of the main
housing or it may be accessed from the top by
removing the screws and top cover.
✦ Clean and apply spray lubricant to the pair of X-
axis guide rods on the sides of the main gage
housing.

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✦ Raise the R-axis to the maximum up position.
Clean and use spray lubricant on the exposed R-AXIS CARRIAGE
CHANNEL
GREASE FITTINGS
portions of both shafts.The R-axis screws on Man- LEVELING
ual R-axis gages are packed with grease at the FOOT
factory. Disassembly of the gage is required for
lubrication. If, for any reason, lubrication
becomes necessary, contact the Service Depart-
ment of CINCINNATI INCORPORATED.

✦ Optional Power R-axis. Raise the R-axis to the

maximum up position. This will expose a lubrica-
tion access hole in the back of the vertical guide
tube. The R-axis ballscrew will be visible through
the access hole. Spray lubricant through the
access hole to lubricate the ballscrew. TAPER CARRIAGE SPHERICAL
RAIL POINTS BEARING JOINT
CNC HEAVY DUTY BACKGAGE (Optional)
✦ Clean and apply spray lubricant to the X and R-
FIGURE 9-5 – CNC Heavy Duty Backgage Power R-axis
axis guide rods. See Figure 9-4.
✦ Manual R-axis. Apply spray lubricant to the R-axis
✦ Grease the X and R-axis guide bearings using the drive screws.
fittings on the side of each carriage. See Figure 9-4.
✦ Power R-axis. Remove two screws from the top
✦ Apply grease under the gage bar tapering carriage cover and remove top R-axis cover. Remove two
leveling foot. See Figures 9-4 and 9-5. screws from the front R-axis cover and remove the
front R-axis cover. Apply spray lubricant to the R-
axis ballscrews.
R-AXIS SCREW

✦ Remove two screws from the end cover, two

R-AXIS SPHERICAL
screws from the X-axis ballscrew cover and
GUIDE RODS BEARING JOINT
(OPPOSITE SIDE) remove cover. Apply spray lubricant to the X-axis
ballscrews.
R-AXIS
CARRIAGE CNC PLATE BACKGAGE (Optional)
GREASE FITTINGS
(OPPOSITE SIDE) CHANNEL ✦ Clean gage and lubricate the two horizontal guide
LEVELING
X-AXIS FOOT rails on each gage assembly with a thin coating of
GUIDE RODS spray lubricant. See Figure 9-6.

✦ Lubricate the X-axis ballscrews inside the gage

assembly by applying the spray lubricant through
X-AXIS
SCREW COVER
the slot in the side of each “X” housing.
X-AXIS CARRIAGE
GREASE FITTINGS
✦ Clean and lubricate the pair of horizontal guides
on the right end of the gage bar (viewed from rear)
FIGURE 9-4 – CNC Heavy Duty Backgage Manual R-axis with spray lubricant.

✦ Grease the gage bar tapering carriage/guide rods
using the fitting on the side of the tapering car-
riage. See Figure 9-5.
✦ Grease the gage bar support arm spherical bear-
ing joints using the fittings provided. See Figure
9-4 or 9-5.
✦ Grease vertical guide bushings using the fitting
on the back of each casting.
The R-axis screws are packed with grease at the
factory. Disassembly of the gage is required for
lubrication. If, for any reason, lubrication
becomes necessary, contact CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED Service Department.

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 start-up in cold weather. Extremely cold environ-
ments below 32°F (0°C) will require additional mea-
sures to protect hydraulic system. Contact
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED.

VISCOSITY START-UP RUNNING RUNNING

VERTICAL GUIDE GRADE 4000 SUS 250 SUS 70 SUS
BUSHING FITTING AT 100°F (38°C) (860 cST) (54 cST) MAX. (13 cST) MIN.

150 SUS (32 cSt) 11°F (-12°C) 80°F (27°C) 143°F (62°C)
HORIZONTAL 215 SUS (46 cSt) 22°F (-6°C) 94°F (34°C) 159°F (71°C)
GUIDE RAILS
315 SUS (68 cSt) 32°F (0°C) 108°F (42°C) 177°F (81°C)

The following chart shows the reservoir capacity of

CINCINNATI CB II Hydraulic Press Brakes.

MACHINE RESERVOIR CAPACITY

LENGTH GALLONS (LITERS)
6 FT. 125 (473)
8 FT. 170 (643)
10 FT. 215 (814)
12 FT. 260 (984)

OPEN It is very important to keep the oil clean. All precau-

SLOT
FIGURE 9-6 – CNC Plate Backgage
HYDRAULIC OIL
The hydraulic reservoir should be filled to the center
of the oil sight gage located at the rear of the reser-
voir. The filler cap is located on motor/pump mount-
ing plate. The ram should be at the top of its stroke.
Use a light hydraulic oil, viscosity 150 seconds at
100°F (37.8°C) with anti-rust, anti-oxidation and
anti-wear additives (C. I. oil B-150).
CAUTION
STANDARD PRESS BRAKES ARE DESIGNED
FOR AND SHIPPED WITH A PETROLEUM
BASED HYDRAULIC FLUID. THIS IS FLAMMA-
BLE. CHECK APPLICABLE FIRE CODES FOR
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS.
The Lubrication Recommendation chart furnished
with this manual lists brand names and numbers
which meet CINCINNATI specifications. Extreme
shop temperatures may require lighter or heavier oil
than shipped with the machine and normally recom-
mended. The allowable range of oil temperatures for
different viscosity oils are shown in the following
chart. Whenever the ambient room temperature is
below 40°F (4.4°C), we recommend installing an oil
heater in the reservoir to enable the oil pump to
tions must be taken to keep the oil clean, free of
chips, grit, water, sludge, etc. The oil should be
drained and replaced after one year of service.
Replace the oil sooner if sludge or other contamina-
tion is present. The drain valve is located in the bot-
tom of the reservoir. This valve should be cracked
once a month to remove any accumulated moisture.
Check the oil level daily.
New oil stored in drums is usually not as clean as
the filtered oil shipped with the machine. Oil should
be pumped through a 3 micron filter. After the oil is
changed the display should be checked periodically
to see if a dirty filter error message appears. Change
the filter element if required.
OIL FILTER
The high pressure oil filter is located on the top of
the main manifold, which is on top of the main
reservoir. See Figure 9-7. When the ram is moving,
oil flows from the variable volume pump through the
high pressure filter.
When the filter has reached its dirt holding capacity,
an error message will appear on the display. The
message will remain until the dirty element is
replaced. The filter has a 3 micron (absolute) dispos-
able element. To replace the filter, turn OFF the
main drive motor and the disconnect switch on the
main electrical enclosure and install a safety lock-
out. Remove the top cap on the filter and the dirty
filter element. Install a new element and replace the
top cap.

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 CHECKING & SETTING HYDRAULIC
PRESSURES
OIL
FILTER The hydraulic system is equipped with male quick-
disconnect fittings at the most frequently checked
pressure test ports. Identification of the hydraulic
system components is shown on Figure 9-8 and 9-9.

COUNTERBALANCE PRESSURE

CAUTION
ALL DIES MUST BE REMOVED FROM PRESS BRAKE.

Two test ports (#3) are provided in the circuit for

FIGURE 9-7 – High pressure oil filter checking counterbalance pressure. See Figure 9-8.
No dies should be installed in the machine during
this check.

PREFILL VALVE

RIGHT CYLINDER MANIFOLD

PILOT SWITCHING VALVE

TEST PORT #2

TEST PORT #1

COUNTERBALANCE VALVE

BLEED VALVE

TEST PORT #3

COUNTERBALANCE MANIFOLD

FIGURE 9-8 – Counterbalance pressure check

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 1 2 3 4

10 9 8 7 6 5

1. MOTOR / PUMP 7. TEST PORT #5

2. HIGH PRESSURE FILTER
3. FLOW DIVIDER MANIFOLD
#7 SOLENOID - LEVELING VALVE
#8 SOLENOID - LEVELING VALVE
#9 SOLENOID - DECOMPRESSION VALVE
FLOW DIVIDER
PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
4. PREFILL PIPING
5. LOCATION FOR OPTIONAL OIL LEVEL/
TEMPERATURE SWITCH
6. AIR BREATHER / FILTER
8. TEST PORT #4
9. MAIN MANIFOLD
#1 SOLENOID - DOWN VALVE
#2 SOLENOID - UP VALVE
#3 SOLENOID - MED. SPEED VALVE
#4 SOLENOID - HI SPEED VALVE
#5 SOLENOID - PILOT VALVE
#6 SOLENOID - SAFETY DUMP VALVE
MAIN RELIEF VALVE
MANUAL MANIFOLD BLEED VALVE
10. RESERVOIR OIL FILLER

FIGURE 9-9 – Hydraulic reservoir components

1. Set the machine controls: 3. Use the Palmbutton Operator Station to cycle
OPERATOR STATION RIGHT ON the ram down and the “RAM UP” button to cycle
FOOTSWITCH OFF the ram upwards.
MODE SELECT SET-UP 4. Install 0-600 PSI range pressure gage with a
OPERATOR CONTROLS Selector ON female quick-disconnect into either test port #3.
SUPERVISOR Selector ON Both must be checked.

2. Start machine by turning main disconnect ON

and pressing MAIN DRIVE “START” button. CAUTION
DO NOT RUN RAM UP WITH GAGE ATTACHED.

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5. The counterbalance pressure is checked while AIR FILTER / BREATHER
running the ram down. The proper pressure can
be found in Figure 9-10 or on the metal tag See Figure 9-9. The disposable, canister-type air
located near the counterbalance valves. If the breather/filter should be replaced about every 2000
machine has very heavy upper dies, consult hours of machine operation.
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED for information to
set the counterbalance pressure. HYDRAULIC UNIT OPTIONS
OIL COOLER
MACHINE COUNTERBALANCE
SIZE PRESSURE The oil cooler is an air-type heat exchanger. The heat
exchanger is equipped with a thermostatically con-
90 x 6 234 PSI (1613kPa)
trolled electric fan which is operable only when the
90 x 8 285 PSI (1965kPa)
motor/pump is running. The thermostat is set to
90 x 10 380 PSI (2620kPa) start the heat exchanger motor at approximately
135 x 6 215 PSI (1482kPa) 135°F oil temperature. A furnace-type air filter is
135 x 8 245 PSI (1689kPa) installed between the fan and the core of the
135 x 10 285 PSI (1965kPa) exchanger. The filter should be changed as required.
135 x 12 335 PSI (2310kPa) See Figure 9-11.
175 x 6 215 PSI (1482kPa)
175 x 8 260 PSI (1793kPa)
175 x 10 290 PSI (2000kPa)
175 x 12 365 PSI (2517kPa)
230 x 6 210 PSI (1448kPa)
230 x 8 250 PSI (1724kPa)
230 x 10 305 PSI (2103kPa)
230 x 12 350 PSI (2413kPa)
350 x 8 215 PSI (1482kPa)
350 x 10 250 PSI (1724kPa)
350 x 12 300 PSI (2068kPa)

FIGURE 9-10 – Counterbalance pressure

6. To adjust the pressure, loosen the locknut and

turn adjustment screw on counterbalance valve.
Turn adjusting screw clockwise to increase and
counterclockwise to decrease pressure. Tighten
the locknut. FIGURE 9-11 – Oil cooler

7. After setting the pressure, cycle the ram a num-

OIL HEATERS
ber of strokes and recheck both counterbalance
pressures. Oil heaters are recommended for cold start-ups and
cold running conditions (see temperature chart in
8. Turn OFF motor/pump and remove pressure HYDRAULIC OIL Section). They are immersion-type,
gage. thermostatically controlled, and may be used inde-
pendently of the motor drive.
CAUTION
CYLINDERS
DO NOT LEAVE GAGE PERMANENTLY
ATTACHED TO TEST PORT. Cylinders on the CINCINNATI CB II Press Brake have
an inner and outer piston. See Figure 9-12. The
inner piston is attached to the fixed upper cylinder
MAIN RELIEF PRESSURE head and does not move. The outer piston is
attached to the ram, moving in the cylinder and in
This pressure is controlled by a preset valve and relation to the inner piston. For information to
cannot be adjusted. Contact a CINCINNATI replace piston rod seals, contact CINCINNATI
INCORPORATED Service Representative if this pres- INCORPORATED Service Department.
sure must be checked.

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 SWIVEL END-GUIDE BEARING
To adjust for wear in the swivel end-guide bearings,
loosen the locking screws. Adjust ram shoe clamp by
INNER ROD SEAL tightening the adjusting screws evenly until they are
snug. Back-off to obtain a .003” (.076mm) clearance
TOP CYLINDER SEAL
between the bearing and the ram guide. Then tight-
en the locknuts and the locking screws. See Figure
9-13.
PISTON SEAL

➛ ➛ PISTON BEARING
➛

➛
INNER PISTON ROD

BOTTOM CYLINDER SEAL

UPPER ROD BEARING

➛

➛
➛ LOWER HEAD

➛
➛ LOWER ROD BEARING

SEAL RETAINER

RAM PIN
➛

FIGURE 9-12 – Cylinder assembly

MOTOR / PUMP
The motor/pump combination is vertically mounted
on the reservoir top with the pump submerged in the
hydraulic oil. The pump is a variable volume, pres-
sure compensated piston pump with a load sensor
control. The compensating and load sensor pres-
sures are factory set and no adjustments are FIGURE 9-13 – Swivel end-guide bearing
required.
RAM LINEAR TRANSDUCER
VALVES (POTENTIOMETER) ADJUSTMENT
The hydraulic control valves are manifold mounted IMPORTANT: This procedure must be done when-
on the reservoir (Figure 9-9) and on both cylinders ever the ram clamp bolts are loosened.
(Figure 1-1, Figure 9-8). The valves can be easily
removed for service or replacement. 1. Set the machine controls:
OPERATOR STATION RIGHT ON
IMPORTANT: Whenever servicing these valves, FOOTSWITCH OFF
the ram should be blocked, all power to the MODE SELECT SET-UP
machine turned OFF, and the electrical dis- OPERATOR CONTROLS Selector ON
connect locked. SUPERVISOR Selector ON

2. Start machine by turning main disconnect ON

and pressing MAIN DRIVE “START” button.

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3. Clean the bed top and place a 8.000” - 14.000” 15. Re-install the guard removed in Step 9.
steel spacer (or any two identical length spacers
Note: It is important that both ends are the same.
longer than the minimum closed height of the
machine) between the bed and ram at each end,
in-line with the transducer rods. Do not place
the spacer under the ram die clamp. Both ends
must be checked. See Figure 9-14.

LOCKNUT

FIGURE 9-14 – Setting Linear Transducers

4. Use the Palmbutton Operator Station to cycle

the ram down and the “RAM UP” button to cycle
the ram upwards.
5. Jog the ram down until the it is about .50” away
from the spacers.
6. Turn “OFF” main drive.
7. Use the Bleed Valves located on the cylinder
manifolds to allow the ram to drift down and
rest on the spacers.
8. See SECTION 7 “Standard Control - Diagnostics”
or “Multi-Axis Control - Axis/ Valve Positions”
for screen location of transducer position.
9. If adjustment is required, remove the transducer
guard and loosen adjusting screw locknuts. See FIGURE 9-15 – Linear Transducer
Figure 9-15. Adjust threaded stud up or down
until the ram position shows spacer height on MACHINE LEVEL
the machine control.
The level of the machine should be checked every
10. Tighten the adjusting screw locknuts. three months and adjusted if necessary. See SEC-
11. Close the Bleed Valves. TION 2 for details of this adjustment.

12. Start the Main Drive.

ELECTRICAL
13. Use the Ram Up button to raise the Ram off of There are no customer serviceable parts in the main
the spacers. electrical enclosure. Contact a CINCINNATI
14. Remove the spacers. INCORPORATED Service Representative for detailed
information.

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BACKGAGE INSTALLATION Each of the major backgage components (the gage
drive assemblies and gage bar) may have been
CNC BACKGAGE (Optional) removed from the machine at the factory and
This backgage consists of two gage fingers attached shipped in their own containers. Remove these items
to a gage bar positioned by a drive assembly. The from their containers and clean.
drive assembly can be programmed and positioned
in two directions: X = front-to-back, R = up and
down. X-axis is powered by a DC motor/ballscrew
drive. R-axis can be either a manual or optional
power drive. See Figure 9-16.

FIGURE 9-17 – CNC Heavy Duty Backgage

Install the backgage drive assemblies to the rear

dovetail slots in the bed as shown in Figure 9-17.
Install the gage bar to the R-axis arm assemblies. It
may be necessary to move the backgage drive
assemblies in the dovetail slots to attach the gage
bar. Center the gage bar between the housings by
sliding the right hand drive assembly along the bed.
Position the drive assemblies as shown in Figure 9-
18. The left hand drive assembly should be posi-
tioned such that the 1-1/4” (31.8mm) diameter hole
in the gage bar is centered over the 3/4” (19mm)
diameter shoulder screws on the pivot arm.
FIGURE 9-16 – CNC Backgage

This gage is usually shipped assembled to the C LEFT GAGE

RIGHT HOUSING
LEFT HOUSING

RIGHT GAGE C
machine. If not, remove the major components from ➛
C ➛
their crates and clean.
➛ ➛
B ➛ A ➛
IMPORTANT: Do not install the gage or make electri-
cal connections until a Service Representative of
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED is present. BED
C MACHINE
Install the backgage drive assembly to the rear dove-
tail slots of the press brake bed. Install the gage bar NOMINAL 24" GAGE
LENGTH A B C
to R-axis arm assemblies. Center the gage bar
6' 28" 26" 54"
between the housings by sliding the backgage drive (1.8m) (711mm) (660mm) (1372mm)
assembly along the bed. Install the support leg to 8'
(2.4m)
35" 40" 75"
(889mm) (1016mm) (1905mm)
the backgage drive assembly. Level backgage drive 10' 47" 54" 101"
(3.1m) (1194mm) (1372mm) (2565mm)
assembly guide rails front-to-back by adjusting gage
12' 59" 60" 119"
support leveling foot. (3.7m) (1499mm) (1524mm) (3023mm)
A 40" GAGE
B C

CNC HEAVY DUTY BACKGAGE (Optional) 6'

(1.8m)
28"
(711mm)
16" 44"
(406mm) (1118mm)
8' 35" 34" 69"
This backgage consists of two gage fingers attached (2.4m) (889mm) (864mm) (1753mm)
to a gage bar positioned by two drive assemblies. The 10' 47" 48" 95"
(3.1m) (1194mm) 1219mm) (2413mm)
drive assemblies can be programmed and positioned 12' 59" 60" 119"
in two directions: X = front-to-back, R = up and (3.7m) (1499mm) (1524mm) (3023mm)

down. Each axis is powered by a DC

motor/ballscrew drive. Only “X” is powered as stan- FIGURE 9-18 – CNC Heavy Duty Backgage
dard. See Figure 9-17. drive assembly positions

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After start-up of the machine, the Heavy Duty Back-
gage final alignment should be made. Gage finger
positions and control readouts should be checked
and adjusted as follows.

1. X-axis (See Figure 9-19) - Front edge of fingers

are 3.000” (76mm) ± .001” (.025mm) from the
centerline of the ram die slot when the control
displays 3.000” (76mm). Adjust X-axis position
by loosening carriage drive bolts (as shown in
Figure 9-20). Position the gage finger against the
3.000” (76mm) gage block as shown in Figure 9-
21. Holding this position, retighten the carriage
drive bolts.

2. Optional Powered R-axis (See Figure 9-22) - Bot- FIGURE 9-20 – Loosen X-axis carriage drive bolts
tom of the fingers are 10.000” (254mm) ± .005”
(.13mm) above the bed when control displays
10.000” (254mm). R-axis position can be adjust-
ed by loosening the 3/8”-16 hex bolts which
attach the R-axis carriage to the ballscrew nut.
These bolts are accessible through the 7/8”
(22mm) diameter holes near the top of the R-axis
housings. Using the R-axis adjustment tool
(#430100-C), rotate the handle until the proper
height is determined, retighten the drive bracket
hex bolts.

FIGURE 9-21 – Gage finger against 3.000 gage block

FIGURE 9-19 – X-axis travel front-to-back

FIGURE 9-22 – Check R-axis gage finger setting

CNC PLATE GAGE (Optional)

This backgage consists of two gage fingers or heavy
duty gage blocks attached to a gage bar positioned
by two drive assemblies. The drive assemblies can be
programmed and positioned in two directions: X =
front-to-back, R = up and down. Each is powered by
a DC motor/ballscrew drive.

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This gage is shipped disassembled from the CARRIAGE ADJUSTMENT
machine. Remove backgage guide assemblies and
gage bar from packing boxes. Remove any protective The X-axis carriage ball bushings on all gages and
wrapping and clean the parts. The adapter plates for the R-axis carriage ball bushings on CNC Heavy
each guide assembly are usually attached to the rear Duty gage with powered R-axis should be checked
of the bed when shipped. If not, use the roll pin and periodically for looseness. Each ball bushing has a
mounting screws to locate and fasten the plates. preload adjusting screw (Figure 9-23). These screws
should be snug, never tight.
Backgage guide assemblies are identified by a num-
ber stamped on the front flange. Bolt each guide
assembly to the adapter plate stamped with the
same number. These units are heavy and a lifting
device must be used to position them. The guide
assembly must be leveled and the support leg
adjusted for each unit. Place precision level on upper
guide rail and adjust leveling screw on support leg to
raise or lower rear of backgage guide assembly as
required. Tighten leveling screw locknuts when fin-
ished. Install the gage bar to the guide assemblies.
The gage bar is fastened to the right guide assembly
with screws and slides on guide rods in a bearing
block on the left guide assembly.

Do not make any electrical connections. This will

be done by a CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service FIGURE 9-23 – Backgage carriage ball bushing
Representative.

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST – CB II

3 MONTHS
6 MONTHS
MONTHLY
WEEKLY

YEARLY
DAILY
LUBRICATION SCHEDULE

1 Check reservoir oil level. (See Page 9-3.) X

2 Lubricate cylinder clevis pin. (See Page 9-1.) X
3 Clean and flush ram guides with oil. (See Page 9-1.) X
4 Check for water in reservoir. (See Page 9-3.) X
5 Lubricate backgage guide rods and adjusting screws. (See Pages 9-1, 9-2.) X
6 Drain, clean and refill hydraulic reservoir. (See Page 9-3.) X
7 Lubricate gage bar leveling foot. (See Page 9-1.) X
CHECK OR ADJUSTMENT

1 Check entire machine for loose fasteners – tighten if necessary. X

2 Wipe entire machine clean. (See Pages 2-1, 2-2.) X
3 Check machine levelness. (See Page 2-2.) X
4 Check ram guide clearance – relevel if necessary. (See Pages 2-2, 2-3.) X
5 Adjust swivel end-guide bearings. (See Page 9-7.) X
6 Replace oil pressure line filter element. (See Page 9-3.) WHEN INDICATED

7 Change filter in air-cooled heat exchanger (if so equipped). (See Page 9-6.) X
AS REQUIRED

8 Replace reservoir air filter – breather. (See Page 9-6.) X

ABOVE INTERVALS ARE BASED ON ONE SHIFT AND NORMAL PRESS BRAKE OPERATION.
DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICING THE MACHINE CAN BE FOUND IN THIS MANUAL.

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ERROR MESSAGES
The numbers preceding each error message indi-
cate the error number that will be displayed on the
Standard (LED) Control. Messages not preceded by
a number do not apply to the Standard Control.
1 EXCESSIVE TILT
When the ram is tilted more than 1.1 inches
(28mm), the main drive will shut off and the
error message will be displayed. Press the CLR
button to clear the error and press the MAIN
DRIVE START button. If the drive starts, press
the RAM UP button or press the palmbuttons in
SETUP mode, to level the ram. If the drive does
not start, use the bleed valves to lower the side
that is too high.
2 LOW OIL LEVEL
If the machine is equipped with the optional oil
level switch, and the oil drops below the mini-
mum level, this error message will be displayed
and the main drive will be shut down. Fill the
hydraulic reservoir until the oil is centered in the
sight glass.
3 OIL TEMP HIGH
If the machine is equipped with the optional tem-
perature sensor, this warning message will be
displayed when the temperature increases above
the normal operating range. If the temperature
continues to rise, the main drive will be shut
down and cannot be restarted until the oil cools
to an acceptable temperature.
4 CHECK OIL FILTER
A sensor on the oil filter unit has indicated that
the oil filter must be replaced.
5 REDUNDANCY FAULT
The redundant interlock is monitored continu-
ously by the control. If the control detects a fault,
the main drive will be shut down. Check palm-
button and footswitch wiring. Check the wiring
and operation of relay 6CR.
6 EMERGENCY STOP !
This message will be displayed if any of the
EMERGENCY STOP buttons are pressed.
7 ACTIVE MEMORY CORRUPT!
The active memory (top stop, reversal position
etc.) is checked during the power-up sequence. If
the control detects that the active memory may
be corrupt, then it will be reset to all default val-
ues. This error is normal after a software update,
CPU board replacement, RAM SIMM replace-
ment, or dead batteries.
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8 CONFIG MEMORY CORRUPT!
9 CONFIG MEMORY ALTERED!
These two error messages indicate that the con-
trol has detected incorrect values in the configu-
ration memory. Some or all of the configuration
memory may have been reset to default values.
These errors are normal after a software update,
CPU board replacement, RAM SIMM replace-
ment, or dead batteries. If the “CONFIG MEMO-
RY ALTERED” error occurs on the Multi-Axis
Control after a software update, the message
may be cleared by the operator. In all other
cases, the error may only be cleared by entering
the service access code. This can only be done by
a CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service Repre-
sentative, who will enter the proper configuration
values for the machine. It is very important that
the configuration values are correct to ensure
proper machine operation.
10 LIGHT GUARD DID NOT INTERRUPT
The light guard is tested at power-up and every
stroke of the press. If the light guard interrupt
test fails, machine operation during guarded por-
tions of the stroke will be disabled until the test
passes. Check all connections to the light guard.
Check the light guard for proper operation.
11 LOW BATTERY ON CPU BOARD
The control has detected a low battery condition
on the CPU board during the power-up
sequence. There are two lithium watch batteries
on the CPU board. Always replace them one at a
time. Do not remove both batteries simultane-
ously, as all memory will be lost. Failure to
replace the batteries could lead to a loss of
all program files and the machine configura-
tion (which will require a service call). This
check is only performed during the power-up
sequence, so it is a good idea to cycle the
power at least once a week to make sure the
batteries are monitored.
12 CHECK INPUT BOARD #1
(input board 841365)
13 CHECK LC OUTPUT BOARD #1
(low current output board 841369)
14 CHECK HC OUTPUT BOARD
(high current output board 841367)
15 CHECK INPUT BOARD #2
(optional second input board)
16 CHECK LC OUTPUT BOARD #2
(optional second low current output board)
These errors indicate that the control has not
found the proper I/O boards during the power
up sequence. Check that the boards are connect-
ed properly according to the wiring diagram.
 These messages will also be displayed if the 24
volt power supply has shut down. The messages
may be cleared without correcting the problem.
After corrective action, reset the control to make
sure the problem has been solved.
17 LEFT POT FAILURE
18 RIGHT POT FAILURE
The control has detected a failure in one of the
linear transducers that measure ram position.
Check the POT, the cables, analog board and
power supply operation. This message may also
be displayed if the POT has reached its end of
travel. Normally the POTs operate with 0.75
inches (20mm) of extra travel at each end.
19 LIGHT GUARD IS INTERRUPTED
If the light guard is interrupted while the guard
is enabled and the ram is moving, or a footswitch
or palmbutton is pressed while the guard is
enabled and interrupted, this message will be
displayed. This message is only a warning and is
intended to inform the operator that something
is blocking the light guard. There is no need to
press the CLR key - this message will self clear. If
the beam is not blocked and the message per-
sists, check the alignment and functioning of the
light guard.
20 FOOTSWITCH OR OP STATION ONLY
If a footswitch and palmbutton station are both
selected on the control panel and the down stop
is not turned on, this message will be displayed.
Palmbuttons and footswitches cannot be selected
simultaneously unless the “Hand/Foot
Sequence” mode is used.
21 CHECK 24 VOLT POWER
The control has detected that there has been a
loss of 24 volt power. Turn the main disconnect
OFF for a full minute, then apply power. If the
problem persists, check the 24/48 volt power
supply levels. Note: this error may also be dis-
played if the input board has failed.
The following messages will only be displayed on
the optional Multi-Axis Control.
OPER CONTROLS OFF
The operator control switch must be on to oper-
ate the machine or change control values.
SUPERVISOR CONTROL MUST BE ON
The supervisor control switch must be in the ON
position before any parameters can be modified
on the control.
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FILE SYSTEM LOCKED
The file system is currently being used by back-
ground communications and cannot be
accessed. Wait a few moments and try the opera-
tion again.
DIRECTORY FULL
There is a maximum of 200 programs that can be
stored in the internal memory, even if there is
memory available. This message will be displayed
if the operator attempts to store a program when
there are 200 programs in memory. To store the
program, delete some unused programs. Note:
The programs can be saved offline using the com-
munications interface before they are deleted.
INSUFFICIENT MEMORY
There is not enough internal memory available to
store the program. The only way to make more
memory available is to delete some of the pro-
grams. These programs can be saved offline
using the communications interface before they
are deleted.
WRONG OP CONTROL
If the operator activates a footswitch or palmbut-
ton station that is not selected on the front
panel, then this error will be displayed. There is
no need to press the CLR button, the error will
automatically clear 10 seconds after the control
is released.
NO RESPONSE FROM GAGE
The backgage controller is not responding. Press
the “Cycle Start” softkey to try the operation
again. If the error returns, turn the disconnect
off, wait 1 minute, then restore power. Turn on
the main drive and press “Cycle Start”. If the
problem persists, check the 48 volt power sup-
ply, check the gage communications connections
from the CPU board to the backgage wiring,
check the switch positions on board 841652
(gage communications distribution block).
MODE SELECT NOT SINGLE STROKE
This error message is displayed if the “Cycle
Start” softkey is pressed without the mode select
set to “SINGLE STROKE”.
BACKGAGE ERRORS
The following error messages refer to the optional
backgage. The prefix [XXXX] will be replaced with
one of the following to indicate the actual backgage
axis that has generated the fault:
[X-LEFT] - Standard CNC Backgage X-Axis (hori-
zontal axis) or the left X-Axis on the Heavy Duty
Gage or the Plate Gage.
 [X-RIGHT] - Right side X-Axis on Heavy Duty
Backgage or Plate Gage.
[R-LEFT] - The vertical R-Axis on the CNC Back-
gage, or the left vertical axis on the Heavy Duty
Gage or the Plate Gage.
[R-RIGHT] - The right hand R-Axis on the Heavy
Duty Gage or the Plate Gage.
[XXXX] Motion Error
This error will be displayed if the gage is forced
out of position by the material. Make sure the
Clamp and Retract feature is used if the work
piece will push against the gage during forming.
[XXXX] No Motion Error
The “No Motion Error” indicates the gage could
not complete its move. This could be caused by a
physical obstruction, such as the gage fingers
striking the tooling.
[XXXX] Zero Pulse Error
This indicates a failed position encoder. Try the
operation again, if the problem recurs, then call
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service Depart-
ment.
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[XXXX] Amp Current Limit
The motor amplifier has reached its electrical
current limit. This could be caused by excessive
material force against the gage, or an obstruc-
tion.
[XXXX] Front limit Switch
[XXXX] Back limit Switch
[XXXX] Cal limit Switch
The limit switches (when used) are all set outside
of the normal travel limits. They should never be
actuated during operation. Check that the
switches are actuated at the proper position.
[XXXX] Amp Temperature
The motor control amplifier has overheated due
to excessive load. Allow the amplifier to cool for
several minutes, then try again.
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 SECTION 10
ORDERING REPAIR PARTS
When ordering repair parts be sure to give this infor-
mation:
1. Serial number of the CB II Hydraulic Press
Brake. This is located on the machine’s capacity
plate and on the right front end of the bed.
2. The part number and part name, obtained from
assembly drawings included with this manual.
3. As complete a description of the part as possible.
4. Delivery required.
5. It is sometimes necessary to furnish sub-assem-
blies instead of single parts. In such cases, we
reserve the right to ship and to invoice accord-
ingly.
RETURNING PARTS FOR CREDIT
1. No item is to be returned without prior autho-
rization. Please write or call (513-367-7100) the
factory for instructions and the returned goods
authorization number.
2. Returned goods authorization number must be
shown on the outside of the package being
returned. Unauthorized shipments will be
returned to the sender freight collect.
EM-419
(R-08/96) 10-1
SERVICE AND PARTS
SERVICE
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED Service includes:
1. Established field service having numerous local
offices for prompt service assistance. Factory
trained servicemen are available to assist you
with any service problems you might be having.
This includes service ranging from minor repairs
and adjustments to major reconditioning jobs.
2. Planned Maintenance Service (PMS). This is a
program designed to give you comprehensive
inspections and recommendations concerning
the condition of your equipment. PMS is specifi-
cally tailored to your needs to give you timely
inspections, qualified recommendations and
expert field assistance with repairs to your
equipment.
TECHNICAL TRAINING
CINCINNATI INCORPORATED offers a variety of
Operator and Maintenance Training Programs to
assist our customers in obtaining maximum value
from your investment in metal fabricating equip-
ment. With today’s sophisticated CNC controls, oper-
ator knowledge and proficiency have a significant
effect on overall productivity. These training pro-
grams also review many of the basics of metal fabri-
cating, which may enhance the abilities of your
newer employees. Please contact our customer Tech-
nical Training Department for further information.
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