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Align
Nozzle

patent pending

Adjust Height

4. Screw in nozzle all the way down in block initially and raise
up as needed to connect. Adjust height of screw bayonet
nozzle on spindle collar to plug in to block without excessive
deflection of nozzle arm.
5. Check that nothing obstructs auto loading process.
Please note that on Haas 2010 and newer VF machines with
a SMTC, there is a sheet of metal in place on top of enclosure
adjacent to Tool change drum. Remove this sheet metal as
the TMA nozzle will hit it and get twisted out of position.

Spindle Quick Setup Guide
All Units
1. Caution: Air Turbine Spindles™ will rotate at designated
speed when 90 psi / 6.2 Bar compressed air is introduced.
A Shut-off valve is recommended for set up.
•t Caution: Ensure main spindle does not rotate with Air
Turbine Spindle in place.
•t Always use filter extractor - use only clean dry
compressed air at rated CFM/ L/S in catalog.
•t Install Air Turbine Spindle in CNC’s main Spindle. If using
TMA autochanger, see page 3 for instructions.
Do not induce air to spindle until your program is ready and
CNC door is closed.
Avoid Air Restrictions

(small connectors + couplings)

6. Fanuc RoboDrill / XDT Series: Always command Air
Turbine spindle out of CNC machine spindle when turning
off the DT machine.
Please consult full user notes, and technical information at
www.airturbinetools.com.
This Quick Guide is not intended to replace user notes, cutting tool manufacturers’ recommendations or CNC manufacturers’ instructions. Follow ANSI standards, all applicable
regulations and user instructions, and use eye protection.
ER Collets - Cutting tool insertion and removal

Two wrenches are supplied with your spindle including a special High
Speed Collet Nut Wrench. Insert one wrench onto spindle shaft flat,
and insert special collet nut wrench into collet nut.
Tighten Collet: Insert tool, and turn collet nut wrench clockwise while
holding other wrench in place until tightened. Avoid long stick-out.
Untighten Collet: Turn collet nut wrench counter-clockwise while
holding other wrench in place until the tool loosens. Continue turning collet nut, with special collet nut wrench inserted in groove, until
collet pops. Wrench acts to pull collet out of spindle taper and allow
for callet removal and/or cleaning. Always take special care to clean
collet, collet nut and spindle taper during each tool change.
All rights reserved. © 2012 Air Turbine Technology, Inc.
www.airturbinetools.com | 561.994.0500 | All specifications approximate.

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Shut Off Valve
(Switch to off position during setup)

2. Ensure a plug is in place on air inlet when not in use.*
Air Turbine Spindles™ (JS Units) are supplied with a threaded
plug in the shank. All hoses and connectors must be clean
and greater than 1/4”/ 6 mm Internal Diameter. Rear or
side inlets may be used on 602 or 625 units if all hoses and
connectors are clean and greater than 1/4”/ 6 mm
Internal Diameter.
*Through-spindle-coolant Pull Studs (40 Taper, etc) are
compatible with Air Turbine Spindles™ only if port is plugged
below pull stud (to avoid rear air leakage).

All rights reserved. © 2012 Air Turbine Technology, Inc.
www.airturbinetools.com | 561.994.0500 | All specifications approximate.

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