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Mills
Lathes
Machining Centers
ProtoTRAK Control
RMX and RLX (RX Control)
- TS0001 Pendant will not connect at bootup
- TS0002 Pendant will not connect to motion control
- TS0003 Pendant does not power on
- TS0004 Screen blank, backlight on
- TS0005 Fault 55, machine disabled
- RX - How to Use EASY Analyzer to Troubleshoot Touchscreen Issues RMX, RLX
- RX - How to use Panel Scanner to Diagnose Keypad Issues RMX, RLX
- RX - How to Use Hardware Tester to Check Axis Motor/Servo (Code 521) RMX, RLX
- RX - How to Use Hardware Tester to Check Machine Inputs (Code 521) RMX, RLX
- RX - How to use Hardware Tester to Check Machine Outputs (Code 521) RMX, RLX
- How to Use Diagnostic Charting Tool (Service Code 522) on ProtoTRAK RMX RMX
- RX - How to Capture Current on Axis Drive RMX, RLX
- RX - How to Check Fault History of Delta Servo Drives RMX, RLX
- RX - How to Replace an RX Computer Module RMX, RLX
- RX - How to Replace an RX Pendant RMX, RLX
- RX - How to Replace a Delta Servo Drive RMX, RLX
SMX, KMX and EMX
- Troubleshoot: SMX Bed/Knee Mill - Run Away Axis SMX bed and knee mills
- Troubleshoot: SMX Bed/Knee Mill - Axis Will Not Jog SMX bed and knee mills
- How to Check Connections & Functionality of All Axes on a TRAK K3 SMX K3 SMX
- How to Enable the JOG Command on the TRAK K3 SMX K3 SMX
- How to Check & Replace the 12 AMP Fuse (P/N: 21830-12) on the TRAK K3 SMX K3 SMX
- How to Check Voltage on E-Stop AC-OUT Port on TRAK K3 SMX K3 SMX
- How to Replace Computer Module and LCD/Enclosure on a TRAK K3 SMX K3 SMX
- How to Swap Motor Ports on a TRAK K3 with SX Control K3 SX
- KMX Axis Fault Troubleshooting KMX
- KMX Pendant Troubleshooting KMX
Any ProtoTRAK Machine
- How to Correct Run Away Axis ProtoTRAK
- How to check Z-axis EHW Park Switch ProtoTRAK
- How to Troubleshoot Motion Control Connectivity ProtoTRAK
- Replace Cable Breakout Box ProtoTRAK
- Replace Umbilical Cable ProtoTRAK
- How to Troubleshoot an LED Worklamp Not Functioning ProtoTRAK
- How to Test a Jogstick ProtoTRAK
- How to Test a Door Switch ProtoTRAK
- How to Test a HI/LO Switch ProtoTRAK
- How to Test a 29032-xx Limit Switch ProtoTRAK
- How to Troubleshoot a Lube Pump Not Functioning ProtoTRAK
- Prototrak CNC: Saving Code 1 File ProtoTRAK
Spindle Drives (Yaskawa)
- How to Check Fault History on Yaskawa AC Drive ProtoTRAK
- How to Replace a Yaskawa AC Drive ProtoTRAK
- How to run a spindle in local mode on a Yaskawa GA500 VFD ProtoTRAK
Older Controls and Retrofits
- Replace Edge CNC (PT4) Floppy Drive with USB Emulator Drive P/N 27702-1 Edge (PT4)
- Replace VM, VL, SM, SL CNC (PT4) Floppy Drive to USB Emulator Drive VM, VL, SM, SL (PT4)
- Disassemble VM VL SM SL (PT4) Pendant VM, VL, SM, SL (PT4)
- Replace AGE2/3, MX2/3, LX2/3, AGE DPM, MX3 DPM CNC (PT3) Floppy Drive with 2 USB Emulator Drives AGE2/3, MX2/3, LX2/3, AGE DPM, MX3 DPM (PT3)
Mills: Knee and Bed
Shipping and Installation
- DPM RX2 - Counterweight Support and Blocking the Head DPM RX2
- DPM RX3 - Counterweight Support and Blocking the Head DPM RX3
- DPM RX5 - Counterweight Support and Blocking the Head DPM RX5
- DPM RX7 - Counterweight Support and Blocking the Head DPM RX7
Repair and Replacement
- Replace Knee Mill X Axis Motor Knee mills
- Replace Knee Mill Y Axis Motor Knee mills
- How to Replace Y-Axis Waycovers (DPMRX7) DPM RX7
Options
- Field Installation Procedure - Mills Lamp Option Mills
- Field Installation Procedure - Mills Spray Cool Option Mills
- Field Installation Procedure - Mills Auto Lube Option Mills
- K3 PSC-K3 Option - Spindle Control Upgrades K3
Lathes: TRL and TC2
Installation and Leveling
- How to Level the 30120RX TRL 30120RX
- Big Lathe - 30120RX Spindle Centerline Height TRL 30120RX
- TC2 Leveling Procedure TC2
Turrets
- RLX 4 Tool Turret Field Installation RLX lathes
- RLX 8 Tool Turret Field Installation RLX lathes
- 30120RX Hydraulic 8 Tool Turret - Installation TRL 30120RX
- 30120RX Hydraulic 8 Tool Turret - FST Installation of 8 Tool Turret with Machine After Shipping TRL 30120RX
- 30120RX Hydraulic 8 Tool Turret - Burn In Test Program TRL 30120RX
- Big Lathe Turret - Route Hydraulic Hoses TRL 30120RX
- Big Lathe Turret - 30120RX Grind Base to Match Centerline TRL 30120RX
- Big Lathe Turret - Align Turret to Z - Set Tolerance TRL 30120RX
Spindle
- 30120RX Spindle Bearing Field Replacement Procedure TRL 30120RX
- Lathe Spindle Bearing Run-In Procedure TRL lathes
- TC2 Spindle Motor Replacement TC2
Repair and Replacement
Chucks and Options
- TC2 Hydraulic Chuck Installation TC2
- TC2 Hydraulic Chuck to 5C Collet Chuck Installation TC2
- Collet Closer Installation Lathes
- Field Installation Procedure - Lathe Lamp Option Lathes
- Field Installation Procedure - Lathe Coolant Pump Option Lathes
How It Works
- How it Works: Cabinet Chiller TRL lathes
- How It Works: Tailstock Air Assist TRL lathes
- How It Works: Door Side Safety Strips TRL lathes
- How It Works: Spindle Jog/Hold TRL lathes
- How It Works: Loading Guard Door TRL lathes
- How It Works: Saddle Guard Lock TRL lathes
- How It Works: Chuck Guard TRL lathes
Machining Centers: TMC
Installation and Leveling
- TMC5, TMC7, & TMC10 - Leveling & Tram TMC5, TMC7, TMC10
- TMC12 & TMC14 - Leveling & Tram TMC12, TMC14
Control and Electrical
- TMC - How to Replace a TMC Programming Panel TMC
- TMC - How to Replace a TMC Run Panel TMC
- TMC - How to Replace a TMC Computer Module TMC
- TMC - How to Replace a Memory Option SSD 256GB TMC
- TMC - How to Replace Axis Motor Drives TMC
- TMC - How to Replace a Yaskawa AC Drive TMC
- TMC - How to Replace a Terminal block TMC
Tool Changer
- TMC ATC Carousel to Spindle Alignment TMC
- TMC - How to Replace ATC Tool Gripper TMC
- How to Replace a VMC/TMC Air Cylinder Kit 31889 TMC, VMCsi
- TMC - How to Replace Air Solenoids TMC
Spindle, CTS and Cooling
- TMC - How to Replace a Spindle Motor TMC
- TMC - Add 12K CTS Spindle Option TMC
- TMC - Add CTS to CTS Ready Machine (8K/12K) TMC
- TMC - Add CTS to Older Model TMCs with 12K Spindle Option Older TMC
- TMC - Add 8K Spindle & CTS Option for Older Model TMCs Older TMC
- TMC: Add 12K Spindle & CTS Option for Older Model TMCs Older TMC
- TMC: Add 12K Spindle Option TMC
- How It Works: 12K Spindle Cooler 12K spindle
- 12K Spindle - Add Spindle Cooler 12K spindle
- 12K Spindle - Route Cooler Hoses 12K spindle
- 12K Spindle Explain Pulley Ratio Changes 12K spindle
Axes
- TMC - Replace X Axis Linear Guides - All Models All TMC models
4th Axis and Indexer
- TMC 4th Axis - Install Hardware "Ready Kit" & Test TMC
- TMC 4th Axis - Chuck and Adapter Plate Assembly TMC
- TMC 4 Axis 31538: Set Y & Z Offsets & Base Tool Offset TMC
- TMC 4th Axis - Set Backlash TMC
- TMC 4th Axis - Servo Drive Replacement TMC
- TMC 4th Axis - FST Tailstock Installation TMC
- How to Operate Controller on a Hardinge Indexer Hardinge indexer
Options and Maintenance
- TMC5/7/10 - Install Electronic Hand Wheels Option TMC5, TMC7, TMC10
- TMC 12&14 - Install Electronic Hand Wheels Option TMC12, TMC14
- TMC - How to replace a coolant pump TMC
- TMC - How to Replace a TMC Work lamp TMC
Machining Centers: 2OP, VMC2 and LPM
Installation and Setup
- 2OP M10 & M11 ATC Set Tool Locations & Z Axis Height 2OP M10, M11
- VMC2/2OP Spindle Bump Out Adjustment VMC2, 2OP
Spindle
- 2OP M10 & M11 Spindle Removal and Replacement 2OP M10, M11
- 2OP M10 & M11 Replace 6K Spindle Motor Encoder 2OP M10, M11
- 2OP M11 Replace 10K Spindle Motor Encoder 2OP M11
Axes
- 2OP M10 & M11 Replace X Axis Ball Screw 2OP M10, M11
- 2OP M10 & M11 Replace Y Axis Ball Screw 2OP M10, M11
- 2OP M10 Replace Z Axis Ball Screw 2OP M10
- 2OP M11 Replace Z Axis Ball Screw 2OP M11
- 2OP M10 Replace X Axis Motor 2OP M10
- 2OP M10 Replace Z Axis Motor 2OP M10
- 2OP M10 Replace Z Axis Brake 2OP M10
- 2OP M11 Replace Z Axis Brake 2OP M11
4th Axis
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Siemens machines (VMCsi, TCsi): TRAKsi Reference Index
Last updated 2026-11-10.
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