Classic Haas Control Overview

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What do special characters within the alpha and numeric keys allow the operator to do on a Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill?

Signal the end of a program block and separate program commands from user comments.

Which term describes the group of 15 keys located in the lower left corner of the Classic Haas Control (CHC) keypad?

Overrides.

Which of the following sequences best characterizes powering up on the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill?

Make sure main circuit breaker is on; press POWER ON; press POWER UP/RESTART.

On the newer versions of the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill, where can operators view a coolant sensor?

NOT: ALARM/MESGS display. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements describes Classic Haas Control (CHC) mills? Compared to other mills, CHC mills:

Only come with Haas controls. Signup and view all the answers

On the diagram, which region of the control keypad represents the location of the cursor arrow keys?

A. Signup and view all the answers

On the diagram, which region of the control keypad represents the location of the reset keys?

B. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the function keys is true?

TOOL OFSET MESUR is used to record tool length offsets during part setup. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the Classic Haas Control (CHC) panel for mills is true? The CHC mill:

Includes the display screen, SPINDLE LOAD METER, and EMERGENCY STOP button. Signup and view all the answers

On the diagram of the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill, which numbered region of the control keypad represents the location of the alpha and numeric keys?

C. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the display keys on the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill is true?

SETNG/GRAPH shows machine functions that are activated and deactivated. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements describes powering down the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill? Powering down the CHC mill occurs when operators:

Press POWER OFF or activate Setting 1, or Auto Power Off Timer. Signup and view all the answers

In what mode does pressing AUTO ALL AXES, ZERO SINGL AXIS, or HOME G28 move the spindle of the mill to machine zero on the Classic Haas Control (CHC)?

ZERO RET. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the operation mode keys on a Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill is true?

MDI/DNC allows you to manually input a program into the control. Signup and view all the answers

An operator may leave a message to another operator on the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill through what procedure? A CHC mill operator may leave a message by pressing:

ALARM/MESGS twice. Signup and view all the answers

Which keys allow an operator to alter programmed feed, speed, spindle direction, and rapid traverse motion on a Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill?

NOT: Function keys. Signup and view all the answers

Which group of keys on the Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill moves the spindle along the X, Y, and Z axes?

NOT: Cursor keys. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the display keys on a Classic Haas Control (CHC) mill is true?

PRGRM/CONVRS shows the program blocks of the current part program. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following procedures on the Classic Haas Control (CHC) signals the mill chip conveyor to remove chips?

Pressing CHIP FWD or programming an M31 code. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classic Haas Control (CHC) Overview

Special characters within alpha and numeric keys signal the end of program blocks and separate commands from comments on CHC mills.
The 15 keys in the lower left corner of the CHC keypad are referred to as Overrides.
Powering up a CHC mill requires ensuring the main circuit breaker is on, followed by pressing POWER ON and POWER UP/RESTART.
On newer CHC mills, coolant sensor readings are typically not available on the ALARM/MESGS display.
Classic Haas Control (CHC) mills are exclusively equipped with Haas controls.
The control keypad's cursor arrow keys are located in a designated region on the diagram.
The reset keys on the control keypad are identified in a specific region on the diagram.
The FUNCTION key labeled TOOL OFFSET MEASURE records tool length offsets during part setup.
The CHC mill configuration includes a display screen, SPINDLE LOAD METER, and an EMERGENCY STOP button.
The region labeled 'C' on the control keypad indicates the alpha and numeric keys' location.
The SETNG/GRAPH display key shows the machine functions that are currently activated or deactivated.
Powering down the CHC mill can happen by pressing POWER OFF, activating Setting 1, or using the Auto Power Off Timer.
In ZERO RET mode, actions like AUTO ALL AXES, ZERO SINGLE AXIS, or HOME G28 move the spindle to machine zero.
The MDI/DNC operation mode allows manual input of programs into the control system.
To leave a message for another operator, a CHC mill operator must press ALARM/MESGS twice.
To adjust programmed feed, speed, spindle direction, and rapid traverse, the operator must utilize keys other than function keys.
Movement of the spindle along the X, Y, and Z axes is performed using keys distinct from the cursor keys.
The display key PRGRM/CONVRS presents the program blocks of the current machining operation.
Signaling the mill's chip conveyor to remove chips requires pressing CHIP FWD or programming an M31 code.

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Test your knowledge of the Classic Haas Control (CHC) system with this quiz. Explore key features, operation procedures, and the various functions of the CHC keypad. Perfect for beginners and experienced users alike looking to review essential controls and functionalities.