OPTIMA Edger

User’s manual

2232/102-10ing.1999
Dear customer,

INDUSTRIAS DE OPTICA S. A. is grateful for your reliance on its product.

You have purchased high quality equipment that will provide you great
professional satisfaction.
As a contribution to this, we include the following user’s manual, with all the
necessary information for proper use of the equipment.
We also offer our technical service network. For any doubt or comment, please
contact the technical service assigned to your area.

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USE

(THIS MANUAL DOES NOT CONTAIN TECHNICAL INFORMATION)

• This User’s Manual contains necessary information for the operation of the OPTIMA
edger.

• This manual provides information on operating procedures, safety, specifications,

accessories and maintenance advises.

• This manual is necessary for correct use of the OPTIMA edger. Operation procedures
and safety cautions must be totally understood before using the equipment.

• Keep this manual close to the equipment and read it if needed.

• If you have any question or find any problem about the equipment during operation,
please contact the INDO’s authorised Technical Service in your area.

The presence of this symbol in the equipment indicates the

need of carefully reading this user’s manual and, specially,
the parts related to safety cautions and warnings.

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 INDEX

A. CAUTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION ............................................................ 4

B. WARNINGS ABOUT USE ............................................................................. 5

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................ 6

2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .......................................................................... 7

2.1. SIMPLE CONNECTION .......................................................................... 7

2.2. NETWORK CONNECTION ..................................................................... 7

3. DESCRIPTION OF PROCESSES .................................................................. 9

4. DESCRIPTION OF PARTS .......................................................................... 10

5. WORKING MENU DESCRIPTION ............................................................... 11

6. WORKING CYCLE FLOW CHART .............................................................. 15

7. OPERATION ................................................................................................ 16

7.1 HOW TO REQUEST A JOB ................................................................... 16

7.2 MATERIAL SELECTION ........................................................................ 16
7.3 CYCLE START....................................................................................... 17
7.4 DURING THE CYCLE ............................................................................ 17
7.5 AT THE END OF THE CYCLE ............................................................... 18

8. ADDITIONAL FUNCTION ............................................................................ 19

8.1 BEVEL PROGRAMS .............................................................................. 19

8.1.1. AUTOMATIC BEVEL...................................................................... 20

8.1.2. CENTRED BEVEL ......................................................................... 20
8.1.3. PROPORTIONAL BEVEL .............................................................. 21
8.1.4. FRONT SIDE BEVEL ..................................................................... 21
8.1.5. FLAT BEVEL .................................................................................. 22

8.2 ROUGHING TYPE SELECTION ............................................................ 22

8.3 THE "SEMI" FUNCTION ........................................................................ 23
8.4 THE MANUAL BEVEL PROCESS ......................................................... 25
8.5 THE RETOUCH PROCESS ................................................................... 27

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9. TECHNICAL UTILITIES ............................................................................... 28

9.1. BASIC LEVEL ....................................................................................... 28

9.1.1. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 28

9.1.2. CALIBRATION ............................................................................... 31

9.2. ADVANCED LEVEL .............................................................................. 31

9.2.1. PROGRAMMATION ....................................................................... 32

9.2.2. ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................. 32
9.2.3. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 34
9.2.4. CALIBRATION ............................................................................... 34

10. ON-SCREEN MESSAGES ......................................................................... 35

11. MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL CARES ................................................ 37

11.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................ 37

11.2. CHANGE OF FUSES. ......................................................................... 38

12. ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................... 39

13. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS .............. 41¡Error! Marcador no definido.

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A. CAUTIONS IN THE INSTALLATION

WARNING!
▪ Never pull the power cord to plug it out. Always pull holding the plug. If not,
metal wires of the cable may weaken and result in a short-circuit or electrical
shock.

▪ Use a power outlet equipped with an earth terminal, meeting the Low Voltage
Safety regulations. If not, it may result in an electrical shock or short-circuit.

▪ Be sure to use a power outlet meeting the requirements of power specifications.

If line voltage is too high or too low, the equipment will not function properly.
Irreparable damage can also be produced.

▪ Do not place the equipment over the power cord. Cord cover may be damaged
and cause electrical shocks or short-circuits.

▪ If metal wires of the cord are exposed, power turns off and on when moving cord
or cable/plug are abnormally hot, that means cable is damaged. Immediately
change the cable by a new one. If not, it may result in electrical shock or fire.

• OPTIMA edger should be installed in a stable and well-levelled place, where

shocks or vibrations are not produced. If not, it may result in poor final quality of
the jobs or equipment malfunction.

• In case of a direct water connection, the water inlet should be protected through
an external tap installed in the water supply pipe. Input flow and pressure should
not exceed the normal values of a domestic water network.

• In case of a direct water connection, the draining pipe should remain at least ½
meter below the machine level. The draining hose should connect to the
draining pipe without angles that make difficult the evacuation of remains.

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B. WARNINGS ABOUT USE

WARNING!

• Never disassemble or touch inside the equipment. It may result in electrical shock
or equipment malfunction.

• Never use the equipment for purposes other than the specified. INDUSTRIAS DE
ÓPTICA S.A. will not be responsible for accidents or malfunctioning caused by
this wrong use.

• Use equipment in the following conditions:

Temperature: 10-40°C
Interference free environment
Vibrations and shock free

• Operator's working location is in front of the edger, facing the working area, this
last being protected with the main cover. Working area is described as the part of
the unit containing the grinding wheels and lens shafts. Danger area is the part of
the working area between grinding wheels and lens shafts.

• NEVER manipulate inside the working area while lens is being edged.
Manipulation is only permitted when the cycle has reached its end and
grinding wheels have completely stopped its rotation. When the cycle
starts, the cover closes so that the working area stays protected.
However, due to use reasons, the said cover can be lifted up by means
of user’s handling. In that case AVOID ANY USER’S OR THIRD
PERSON’S MANIPULATION INSIDE THE WORKING AREA.

• With the main cover closed, noise and acoustic pressure levels are tolerable.
Special protection elements are not needed.

• In case of malfunction, never touch inside the equipment. Remove power cord
and contact with INDO’s authorised Technical Service in your area.

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1. INTRODUCTION

The OPTIMA edger belongs to a new generation of INDO edging systems oriented to
the cut of ophthalmic lenses.

Its wide range of features, advanced technology and innovative design gives to the
OPTIMA an unmistakable charm.

The OPTIMA edger bases its functioning in 3D Digital Technology. It is possible to see,
in real time, how the bevel corresponding to the job in process is made.

By means of its high resolution TFT B/W screen, it supplies necessary information in a
clear, logic and comfortable way.

Users will thank, without any doubt, this new way of operation.

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2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

2.1 SINGLE CONNECTION

To connect the OPTIMA edger in single mode (usual mode), it must be connected to the
available peripheral equipment (either COMBIMAX, MINIBLOC or INDOFORM),
through communication cable 2114/482 (C28), supplied together with the said
peripheral. This cable is 3 meters long (see Fig.1).

FIG.1

2.2 NETWORK

For high productions, MAXIMA system allows a network connection, linking many
OPTIMA edgers to a single COMBIMAX.

It is recommended to connect a maximum of 3 OPTIMA edgers to a single COMBIMAX,

so that the duty cycle of every unit will remain balanced.

To establish a network of OPTIMA edgers with COMBIMAX, it is required a Network

connection Kit. This one links up to 3 OPTIMA edgers to a single COMBIMAX (see
Fig. 2).

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 FIG 2

NOTE: OPTIMA edgers

are compatible with the
former INDO generation of
peripherals. Therefore, it is
possible to install a
network with OPTIMA
edgers connected to a SERVICE MODULE ELITE XXI
Service Module or an LINEA XXI
INDOFORM, sharing the
net with an ELITE XXI or a
LINEA XXI.

INDOFORM CNC

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3. DESCRIPTION OF PROCESSES:

The OPTIMA edger, in its standard version, makes a general job in 3 basis steps:
Measuring step, Roughing step and Finishing step.

1st process : Measuring step

The arms of measuring unit make contact with both, internal and external sides of the
lens, in the bevel base line, being that one the limit zone where the wheels will remove
material. In this process, thickness of the lens is measured according to the shape.
Internal and external bases are determined, so that bevel can be properly placed, based
on the selections made in the working menu. Measuring time is approximately 12
seconds.
Arm tips are made in Acetal type plastic and do not scratch the lenses. However, if
covered with glass remains, they can scratch, although they will do it in the borderline of
material removal. Therefore, it is recommended to clean arm tips at the end of the
working day.

FIG.3

2nd process: Roughing step

Once measurement step has finished, the lens moves down over the roughing wheel,
following selected process (see Roughing selection). This operation removes the
excess of material, giving to the lens the required shape and size, so that selected bevel
can be made latter.

3rd process: Finishing step

Finishing step is the final step, in which selected bevel is made. In can be completed.
Finishing process is protected to assure that bevel will always stay inside the lens
thickness.

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4. DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

FIG.4

FIG.5

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5. WORKING MENU DESCRIPTION

A VGA colour screen displays all the information. Screen shows the lens shape and all
the necessary data for cycle programming. Six icons screens compose the working
menu. Every icon is associated to a key of the membrane keyboard. Next figure shows
the general form of a menu screen:
FIG.6

PROGRAMMING WINDOW: Permits a fast check of cycle selections.

JOB’S INFORMATION: Data as name of the form, type of bevel and the step of cycle
under process, are shown in this window.

ICONS OF THE WORKING MENU: They represent the functions assigned to the
adjacent keys. Icons change according to the screen.

INDICATOR OF SCREEN: Displays, in black, the number of the icons screen in which
the machine is located.

JOB’S SHAPE: Is the shape of the job under process.

BEVEL SIMULATION: Shows the bevel path, inside the lens thickness.

SIZE ADJUSTMENT: Based on the job’s real size, it adjusts the size, in millimetres.

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ICONS OF THE FIRST WORKING MENU SCREEN

JOB REQUEST

Gives access to the list of jobs.

SELECTION / ADJUSTMENT

It allows moving forward through the list of jobs

SELECTION / ADJUSTMENT

It allows moving backward through the list of jobs.

VALIDATION

Confirms the transmission of a selected job. Gives access to the

following working menu's screen. Pressing it during 2 seconds enters in
the special functions menu.

ICONS OF THE SECOND WORKING MENU SCREEN

MATERIAL SELECTION

Selects the material. There are three different materials: Mineral, CR39
and polycarbonate

SIZE ( + )

Increases the size of the form, based on the job’s real size.

SIZE ( - )

Decreases the size of the form, based on the job’s real size.

CHANGE OF SCREEN

Gives access to the next working menu's screen. Pressing it during 2

seconds returns to the previous screen.

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ICONS OF THE THIRD WORKING MENU SCREEN

BEVEL SELECTION

Selects the bevel program.

ROUGHING SELECTION

Selects the roughing program. There are 3 available options:

Rocking motion to size, Rocking motion to size+10 and continuos
rotation.

CHANGE OF SCREEN

Gives access to the next working menu’s screen. Pressing it during 2

seconds returns to the previous screen.

ICONS OF THE FOURTH WORKING MENU SCREEN (BEVEL PROGRAMS)

BEVEL SELECTION

Selects the bevel program.

Enables the manual and semiautomatic processes.

SELECTION / ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts the bevel positions in the programs needing it.

SELECTION / ADJUSTMENT

Adjusts the bevel positions in the programs needing it.

CHANGE OF SCREEN

Returns to the third working menu's screen.

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ICONS OF THE FIFTH WORKING MENU SCREEN (DURING THE CYCLE)

SEMI FUNCTION

During the cycle, it enables a semiautomatic stop.

DISPLACEMENT OF WHEELS

During the cycle, permits to displace the wheel to the right.

DISPLACEMENT OF WHEELS

During the cycle, permits to displace the wheel to the left.

ICONS OF THE SIXTH WORKING MENU SCREEN (END OF CYCLE)

JOB REQUEST

Gives access to the list of jobs.

RETOUCH

It allows a retouch of the last job completed.

SIZE ( + )

Increases the size of the form, based on the job’s real size.

SIZE ( - )

Decreases the size of the form, based on the job’s real size.

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6. WORKING CYCLE FLOW CHART

Diagram shows the working cycle of an OPTIMA edger. Measuring process is made
before starting roughing, so that it is possible to detect lens coverage errors before
starting the cycle.

CYCLE START ( START)

MEASURING
PROCESS

ROUGHING
PROCESS

FINISHING
PROCESS

END OF CYCLE

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7. OPERATION

Next follows description of a normal process in the OPTIMA edger. The machine is
considered in stand by, immediately after switch it on.

7.1. HOW TO REQUEST A JOB

To request a job from the list of pending jobs of COMBIMAX (as well as
Minibloc or Indoform CNC) proceed as follows:

1. Being in the first icons screen, press LIST. The first job of the list will
appear in the job’s information window.

2. Use → y  to move through the list of jobs.

3. Once the job’s reference is displayed, press ENTER to start

transmission.

4. Transmission ends when the shape of the selected job appears on

the screen. Then, second icons screen is shown.

NOTE: If there wasn’t any pending job in the list, “NO PENDING JOBS”
message will be shown on the screen

7.2. MATERIAL SELECTION

1. Being on the second icons screen, press

“Material selection” key until icon of desired
material appears. There are 3 options
available: MINERAL, CR39 y
POLYCARBONATE.

MINERAL CR39 POLICAR.

2. When selecting plastic materials, as CR-39 or Polycarbonate, icon

blinks, asking for confirmation.

3. With the material icon blinking, press ENTER to confirm the

selection. In case of mineral lenses, it is enough to select mineral icon, without any
confirmation.

NOTE: Pressing ENTER for about 2 seconds, returns to the first icons screen.

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 WARNING!
When selecting CR-39 or Polycarbonate, ENTER confirmation has to be
performed within 5 seconds. After 5 seconds or after touching any other key,
material returns to mineral.

7.3. CYCLE START

Now IT IS POSSIBLE to start the cycle, by simply pressing START

key.

The edger will perform an automatic bevel with a rocking+10

roughing type and a size adjustment of 0.0 mm.

If it was necessary to correct the size adjustment, just press + or – keys.

If necessary, it is possible to modify the roughing type and the bevel

program. To do it, press ENTER to go to the third icons screen, where
those parameters can be modified.

NOTE: Pressing ENTER for about 2 seconds, returns to the first icons
screen.

7.4. DURING THE CYCLE

Once the cycle has been started, a new group of icons permits to make
some changes immediately.

SEMI icons permits to enable a cycle’s semiautomatic stop. See “8.3

THE “SEMI” FUNCTION” for its operation.

Arrow’s icons permits to make side displacements of the wheels, during

the roughing, so that use of the roughing wheel can be improved.

If it was necessary to cancel the cycle, press the independent key

“STOP”. After pressing it, the machine stops and asks for confirmation,
before resuming initialisation. Press ENTER to confirm.

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7.5. AT THE END OF THE CYCLE

At the end of the cycle, the screen shows the sixth working menu. This menu gives
access to the following functions:

LIST. Pressing LIST, starts a new job, returning to the first screen.
Proceed as described in 7.1 and followings.

RETOUCH: At the end of the process, size may result slightly bigger. If
this occurs, it is possible to correct the difference by means of a retouch
process. For process operation see “8.5 THE RETOUCH PROCESS”

Keys +/-: Permit to modify the size of the lens to be retouched.

Key – (MENU): Pressing this key for about 2 seconds, machine goes to
the special functions menu.

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8. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Pressing ENTER in the second menu screen, gives access to the third screen, Bevel
program and roughing type can be changed in this last one.

Those selections are not essential to start the cycle. If they are not programmed, cycle
performs an automatic bevel with a reciprocating + 10 roughing process.

8.1. BEVEL PROGRAMS

Automatic Centred Proportional Front side. Flat

There are 5 types of bevel available: AUTOMATIC BEVEL, CENTRED

BEVEL, PROPORTIONAL BEVEL, FRONT SIDE BEVEL and FLAT
BEVEL

WORKING CONCEPT

The OPTIMA edger uses the concept of placing the bevel always inside the
lens thickness. Therefore, bevel never goes out of the external or internal
sides, in spite of the program and adjustment selected.

When the lens thickness is equal to or smaller than the bevel width, bevel is
automatically centred in the thickness of this zone.

To select a bevel program, press the key corresponding to the bevel icon, until the
chosen program appears. Additionally, an adjustment of the bevel position can be made
by following these steps

1. Press ENTER, to enter the fourth menu screen.

2. Adjust the bevel position by means of the → y  keys.

NOTE: Enabling SEMI function (see “8.3 THE SEMI FUNCTION”), all bevel programs
accept manual modifications(see “8.4 THE MANUAL BEVEL PROCESS). Flat bevel is
the only exception.

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8.1.1. AUTOMATIC BEVEL

Automatic process to place the bevel according to the base of

the lens in process.

It is a fully automatic process. It is not possible to modify the

predetermined bevel position. With the factory settings, it will perform a
30% proportional bevel, for plus lenses, or 20%, for minus lenses.

8.1.2. CENTRED BEVEL

In a standard cycle, this is an automatic process. It places the

bevel just in the middle of the lens

In SEMI mode, it is a programmable process. It allows making a

bevel, proportionally shifted from the centre.

The centred bevel is a fully automatic process.

▪ However, by means of the SEMI function, it is possible to program a proportional

shift of the centred bevel, to the external or internal side of the lens. To do it,
being in the third menu screen, press ENTER. Fourth screen will appear,
allowing to program the bevel.

▪ Press → y  to change bevel position. Position is shown in millimetres, taking as

a reference the thickest part of the lens. In the other parts, bevel is placed
proportionally, according to the displacement made in the thickest part.

Follows an example of screen data for this type of bevel.

[D]: 0.6 Where 0.6 is half the width, in millimetres, of the thickest part of the
lens.

0.6 0.6

Max: 1.2 This corresponds to the maximum value for an internal side
displacement. 0.0 is the maximum value for the external side.

D: 1.2 D: 0.0

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8.1.3. PROPORTIONAL BEVEL

Programmable process. It places the bevel between the external

and internal sides according to the selected proportion.

With this process, it is possible to place the bevel proportionally in the width of the lens.
Bevel is programmed as follows:
1. Press ENTER, to enter the fourth menu screen.
2. Adjust the bevel position by means of the → y  keys.

Proportion is expressed in percentage (%) of distribution between external and internal

sides. The adjustment is made in steps of 5%.
Programming examples:

▪ Programming to 0%, bevel will follow the front side curve and the bevel is placed
on the front side edge.
▪ Programming to 100%, bevel will follow the internal side curve and the bevel is
placed on the internal side edge.

8.1.4. FRONT SIDE BEVEL

Programmable process. It places the bevel parallel to the front

side with a selected shiftment.

It makes a bevel parallel to the front side of the lens.

Program it as follows:

1. Press ENTER, to enter the fourth menu screen.

2. Adjust the bevel position by means of the → y  keys.

Examples:

▪ Adjusting [d] value to 0.0: Bevel will follow the front side of the lens.
▪ Adjusting [d] to 1.0: Bevel will follow the front side but shifted 1mm to the
inside.
▪ Adjusting [d] to –0.3: Bevel will follow the front side but shifted 0.3mm to the
outside (*).

WARNING!
(*): Negative values are limited to 1.4mm. This corresponds to half the bevel
width. It is not permitted to move the bevel beyond its central edge.

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8.1.5. FLAT BEVEL

Automatic process. It makes a flat bevel in all the perimeter of

the lens.

This is a fully automatic process that performs a flat finishing in all the width and
perimeter of the lens.

8.2. ROUGHING TYPE SELECTION.

Being in the third menu screen, it is possible to

select among three different roughing processes:

▪ Reciprocating + 10
Reciprocating+10
▪ Reciprocating
▪ Continuous

Reciprocating + 10: (two turns process)

Reciprocating The lens makes contact with the roughing wheel in
a reciprocating motion and penetrates gradually.
Then, a progressive rotation of the lens starts,
always at a size of +10mm, until the end of the first
turn. Then comes a second turn, this time to the
Continuous real size. It is the default process.

Reciprocating: (One turn process)

The lens makes contact with the roughing wheel in a reciprocating motion and
penetrates gradually. Then, a progressive rotation of the lens starts, until the end of the
turn. It is the fastest process and the most aggressive. It is not recommended for
delicate or thin lenses.

Continuous: (Many turns process)

The lens makes contact with the roughing wheel, turning continuously, and keeps this
way until the exact shape and size are obtained. There isn’t any limitation in the number
of turns and it will depend on the cutting power of the wheel. Use it with delicate and
very thin lenses.

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8.3. THE “SEMI” FUNCTION

Allows a previous screen analysis of the bevel position in the

selected bevel process, offering the possibility to modify it or
change it by a more convenient one.

The SEMI function is associated to 4 of the bevel programs, with the only exception of
flat bevel.

It can be activated or deactivated in different steps of the working cycle:

a. Before cycle start:

Being in the third menu screen, keep the bevel program key pressed for about 2
seconds. SEMI function will be activated (or deactivated). The programming
window, will show the SEMI icon lighting on.

Starting the cycle with SEMI activated, edger will stop after the measuring step.
Screen shows the bevel, presented in the thickness of the lens, following the
path of the selected bevel program (See FIG 7)

b. During the measuring step:

Once the cycle starts, a SEMI icon appears in the icons group.. When pressing
the associated key, SEMI function activates (or deactivates). In the programming
window, SEMI icon lights on. Then edger stops after the measuring step. Screen
shows the bevel, displayed in the thickness of the lens, following the path of the
selected bevel program (See FIG 7)

c. During the roughing process:

Once the cycle starts, a SEMI icon appears in the icons group.. When pressing
the associated key, SEMI function activates (or deactivates). In the programming
window, SEMI icon lights on. Then edger stops after the roughing step. Screen
shows the bevel, displayed in the thickness of the lens, following the path of the
selected bevel program (See FIG 7)

With the SEMI function, it is possible to analyse or change the path of the previously
selected bevel, based on the screen’s graphic presentation of the simulated bevel path.

The icons group of bevel programs (fourth working menu's screen) appears right after a
SEMI stop. Then changing program and shifting its path by means of the arrows can
modify bevel.

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Press ENTER to see the bevel path in detail. This gives access to the
checking icons group:

ROTATION: turns the lens profile and see other areas of the bevel path.
One single touch makes a complete turn of the lens profile. Pressing
ROTATION repeatedly, causes the lens profile movement to stop and
start again.

+ y -: To place the portion in the desired analysis or modification areas.

ESC: allows returning to the bevel program’s group of icons.

NOTE: In Automatic bevel program: It is only possible to check the

bevel path or to change to another bevel program.

FIG.7

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8.4. THE MANUAL BEVEL PROCESS

In every of the bevel programs, except flat bevel, It is allowed to

make a manual adjustment of the bevel position in parts of the
perimeter presenting some defects during the measuring
process.

The MANUAL BEVEL process is complementary to any of the bevel programs, except
flat bevel.

This process is useful for some types of lenses presenting irregular surfaces
(“Executive“ lens type) or in case of lenses not covering some parts of the perimeter
(recovered lenses or new ones with size smaller than required).

WARNING!
This process cannot be activated directly by an icon key.

A. There is access to a manual process

• After a SEMI stop, pressing bevel key for about 2 seconds.

• When there is an area of the lens (with a portion smaller than 30º) not covering
the shape to be cut.
• When there is a sudden change in the external side of the lens surface (case of
“Executive“ type lenses).

B. There isn’t any access to a manual when:

• Too many parts of the lens are uncovered. In such a case, edger considers lens
size as insufficient. There is a limit of four points without lens coverage,
corresponding to two portions of the perimeter.
• There is an area of the lens (with a portion bigger than 30º) that is not covering
the shape to be cut.

In those last two cases screen will show the message “E1: Insufficient lens diameter”.

When detecting some anomalies in the measuring process, SEMI function is activated
automatically, stopping the process after the measuring step. The group of icons of
bevel programs appears.

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Then, MANUAL BEVEL process can be activated by pressing for about 2 seconds the
bevel programs key. The icon changes to MANUAL BEVEL. The screen shows the lens
shape with one or two radius, indicating the area in which an incidence has been found
during measuring step. To modify the bevel in a specific point, proceed as follows:

1. Being in the bevel programs screen and having the MANUAL BEVEL active,
press ENTER. The checking icons group will appear in the screen.
2. By means of ROTATION, + and –, place radius over the portion under check
(see “8.2 THE “SEMI” FUNCTION).
3. Press ESC and adjust bevel position with → y .
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 as many times as required.

Press START to resume the cycle.

WARNING!

This function allows programming of the bevel position, out of the lens
thickness. Therefore, a careless manipulation can damage the lens.

To avoid lens damages, please do not program strong side displacements in

reduced portions of the lens perimeter!

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8.5. THE RETOUCH PROCESS

This process allows a size retouch in a finished job.

Once a job has been finished, if size is bigger than expected, it is

possible to correct it, proceeding to a RETOUCH process, reducing the size to the ideal
for the final mounting.

To activate this process:

1. Press RETOUCH key, in the fifth menu screen. Lens profile and its bevel are
shown in the screen.
2. Adjust size by means of + y - keys.
3. Press START to begin the process.

Retouch processes are directly made in the finishing wheel.

NOTE: It is possible to repeat many consecutive retouches.

WARNING!

It is strongly recommended to avoid retouches bigger than 0.5mm in one

single or various consecutive processes. It may slightly modify the original
position of the bevel.

For a size retouch bigger than 0.5mm, it is better to repeat a complete

process with the size properly adjusted.

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9. TECHNICAL UTILITIES

The technical utilities give access to a group of functions

organised in two levels: Basic and advanced.

Pressing ENTER for about 2 seconds, gives access to the basic level of the technical
utilities. The screen shows a horizontal menu bar with the following technical functions:
Maintenance Calibration

To select, by means of the horizontal arrow keys, place cursor over desired function and
press ENTER. To leave or move one step back, press ESC

9.1. BASIC LEVEL

9.1.1 MAINTENANCE

Maintenance COUNTERS

Counters Shows total and partial counters. To reset partial

User warnings counter, press ENTER and then + or – key. Finally
Cleaning working area confirm with ENTER.
Wheel sharpening

USER WARNINGS

It allows individual activation of up to four warning messages.

Every warning message, except the Jaw change message, has an assigned
number of cycles before the message appears on the screen.
Message appears when the number of cycles reaches the assigned quantity.
Then, it will be necessary to perform the operation indicated in the warning
message.

To cancel the message, enter in this option again and confirm the message
reception. Otherwise, the warning message will keep on appearing at the end of
every new cycle.

Available warning messages are:

JAW CHANGE
WATER CHANGE
WHEEL SHARPENING
CALIBRATION

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 FIG.8

Jaw change: Enables the edger to show a warning message

suggesting a jaw change, if necessary. When this warning is
deactivated, screen will only show a small graphic over the
shape in process.

Water Change: Once the number of cycles programmed is achieved, the water
change message appears on the screen (useful only in installations with
recirculating water circuit).

Wheel’s sharpening: Once the number of cycles programmed is achieved, the

wheel’s sharpening message appears on the screen.

Calibration: Once the number of cycles programmed is achieved, a message

asking for an automatic calibration appears on the screen.

Operation:

NOTE: The white circle besides the warning informs about its state.

= Warning Deactivated = Warning activated

Once the option has been selected, press the vertical arrows to place the cursor
on the desired warning. Press ENTER and then + o - to activate or deactivate.
If the warning has been activated, press  to descend one row. If necessary,
modify the number of cycles before message appearance. Then press ENTER to
confirm.

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CLEANING WORKING AREA

It allows cleaning the working area. Use clean water and the brush supplied as
an accessory.

FIG.9

WHEEL SHARPENING

With this function, it is possible to sharpen the mineral roughing and bevel
wheels. This operation permits to improve time and cut condition of the wheels
when they are worn out after a certain number of cycles. It is an automatic
process using a sharpening stone with a controlled depth of sharpening. The
edger sharpens automatically all the width of the wheel.

There are 2 selectable processes, each one corresponding to a sharpening disk:

Sharpening of mineral roughing wheel and Sharpening of bevel wheel

FIG.10 Orange Green

Accessory Roughing Bevel

Disk Disk

Operation:

Once inside the function, use arrows to select the required sharpening process.
Then, press ENTER and + or - to modify the item.
Insert the accessory in the sharpening disk and place it in the driving shaft.
Adjust the depth of sharpening and press START.
Once the operation has finished, exit with ESC.

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 9.1.2. CALIBRATION

Calibration It is an automatic process that permits to perform a

complete wheels calibration.
Automatic
Accumulation of cycles wears the wheels, making the size
to become bigger. To compensate those differences, it is possible to perform an
automatic calibration, which will recover the right size.

This process can be requested by a user warning by activation of the

corresponding message.

Operation:

▪ Select “Automatic” option and press ENTER.

▪ Place calibration gage (see accessories box),,
fixing it in the lens shaft.
▪ Press START to initiate the process.
▪ Once process is finished, press ENTER to
confirm (or ESC to abort).
FIG.11

9.2 ADVANCED LEVEL

WARNING!
Functions of this level allow modification of parameters affecting to the
equipment functioning. Please, be extremely careful when using them, ,
avoiding problems due to a careless handling.

In case of doubts, please contact the authorised Technical Service!

To enter this level, being in the first menu screen, press ENTER during 2 seconds and
the basic level will be acceded. Then, press ESC for about another 2 seconds. A
password will be requested. Now enter the →,  ENTER and ESC. The screen shows
a horizontal menu bar with the following technical functions:

Programmation Adjustments Maintenance Calibration

To select, place cursor over desired function by means of the horizontal arrow keys.
Then press ENTER. To leave or move one step back, press ESC.

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9.2.1. PROGRAMMATION

With this function, it is possible to modify

Programmation
some parameters having a factory setting as,
for example, values of the automatic bevel
Finishing Configuration
for plus and minus lenses, or the flat bevel’s
finishing speed.

Automatic Bevel (+) Lens: This option permits programming of the proportional
distribution, between front and rear curves of the lens, used in the automatic bevel
when edging plus lenses. Select with ENTER. Program % with + and – keys.

Automatic Bevel (-) Lens: This option permits programming of the proportional
distribution, between front and rear curves of the lens, used in the automatic bevel
when edging minus lenses. Select with ENTER. Program % with + and – keys.

Flat Bevel Speed: This option permits to select the finishing speed in lenses with
flat bevel. It is possible to select between NORMAL and SLOW. Slow motion gives
a better finishing, but needs a longer time. Select with ENTER. Program speed
with + and – keys.

9.2.2. ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustments Adjustment options allow making a fine

adjustment of edging parameters, as for example
Lens size lens size, bevel position, difference of material
Wheels position removed in the bevel wheel, axis and depth of
Axis grooving, this last if the option is activated. To
Height diff. of wheels select place cursor, by means of the vertical
Grooving depth arrow keys, over desired option and press
ENTER. Adjust with + and - keys

LENS SIZE

This option permits to adjust lens size for the different materials and bevels. To
modify a value, place cursor over the desired parameter, press ENTER and then +
or -.

If lens size is too big, reduce parameter value. If lens size is too small, increase
parameter.

Values can be changed in steps of 0.05 millimetres.

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WHEELS POSITION

This option permits to adjust bevel position. To modify a value, place cursor over
the desired parameter, press ENTER and then + or -.

To shift bevel toward front side, increase parameter’s value. To move bevel toward
the inner side, reduce parameter’s value.

Values can be changed in steps of 0.1 millimetres.

AXIS

This option permits to adjust axis position. To modify a value, place cursor over
the desired parameter, press ENTER and then + or -.

Looking at the lens form its front side, increase the value to axis clockwise.
Reduce the value to turn it counter clockwise.

Values can be changed as follows:

Rough axis adjustment: Every unit corresponds to 0.6º

Fine axis adjustment: Every unit corresponds to 0.05º

HEIGHT DIFFERENCE OF WHEELS

This option permits to adjust, for every material, the amount of glass removed by
the bevel and polishing wheels (this last only if the option is included). This
parameter is set at factory. In normal conditions, it will not be necessary to modify
it. However, to modify a value, place cursor over the desired, press ENTER and
then + or -.

Increase value to increase amount of glass to be removed. Decrease value to

decrease amount of glass to be removed.

Values can be changed in steps of 0.1 millimetres.

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 9.2.3. MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Advanced level shows two additional maintenance

options: Material counters and Wheels totals. These
Counters two options give detailed information about the cycles
Material counters made on each wheel, with every material, etc. To
Wheels totals select place cursor, by means of the vertical arrow
User warnings keys, over desired option and press ENTER.
Cleaning working area
Wheel sharpening

MATERIAL COUNTERS

Allows displaying total and partial counters in every material. Partial counters can
be reset. To modify any field, place cursor over the desired parameter and press +
or –.

To reset a partial counter place cursor over its OK case, press ENTER and then +
or -. Then confirm with ENTER.

WHEELS TOTALS

Allows displaying total and partial counters in every wheel. Partial counters can be
reset. To modify any field place cursor over the desired parameter, press ENTER
and then + or -. Then confirm with ENTER.

To reset a partial counter place cursor over its OK case and press + o -. Then
confirm with ENTER.

9.2.4. CALIBRATION

Calibration To operate in these functions it is necessary to use

the calibration gage supplied in the accessories case
Touch probe (see FIG.11 and FIG. 15). All those functions have an
Wheels Sequential interactive guide that drives all along the process.
Wheels Independent Please, follow the indications shown in the screen.
Close pressure Select desired function, placing the cursor with the
Automatic vertical arrows and pressing ENTER.

WARNING!
Touch probe and Close pressure functions must be EXCLUSIVELY used with
the help of the authorised Technical Service. Never manipulate without
previous consult.

Wheels Sequential option is to be used every time a wheel is changed.

Wheels Independent option is to be used to confirm calibration of a specific

wheel.

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10. INTERACTIVE MESSAGES

The OPTIMA edger has a list of interactive messages that helps the user when some
wrong operations or selections are made. Messages shown on the screen are short and
clear, easy and fast to understand.

When a message appears on the screen, it can be cancelled by pressing any key,
unless the message itself indicates a specific key for cancellation.

List of interesting messages:

“ No job loaded “: there isn’t any shape loaded, therefore no shape is shown on the
screen, when pressing START to begin the cycle.

“** TOUCH PROBE ERROR **“: It appears when there are surfaces or lens contour
problems in the mapping process.

“ Lens jaw open “: the lens jaw is open and the lens is not blocked, when pressing
START to begin the cycle.

“ Busy line “: this message appears when, being several edgers connected to a single
Server (PC, COMBIMAX or Service Module), LIST key is pressed and there is another
edger already in communication with the said peripheral. Press any key and try again
when the line is free.

“ Executive lens detected. Confirm with ENTER “: This message appears when an
irregular jump is detected in the front side of the lens. If this happens, most probably
there will be an Executive lens. Therefore, the edger indicates it and asks for
confirmation. Confirm only if there is really an Executive lens. A special program
starts after confirmation, including a semiautomatic stop. Then Proceed as in a manual
bevel.

“ Place 19mm diameter jaw “: This message appears when the

loaded shape has parts with radii smaller than 13.5 mm. The
message can be enabled or disabled by activating or deactivating
the corresponding user’s warning. In addition, a graphic FIG.12
representation appears over the shape on the screen.

“ Pattern with radius less than 11mm”: This message appears

when the loaded shape has parts with radii smaller than 11 mm.
In this condition and due to the mechanical configuration of the
edger, radii cannot be reproduced. In addition, a graphic FIG.13
representation appears over the shape on the screen, indicating
that job cannot be made.

WARNING!
If a job generates this message, then it cannot be made.

If the message “Pattern with radius less than 11mm” appears, then cycle
cannot start and START key does not work.

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There is also an internal selfcheck to detect malfunction or failures. This selfcheck also
generates error messages, but in those cases, they are headed with an “E” and a code.

Those messages can be cancelled by pressing any key, but if the problem persists,
then the message will appear again when pressing “ START “.

List of error messages:

“ No communication with Server “: Server switched off. Communication cable

disconnected or defective. It can also be a failure.
.
“ E1: Lens diameter inadequate “: Lens does not cover the shape in too many points,
so it is impossible even to proceed to a manual bevel process. Lens cannot be made at
the required size. Lens diameter should be changed.

“ E8: Sharpening stone used up “: Sharpening disk diameter is too small. Sharpening
process disabled. Change sharpening disk by a new one.

“ E9: Not enough clamping pressure “: Clamping pressure cannot reached the
programmed value. Usually happens when there isn’t any lens clamped.

“ E11: Clamping control error “: Appears when there’s a sudden change of the
clamping pressure during the edging. The built-in protection system stops the cycle.
Start the cycle again to finish the job.

WARNING!

If one of those errors appears repeatedly, please contact the Technical

Service assigned to your area.

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11. MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL CARE

11.1. MAINTENANCE

• At the end of the day or shift, clean the working area and lens shafts with water and
a brush, eliminating glass remains from those parts. Leave the cover open and
switch off the main switch. Proceeding in this way internal moisture will be easily
evacuated.

• If there is a significant number of polycarbonate lenses, check the sink, at least

every 20 lenses and clean it, if necessary. At the end of the day, clean the sink
and the filter of the cooling unit.

• If the edger is going to be out of use for a long period of time, remove power cord
from the socket and protect with the dust cover.

• Never use organic solvents when cleaning the outside of the unit. Those solvents
may damage the surface.

WARNING!

• When using close water circuits, please change the water in the terms
recommended in the corresponding manual. A lack of care in this point may
affect to the proper functioning of the equipment or even damage it due to
the excess of glass remains contained in the water.
•
It is recommended to activate the change of water message and to program
the number of cycles associated, to avoid forgetting the operation (See 11.2
User warnings).

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11.2. CHANGE OF FUSES.

If one of the cooling pumps stops running, its fuse may be damaged.

FIG.14

Operation:

▪ Switch off the edger and remove the power cord.

▪ Turn the cap of the fuse holder counter clockwise, as shown in the cap itself.

▪ Remove damage fuse from its holder.

▪ Place a new fuse

▪ Close the cap of the fuse holder, turning it clockwise.

WARNING!

• DO NOT use fuses other than the specified:

T-2A 250V (size 5x20) for 230V~ version.
T-3A 250V (size 5x20) for 120V~ version.

• If the fuse/s blown out frequently, never manipulate inside the edger. Call
the Technical Service assigned to your area.

Note: If the inside of the edger is manipulated without express authorisation

of the authorised Technical Service, it may result in personal injury or
electrical shocks.

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12. ACCESSORIES

A case of accessories is supplied with the OPTIMA edger. This Case contains
accessories for work and service, spare parts and tools.

FIG.15

List of Accessories and its function:

1 Flat screwdriver: Tool for general service.

1 M2 Allen wrench with handle: Tool for general service.

1 indelible blue marker: Work accessory. For marking lens centre and axis.

1 Brush: Work accessory. For daily cleaning of working area.

1 Roughing sharpening disk: Work accessory. For roughing wheel sharpening.

1 Bevel sharpening disk: Work accessory. For bevel wheel sharpening.

2 Fuses 2A: Spare parts for the cooling pumps protection (only for 230V~version).

2 Fuses 3A: Spare parts for the cooling pumps protection (only for 120V~version).

1 Calibration disk: Service accessory. For wheels calibration and others.

1 M6 Allen wrench: Tool for general service.

1 Rubber ring: Spare part for the water nozzle.

1 23 chuck: Work accessory. This chuck is used in most of jobs.

1 19 chuck: Work accessory. This chuck is used only in specific cases.

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1 Rocking chuck: Work accessory. Used for blocking of prismatic lenses.

1 Sharpening disk holder: Service accessory for sharpening disks.

5 23 Leather rings: Spare part for the ring mounted on the 23 chuck.

5 19 Leather rings: Spare part for the ring mounted on the 19 chuck.

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13. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Wheels distribution:

Roughing wheel for glass lenses

Roughing wheel for all plastics
Universal bevel wheel (for all kind of bevels and materials)

Available programs and functions:

5 bevel programs (Auto, centred, proportional, front curve and flat).

Manual bevel function
SEMI function
Retouch function

Others:

High definition TFT B/W graphic screen

User’s interface “Windows” type
Connections for PC and bar code reader
Automatic calibration
Automatic wheels sharpening

Obtainable lens diameters:

Minimum: 22 mm (with bevel included)

Maximum: 90 mm

Water circuit

Inlet: Inlet for 8mm flexible hose

Drain: 50mm hose

Electrical characteristics:

Voltage: 220V / 50 Hz 110V /60 Hz

Power: 800W
Protections: Pump fuses: 2 fuses of 2Amp sized 5x20 (230V~ version)
2 fuses of 3Amp sized 5x20 (120V~ version)
Mains: Thermal breaker

Dimensions:

Size: 612mm (W) x 440mm(D) x 415mm(H)

Weight: 68Kg

Colour: White and brown

INDUSTRIAS DE OPTICA S.A. reserves the rights to make technical modifications in

the equipment or manual without previous warning.

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