Carbide3D SHAPEOKO XXL, Assembly Manual

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Machine Operating Checklist
1. Be Safe
Always follow the safety guidelines listed on the previous page. Always wear appropriate safety equipment, especially
safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, and respiratory protection.
2. Check the Machine
Check that all bolts and set screws are tight, v-rails are in good condition with no nicks or other damage, belts are tight
and in good shape, wiring is in good condition with continuity and securely fastened, and that nothing is frayed or
broken and everything is clear and safe.
3. Secure the Workpiece
Secure the workpiece (the material being milled) right-side up and in the desired orientation to the worksurface using
a technique appropriate to the material. After securing the workpiece, be certain that the machine is still able to move.
4. Mount the Router
Mount an appropriate compact router; ensure that it is vertical, square to the machine, and well-secured.
5. Examine the End Mill
Examine each end mill prior to use to ensure that it is sharp, in good condition, and not chipped (this is best done with
a loupe or magnifying glass). Install the end mill per the compact router manufacturer’s directions so that i t projects at
least as much as the deepest intended cutting depth. Check to make certain that the collet is tight and will not work
loose during operation (it needs to be more than finger-tight
— the machine will take no notice or care if it works
loose).
6. Clear the Work Area
Ensure the work area is clear and all cables run without interference. Most importantly, check that there is nothing
beneath the rails which might interfere with the movement of the carriages.
7. Connect to a Computer
To connect the Shapeoko XXL to a computer:
a. Power up the computer.
b. Connect the USB cable to your computer.
c. Start Carbide Motion 5 on your computer.
d. Turn the Shapeoko XXL on by flipping the in-line rocker switch on the power supply cord to the ON
position. Once powered on, you will be able to see a steady blue LED light on the controller unit.
e. Open the connection to the machine (it should connect and afford one control).
f. If necessary, home the cutting tool to the proper place in relation to the workpiece.
PRO TIP: The belts can be difficult to inspect because they are assembled “teeth - down” along the extrusion
rails. Use a mirror to examine the underside of the belts while moving the machine along its full range of
movement.
NOTE: It is especially important to check the machine after a crash, a failed cut, or a cut that induces chatter
or excessive vibration.