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Installation procedures differ for older and newer versions of Shapeoko XXL, XL, and 3. Models that shipped
prior to the addition of the Z-Plus (our latest X/Z-axis carriage) in late 2019 require an upgrade to the Carbide
Motion board, its enclosure cover, and the Y-axis right aluminum extrusion rail (Y2-rail).
Models that shipped with the Z-Plus as standard equipment are ready for BitRunner right out of the box
—
no
modifications needed. They come standard with an upgraded Carbide Motion board, enclosure cover, and a
Y2-rail that is tapped and ready to mount the BitRunner with the included hardware.
This guide will show you how to install BitRunner on both newer and older versions of the Shapeoko. If you
run into any problems along the way, please send us an email at
you back on track.
Install the BitRunner
Attach BitRunner to Y2-Rail: Newer Models With Z-Plus
The BitRunner attaches to the two M6 holes
on the outside of the Y2-rail, with the switch
and LED on TOP, and the power cords to the
REAR. See
Figure 2
.
1.
Use a 4mm hex key and the two (2)
provided M6x12mm button head cap
screws to secure the BitRunner to the
Y2-rail as described above and shown
in
Figure 2
.
New models include an upgraded Carbide
Motion board and enclosure. You can jump
directly to the Connect the Communications
Cable section for instructions on how to
connect the BitRunner to the Carbide Motion
board.
Attach BitRunner to Y2-Rail:
Older Models (Pre-Z-Plus)
Similar to the newer models, the BitRunner attaches to the outside of the Y2-rail with the switch and LED on
TOP, and the power cords to the REAR. See
Figure 2.
There are two methods for attaching the BitRunner to
the Y2-rail: taping or tapping. Choose the one that works best for you based on your comfort level and
experience.
Figure 2
