split-lock washer, an M6 nut, the loop of the spring, and finally another M6 nut. This screw will
also engage the Z axis homing switch, so if you have homing switches you will tweak this position
in the slot later. This spring orientation is very important to make sure the spring folds out of the
way when your machine lifts Z all the way to the top.
Keep it at 10 o’clock.
Install the router or spindle mount that you have selected
now
. THE MOUNT SHOULD BE ON THE
FRONT SIDE OF THE PLATE. We recommend mounting into the bottom row of mount holes if
your mount gives you the option of mounting in the top or bottom row. Some mounts, such as
the 52mm spindle mount, use both the top and bottom rows to mount. Install only the mount
right now. Wait to install the router or spindle
until later. These assembly instructions do not
show a mount being installed.
Set aside the assembled Z Axis Bearing Plate
for now.
X AXIS STAGE ASSEMBLY
Let’s get started on the X Axis Assembly. You are
making some real progress here!
Locate the X Axis Bearing Plate. Use the
following diagram of the FRONT SIDE of the X
Axis Bearing Plate, to help you place the parts
and fasteners on the plate:
TAKE NOTE THAT THE LETTER LABELS HERE
HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH THE LETTER LABELS
OF THE BED DIAGRAM. If there is an (H) below, it
means that you will see the head of the bolt or
screw when looking at the X Axis Bearing plate in
this orientation. If there is a (T), it means that
the threaded side of the bolt will be pointing
towards you when looking at the X Axis Bearing
plate in this orientation. Be careful here, it’s easy
to install things on the wrong side if you aren’t
paying close attention.
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