Desktop Quick Start Guide • October 6, 2017
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Maintenance
The ShopBot Desktop doesn’t require a lot of maintenance. The table below covers general mainte-
nance.
Item/Duration
Maintenance
Motor Screws
Wipe screws with a clean dry cloth.
DO NOT USE
any kind of lube or solvent-based
cleaner on the Teflon coated screws. Doing so
could cause the Teflon to flake off.
Rails
Wipe them with a clean, dry rag,
Apply a light coat of a machine oil. Wipe off ex-
cess oil as too much will attract dust.
After every 40 hours of use
Check for loose screws and parts.
On an as needed basis
Remove the clear plastic enclosure from the back
of the machine and gently blow out any dust
that has accumulated in the control area.
This is
especially true
if cutting aluminum.
On an as needed basis (approx. every six
months)
Wipe clean collets, collet nuts and collet end of
arbor. Apply a light coat of machine oil with an oil
dampened rag (not soaked or dripping) to keep
from rust.
NOTE:
Damage or wear due to misuse or an ac-
cident will require additional attention depending
on the problem.
Transportation
The Desktop doesn’t require any special considerations when moving or transporting the tool. Again,
the tool can weigh 150-190 lbs. Ensure at least one additional person helps to carry or move the tool.
DO NOT quickly or forcefully move the gantry, as a charge can build in the motors and discharge
through the control board. If possible, secure the gantry during transport.
After transporting, you will need to perform the Tool Movement and Axis Zeroing procedures described
earlier in this document.
