Cleaning and lubrication of the corner posts and lead screws is essential to the machine’s operation. Be sure to check your head pressure and follow thee steps regularly.
Category: Cleaning
Cleaning and lubricating the idler pulleys
Cleaning and lubricating the idler pulleys is an important part of your machine’s maintenance.
Cleaning and lubricating the bitplate
When your bit plate is sticking, its most likely dirty. These quick steps will get it moving freely again.
Cleaning the Y and Z rails
The guide rods/rails upon which the cutting head assembly rides need to be kept free of cutting debris. They should be wiped or blown off before carving a project, and wiped occasionally with a thin coat of light oil for lubrication. If the rails are allowed to accumulate dust and debris, the machine will halt […]
Cleaning the Compression Rollers
The rollers that hold down the board have switches that alert the machine when a board is under them. If dust is preventing these switches from engaging, the machine will think there is no board. These easy steps show you how to keep them clean and clear to perform their task. DOWNLOADABLE PDF INSTRUCTIONS Checking […]
Checking and Cleaning the Board Sensor
The board sensor, located on the bottom of the z-truck, may get clogged with dust over time. Use these steps to check it and clean it, when necessary. We highly suggest a dust collection insert be added to your system. Choose one of these two.