DOWNLOADABLE PDF INSTRUCTIONS See the CarveTight Installation Video to see the same process in a video.
Category: Maintenance and Repair Instructions
Re-calibrate Machine
DOWNLOADABLE PDF INSTRUCTIONS User Calibration Instructions (PDF) Calibrating the Machine Offsets The “Calibrate Offsets” function allows the user to fine tune the machine’s calibration settings for best tracking and measuring performance. There are three calibration settings that can be changed by the user: the X axis (in and out direction), the Y axis (side-to-side […]
Tightening the clear cover pins
Tightening the hinge pins on the clear cover to ensure good contact with the cover switches
Tensioning the Y belt
Tensioning the Y belt
Cleaning and lubricating the idler pulleys
Cleaning and lubricating the idler pulleys is an important part of your machine’s maintenance.
Lubricating the flexshaft
Check & Lubricate Flexshaft Core The Flexshaft temperature should never rise to the point where the sheath cannot be held by hand for an extended period of time. If the sheath ever becomes hot to the touch, immediately stop the machine and consult the Lubrication section below. If the heating persists after lubrication please contact […]
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 […]
Rotating the flexshaft pivot (tophat)
Over time the bearing that holds the flexshaft into the top of the z-truck can wear a divot in the end of the flexshaft. This can cause the flexshaft to vibrate and chatter more than it should. These quick steps will show you how to quickly resolve this issue
Replacing the Z motor pack
After several hundred hours of usage, the motors that control the machine’s motion can have parts of them wear out. These steps show how to replace the z-motor pack that controls the up and down motion of the machine. DOWNLOADABLE PDF INSTRUCTIONS Replacing the Z Motor Or Watch This Video
Replacing the Y Motor Pack
After several hundred hours of usage, the motors that control the machine’s motion can have parts of them wear out. These steps show how to replace the y-motor pack that controls the up and down motion of the machine. DOWNLOADABLE PDF INSTRUCTIONS Replacing the Y Motor