Startup and Initial Preparation
- Home your machine: Always run a Home All command immediately when you turn on the machine.
*** Match the tool: Ensure the tool number displayed on your controller screen matches the actual physical bit loaded in the spindle.**
*** Measure initial length: Measure your starting tool on the tool setter before probing the XYZ workpiece zero for your project.** [1, 2]
Performing Manual Tool Changes in a File
- Follow on-screen prompts: When running a G-code file with multiple tools, the machine will pause and prompt you when a tool change is required. [1, 2]
- Move to change location: The spindle will move to your designated Manual Tool Change position. [1, 2]
- Swap the bit: Remove the old bit and install the new tool requested by the controller. [1, 2]
- Resume the cycle: Press Cycle Start. The machine will automatically move to the tool setter to probe and calculate the new tool length offset, then return to the job and resume carving. [1, 2]