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| Guide for CNC Carving

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Transform into a CNC Carver

Start CNC Carving

Prepare

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Before You Start

Get the Screwdriver Ready

Used Symbols

The screwdriver is dual-purpose. Change the blade as you need.

Caution TipsNotice

Ignoring this type of message might result in malfunction or damage of the machine.

Make sure that the highlighted part is facing the right way.

Details you should be aware of through-out the process.

Tips offer you convenient operations and additional options.

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Reposition the 3D Printing Module1

On the Touch Screen, go to Controls > Jog Mode > X+/Z+. Keep tapping X+/Z+ until the 3D Printing Module is moved to the

illustrated position.

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Power Off the Machine and Unplug the Power Adapter2

OFF

DO NOT TOUCHHigh Temperature

CAUTION

Caution

If you just finished 3D printing, wait about 5 minutes for the 3D Printing Module and Heated Bed to cool off after the machine is powered off.

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Unplug the Heated Bed Cable and Detach the Heated Bed from the Y Axis3

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Attach the Engraving & Carving Platform.4

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Unplug the Module Cable and Detach the 3D Printing Module from the X Axis5

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Attach the CNC Carving Module to the X Axis and Plug in the Module Cable6

The installation position of the srews must be the same as illustrated.

Notice

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Screen

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Power

(RJ 45)

Make Sure the Cables are Connected Correctly

Caution

Do NOT connect or disconnect the cables or USB when the machine is powered on.

!Make sure all the cables are correctly and properly connected as illustrated before you power on the machine.

You can also connect the cables according to the provided card.

Notice

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Prepare Start

Improperly operating the Snapmaker can cause injury. It’s recommended that experienced users perform the following actions. Keep a safe distance from the machine when it’s carving.

For more safety information, please visit manual.snapmaker.com/cnc_carving.

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Place the Material1

Put the material you want to carve on the platform.

Caution!

If you need to cut through the material, a spoilboard must be put under the material. If no spoilboard is used, the CNC bit and the Engraving & Carving Platform will be damage.

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Immobilize the Material2

Use the fixtures to immobilize the material.

Caution!

Make sure the fixtures don’t impede the movement of the linear modules.

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Download the Software3

Download the software from our official website:

snapmaker.com/download

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Connect to the Computer4

Connect the computer to the machine using the provided USB Cable.

Connect the power adapter and power on the machine.

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2 Tighten the screw.

Attach the CNC bit (with the cap) as you need.

Attach the CNC Bit5

Caution

The CNC bits are sharp. Please handle them carefully and keep them out of reach of children.

Turn the screw as tight as possible.

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Tips

The Flat End Mill is usually used for cutting materials, while the Carving V-bit is usually used for engraving.

3 Take away the cap.

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Start

We only provide a general description of the setup procedure in this guide. Please refer to the online manual for details: manual.snapmaker.com/cnc_carving/

Set Work Origin

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Generate G-code Choose a Way to Carve

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1 Generate G-code

Generate G-code of the file you want carve using Fusion 360.

For more information, please visit:manual.snapmaker.com/cnc_carving/generate_g-code_using_fusion_360.html

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Caution

Make sure you wear the CNC Safety Glasses before setting work origin.

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2 Set Work Origin

Use these buttons to set work origin.

Tips

You can also use the Calibration Card to calibrate.

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Option 2 Using the USB Disk

(No need to connect your computer to the machine.)

Option 1 Using the Computer

(The computer must be connected to the machine throughout the process.)

3 Choose a Way to Carve

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Besides this guide, there is also a User Manual available on our website: snapmaker.com/documentFind the answers in our FAQ page if you run into any problem during assembly: faq.snapmaker.comShare anything you want with other Snapmaker users at our forum: forum.snapmaker.com

Any news from you is good news for us. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here for you whenever you need general information, technical support or have any sales inquiries. General [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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Grace Hopper said, “A ship in port is safe, but that’s not what ships are built for.”

So, use the Snapmaker more often and create more!

To use the 3D printer or laser engraver, please read the corresponding guide.

Part No.: FA003 V1.0.1