Archive for the ‘Tips & Tricks’ Category
Monday, February 8th, 2010
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No ifs, no buts! Home the machine every day! You do so by bringing the cutting head in the bottom left corner of the table, and then right click on the Paths Start Home zero icon. Click on “Advanced” then on “Auto Home” and allow the machine to run its course. This will help the machine determine an absolute zero position from which all other homes and distances are measured.
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Wednesday, January 6th, 2010
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If the standoff distance between the mixing tube and the material being cut is too small, there is a possibility that water will shoot back into the abrasive tube, thus clogging your nozzle. A steady 0.06” standoff works best.
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Monday, December 14th, 2009
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Sometimes you just have to hit the Emergency Stop. However, when you try to power up your machine, you notice that it won’t move, nor will the pump start. What you must do in this scenario is make sure that you pull back the Emergency Stop button all the way before powering up the machine. And Voila! Now it works.
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Monday, November 30th, 2009
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It is a good idea to clean diamond jewels in an ultrasonic cleaner with vinegar solution. This will dislodge mineral buildup, resulting in an out of the box stream.
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Friday, November 13th, 2009
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The best way to clean out a clogged mixing tube is to install it upside down in the nozzle body and fire a short water-only burst. Then flip it back and start cutting. |
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
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Remember to rotate the mixing tube 90 degrees every morning. This way it will erode evenly, and not in an oval shape, helping you to maintain a consistent offset. |
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