The process of setting a zero without a BitZero is very simple, but it is important to follow the steps in order. Until it's second nature, we recommend that you print this page out and keep it next to your machine.
The most important part of the process is to make sure that you do not change the tool unless prompted by Carbide Motion, or you press the "Load Tool" button.
Set a Zero
- Start the machine.
- Load your stock into the machine.
- Press Initialize.
- If you need to load another tool, press the "Load Tool" button. DO NOT change the tool after this unless you are explicitly prompted to do so.
- Press "Jog"
- Jog to the starting point you'd like to use. The tip of the tool should be touching the location of your zero.
- Set your zero.
- Exit jogging.
- Load your job.
- Run the job.
- Once the job is running, if you are prompted for a new tool, then it's safe to insert it.