Point: If cutter insertion is difcult
If the cutter catches on the solid collet and is dicult to insert, loosening the cutter holder makes insertion easier.
Note that inserting it forcibly may result in damage to the workpiece. After inserting the cutter, tighten the cutter
holder again.
Loosen the cutter holder
MEMO: When using a ø4.36 mm (0.17 in.) solid collet
Be careful to orient the cutter correctly. If insertion is dicult, try turning the cutter until it is smoothly inserted.
Cutter
Solid collet
Protrusion
Protrusion
Good Not Good
G
Secure the cutter in place.
Tighten the mounting screw for the cutter holder.
Cutter holder
Mounting screw
Hexagonal screwdriver
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