Getting Started 25
Using the chip removal system
Use the chip removal system when cutting plastic, foam, and wood. Disconnect the chip
removal system when pen plotting, scribing, or cutting metals such as aluminum or brass.
The chip removal system includes a pressure foot to hold the workpiece flat against the table to
prevent the workpiece from lifting during cutting. The pressure foot also makes cutting safer by
preventing chips and small pieces of material from being thrown during cutting.
WARNING: Do not use the chip removal system when cutting metal or with the
Mist Coolant Option. Wet metal chips vacuumed into the chip removal system are
an explosion hazard, especially when combined with coolant.
The Sabre chip removal system hose contains a ground strap cable, which protects the Sabre
from static discharges that can interrupt operation. This ground strap must be installed prior to
first use.
CAUTION: The ground strap cable must be properly installed in order to discharge
built-up static electricity which could affect the operation of the system.
To install the ground strap
One end of the ground strap cable is already connected to the interior of the vacuum hose.
Continue with the following eight steps:
1
Lead the ground strap cable (the part that extends from the end of the vacuum hose) to
the electrical box, making sure that there is ample slack on the strap to comfortably
connect it. Do not connect it at this time.
2
Insert the end of the ground strap cable into the hose supplied with the vacuum.
3
Pull the ground strap cable through the hose and connect the hose to the hose
provided on the Sabre.
4
Pull all the slack length of the ground strap through the hole into the top of the
vacuum and into the canister. Connect the other end of the hose to the vacuum.
5
Bring the end of the ground strap cable back out of the canister, leaving about two or
three feet of the cable coiled inside the canister. Replace the top of the vacuum as
shown and connect the hose.
6
Remove the nut and star washer assembly from the ground stud on the back of the
electrical cabinet.
7
Put the ring lug of the ground strap cable on the ground stud and attach it with the
star washer and nut.
8
Tighten the screw securely to ensure a reliable connection.
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