ShopBot D2418 - Table of Contents

Desktop Quick-Start Guide • September 13, 2016
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Table of Contents
In the Crate .............................................................................................................................................. 7
Main Parts of the ShopBot Desktop D2418 ............................................................................................9
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................10
Uncrating ...............................................................................................................................................10
Assemble Parts .....................................................................................................................................11
Install Dust Enclosure (Optional) ...........................................................................................................12
Load Software .......................................................................................................................................14
Computer Conguration ........................................................................................................................ 14
Connect Power ......................................................................................................................................15
Launch Software ...................................................................................................................................17
Move the Desktop Tool ........................................................................................................................18
The “Easy” Control Panel .............................................................................................................18
The Keypad ..................................................................................................................................18
Zero the X- and Y-Axes .........................................................................................................................21
Zero the Z-Axis ......................................................................................................................................22
Move to Home Position ......................................................................................................................... 24
Warm Up (Spindle Models Only) ...........................................................................................................25
Desktop Spindle RPM Settings .............................................................................................................26
Preparing to Cut ....................................................................................................................................27
Trim Deck and Rout Jig Holes ............................................................................................................... 28
Switch to ShopBot FULL .......................................................................................................................30
Surfacing the Deck ................................................................................................................................30
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................................................32
Resources .............................................................................................................................................33