Woody's ShopBot Checklist!

Woody's ShopBot checklist

Start the computer if it's not already running

Do a quick walk around of the tool, just to look for obvious issues.

Make sure that each of the eStop switches are in the OFF position by rotating the red knob counter-clockwise...they'll pop out if they're ON  (show me)

Make sure key is turned to "Enabled"

Turn the Red switch on Control Box to ON position

Push the blue "Reset" button. You should hear a click and fans should start.   (show me)

Start ShopBot software by clicking the "ShopBot 3" icon on desktop  (show me)

After the ShopBot software starts, type "C3" in the Command Line box to zero X and Y axis.  (show me)

When done type "C4" to warm up the spindle.

Push the green "START" button when prompted  (show me)

Click OK on screen and file will start.  (show me)

Get a cup of coffee...this will take 12 minutes! While you're waiting this might be a good time to check dust collector bag and empty if needed.

If the bit needs to be changed:

Start Keypad by typing "SK" or clicking the keypad icon in the control panel (show me)
Move X and Y axis away from corner of table by using "Up" and "Right" arrows on keypad so that bits don't hit floor if dropped (show me)
Move Z-axis up enough to change bit using "Page Up" key.
Close KeyPad by hitting ESC key.
Change bit and tighten securely
Return wrench and turn key to "Enabled"

Put dust foot at correct height and tighten thumbscrew

Raise Z-axis if necessary for clerarance with "Page Up" key

Put sheet of material on table.

Find safe spots for clamps or screws.

If a part layout drawing exists, open and find safe spots to clamp material to table. (show me)
If a layout drawing doesn't exist, type "SP" to enter Preview mode and run file with "FP" command. When you're done type "SM" to go back to Cut mode. (show me)
Clamp or screw material securely to table

Test Z-zero plate by touching bit with plate and make sure that #1 input lights. Clip alligator clip to bit shank if necessary. (Watch video)

Put z-zero plate under bit and type "C2" to zero Z axis.

Start dust collector

Type "FP" and then select file to be run

Hit ENTER key until message box appears telling you to start spindle.   (show me)

Push green "START" button   (show me)

Click OK on screen and file will start.   (show me)