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| # To save the inside cutout tool path, select Calculate and OK. | | # To save the inside cutout tool path, select Calculate and OK. |
| # Select "preview selected tool path" to ensure the path is correct. | | # Select "preview selected tool path" to ensure the path is correct. |
− | # Switch back to the 2D view and begin the process for cutting out your logo or design. This starts by holding down the shift key and selecting the items. | + | # Switch back to the 2D view and begin the process for cutting out your design. This starts by holding down the shift key and selecting the items. |
| # Select VCarve, and make sure the settings are correct. If you are satisfied, select Calculate and OK again. You can preview this part of the process as well. | | # Select VCarve, and make sure the settings are correct. If you are satisfied, select Calculate and OK again. You can preview this part of the process as well. |
| # Go back to the 2D view to begin the outside cutout process. | | # Go back to the 2D view to begin the outside cutout process. |
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| * Stay behind the safety line when operating the router. The router is very large and will not stop if you get in its way. | | * Stay behind the safety line when operating the router. The router is very large and will not stop if you get in its way. |
| * Materials need to be securely fastened to the table by vacuum or mechanical means. | | * Materials need to be securely fastened to the table by vacuum or mechanical means. |
| + | ** This includes material that could be made loose during the cutting process. Use tabs to secure such material. |
| * Never attempt to cut a hole the same diameter as the cuter with a down cut force cutter. This will compress the chips and can create a fire due to the air draw of the vacuum table. | | * Never attempt to cut a hole the same diameter as the cuter with a down cut force cutter. This will compress the chips and can create a fire due to the air draw of the vacuum table. |
| * Always wear ear protection when operating the CNC router. | | * Always wear ear protection when operating the CNC router. |