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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.
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# 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.
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# 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.
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** 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.