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| # Wipe down computer | | # Wipe down computer |
| # '''Leave the area cleaner than you found it''' | | # '''Leave the area cleaner than you found it''' |
| + | |
| + | === Creating A Job === |
| + | |
| + | # Start SheetCam |
| + | # Import a Drawing from the File menu. Remember that the origin is at the bottom left on Sheetcam, and the origin on the machine is back left. |
| + | # Click on Operation => Plasma Cut |
| + | # Unfortunately most settings can be changed by other users between jobs. Some that seem to work: |
| + | ** 130 ipm feed rate |
| + | ** Tool: T11: Plasma 12 Gauge (or whatever gauge you're cutting) |
| + | ** Note that Inside/Outside offset determines if you're trying to cut an inside edge or outside edge. |
| + | ** You may need to select a layer. |
| + | # Click OK and the path should be generated and display. |
| + | # To create a TAP file go to the P icon at top left. That's post-processing. |
| + | # It should save as type G-code/.tap. |
| + | |
| + | This is now a runnable job. |
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| === Running A Job === | | === Running A Job === |
| + | Look elsewhere for turning on the machine, filling the table, turning on the plasma cutter. |
| + | |
| + | # Start Mach3 CNC |
| + | # You should be able to move the gantry using the arrow keys to get into position. You MUST start your job over metal - it does an auto z-axis zero/home. |
| + | # If "Reset" is flashing, click it to reset the connection. |
| + | # Test the job without the plasma on if you want. |
| + | # Turn on plasma cutter and close curtain. |
| + | # Click Cycle Start (green). |
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| === Starting a job from a particular line of code (needs update)=== | | === Starting a job from a particular line of code (needs update)=== |