Craftsman CompuCarve 133.217540 Manuel de l'opérateur Page 1

Operator’s Manual CompuCarve™ System Model Number: 133.217540 Please save this manual for future reference. CAUT

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 9Unpacking the CompuCarve Machine Items included with the CompuCarve System A) Com

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 10 Unpacking and Setting Up the CompuCarve System 1. Remove the top packaging foa

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 11 6. Prepare cutting bits: The 1/16” Tapered carving Bit and the 1/8” Cutting

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 12Hardware Features The key features of the CompuCarve multi-purpose tool and their

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 13Board Edge Sensor Top Compression Rollers HARDWARE FEATURES (cont.)

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 14HARDWARE FEATURES (cont.) FIGURE 13:

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 15Operation Using the CompuCarve System Before the CompuCarve can begin to functi

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 16Navigating the Menus Via the Keypad and LCD For input and display of information

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 17Keypad Data Entry When a menu option asks for numerical data, such as length or d

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 18WARNING: From the standpoint of safety, machine longevity, and output quality, it

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 i Introduction The CompuCarve™ System, with its computer-controlled 3D carving and

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 19 If there is a significant crown to the board, place the highest point of the crow

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 20Measuring a Board The Measure Board function allows the user to measure the width

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 21 Carving a Project A project is a set of related design elements (patterns or fig

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 22Inserting a Board Proper installation of the workpiece is critical to the perform

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 23 6. At this point it is critical to assure that the work

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 24Locking Lever In Locked Position (Out Position) The clutch is intended to load the

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 25Workpiece Preparation Before carving can begin a number of menu prompts and machi

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 26If possible, measure the workpiece to carve before starting the project layout in

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 27Jogging the Cutting Truck As described above, the machine offers several options

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 28When Auto-Jig is selected, the machine will prompt for a workpiece that is slightl

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 ii Table of Contents INTRODUCTION...

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 29Bit Adapter Assembly The CompuCarve utilizes a patented quick release chuck syst

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 30Proper Bit Installation Into the Bit Adapter 1/2" Adapter Style – Assemble

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 31CarveWright Approved Bits A B C D E

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 32Cocking the Quick Release Chuck The quick release chuck must be cocked in order t

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 33LiftSlideBit Assembly Removal To remove a bit quickly, a thumb should be placed on

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 34Care and Maintenance The CompuCarve is a precision machine tool. With proper car

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 35o The patented quick release chuck’s operation can be affected by rust. Surface r

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 36General Tips and Helpful Reminders MAXIMUM CUT DEPTH for any operation is 1.0 inc

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 37 WHEN CARVING IN PLASTIC, there are several issues to keep in mind. Carving plast

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 38 BEFORE STARTING, note the orientation of the project as viewed on the computer sc

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 3Specifications Package Size……………………………………… ….28.5” Long x 20.25” Wide x 18” Deep

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 39Board Edge Sensor Top Compression Rollers Troubleshooting WARNING: Always unplug

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 40 • Troubleshooting the Board Sensor If the board sensor error cannot be resolved

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 41 • Calibrating Machine Offsets: The "Calibrate Offsets" function is a

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 42HeadTop Compression Rollers Checking the head pressure is ver

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 43• Please Check Board Errors: This prompt is shown when the board-tracking sensor

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 44Checking The Machine’s Onboard Sensors The status of each of the machine’s onboar

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 45Z Position State – Numerical Value (0.000) The Z position sensor monitors the rela

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 4Safety CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions befo

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 5• DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power tools near gasoline or ot

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 6• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. When the machine is running, never reach und

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 7To reduce exposure to these chemicals: • Work in a well ventilated area • Work wi

Sears, Roebuck and Co. CompuCarve™ System (Rev 1.18) 04/23/07 8Glossary Bevel Cut - A cut made across a workpiece that results in an angle other