Genmitsu 3018-PRO User manual

V1.1 Sept 2020
USER MANUAL
Genmitsu CNC Router 3018-PRO

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Welcome
Disclaimer
Part 1 - Unboxing
Part 2 - Assembly
Part 3 - Software & Drivers
Part 4 - Getting Started
Part 5 - Offline Controller
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Contents

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Thank you for purchasing the Genmitsu 3018-PRO CNC Router from SainSmart.
Included in your package will be a Micro SD card. On the Micro SD Card, you will find:
● Assembly instruction videos
● PDF version of this manual
● Windows USB Driver
● GrblControl/Candle software for Windows
● Sample files
● Offline Controller control files
These files can also be downloaded from
SainSmart Online Resource Center
https://docs.sainsmart.com/3018pro
Before attempting to assembly the 3018 PRO, please watch the assembly video on the
Micro SD card that came with your machine. This will save time and avoid mistakes.
For technical support, please email us at [email protected].
Help and support is also available from our Facebook group.
(SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Users Group)
Welcome
Scan QR code
to join the group

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Before operating your Desktop CNC Machine, please read the manual. Failure to do so may lead to personal injury, poor results,
or damage to the CNC Machine. Anyone who operates the Desktop CNC machine should know and understand the contents of
this manual.
SainSmart cannot control the conditions in which you assemble your Genmitsu CNC machine or verify if it was done properly.
We do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, injuries, damage, or expense arising out of, or in any way
connected with the assembly, handling, storage, use, or disposal of the product.
The information in this manual is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness.
Please be careful when using your CNC machine. This machine is an electrical device with moving parts and
dangerous areas.
● Genmitsu CNC Machines are for Indoor Use Only.
● You must be 18 years or older to operate this machine, unless supervised by a knowledgeable adult familiar with the machine.
● Wear the proper Personal Protection Equipment (Safety Glasses etc.).
● Always place the CNC Machine on a stable surface.
● The SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Machine is supplied with Switchable Power Supply 230 VAC or 110VAC. Never use a different
power supply; it may cause malfunctions or damage to the machine.
● Ensure the Emergency stop button is easily accessible at all times.
● Never disassemble the Power Supply or Electrical Components. This will VOID the warranty.
● DO NOT TOUCH the machine spindle, or place any body part near the working area when the machine is operating. Serious
Injury may occur.
● DO NOT leave children unsupervised with the CNC Machine even when it’s not operating. Injury may occur.
● DO NOT leave the machine unattended while it's operating.
● Ensure your CNC Machine is in a well-ventilated area. Some Materials may discharge smoke or fumes during operation.
Disclaimer

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(2) Aluminum Profile
20 x 40 x 290 mm
(2) Aluminum Profile
20 x 20 x 360mm
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(2) Guide Rail
Y Axis, Ø10 x 290mm
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10 11
2
Lead Screw 365mm
67 8
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Aluminum Profile
300 x 180mm
(2) Guide Rail
X Axis, Ø10 x 360mm
Lead Screw 295mm Bakelite Resin Plate A
Bakelite Resin Plate B Bakelite Resin Plate C Bakelite Resin Plate D (2) Stepper motor
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Please make sure all the following parts are included. If you are missing any part or have any questions, please email us at
[email protected].
Part 1 - Unboxing

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(3) 4-Pin Motor Harness
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28 29
Spindle Motor Harness
24 25 26
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24V Power Supply Control Board &
Fan & Case
Spindle with ER11 installed
13 X-Z Axis Assembly 14 15 16
(4) Slider (10) Milling Cutter
(4) Plate Clamp Spiral Wire Wrap USB Disk with SD Card
(4) Allen Wrench
2.0mm,2.5mm,
3.0mm,4.0mm
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(4) Bolt M5 x 10
31 (34) Bolt M5 x 16 32 (8) Bolt M3 x 14 33
(2) Copper Nut
34 (16) T-Nut 20M5 35 (10) T-Nut 30M5 36
(2) Anti-Backlash Spring
37 (3) Coupling & Set Screw 38 Nut Seat 39

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Optional Accessories (Not Included)
Consider following optional upgrades or accessories to make your CNC experience better!
You can find them on www.sainsmart.com.
Save 10% with discount code 3018PRO10
5.5W Laser Module CNC Router Bits Essential Kit Resin Board for CNC
Engraving, 2-Pack
Acrylic Sheet for CNC,
180 x 100 x 5mm, 4-Pcs
Scan QR codes to learn more

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What you will need
Step 1 Base Installation
Part 2 - Assembly
(2) Aluminum Profile
20 x 40 x 290 mm
1(2) Guide Rail
Y Axis, Ø10 x 290mm
5 8 Bakelite Resin Plate A
9Bakelite Resin Plate B 15 (4) Slider (12) Bolt M5 x 16
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(2) Aluminum Profile
20 x 40 x 290 mm
1
(2) Guide Rail
Y Axis, Ø10 x 290mm
5
8
Bakelite
Resin
Plate A
9Bakelite Resin Plate B
Notes: Make sure this assembly is square
and that the sliders are installed on the
guide rails with the holes to the front and
rear of the base.
15 (4) Slider
(12) Bolt
M5 x 16
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What you will need
Step 2 Worktable Assembly
(10) Bolt M5 x 16
32 (4) Bolt M3 x 14 33 Copper Nut
34
(10) T-Nut 30M5
36 Anti-Backlash
Spring
37 Coupling
& Set Screw
38 Nut Seat 39
73Aluminum Profile
300 x 180mm Lead Screw 295mm Stepper motor
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3
Aluminum
Profile
300 x 180mm
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Stepper motor
12
Coupling
& Set Screw
38
(4) Bolt
M3 x 14
33
Lead
Screw
295mm
(10) Bolt
M5 x 16
32
(10) T-Nut
30M5
36

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Step 3 Base Assembly - Completed View
Top view

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Top view

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Step 4 Top Frame Assembly
STEP 1: Position the Bakelite Pillars with a spacing of 46.5mm between rear frame
piece and back of the pillar as shown in the Completed View on the next page.
Tip: When installing T-Nuts it helps to twist them onto the bolts a few turns keeping
them in place before placing into the Aluminum slot.
What you will need
10 Bakelite Resin Plate C (6) Bolt M5 x 16 32 (6) T-Nut 20M5 35
(6) T-Nut 20M5
35 (6) Bolt
M5 x 16
32
10
Bakelite Resin
Plate C

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Step 5 Completed View
Note: Back edge of Bakelite-C must be 90 degrees to the base.

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What you will need
Step 6 X-Z Axis Assembly Installation
(2) Aluminum Profile
20 x 20 x 360mm
2Lead Screw 365mm 64(2) Guide Rail
X Axis, Ø10 x 360mm
X-Z Axis Assembly
14 (4) Bolt M5 x 16 32 (4) Bolt M3 x 14 33
Copper Nut
34 Anti-Backlash Spring
37 Coupling & Set Screw 38
(2) Stepper motor
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Brass Nut
X-Z Axis
Assembly
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14
(4) Bolt M5 x 16
32
34
37
(2) Aluminum Profile
20 x 20 x 360mm
2
4
(2) Guide
Rail X Axis
Ø10 x 360mm
Lead Screw 365mm
6Stepper
motor
12
Coupling &
Set Screw
38
(4) Bolt M3 x 14
33

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What you will need
Step 7 Bakelite-D Installation
11 Bakelite Resin Plate D
(10) Bolt M5 x 16
32
(6) T-Nut 20M5
35
(10) Bolt
M5 x 16
32
35
(6) T-Nut
20M5
11 Bakelite Resin Plate D

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Step 8 Z - Axis Assembly
Step 1: Prepare the Z Axis Carriage and Leadscrew.
Compress the Anti-Backlash Spring into the Hole shown below.
Use the Copper Nut to slide into the spring and hold it into place.
While compressed, thread the Leadscrew through the assembly.
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