Onefinity X-20 Owner's manual

Installation and Operation Instructions

X-20 Heavy Duty Slider

General Notes 3

Safety Rules 4-9

Description 10

Anatomy of the Z-20 Heavy Duty Slider 11

Specications 12

Installation Instructions 13-14

Adjusting the Setting 15

Using Suckit Arm Spacers 16

Onenity Warranty Policy 17-18

Notes 19

Contents

This manual serves to familiarize you with your Onenity CNC machine and provide all neces-

sary information required to operate the machine safely and professionally.

This manual is applicable for the Onenity Woodworker and Onenity Journeyman, hereafter

referred to as Onenity.

Please completely read this manual before the rst commissioning of your machine.

In order to minimize the risks of injury and/or material damages, please only commission the

machine and the corresponding control when you are sure that you have completely

understood these instructions!

Please contact us for any further questions. Please nd our contact info on page 20 of these

instructions.

Please always keep these instructions nearby the machine. You should always have them

readily available when you want to look up something.

Please only use this machine according to its intended use.

We cannot be held liable for persons or material damages which are caused by using the

machine other than the intended use, handling which does not comply with the common use

of a CNC machine or if safety regulations are not obeyed

In case of improper maintenance (refer to page 18) and/or wrong operation of the individual

components your warranty claims are omitted.

We reserve the right to perform future technical enhancements on the machine and its com-

ponents.

General Notes

General Instructions:

These operating instructions explain the Onenity and the correct handling of the CNC sys-

tem. Please read these operating instructions and accompanying documents in their entirety

before commissioning of the system in order to become familiar with the characteristics and

the operation of the product. The improper operation of the CNC gantry milling system can

lead to damage to the product and property and can cause serious injuries, electric shock

and / or re. It is imperative to adhere to the safety instructions listed in these operating in-

structions at all times. Should you have any questions or concerns prior to initial use of the

CNC system or the need for further information, do not hesitate to contact us prior to the

commissioning of the CNC system.

Safety Instructions and Protective Measures:

(General Safety Warnings for the Use of Power Tools )

Work Area Safety

NOTICE: Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

Caution: Do not operate the power tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the

presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may

ignite the dust or fumes.

NOTICE: Keep children and bystanders at a distance while operating a power tool. Distrac-

tions can cause you to lose control and can result in accidents.

Caution: Operate the Onenity only in interior spaces on a solid, horizontal table or

workbench.

Electrical Safety:

Warning: Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any

way. Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools. Unmodied plugs

and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric defects and malfunctions.

Warning: Do not expose power tools to moisture. The power tool is only suitable for

indoor use. Water entering a laser tool will increase the risk of electric shocks.

Safety Rules

Personal Safety:

Caution: Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat-

ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired and/or under the inu-

ence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating a

power tool may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE : All persons who operate the power tool must have read and fully understood all

relevant safety and operating instructions. Misunderstanding may result in personal injury.

Caution: Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protec-

tive equipment, such as a suitable dust mask or ear protection, reduces the risk of

injuries.

NOTICE: Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pin your hair above your

shoulders so that it cannot get caught in the Ball Screws and linear guides or moving parts.

Caution: This tool is controlled by a computer. During operation, it cannot be con-

trolled directly. Lack of caution or expertise as well as program errors can lead to un-

expected movements.

Caution: Do not touch the insertion tools or motors as they can heat up signicantly

during operation.

Caution: Never place any parts of the tool or accessories in the mouth as this can

lead to serious injuries.

Protective Measures:

The Onenity has been constructed for advanced users and is only to be operated by techni-

cally skilled persons above the age of 16. The CNC gantry milling system as well as associated

tools, small parts and electrical components are to be stored outside the reach of children.

The operator is solely responsible for understanding and reading the machine user guide and

all relevant operating instructions in their entirety. These documents should always be stor-

age in immediate vicinity of the machine. The manufacturer`s instructions concerning the

CNC machine and the tools, such as the milling spindle, are to be adhered to. The CNC gantry

milling system is only to be used in a technically perfect condition which is to be ensured prior

to each operation. The emergency switch as well as, if applicable, additional safety devices,

always need to be easily accessible and fully functional. The use of liquids with the machine,

such as the application of a coolant pump, is prohibited as it can damage the electronics. The

use of lubrication systems is allowed. Please take into consideration that in this case the MDF

machine table is not used as its MDF panels can swell and, thus, be destroyed.

Safety Rules

Use of the Power Tool:

Caution: Do not alter or misuse the tool. Any alteration or modication is a misuse

and may result in serious personal injury.

Caution: Disconnect the plug from the power source before you make any adjust-

ments, change accessories, or store the tool. Such preventative safety measures re-

duce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

Caution: Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons

unfamiliar with the laser tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

NOTICE: Use the power tools, accessories etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking

into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for

operations dierent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation with high proba-

bility of supercial injury.

NOTICE: Do not reach into the area of the rotating insertion tools. The proximity of the rotat-

ing tools to your hand may not always be obvious.

NOTICE: Never use dull or damaged insertion tools. Sharp bits must be handled with care.

Damaged bits can snap during use. Dull bits require more force to cut the tool, possibly causing

the bit to break.

NOTICE: The speed and feed of the bit when carving, routing or cutting is very important. Al-

ways observe the recommended speed and feed for the particular bit.

Caution: If the workpiece or bit becomes jammed or bogged down, turn the power

tool "OFF" by the switch. Wait for all moving parts to stop and unplug the tool, then

free the jammed material. If the switch to the tool is left "ON", the tool could restart

unexpectedly causing serious personal injury.

NOTICE: Do not leave a running tool unattended, turn power o. Only when tool comes to a

complete stop and is disconnected from the mains it is safe.

Caution: Do not touch the bit or collet after use. After usage bit and collet are too hot

to be touched with bare hands.

NOTICE: Do not allow familiarity gained from frequent use become commonplace. Always re-

member that a careless fraction of a second is sucient to inict severe injury.

Caution: When using the end mills, V-bits or cutters, always have the workpiece se-

curely clamped. Never attempt to hold the workpiece with your hands while using any

accessories. These tools can jam easily in the material, and can kickback, causing loss

of control resulting in serious injury.

Safety Rules

Care of the Power Tool:

NOTICE: Maintain the tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of

parts and any other conditions that may aect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have

the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power

tools.

Additional Safety Instructions

Caution: Depending on the application eld of the machine (private or commercial),

observe the applicable occupational safety and health, safety and accident preven-

tion and environmental regulations.

Caution: Some dust created by cutting, milling or other construction activities con-

tains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from nonferrous metals with lead con-

tent, carbonate from carbon ber, arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from exposures to these varies, depending on how often you perform this type of

work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated area, and work

with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to l-

ter out microscopic particles.

Safely dispose of milling debris — recycle or safely dispose of milling debris and dust, keeping

in mind ammability, (potential) spontaneous combustion, and chemical considerations.

Even natural materials can have surprising implications for disposing of them, e.g., walnut

wood dust is aleopathic (inhibits plant growth) and an irritant to the skin and breathing tract

and potentially poisonous to some animals in addition to the typical spontaneous combus-

tion hazard which sawdust poses.

Personal Protective Equipment:

When working with the CNC gantry system, the operator has to wear at least the following

personal protective equipment and has to be compliant with the below-mentioned safety as-

pects: - Safety googles for protecting the eyes against ying chips etc. - Ear protection for

protecting the ears against sound and noise. - No wearing of clothes which can get caught in

the machine, such as ties, scarves, wide sleeves etc. Additionally, jewelry and especially long

necklaces and rings are to be dispensed with. - Shoulder-length or longer hair is to be secured

with a hairnet or a hat to prevent it from getting caught in the linear guides and / or rotating

tools. Prior to all adjustments to the machine, its control or system-guided tools, such as the

Milling Motor, the Drag Knife or the Hot Wire Cutter, the plug is to be disconnected from the

power source. Never hold the workpiece to be processed with your hands. It is mandatory

that the workpiece is securely xed on the machine table. Otherwise there exists a high risk

of injuries!

Safety Rules

Emergency Stop Switch :

The emergency stop is located on the top of the Controller housing. In order to be able to inter-

vene at all times, the emergency stop has to be positioned in a suitable place.

By pressing the emergency stop switch, the emergency stop is triggered. The control is inter-

rupted. Additionally, the control software receives the signal to stop the operating process. The

machine stops immediately.

ATTENTION! The emergency stop switch can only eect the stop of all components if these

components are electronically connected with the emergency stop switch.

If you want to use a system-guided tool, such as a milling and drilling motor, that features a sep-

arate ON / OFF switch and that is NOT controlled via the PC, you have to make sure that it is ex-

pertly connected with the emergency stop switch. If you do not comply with these require-

ments, the system-guided tool will continue to run although you have activated the emergency

stop switch leading to a high risk of personal injury and damage to property! If you have any

questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Residual Risk:

Despite all safety precautions against the contact with rotating or hot tools and the protection

from crushes, a residual risk remains due to a careless handling and automatic movements of

the CNC system.

Safety Rules

Read the following carefully before operating the machine.

1. Keep the working area clean and ensure adequate lighting is available.

2. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, necklaces or ornaments.

3. Do wear face, eye, respiratory and body protection devices as indicated for the operation

or environment.

4. Ensure that the power is disconnected from the machine before tools are serviced or any

attachment is to be tted or removed.

5. Never leave the machine with the power on.

6. Do not use dull, gummy or cracked cutting tools.

7. Ensure that the keys and adjusting wrenches have been removed and all the nuts and

bolts are secured.

8. Hearing protection — ear plugs or mus, for long jobs doubling up on ear plugs or mus

may be desirable. Hearing damage is cumulative and irreversible, so one should err on the

side of caution

9. Use care when handling endmills, both to avoid being cut, and to avoid damaging them.

Handling them with suitable gloves, or using a cloth to avoid contaminating them is recom-

mended. Inspect them carefully before each use and ensure that they are securely held by the

collet.

10. Never leave the machine running unattended/unsupervised.

11. Always inform someone before operating the machine and check in with them after suc-

cessfully completing work.

Workspace:

The workspace needs to provide enough space around the Onenity CNC for the machine to

work comfortably and to be able to fully use its traveling paths. Additionally, a safe distance

to possibly nearby positioned machines is to be maintained. The location of the machine as

well as the workplace surrounding the machine has to be suciently illuminated.

As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation and use of your

machine. Using it with caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. How-

ever, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator

may result. If you have any questions relating to the installation and operation, do not use the

equipment until you have contacted your supplying distributor.

Safety Rules

The Onenity is a multifunctional CNC gantry milling system for the permanent and regular

processing of wood, plastics and non-ferrous metals.

Thanks to the innovative design, how and where you carve is limitless! Feel like carving

an intricate inlay into your dining table, no problem? Have a small shop where space

is limited, Onenity has been design to be quickly dismantled and stored!

With Fast Travel Precision Ball Screws, gone are the stretchy belts and high mainte-

nance Lead Screws found on similarly priced machines. Hardened Steel Hollow Linear

Motion Shafts means no more plastic wheels that require frequent adjustment and a

powerful CNC controller with built in CAM software and HD Touch Display allows for opera-

tion without a computer!

The machine has three axes which are oset by 90°. This way, it is possible to travel to any

point within the working space. Each axis is equipped with up to two stepper motors and stall

homing. The stepper motors drive the movable axes elements via precision ball screws. The

position of the axis is determined during the reference run (homing cycles), at the beginning

of the job, with the aid of the stall homing. The machine table may consist of any solid at

surface big enough to mount the Rails and Controller. The Onenity consists of the following,

sometimes optional, components: - Onenity Journeyman, Woodworker or Machinist; - elec-

tronic control unit in a separate aluminum housing, Z-Slider, Wire harness and Hardware.

Description

Anatomy of the Z-20 Heavy Duty Slider

High Load

Linear Bearings

Spindle Mount

High Torque

NEMA 23 Motors

Chrome Plated, Hardened Steel

Linear Shas

Precision, Fast Travel

Ball Screws

Ball Screw

Coupler

Suckit Dust Boot

Mount

Ball Screw

Nut

Rapid Rate:

300 inches/min (accel 750 km/min2)

Cutting distance:

6 - 1/4 inches

Dimensions (see diagram):

A: 9 - 5/8 inches

B: 3- 1/8 inches

C: 7/8 inches

Specifications:

16mm Ball Screws

20mm Chrome plated, hardened steel linear shafts

Motor 3 - New Settings:

Max-Velocity = 7

Travel per rev = 10

Min-soft-limit = -163

Specications and Features

The following instructions detail how to assemble the Z-20 Heavy Duty Slicer onto the X-50

Rail Assembly. The Manual can be found on our website at: www.onenitycnc.com/support

Please read these entire instructions carefully. If you have any problems or do not understand

these instructions please contact us at: support@onenitycnc.com for further assistance. For

step-by-step instructional and how-to videos please visit our YouTube page at:

https://www.youtube.com/onenitycnc.

Note: It is highly recommended that you view all of our assembly videos prior to attempting to

assemble your Onenity machine & accessories.

Step 1: Start by disconnecting the Z-motor cable connector. Once the motor is disconnected,

use a quality 3mm Allen Key to remove the 4 screws securing the Z-slider.

Important: Be careful not to strip the screw heads.

Z-20 Heavy Duty Z-Slider Installation Instructions

Step 2: With the old Z-16 Z-Slider now removed, Position the new Z-20 slider onto the gantry

block and secure using the 4 longer screws supplied. Do not tighten them all the way just yet,

you’ll do that in the next step. Note: To gain access to the mounting holes you may need to

manually turn the ball screw to raise and/or lower the spindle mount.

Z-20 Heavy Duty Z-Slider Installation Instructions

Step 3: Square the Z-Slider to your table then tighten the Z-Slider Mounting Screws. Next,

plug the Z-Sliders stepper motor into the Curly Cable. Congratulations, you have nished

installed your new Z-20 Heavy Duty Z-Slider!

Adjusting The Settings

The Z-20 Heavy Duty Z-Slider is designed to provide more speed, torque and travel distance. To ensure

your new Z-20 works as intended, the machine setting will need to be adjusted. To adjust the setting

please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Click on the y-out menu button (Red Arrow)

Step 2. Click on Motor 3 (Green Arrow)

Step 3. Adjust the setting (Blue Arrows) to match the below values

Max-Velocity = 7

Travel per rev = 10

Min-soft-limit = -163

Step 4: Click save to save the setting

Because the Z-20 Heavy Duty Z-Slider protrudes approximately 3/4” further then the

existing Z-Slider, spacers are required to use the Suckit Dust Boot.

Step 1: Insert the longer supplied Thumb Screw through the Suckit Arm and Arm Spacer and

secure to the Z-20 using the Height Adjusting Lock

Using Suckit Arm Spacers

Step 2: Repeat the previous step to install the other mounting bracket.

Onenity Warranty Policy

ONEFINITY 12-MONTH

LIMITED WARRANTY

PLEASE SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DETAILS

Limited warranty details

Onenity warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one year

(12 months ) from the original shipping date. Shipping and handling fees are to be paid for by the customer. Onenity agrees, at its option during

the warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or to furnish a repaired or refurbished product of equal value in exchange

without charge (except for a fee for shipping, handling, packing, return postage, and insurance which will be incurred by the customer). Such re-

pair or replacement is subject to verication of the defect or malfunction and proof of purchase as conrmed by showing the model number on

original dated sales receipt.

WARRANTY LIMITATIONS This warranty does not include:

 Any condition resulting from other than ordinary residential wear or any use for which the product was not intended, such as use in rental or

contract trade or commercial use

 Any condition resulting from incorrect or inadequate maintenance or care

 Damage resulting from misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents or shipping damage

 Dissatisfaction due to buyer’s remorse

 Normal wear and tear

 Damages incurred during transportation

 Damages incurred during assembly or maintenance

 Damage that is determined to be from repairs made or attempted by anyone other than qualied technicians

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, this warranty will be void and no warranty coverage will be provided if you do any of the follow-

ing: install any rmware in the machine which is not specically issued or authorized by Onenity; make any change or modication to the elec-

tronics or computer components of the machine; attach any peripheries or accessories to the electronics or computer components of the machine

which have not been specically issued or authorized by Onenity; use or attempt to use the machine and/or its electronics or computer compo-

nents to control or move any device or object which is not specically issued or authorized by Onenity.

To obtain warranty service, rst email Onenity at support@onenitycnc.com and include your order number, contact info along with a brief

explanation of the issue you are having. Once your email is received a Onenity team member will contact you by telephone to conduct a warran-

ty diagnosis. You may be required to provide pictures and/or video of the claimed defect. If Onenity determines that your machine qualies for

warranty repair, then, at Onenity’s option, Onenity will either ship to you a replacement part for you to install or require you to return the ma-

chine to Onenity for warranty service. Onenity also may require you to return the machine if Onenity cannot determine from the warranty

diagnosis whether your machine qualies for warranty repair. In this case, you also must provide a credit card to cover shipping charges in the

event your machine does not qualify for warranty repair. Your card will not be charged if your machine does qualify for warranty repair. If return of

your machine is required, Onenity will provide you with a prepaid shipping label and accept responsibility for damage during shipping only if you

package the returned machine exactly as it was shipped to you using all of the original shipping materials. If you no longer have the original mate-

rials then you are solely responsible for the cost of shipping the machine to Onenity. If you do not package the machine exactly as it was shipped

to you using the original materials, then you will be solely responsible for any damage during shipping. For all valid warranty repairs, Onenity will

pay for return shipping to you. If your machine does not qualify for warranty repair, then the credit card you provided will be charged the cost of

shipping to and from Onenity.

ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXCLUSIVE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS A CONDITION OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF

EVERY ONEFINITY CNC MACHINE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS CONDITION, YOU SHOULD NOT PURCHASE THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL ONEFIN-

ITY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR

DELAYS ALLEGED TO BE AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY

CLAIMS FOR LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS

WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ONEFINITY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITA-

TION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE; TO THE EXTENT SUCH DISCLAIMER IS NOT PER-

MITTED BY LAW, SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. SOME

STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO

YOU, THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND PROV-

INCE TO PROVINCE.

IMPORTANT! SAVE THE ORIGINAL SHIPPING MATERIALS FOR WARRANTY REPAIR

Notes

General Disclaimer:

While Onenity has made every eort at the me of publicaon to ensure the accuracy of the informaon provided herein, product specicaons, conguraons, system/component/opons availability

are all subject to change without noce. Product design specicaons and colours are subject to change without noce and may vary from those shown. Errors and omissions excepted. Images displayed

are for illustraon purposes only. The images are intended to help illustrate the product and it’s funcons and are not indicave of actual relave dierences.

www.onenitycnc.com

Email: info@onenitycnc.com or Call: 1 888 717 4242

General Disclaimer:

are for illustraon purposes only. The images are intended to help illustrate the product and it’s funcons and are not indicave of actual relave dierences.

Detailed assembly and how-to videos can be found on our YouTube Page:

www.youtube.com/onenitycnc

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