TA B L E O F CO N T E N T S SECTION 1. Intro - 3 SECTION 2. Parts Needed - 4 SECTION 3. What’s in the box? - 5 SECTION 4. Assembling the M2 - 6 SECTION 5. Attaching your router - 13 SECTION 6. Tips and safety warnings - 14 2
Page 3 - I N T R O D U C T I O N
Thanks for buying the M2 CNC Upgrade Kit, welcome to the MakerMade family! Here are some notes on the layout... 1. Setting up the M2 can be broken down into three main parts: building the M2, building the frame (or mounting it on an existing Maslow frame), and calibration. This guide covers building...
Page 4 - Tools needed for building and operating your M2; The following is what came in your M2 Upgrade kit!; PA R T S N E E D E D
Tools needed for building and operating your M2 (that didn’t come with your kit): Router 13mm Combo Wrench (or any adjustable wrench) Phillips Screwdriver/ drill Tape Measure/Digital Caliper Two Standard Sized Bricks (to that attach to the M2 for weight during operation) Dust Collection System Drew’...
Page 5 - W H AT ’ S I N T H E B OX?
DUE v1 . 2 Control Board, Shield, and Case 10’ MicroUSB to USB cord AC/DC Power Adapter and cord Sled Z Axis Assembly Dust Collection Bracket 91mm Router Clamp Spring Velcro Dust Collection and Brick Mounting Straps (3) Acrylic Dust Cover USB Drive Paint Marker Spring Hardware Bag B Quick links (2) ...
Page 6 - Check out; A S S E M B L I N G YO U R M 2
The M2 Upgrade Kit comes in several pieces to assemble. Drew’s Note: We recommend reading this entire section before beginning assembly. Check out this video playlist on how to build the M2! A S S E M B L I N G YO U R M 2 6
Page 13 - AT TAC H I N G YO U R R O U T E R ( N OT I N C L U D E D)
18. Loosen the hex nuts on front of the router clamp using the 3mm hex wrench . Attach a router bit to your router and insert it into the router clamp. Tighten the clamp. The bit should be just above touching the surface of the table that you’re building your M2 on, about 1/4” (6mm) up. 16. Align th...
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A P P E N D I X - T I P S The MakerMade M2 CNC kit is used to assemble a large format CNC machine. It is designed to use a router (or another tool) to cut 4’ by 8’ sheet materials. When used correctly, this machine is very safe. However, some safety precautions must be taken to prevent injury. These...