Step 3: Attaching the Collet

Procedure
  1. Lightly apply grease to the top portion () on the outside of the collet.

    A thin application of grease is sufficient. Do not apply excessively.

    MEMO Be careful not to allow grease to get into the grooves on the sides of the collet.
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  2. Insert the collet () into the spindle and rotate it in the direction shown in the figure.

    Rotate the collet by hand until it no longer naturally falls.

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  3. Attach the 0.3 N·m sleeve onto the torque screwdriver.
    IMPORTANT

    Be sure to use the 0.3 N·m torque screwdriver sleeve. Failing to do so may lead to a loose collet during milling, which will affect the milling quality and damage the collet.

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  4. Attach the collet attaching/detaching jig onto the torque screwdriver with the sleeve attached.
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  5. Use the torque screwdriver to retighten the collet.

    Align the collet with the groove in the collet attaching/detaching jig. Tighten the screws until turning the handle of the torque screwdriver no longer turns the screw bit.

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  6. Confirm that the collet is installed in the spindle, and then click Next.
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  7. Attach the dust-proof cover to the milling area.
    MEMO

    Attach the dust-proof cover so the handle is in the upper-right corner. Check that the magnets on the edge of the cover attach to the mounting frame.

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  8. Close the milling area cover.

    Collet maintenance is complete when the spindle unit moves to its original position and The operation is complete. is displayed.