The Oxman CNC's First Cuts - Some Smoking Issues

I made the first real cuts on my Oxman CNC - engraving spoilboard locating lines, drilling pilot holes and preparing for surfacing. But something wasn't right... sharp bits created smoke. In this episode I fix several issues before the machine is reliable and can be used: Removing clumpy connectors and tidying the cabling Solving a bolt interference Dealing with an oversized dust shoe reducing working area Diagnosing a reversed spindle rotation Drilling and countersinking the spoilboard Finally surfacing the spoilboard Even a brand-new machine needs careful checking before it's ready for serious work. Now that the Oxman CNC is running correctly, I can finally move on to building real parts for the Setka, #oxmancnc #cncmachining #diyworkshop