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Cartridges Involved

This Configuration element involves the following Cartridges.

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Note: Not all cartridges are available for all CMC models.

Editing the Rotation on Outsides

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titleRotation Definition

The Rotation controls for Swoops and Flares in Non-Oval Objects.

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titleSwoop Definition

A Swoopin a Non-Oval Opening is where the corners Curve Inward toward the opening.

The Rotation controls for Swoops and Flares in Non-Oval Openings.

If the Non-Oval Opening has a Swoop, Increase the Rotation.

Adjusting
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titleFlare Definition

A Flare in aNon-OvalOpening is where the corners Curve Away from the opening.

The Rotation controls for Swoops and Flares in Non-Oval Openings.

If the Non-Oval Opening cuts with a Flare, Decrease the Rotation.

Tip

Selecting the Rotation

  • To adjust, click Plus/Minus on the desired field about five times.

  • Click OK and do another test cut.

  • Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

Selecting the Rotation in the Configurationsin the Configurations

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titleSelecting the Rotation Configuration to Edit

Select the desired Cartridge Type Tab. 

Select the desired bevel type from the Current Bevel Type dropdown control.

Select Current Bevel Type-Front of Mat if it is being cut from the front of the mat.

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The different Bevel Types, including whether it is cutting from the Front or Back, controls the cut direction of the Head, and determines whether the cut is a Backup or an Overcut
Tip

Adjusting the Rotation

  • When adjusting Configurations, click the Plus/Minus on the desired field about five times.

  • Click OK and do another test cut.

  • Continue making adjustments until the desired outcome is achieved.

Outside has a Swoop

Problem:

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  • Non-Oval Outside has a Swoop.

Resolution:

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  • Non-Oval Outside has a Swoop:

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titleSwoop Definition

A Swoopin a Non-Oval Opening is where the corners Curve Inward toward the opening.

The Rotation controls for Swoops and Flares in Non-Oval Openings.

If the Non-Oval Opening has a Swoop, Increase the Rotation.

Outside has a Flare

Problem:

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  • Non-Oval Outside has a Flare.

Resolution:

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  • Non-Oval Outside has a Flare, Decrease the Rotation.

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titleFlare Definition

A Flare in aNon-OvalOpening is where the corners Curve Away from the opening.

The Rotation controls for Swoops and Flares in Non-Oval Openings.

If the Non-Oval Opening cuts with a Flare, Decrease the Rotation.

Twisted Corner

Problem:

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  • A Twisted Corner is when the blade turns before retracting from the matboard, which tears the matboard and twists the corner.

  • This is especially visible from the back of the mat.

Resolution:

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  1. Check to make sure the Rotation hasn't been set to a high number. 

  2. Twisted corners can also be a symptom of oil/water in the Air Valve, or an issue with the Head.

  3. Check the Air Regulator for excess water.

  4. Use the Clean the Foot Block procedure for cleaning the foot block.