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 ==== General Comments: ====
-* The new spindle acts a bit slower when initializing and shutting down so be patient. It is
+* The spindle acts a bit slower, when initializing and shutting down, than other machines you may be familiar so be patient. It is
 not a huge change but a change.
-* You must use the new collet. There is a 1/8th and ¼ inch version.
+* There are 2 collects available a 1/8th and ¼ inch version.
-* The precision of the cuts are awesome. I had some parts made that fit together to make
-a sleigh. With the old router I had a lot of sanding to do but with the new router the cuts
-and tabs were so precise they just fit together with very little effort.
 ### Prestart Operations
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 - **//As long as the machine is turned off//**, one can manually verify smooth operation of the gantry in both the X and Y coordinates.
 Any hesitation in movement indicates a problem area on the rails/belts. If not cleaned/resolved it may affect the quality of the cuts.
+#### Example Cleaning Video
+NOTE: Please use this video as a "general" guide only. The machine in the video is not what is available in TheLab
+so one must use it for basic info only. It will provide discussion of the importance of cleaning and generally what to look for.
+** Please ignore any portion dealing with lubrication or machine adjustment.
+ That needs to be left to those most knowledgeable.Please do not dismantle any part of the machine, adjustments are super critical to proper operation.
+ If you feel maintenance is required please contact an area coordinator and report to the discord channel #cnc.**
+* [[https://youtu.be/wbgpXzvJ-8M?si=IaT4dRUIPFIgAxsO|A general Cleaning overview]]
 #### Shop Vac