Avoid Release of Magic Smoke - Read the Documentation

While awaiting the delivery of the CNC Router kit one of the best uses of my time is to get the CNC Controller setup, configured and tested. When working with any type of electronic device it is important to avoid releasing any of the magic smoke hidden within. When the magic smoke is allowed to escape from an electrical component it usually ceases to work, clear evidence of the importance of the magic smoke to its proper functioning.


One of the best ways to avoid the inadvertent release of magic smoke is to make sure everything is connected correctly before applying power. To this end I will carefully review the following documents:

• Power Supply Spec Sheet
• Stepper Motor Spec Sheet
• Gecko G540 Manual
• Gecko G540 Initial Setup Guide